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Ohio Lets Parents Block Kids From Social Media

June 19, 2026

Ohio’s new law says that any social‑media site a child under 16 might use must get permission from the parents first. The state’s appeals court said this rule is fine under the First Amendment, even though tech companies tried to stop it. The decision was made by a three‑judge panel that agreed the

politics

Changing Schools’ Support: A New Problem for Kids with Disabilities

June 18, 2026

Families who rely on schools to help kids with disabilities feel uneasy about the latest reshuffling of government duties. In March, the Justice Department will take over civil‑rights enforcement in schools, while the Health and Human Services agency will run special education. The move was me

politics

Big Stop Sign for New Gas Station

June 18, 2026

A group of local residents has gathered more than 1, 800 signatures on a petition that calls for the cancellation of a planned Buc‑ee’s travel center. The proposed 24/7 complex would occupy over 110 acres at the junction of Interstate 71 and Ohio 39. The city council had already approved a develo

politics

Ohio Steps Up to Build America’s AI Future

June 18, 2026

The United States faces a growing challenge from rival powers that could shape the world’s technology and its own freedom. Ohio is positioned to help keep America ahead by expanding its AI infrastructure. Ohio has a long history of building the tools that keep the country strong, from factories a

politics

Parents Fear New Education Rules Will Worsen Discrimination

June 18, 2026

A growing number of parents are worried that the latest changes in the Education Department will make it harder to protect children with disabilities from bullying and unfair treatment. The new rules shift civil‑rights enforcement and special‑education duties to other offices, a move critics say

weather

Heavy rains bring major flooding and fresh weather warnings across the South

June 17, 2026

The southern United States is facing serious flooding after days of relentless rain. Over 16 million people now live under flood alerts stretching from Texas through the Gulf Coast and into Mississippi. More areas in Alabama could join the list soon. Heavy downpours continue to raise concerns, with

politics

Can Ohio’s newest political star change minds about the American Dream?

June 14, 2026

Ohio’s governor race is getting messy. Vivek Ramaswamy, a wealthy biotech entrepreneur running as a Republican, believes hard work alone can fix America’s problems. But in a state where most people are white and Christian, some voters aren’t sure they trust him—even if he’s running on their team. Ra

business

The Big Bet on Entertainment in Ohio

June 13, 2026

A huge entertainment company recently launched a major new hotel tower in Columbus, Ohio. This isn't just a simple building; it represents a massive investment in regional leisure. The project cost $100 million to build and took off construction back in late 2023. The finished tower is quite large,

crime

Police Chief in Ohio Faces Serious Charges Over Past Actions

June 13, 2026

A former police chief in Ohio now faces serious legal trouble after being indicted on 70 counts of sex crimes, including 14 involving a minor. Chad Essert, who once led the Bethel Police Department, was arrested in Florida without resistance. Authorities say the alleged crimes happened years ago, be

sports

Local teens shine in weekly sports awards

June 13, 2026

Every week, high school athletes in the Cincinnati area get a chance to show off their hard work and talent through a public vote. This time around, winners came from baseball, lacrosse, and track teams. Some athletes didn’t just win their games—they set new personal records, school records, or even