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Rep wants end to Ohio’s cap gains tax

13+ hour, 47+ min ago  (460+ words) By David Beasley The Center Square An Ohio state representative this week touted legislation to eliminate the state's capital gains tax, saying it would increase revenue by encouraging new business creation and entrepreneurship in the state. "If we want entrepreneurs…...

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2026 priorities discussed at Ohio Farm Bureau’s Ag Day at the Capital

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (143+ words) By Ryan Matthews Director of Communications and Media Relations Ohio Farm Bureau COLUMBUS " A large contingent of Ohio Farm Bureau members gathered at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus Feb.18 for the organization's annual Ag Day at the Capital, meeting one-on-one…...

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Supreme Court of Ohio honors Lincoln’s legal and historical ties during America’s 250th celebration

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (192+ words) Before Abraham Lincoln became the 16th President of the United States, his career as an Illinois lawyer earned him prominence. During his rise to fame, Lincoln made a little-known stop right here in the Buckeye State. While Lincoln may have first…...

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Supreme Court of Ohio releases Competency Bench Card

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (145+ words) Key Features of the Bench Card Include: " Competency Evaluation Timelines: Clear guidelines on when hearings and evaluations must occur, ensuring timely and efficient case management. " Restoration Treatment Options: Detailed pathways for restoration treatment in the least restrictive environment, tailored to…...

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highlandcountypress.com > news > sen-husted-returns-more-31-million-ohio-projects-fy26-funding-package

Sen. Husted returns more than $31 million for Ohio projects in FY26 funding package

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (310+ words) WASHINGTON " Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) this week voted to pass a funding package, which secured critical investments for Ohio. "Funding the government is Congress" core responsibility, and I"m proud we made tremendous progress through regular order and bipartisan cooperation....

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Supreme Court of Ohio to host 2026 Black History Month event

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (254+ words) Every February, the Supreme Court of Ohio hosts a special event for Black History Month. This year's program, titled "A Century of Black History Commemorations," will examine how Black history has been celebrated and studied over the past 100 years." The…...

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Ohio school district accused of violating civil rights laws

4+ mon, 1+ week ago  (333+ words) By Esther Wickham The Center Square The Protect the Public's Trust group filed a federal complaint against the Dayton Public School District, alleging it violated Title IX by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls" sports and concealing their biological…...

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DeWine announces formation of safety group in Ohio State Parks

5+ mon, 2+ week ago  (193+ words) COLUMBUS " Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has announced the members of a new working group that will examine how state and local governments provide emergency services at Ohio's 76 state parks." The Public Safety in Ohio State Parks Working Group will be…...

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highlandcountypress.com > news > ohio-lawmaker-wants-judges-consider-immigration-status-setting-bail-parole-sentences

Ohio lawmaker wants judges to consider immigration status in setting bail, parole, sentences

5+ mon, 3+ week ago  (694+ words) By Nick Evans Ohio Capital Journal An Ohio lawmaker wants judges to consider a defendant's immigration status when they set conditions for bail or hand down criminal sentences. The bill's sponsor, Rep. Josh Williams, R-Sylvania Township, characterized the changes as…...

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highlandcountypress.com > news > ohio-receives-21-million-support-recovery-work-initiatives-appalachia

Ohio receives $2.1 million to support recovery-to-work initiatives in Appalachia

6+ mon, 11+ hour ago  (269+ words) Governor Mike DeWine and Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik this week announced that six Ohio projects have been awarded through the Appalachian Regional Commission's Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative. "Ohio is stronger when its residents are…...