Lt. Gov. Jon Husted
Local leaders look to new COVID-19 relief bill, state officials ask for changes
Ohio treasurers and local mayors said the new COVID-19 relief bill is vital for addressing immediate needs, making the path to recovery easier for some of the state’s biggest employers. State officials, however, say the funding puts the state at a disadvantage. In a call that included U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, officials from Lucas County, […]
What to know about Gov. DeWine’s proposed state budget
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine outlined his administration’s proposed state budget on Monday, calling his plan “truly an investment into our future.” Acknowledging this as being an “extremely challenging time in Ohio,” DeWine nevertheless offered an optimistic view of the coming two years and said 2021 in particular would be a year of recovery. The governor […]
For years, Portman navigated the shifting political climate. Now he wants out.
Rob Portman of Ohio will not be seeking reelection to the U.S. Senate, with the Cincinnati Republican citing increased polarization in American politics as a reason to not campaign for a third term The surprise announcement on Monday morning set off an early-week scramble for politicians of both parties to consider a run at the […]
5 Ohio congressmen object to Electoral College count in effort to overturn result
Five Republican members of Congress from Ohio voted Wednesday evening to reject an Electoral College certification, an action taken hours after a right-wing mob stormed the U.S. Capitol building in a violent show of support for overturning the presidential election results. Those objecting were U.S. Reps. Jim Jordan of Urbana, Bill Johnson of Marietta, Bob […]
DeWine, state leaders announce $430M in coronavirus relief
DeWine, state leaders announce $430M in coronavirus relief
Mailbag: I requested an absentee ballot. Can I change my mind?
Unlike Chris Wallace, our brilliant Ohio Capital Journal readers get the privilege of having a mute button. Just don’t use it on me. It’s time for another edition of the Mailbag: Got a question about Ohio politics? Send them to [email protected] or tweet them to @tylerjoelb. If you request a mail-in ballot, can you change […]
Broadband access source of testing, analysis, and could be legislative debate
With an increase in remote learning, digital workplaces and Zoom meetings, the discussion over broadband internet connectivity has come up in different ways throughout Ohio. Now, testing the concept of broadband as a public utility may be the topic of legislative debate. “Let’s put ‘Little House on the Prairie’ in a museum,” said state Sen. […]
DeWine won’t condemn Trump’s refusal to say he’ll respect election results
Add Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine to the list of Republican officials who say the will of the voters will be respected in November while declining to condemn President Trump for refusing to say the same thing.
Broadband education grants awarded across the state
School districts across Ohio have more money to spend on technology improvements after $50 million in broadband connectivity grants were awarded by the state. The grant money comes from federal CARES Act distribution and is an attempt to help school districts as many of them are starting either completely or partially virtual. School districts and […]
COVID-19 lawsuit immunity won’t help economy, might increase spread, poll of economists says
Covid immunity won't help economy, might increase spread, poll of economists says
Ohio approved for $717M in federal pandemic unemployment supplement
The federal government has approved a $300-a-week supplement for unemployed Ohioans, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted said on Tuesday. He added that people should start receiving the funds before the end of the month.