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Democrat Sherrod Brown defeats Republican Jon Husted in Ohio US Senate race, AP projects

Former Ohio Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown will again represent Ohioans in the U.S. Senate, after defeating Republican incumbent U.S. Sen. Jon Husted. The Associated Press projected the Brown victory at 11:11 p.m.
Democrat Amy Acton wins race for Ohio governor, the Associated Press projects
Democrat Dr. Amy Acton has won Ohio’s race for governor according to unofficial election results. The Associated Press called the race at 10:49 p.m.
Division I Cabinet introduces legislation to modernize NCAA rules
The NCAA Division I Cabinet recently introduced a package of proposals intended to decentralize oversight of certain rules for all sports. The proposals ― which would result in changes to coaching limits, playing season start and end dates, and recruiting rules, among other areas ― could be adopted by the Cabinet as early as January.
Democrats poised to take US House majority in midterm blowout
Democrats are largely expected to regain control of the U.S. House once all ballots are counted in this year’s midterm elections, though it will likely take days or even weeks to know just how many seats the party will pick up.
Federal agents arrest former CEO of child & adolescent residential treatment center on federal child pornography, coercion charges
The former CEO of a Belmont County residential treatment facility for children and adolescents was arrested by federal agents on child pornography and coercion charges.
AAA7 Wheelersburg office operations moving to Jackson
The Wheelersburg location of the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is moving its operations to the AAA7’s Administrative Office in Jackson, located at 1 Acy Avenue, effective November 30, 2026. 
Court not asked or permitted to determine who is entitled to play in OHSAA playoffs 
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has issued the following response to Tuesday afternoon’s order issued by the Court of Common Pleas in Cuyahoga County regarding the preliminary injunction issued October 30 by two student-athletes from the Cleveland Glenville football team.
Homeland Credit Union donates $25,000 to support new Mighty Children's Museum exhibit 
Homeland Credit Union is proud to announce a $25,000 donation to the Mighty Children's Museum to support the creation of a new interactive train table exhibit designed to engage children through play while introducing foundational financial education concepts.
McClain class of 1961 reunites
The McClain High School class of 1961 met for their 65th reunion this year. 
Unofficial 2026 General Election Results
The following are unofficial results for the Nov. 3 general election in Highland County, with 9 of 31 precincts and early/absentee totals reporting.
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