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Headlines 19 September 2024

Investigators seek public help in string of Preble County camper fires

Investigators with the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM) have ruled a string of camper fires in Camden (Preble County) to have been intentionally set. Investigators with SFM’s Fire and Explosion Investigations Bureau (FEIB) are seeking tips from the public to help identify those responsible.

Headlines 19 September 2024

Ohio solar success stories: How federal grants are powering homes, businesses, faith communities

On the heels of the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Ohio stands at the forefront of demonstrating how federal incentives are making solar energy accessible for faith communities, businesses and homeowners alike.

Headlines 19 September 2024

Highland County Sheriff’s Report

These incidents have been reported by the Highland County Sheriff's Office.

Headlines 18 September 2024

Analysis shows federal sources account for most Ohio child care funding

An analysis of Ohio’s child care funding model finds a need for better funding and a better understanding of how that funding needs to happen.

Headlines 18 September 2024

ODNR honors Hall of Fame inductees, Cardinal Award winners

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) recently celebrated and honored Ohioans for their lifetime achievements in conservation and protection of Ohio’s natural resources with a ceremony to recognize Cardinal Award winners and Hall of Fame inductees.

Headlines 18 September 2024

Trump, Harris storm swing states in days after debate as presidential race ratchets up

The presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump intensified in the days following their first, and likely only, debate, as both hit swing states with just over 50 days until the election.

Headlines 18 September 2024

Batavia OSHP Post investigating fatal crash

The Batavia Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash. The crash occurred Sept. 16 at approximately 8:10 p.m. on US 50 near mile post 3 in Miami Township, Clermont County.

Headlines 18 September 2024

Biden celebrates Black achievements, decries racism against Haitian migrants

President Joe Biden, in the last months of his four-year term, detailed his administration’s efforts in seeking to advance opportunities and equity for Black communities on Friday during the White House’s first-ever brunch in celebration of Black Excellence.

Headlines 17 September 2024

Suspect in alleged Pike County road rage incident sought

On Monday, Sept. 16 at 8:19 p.m., Pike County Sheriff Tracy D. Evans reports that his office received a complaint of shots fired in the area of Fairview Road and Lapperell Road. This complaint allegedly stemmed from a road rage issue between drivers.

Headlines 17 September 2024

States are pushing back with anti-labor laws as union popularity grows, policy experts say

Growing union organizing across the country has triggered an anti-labor legislative response in some states, but cities and counties are increasingly pushing back, a new report found.

Headlines 17 September 2024

Husted announces July TechCred results

Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, Tuesday announced the results of the July TechCred application period, in which 524 employers were awarded, providing the opportunity for Ohioans to earn 6,747 tech-focused credentials.

Headlines 17 September 2024

Support for access to in vitro fertilization to be voted on again in US Senate

The U.S. Senate will vote for a second time next week on legislation from Democrats that would bolster support for in vitro fertilization, though it’s unlikely GOP lawmakers will reverse course from their previous opposition.

Headlines 17 September 2024

LaRose issues statement on Ohio Supreme Court decision on Issue 1 ballot language

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued the following statement today regarding the Supreme Court of Ohio’s decision on a lawsuit challenging the Ballot Board’s approved summary of State Issue 1.

Headlines 17 September 2024

National scorecard shows some Ohio Congress members ‘perfect’ in support of ‘pro-democracy’ reforms

A new nonpartisan report card on democracy showed “near perfect” scores for some of Ohio’s congressional delegation and bottom-of-the-barrel scores for others, “showing democracy is not yet experienced equally” in the state, according to creators of the report.

Headlines 17 September 2024

Hillsboro Street & Safety Committee to meet Sept. 30

The Hillsboro Street & Safety Committee will meet Monday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. at city hall, located at 130 North High Street, Hillsboro 45133.

Headlines 17 September 2024

Ohio cities to collaborate on voluntary program to help commercial buildings cut emissions

A federal grant will help four of Ohio’s largest cities collaborate on new voluntary building performance standards and a resource hub to help commercial building owners save energy and cut emissions.