The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Industrial Compliance's Bureau of Wage and Hour is highlighting important changes that will soon impact Ohioans’ paychecks. When the Pay Stub Protection Act, or House Bill 106, goes into effect April 9, employers will be required to include certain details within their employees’ pay statements.

With the beginning of the NCAA basketball tournament, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Liquor Control reminds Ohio permit holders to be attentive as customers visit local bars and restaurants across the state to take part in festivities.

On the heels of the one-year anniversary, March 14, of a devastating tornado outbreak that impacted communities including Indian Lake, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Industrial Compliance’s Manufactured Homes Program is partnering with the Ohio Department of Insurance to urge residents to prioritize safety and preparedness.

In the midst of National Consumer Protection Week (March 2-8), the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (REPL), the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) and Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging in Richland County are calling attention to a rising trend impacting Ohio’s older population.

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal’s (SFM's) Ohio Fire Academy celebrates its first EMT graduating class of 2025. A special graduation ceremony took place last week on SFM’s campus in Reynoldsburg.

In recognition of Consumer Protection Week, which began March 2 and runs through March 8, 2025, the Ohio Department of Commerce is launching a comprehensive campaign to empower and educate Ohioans with the information they need to protect their personal information, safeguard their financial assets, and enhance their overall security.

If you receive an unsolicited offer to purchase real estate, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (REPL) urges you to practice caution. The Division has recently received numerous questions from residents across the state regarding unsolicited offers they’ve received to purchase their property, many of which include a specific dollar amount.

With Ohioans finalizing plans to enjoy Super Bowl Sunday with friends and family this weekend, the Ohio Department of Commerce Divisions of Liquor Control (DOLC) and Cannabis Control (DCC) remind adults to prioritize safety, social responsibility and responsible consumption.

As 2025 unfolds and many Ohioans reflect on their commitment to Dry January, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Liquor Control (DOLC) invites adults to consider how the principles of Dry January can serve as the foundation for a healthier lifestyle throughout the year.

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) has launched the Cannabis Service Center (CSC). The centralized clearinghouse will allow the DCC to more efficiently process, manage and respond to inquiries it receives from licensees, medical patients, non-medical consumers, the public and other stakeholders.

In recognition of Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Week, which runs from Jan. 27-31, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Financial Institutions (DFI) urges Ohio residents and businesses to prioritize their online security. The week also leads up to 'Change Your Password Day' on Feb. 1, which emphasizes the importance of utilizing strong and unique passwords as a first line of defense against cybercrime.

The cold and snowy months of winter can present numerous challenges to current and future homeowners alike. With a blanket of snow currently covering much of the state, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (REPL) is sharing tips to guide Ohioans through their winter home search to help ensure they make smart decisions and avoid common, and potentially costly, pitfalls.

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Securities and Division of Financial Institutions (DFI) announce two separate settlements regarding multistate investigations impacting thousands of Ohioans.

As frigid temperatures settle into Ohio, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Divisions of State Fire Marshal (SFM) and Industrial Compliance (DIC) are offering some simple tips on how to heat your home safely while avoiding costly repairs.

As crews continue to fight devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Financial Institutions (DFI) urges generous Ohioans who plan to support relief efforts to exercise caution to ensure their donations are directed to reputable and legitimate organizations.