the columbus dispatch

This week, we discuss the latest Republican U.S. Senate debate, what the governor’s adviser knew about a payment to Sam Randazzo, why a Republican dropped out of an Ohio congressional race and how a state Supreme Court decision could affect college students.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Pascal Vincent answers questions from the media on the news of Jarmo Kekalainen being fired as the general manager of this hockey organization.

This week, we discuss $350 million in state spending, why fracking bids are kept secret, how lawmakers are dealing with property tax woes and the latest in a fight over the teachers' pension board.

This week, we break down Ohio's first Republican Senate debate, a proposed plan to get rid of state income taxes and two veto overrides that set new laws on tobacco and transgender health care.

This week, we discuss the latest with Sam Randazzo, which Ohio Senate candidate got sued for overtime, how lawmakers want to improve school attendance and why Gov. Mike DeWine is going after delta-8 THC.

This week, we discuss the latest with House Bill 68, what's happening with Ohio's new social media law and more.

During this Ohio Politics Explained episode we talk about how Ohio’s recreational marijuana law goes into effect on today, next we discuss how former PUCO chairman Sam Randazzo was indicted on bribery and fraud charges in federal court, and how Ohio lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent. Finally, we talk about how an attorney was suspended for pooping into a Pringles can.

This week, we discuss a new development in the House Bill 6 scandal, what happened with Ohio’s new statehouse maps, how one Republican wants to change the marijuana law, and why a controversial higher education bill may not pass. 

We break down the Nov. 7 election results and what comes next for abortion access and the state's new recreational marijuana program. 

We explain a lawsuit over reading, who will benefit if Issue 2 passes, efforts to get rid of Ohio’s same-sex marriage ban, and how much money the U.S. Senate candidates raised.

We're explaining the fight over who controls education in Ohio, whether Jim Jordan will be the new speaker, who had an abortion in 2022, and why staffers keep leaving Frank LaRose. 

We're explaining why Democrats voted for maps they didn't like, what Ohio might do to lower property taxes, and the future of Ohio's abortion ban.

We’re explaining what new statehouse maps might look like, whether voters might be swayed by ballot language, and when Ohio might lease state parks for drilling.

We’re explaining why  the next round of redistricting got off to a rocky start, how universal vouchers might cost more than expected, and when you will start seeing abortion ads on television.

We explain what started a 2023 prison riot and why it took nearly a year for the answer, how the fight over our Congressional map ended, and whether a Senate candidate is living up to his promise.

This week we're explaining your property taxes, whether Bob Young will lose his chairmanship, how JD Vance navigates his first year and why parental consent is a hot topic.

Akron Beacon Journal medical reporter and consumer columnist Betty Lin-Fisher speaks with Angela Sowers, Vice President of Outpatient Clinical Services at Portage Path on this healthy actions audio column. During this Angela discuss the dangers and warning signs regarding gambling addictions.

In the latest edition of the Now You Know Akron podcast, Akron Beacon Journal consumer columnist and medical reporter Betty Lin-Fisher speaks with Dr. Deborah Plate regarding fatigue. During this edition we talk about why chronic fatigue might be an issue with patients, what some of the signs and symptoms might be regarding this, and how drinking plenty of water daily can have multiple benefits.

In the latest edition of the Now You Know Akron podcast, Akron Beacon Journal consumer columnist and medical reporter Betty Lin-Fisher speaks with is Dr. Eileen Wong, University Hospitals East Region Sleep Lab Medical Director. During this episode we talk about what makes for a good night’s sleep, when you might need to see a sleep expert, and why good sleeping habits are important to your overall health.

Julie Boylen explains part of her coming out experience and the lack of medical treatment and healthcare that was available in 2014.