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New Ohio budget sets course for 2.75% flat income tax by 2026

 
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday approved the state's new two-year spending plan, which includes a major shift in how Ohioans pay state income taxes.
 

$600M for new Browns stadium survives budget vetoes

 
In anticipation of the budget's passage, former Ohio Attorney General and State Senator Marc Dann announced plans to file a class-action complaint against the Ohio Department of Commerce and Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague.
 

Ohio Budget: DeWine partially vetoes election integrity clause

 
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has partially vetoed a provision in the state's two-year budget that would have created a new Election Integrity Unit within the Ohio Secretary of State's Office, citing concerns about potential ethical conflicts for prosecutors.
 

DeWine blocks budget provision restricting school levies

 
 
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has vetoed a budget provision that would have stripped local governments and school districts of tools for raising property tax revenue, arguing the move would jeopardize their long-term financial stability.

 

Governor vetoes eminent domain ban inspired by Mill Creek MetroParks bike trail battle

 
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday vetoed a budget amendment partly inspired by the six-year-long battle to connect the Mill Creek Metroparks Bikeway and the Little Beaver Greenway.
 

DeWine vetoes library material restriction in Ohio budget

 
In his statement, the Republican governor expressed concerns about what he described as the "vague restrictions" proposed for libraries.
 

Senate churns through overnight session as Republicans seek support for Trump’s big bill

 
The Senate slogged through an overnight session as Republican leaders search for ways to secure support for President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.
 

Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty to murder in Idaho student stabbings to avoid death penalty

 
Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students as part of a deal with prosecutors to avoid the death penalty.
 

Six killed in Howland Township plane crash identified

 
The Trumbull County Coroner identified the pilot of the plane as 63-year-old Joseph Maxin and the co-pilot as 55-year-old Timothy Blake. The other four passengers were identified as 68-year-old Veronica Weller, 67-year-old James Weller II, 36-year-old John Weller and 34-year-old Maria Weller.
 

YSU President reflects on deadly plane crash and legacy of victims

 
Youngstown State University President Bill Johnson is remembering the lives and legacies of the six individuals killed in Sunday’s plane crash, including future aviation instructors and longtime university supporters.
 

Sharon police find dead dog inside a suitcase

 
As investigators began their search for answers, they uncovered Ring camera footage that revealed what could have happened in the days leading up to the discovery.
 

Canfield Trustees discuss possible water line extension

 
By having residents sign non-binding contracts, Rogers says it would help the board show any federal, state or local grant issuers that there are potential customers for the proposed project.
 

Phantom Fireworks: Prices not to be affected by tariffs

 
"Phantom Fireworks is in great shape this Fourth of July thanks to our proactive measures taken ahead of the tariff announcements," said Chris Cerenelli, Communications Director of Phantom Fireworks.
 

Ohio Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania State Police compete in cruiser contest

 
The contest is a way to encourage friendly competition between law enforcement agencies across the country and an opportunity for individual agencies to connect with the communities they serve. 
 

Showery encore today ahead of July Fourth perfection

 
Pre-Fourth comfort - weekend heat incoming
 
 
 

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