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Senate Majority Leader John Thune, joined at the U.S.-Mexico border Friday by others including Ohio GOP U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, highlighted the president’s tax cuts and spending package passed last year that provided billions for immigration enforcement. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Thune, GOP senators at the border tout big hiring boost for immigration crackdown • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader John Thune, joined at the U.S.-Mexico border Friday by a handful of other Republican senators, highlighted the president’s signature tax cuts and spending package…
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January 10, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, joined at the U.S.-Mexico border Friday by others including Ohio GOP U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, highlighted the president’s tax cuts and spending package passed last year that provided billions for immigration enforcement. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are cautiously optimistic they can enact the remaining government funding bills before their deadline at the end of the month, avoiding another shutdown. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Maybe, just maybe, there’s not another shutdown looming at the end of January • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — Republicans and Democrats in Congress are cautiously optimistic they can enact the remaining government funding bills before their deadline at the end of the month, avoiding another…
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January 10, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are cautiously optimistic they can enact the remaining government funding bills before their deadline at the end of the month, avoiding another shutdown. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Maryland Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer announced Thursday he will retire from Congress at the end of this year, telling colleagues from both political parties in a floor speech he made the decision with “mixed emotion and reluctant conviction.” ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
'We must respect and love one another': Steny Hoyer tells the US House he’s retiring • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — Maryland Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer announced Thursday he will retire from Congress at the end of this year, telling colleagues from both political parties in a floor speech he made the…
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January 10, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Maryland Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer announced Thursday he will retire from Congress at the end of this year, telling colleagues from both political parties in a floor speech he made the decision with “mixed emotion and reluctant conviction.” ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
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The U.S. House voted Thursday to sustain two vetoes by President Donald Trump of noncontroversial measures supported by members of both parties. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
US House sustains Trump vetoes of water projects in Colorado, Florida • Ohio Capital Journal
The U.S. House voted Thursday to sustain two vetoes by President Donald Trump of noncontroversial measures supported by members of both parties.
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January 10, 2026 at 12:30 AM
The U.S. House voted Thursday to sustain two vetoes by President Donald Trump of noncontroversial measures supported by members of both parties. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Sec. of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he will meet with Danish officials next week, following a recent push from the Trump administration to annex or even use the military against Greenland — a course of action questioned by several Republican senators ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
Rubio to meet with Danish officials amid Greenland push by Trump administration • Ohio Capital Journal
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he will meet with Danish officials next week, following a recent push from the Trump administration to annex or even use the military against Greenland —…
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January 9, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Sec. of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he will meet with Danish officials next week, following a recent push from the Trump administration to annex or even use the military against Greenland — a course of action questioned by several Republican senators ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
In a rare rebuke to President Donald Trump, Senate Republicans joined Democrats in advancing a war powers resolution to halt U.S. military action in Venezuela without congressional authorization ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
US Senate with GOP support advances war powers resolution rebuking Trump on Venezuela • Ohio Capital Journal
In a rare rebuke to President Donald Trump, Senate Republicans joined Democrats in advancing a war powers resolution to halt U.S. military action in Venezuela without congressional authorization.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:30 PM
In a rare rebuke to President Donald Trump, Senate Republicans joined Democrats in advancing a war powers resolution to halt U.S. military action in Venezuela without congressional authorization ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
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President Donald Trump defended a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis Wednesday, while congressional Democrats universally condemned the action ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
Dems demand investigation of fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting as Trump claims self-defense • Ohio Capital Journal
President Donald Trump defended a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis Wednesday, while congressional Democrats universally condemned the action.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM
President Donald Trump defended a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis Wednesday, while congressional Democrats universally condemned the action ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
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With waggish headlines and sharp insight, you can start your news morning off right with the latest from the Ohio Capital Journal and highlights from other publications across the state. We will lead…
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January 9, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Accurate, factual, fearless news reporting is as important in America now as it ever has been. The madness online is a playhouse of dishonesty and confusion. Factual news reporting is the antidote. Subscribe to the Ohio Capital Journal newsletter today. ohiocapitaljournal.com/subscribe/
Accurate, factual, fearless news reporting is as important in America now as it ever has been. The madness online is a playhouse of dishonesty and confusion. Factual news reporting is the antidote. Subscribe to the Ohio Capital Journal newsletter today. ohiocapitaljournal.com/subscribe/
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With waggish headlines and sharp insight, you can start your news morning off right with the latest from the Ohio Capital Journal and highlights from other publications across the state. We will lead…
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January 9, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Accurate, factual, fearless news reporting is as important in America now as it ever has been. The madness online is a playhouse of dishonesty and confusion. Factual news reporting is the antidote. Subscribe to the Ohio Capital Journal newsletter today. ohiocapitaljournal.com/subscribe/
The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act marketplace ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
US House backs extension of health insurance subsidies after Dems force vote • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the…
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January 9, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act marketplace ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
As part of its deportation efforts, the Trump administration has ordered states to hand over personal data from voter rolls, driver’s license records and programs such as Medicaid and food stamps. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Worried about surveillance, states enact privacy laws and restrict license plate readers • Ohio Capital Journal
Many left-leaning states and cities are trying to protect their residents’ personal information amid the immigration crackdown. But a growing number of conservative lawmakers also want to curb the…
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January 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
As part of its deportation efforts, the Trump administration has ordered states to hand over personal data from voter rolls, driver’s license records and programs such as Medicaid and food stamps. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/r...
