What does the federal government shutdown mean for Ohioans? The Wake Up for Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025

Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. The United States made it 200 years before its first government shutdown. But there were five under President Jimmy Carter and eight...

Mid-Ohio Valley student academic honors

The following academic honors were announced for students from the Mid-Ohio Valley: ¯ Washington State College of Ohio students Kyndal Buchanan of Lower Salem and Olivia Olsen of Marietta were selected to the third team of the 2025 All-Ohio...

Ohio Launches Manufacturing Workforce Blueprint

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio recently launched a comprehensive statewide strategy to secure its place as a modern manufacturing powerhouse and meet the rapidly growing workforce needs. The Ohio’s Manufacturing Workforce Blueprint lays out a unified...

Ohio justice will make sure private schools can siphoning tax dollarsLetters to the Editor 

A letter writer predicts the Ohio Supreme Court will find a way to allow public funds for religious schools. Another writer criticizes State Sen. Michele Reynolds for her silence. A third letter argues that former President Donald Trump is a big...

Four Ohio State Marion students named to homecoming court

Four students have been selected to represent Ohio State Marion at the university's 113th annual homecoming celebration. The students are Eric Bailey, studying engineering technology from Columbus; Emma Dawson, studying early childhood education...

Shadyside Village Council race picks up speed with six open seats

SHADYSIDE — All six village council seats are up for the taking come November and, in an effort to meet the community, Visions of Shadyside hosted nearly all of those vying for those offices at an event this week. Current council members —...

Gender discrimination lawsuit against Salem city, police personnel dismissed

LISBON — A lawsuit filed against the city of Salem last year by a former police dispatcher alleging gender discrimination and a hostile work environment has been dismissed, with the city’s motion for summary judgment granted. Joshua Kruegel,...

Week 7 Picks: Race is all tied up after two straight perfect weeks

MANSFIELD — And just like that, things are all tied up. With Zack Holden’s second straight undefeated week, the News Journal boys are all tied up. Holden went 17-0 last week and is now 81-14 while Jake Furr suffered two losses to go 15-2 and...

Ohio State’s multi-talented Athletic Band supports Columbus sports culture

The Ohio State Athletic Band practices twice a week in the Steinbrenner Band Center at the Ohio Stadium. Credit: Faith Schneider | Arts & Life Photo Editor In a large room on the third floor of the Steinbrenner Band Center by gate 12 inside the...

Ohio Senate overrides DeWine veto, eliminates 3 property tax levies GOP says confuse voters

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Republicans are pressing forward with overriding Gov. Mike DeWine’s property-tax reform vetoes less than 24 hours after his work group recommended their ideas be moderated rather than embraced. The Senate voted 21 to 11 on...

Ohio Halloween haunt among best in nation in USA TODAY reader awards

This year's version of Cedar Point's HalloWeekends includes new haunted houses and mazes, plus new charges for certain attractions. Four Pennsylvania amusement parks, Dollywood in Tennessee and Holiday World in Southern Indiana also made the top...

Ohio makes Dolly Parton's Imagination Library enrollment part of the birth-certificate process

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio — Dr. Monique Katsuki knows how powerful it can be to put a book in a kid’s hands. She’s a mother of two – and an obstetrician who helps parents bring babies into a world that’s filled with disparities in health, access and...

Ohio Republicans override Gov. Mike DeWine, restricting school levies

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Senate Republicans have joined the House in overriding one of Gov. Mike DeWine's school-related vetoes, which restricts the types of levies that can be put on the ballot. After 90 days, school districts will no longer be able...

Lt. Governor Tressel links healthy habits to future career success for Ohio students

CAMBRIDGE, Ohio — Students gathered at Cambridge Middle School on Wednesday to participate in the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge. The 90-day fitness challenge is a journey to help kids build healthy habits though working out, getting a good...

A journey to joy: Central Ohio family finds hope through Down syndrome nonprofit

The Gelfius family found strength and community through the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio after learning their son would be born with Down syndrome. GALENA, Ohio — For years, Carl and Beth Gelfius dreamed of becoming parents. However,...

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course announces 2026 racing schedule

LEXINGTON – The 65th season of racing at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course will feature five major spectator events next summer beginning in early June. The 2026 schedule will again be highlighted by the annual NTT INDYCAR SERIES race weekend, IMSA...

Ohio Supreme Court says LifeWise religious exemption claim is moot

The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed a LifeWise bid to seek a religious exemption from a labor dispute as moot, saying the issues at hand have already been resolved. In an Oct. 1 decision, the Ohio Supreme Court dismissed LifeWise's legal action...

Ohio State launches unified education portal for professional development

Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. President at Ohio State University | Official websiteWalter “Ted” Carter Jr. President at Ohio State University | Official website The Ohio State University has introduced a new Professional and Continuing Education (PCE)...

Buckeye Spirit 101: Ohio State traditions all new Buckeye parents should know

Ohio State fans chant “O-H-I-O” in the first half of the game against Northwestern on Oct. 18. Ohio State won 52-3. Credit: Casey Cascaldo | Lantern File Photo From red-taped “M’s” during rivalry week to The Oval’s “Long Walk,” every inch of Ohio...

Ohio Senate votes to override DeWine property tax veto

Ohio will eliminate two types of property tax levies that schools and local governments use to raise money. The Ohio Senate voted, 21-11 on Oct. 1 to reinstate a budget provision to get rid of replacement and emergency levies. Gov. Mike DeWine...