Tag: Government
Ohio lawmakers propose bill to require businesses to accept cash
OHIO — Ohio lawmakers have introduced a bill that would require businesses to accept cash for in-person transactions.
Senate Bill 30, sponsored by Sens....
Ohio DOT awards $8.7 million for local bridge projects
OHIO — The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has awarded $8.7 million to support bridge modernization and repair projects in Franklin, Fairfield, Hamilton, and...
Governor DeWine launches Missing Persons Working Group
OHIO — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has announced the formation of a new Missing Persons Working Group aimed at improving how missing persons cases...
Cleveland awarded nearly $70 million for lakefront project
CLEVELAND — Cleveland's vision of transforming its downtown lakefront has gained momentum with the announcement of a nearly $70 million federal grant to support...
Ohio Gov. DeWine signs bill allowing departments to charge for body...
OHIO — Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) has sharply criticized Governor Mike DeWine for failing to veto a provision in House Bill 315...
Ohio Gov. DeWine celebrates nearly 200 pardons under new project
OHIO — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine celebrated a milestone this afternoon at Cleveland State University, announcing that 182 individuals have received pardons in the...
Minimum wage set to increase statewide in Ohio
OHIO — Ohio’s minimum wage will rise on Jan. 1, 2025, increasing to $10.70 per hour for non-tipped workers and $5.35 per hour for...
Ohio House passes bill banning import of feral hogs
OHIO — The Ohio House of Representatives has approved legislation aimed at addressing the growing problem of feral swine in the state.
The House...
Ohio House passes bill providing financial assistance to individuals affected by...
OHIO — The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 683, a measure aimed at addressing the severe drought conditions that recently impacted...
Social Security income increasing for Ohioans in January
OHIO — Reminder: Ohioans will see an increase in their Social Security benefits beginning in January 2025.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced today that...