Today From The Ohio Newsroom

LGBTQ+ Ohioans prepare for a second Trump term

Ohio's LGBTQ+ community is concerned about Donald Trump's second term as president, given the rhetoric he used during the campaign and various policy promises.

To post or not to post? BGSU research outlines the ethics of being an influencer

Around the world, more young people are turning to digital content creators for news and information. But, unlike traditional journalists at established media outlets, there aren’t guardrails or guidance to ensure independent online creators post ethically.

What would a national designation mean for the Buckeye Trail?

The Buckeye Trail could become part of the country's national trail system.

The Buckeye Trail is actually a series of trails creating a loop around the state, covering 1,400 miles in the process.

The National Park Service is trying to gauge support for the new designation with a series of public meetings across the state.

How an Ohio coroner’s office is working to prevent suicide deaths

This story mentions suicide. If you or someone you love is in need of support, call or text 988 for help.

For the most part, coroner’s offices are responsible for investigating the circumstances of a death and performing autopsies. The Franklin County Coroner’s Office takes that work a step further.

Two Ohioans’ heroism earns them the Medal of Honor

President Joe Biden awarded two Ohioans with the highest award for military valor. U.S. Army veterans Kenneth David and Fred McGee received the Medal of Honor last week.

The medal is awarded to military service members who show profound heroism during combat with enemy forces.

A new Ohio law could mean fewer villages in Ohio

Julie Petrowski isn’t moving, but her address is changing.

For more than thirty years, she’s been a resident of Aquilla, a small village in northeast Ohio. She loves its tight-knit community and lakeside properties. But it wasn’t until she joined the village’s council that she understood how difficult it was to keep the small municipality afloat.

Ohio cities want more housing options. Could the solution be in their backyards?

Some Ohio cities are looking for more affordable housing options in their own backyard.

How Ohio’s “father of abolitionism” helped 2,000 people reach freedom

When Reverend John Rankin moved to the southern Ohio town of Ripley on the banks of the Ohio River in 1822, he quickly became one of the state’s first and most active conductors on the Underground Railroad.

Here's what to watch for in Ohio's next legislative session

Today marks a fresh start for Ohio legislators. It’s the beginning of Ohio’s 136th legislative session, which means a flurry of ideas – both new and old – will be introduced at the statehouse.

Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler sat down with the Ohio Newsroom to recap the action of the last session and give a preview into what issues are likely to be discussed in 2025.

Can a simple envelope improve traffic stops for disabled drivers?

This article was originally published on July 29, 2024.

Russ Maddick likes to drive. In his free time, he goes shopping at Goodwill and drives to restaurants like Arby’s and Domino’s.

“Every Saturday, I go with my coworkers for eggs and coffee,” he said.