It's time for Ohio to step up and defend reproductive rights — again

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio denounces two new anti-abortion bills, a reinstatement of the 24-hour waiting period and a total abortion ban that endangers in vitro fertilization and some birth control methods. These unconstitutional bills, if passed …

Ohio now has bald eagles nesting in 87 of the state's 88 counties

America's bird is thriving in the Buckeye State. Ohio now has 964 confirmed active bald eagle nests, ODNR discovered through its 2025 nest census. The majestic birds now live in 87 of the state's 88 counties. "Active nests were counted as …

Explore Ohio State Mansfield at Buckeye Preview Day this July

Ohio State University at Mansfield is hosting a Buckeye Preview Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 25. According to an announcement, the event is open to students of all ages interested in pursuing a degree from Ohio State. Attendees will have the opportunity …

Ohio urban homesteaders are transforming their yards into a sustainable food source

The latest data from a Map the Meal Gap study shows that more than 1.8 million people in Ohio are food insecure, which accounts for over 15% of the population. As hunger rises and food access shrinks, some Ohioans have taken matters into their own hands— …

Activists failed to repeal Ohio’s GOP education overhaul — but the fight isn’t over

A Republican-backed higher education overhaul in Ohio, which banned diversity, equity and inclusion programming, among other measures, took effect late last month. It forced the state’s public universities to adapt new practices in compliance with the law, …

Northeast Ohio weather: Scattered storms through this evening, pleasant Tuesday

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A cold front is slowly moving through the region today. This has sparked scattered showers and storms this afternoon. A few cells have produced gusty winds and heavy rain. All shower and storm activity fades no later than sunset …

Body discovered in the Ohio River Friday afternoon

Photo Illustration PARKERSBURG — Authorities in Wood County are investigating the discovery of a body in the Ohio River on Friday afternoon near the Blennerhassett Bridge, according to the Wood County Sheriff’s Office. The body was discovered around 3:25 p …

Supreme Court of Ohio considers if a minor can be charged with adult crimes that were not heard in juvenile court

The Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday, June 3rd, heard four oral arguments, including one asking if a teen can plead guilty to adult charges not addressed first in juvenile court. The session started at 9 a.m. with the cases being heard at the Thomas J. Moyer …

Department of Development awards $4 million to help combat homelessness across Ohio

The Ohio Department of Development recently announced $4 million in grant awards to help four nonprofit organizations create brighter futures for more than 200 individuals and families experiencing homelessness in their communities. Funding comes from the …

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