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Butler County lawmaker takes aim at reforming state's technology: What he's saying

The Ohio Department of Commerce's computer system is just more than a year younger than one of the state lawmakers wanting to reform and update all of the state agency's technology. Read Full Story Thu, Jun 24, 2021

Teachers can't carry firearms without police training, Ohio Supreme Court rules

COLUMBUS - Ohio school teachers and staff can't carry firearms on duty without extensive police training or 20 years of experience, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Wednesday. Read Full Story Wed, Jun 23, 2021

State representative reaches out to Oxford City Council

State Representative Thomas Hall (R-Madison Township) introduced himself to Oxford City Council, on June 1, at the first face-to-face council meeting to take place since he was elected. Read Full Story Fri, Jun 4, 2021

Ohio lawmakers push to give first responders $1,000 bonus for work during pandemic

COLUMBUS, Ohio - State lawmakers are pushing new legislation to give law enforcement and first responders a one-time bonus payment for working during the pandemic. Read Full Story Wed, Jun 2, 2021

Ohio bill could expand athletic trainer impact on treating injuries

An Ohio bill that expands an athletic trainer's ability to help athletes received unanimous support last week as it's the first update regulating athletic trainers in three decades. Read Full Story Thu, May 13, 2021

Ohio House unanimously approves bill to update athletic trainers law

COLUMBUS (WKRC) - Athletic trainers are half of the way to being able to provide more life-saving treatment on sidelines across Ohio. Read Full Story Wed, May 5, 2021

Ohio secretary of state continues to lead charge against federal election changes

(The Center Square) - While Congress continues to push toward voting law changes and efforts to federalize elections, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose continues to speak out in trying to protect states' authority. Read Full Story Mon, Apr 5, 2021

Legislators Look to Lower Training Requirements for Armed School Employees

OHIO - Some Ohio legislators want to lower the current requirements for school employees who carry firearms while on duty. Read Full Story Thu, Apr 1, 2021

Ohio leaders concerned township governments left out of recovery money

(The Center Square) - With more than $100 billion going to local governments across the country as part of the federal American Rescue Plan, there's concern a piece of local government in Ohio could miss out on money to help recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Full Story Mon, Mar 29, 2021

Bill introduced to grant tax credits to volunteer first responders

COLUMBUS - State Representatives Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville) and Thomas Hall (R-Madison Twp.) this week introduced legislation that would provide tax credits to volunteer firefighters, volunteer EMS personnel and volunteer peace officers. Read Full Story Fri, Mar 19, 2021