Commentary: Ohio is a state built on strong communities and practical problem-solving. From church-run food programs to organizations helping families stay afloat, our communities rely on organizations that step up when government agencies fall short. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Ohioans reject Washington's overreach into community organizations • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio is a state built on strong communities and practical problem-solving. From church-run food programs to community organizations helping families stay afloat, our communities rely on organizations…
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January 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Commentary: Ohio is a state built on strong communities and practical problem-solving. From church-run food programs to organizations helping families stay afloat, our communities rely on organizations that step up when government agencies fall short. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
VP JD Vance said the administration stands by the immigration officer who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis. He berated journalists for covering the story, including reporting that on-the-scene videos contradicted claims from the Trump administration ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
Defiant Vance scolds reporters over descriptions of Minneapolis ICE shooting • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance said Thursday the Trump administration would stand by the federal immigration officer who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis the day prior. Vance defended…
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January 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
VP JD Vance said the administration stands by the immigration officer who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis. He berated journalists for covering the story, including reporting that on-the-scene videos contradicted claims from the Trump administration ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
The only two individuals who have stood trial for their role in the largest political bribery scandal in Ohio’s history have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review their cases and reverse their convictions. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Ohio utility corruption defendants to SCOTUS: Bribes are free speech • Ohio Capital Journal
The only two individuals who have stood trial for their role in the largest political bribery scandal in Ohio’s history have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review their cases and reverse their…
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January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The only two individuals who have stood trial for their role in the largest political bribery scandal in Ohio’s history have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review their cases and reverse their convictions. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Ohio Democratic candidate for governor Dr. Amy Acton and her newly announced running mate David Pepper met with several central Ohioans to discuss affordability at a roundtable event Wednesday. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Ohio Democratic ticket of Amy Acton and David Pepper hold affordability roundtable • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio Democratic candidate for governor Amy Acton and her newly announced running mate David Pepper met with several central Ohioans to discuss affordability at a roundtable event.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Ohio Democratic candidate for governor Dr. Amy Acton and her newly announced running mate David Pepper met with several central Ohioans to discuss affordability at a roundtable event Wednesday. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Once a political and economic powerhouse, Ohio is now expected to lose 675,000 people by 2050, the state Department of Development said. That's due to lack of sufficient job opportunities, an overwhelming majority of economists said in a recent survey. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
Ohio spends billions to create jobs. Economists say the lack of jobs is making people leave • Ohio Capital Journal
GOP leaders spent billions on "economic development." But economists say Ohio's loss of population is tied to a lack of job opportunities.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Once a political and economic powerhouse, Ohio is now expected to lose 675,000 people by 2050, the state Department of Development said. That's due to lack of sufficient job opportunities, an overwhelming majority of economists said in a recent survey. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/09/o...
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The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act marketplace. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
US House backs extension of health insurance subsidies after Dems force vote • Ohio Capital Journal
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the…
ohiocapitaljournal.com
January 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act marketplace. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/r...
Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales surpassed more than $836 million in 2025, the first full year recreational sales were legal ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/o...
Ohio's recreational marijuana sales topped $836 million in 2025 • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales surpassed more than $836 million last year, the first full year recreational sales were legal.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales surpassed more than $836 million in 2025, the first full year recreational sales were legal ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/o...
Editor Commentary: The past seven years of significant Ohio headlines all in one place. Year-by-year it tells a story of what's happened in Ohio since 2019. As voters decide this year where Ohio ought to go next, it's important to look at where we've been ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/o...
Ohio voters face major decisions in the 2026 Election about the future of our state • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio voters face major decisions in the 2026 Election about the future of our state. Before deciding where we go next, perhaps it's useful to look at where we've been. Here’s a look at significant…
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January 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Editor Commentary: The past seven years of significant Ohio headlines all in one place. Year-by-year it tells a story of what's happened in Ohio since 2019. As voters decide this year where Ohio ought to go next, it's important to look at where we've been ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/o...
A national report shows a growing trend in telehealth abortions, something advocates in Ohio are concerned may be stifled with new legislation and varying protections across the country for all abortion services ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/n...
National report shows growth in telehealth abortions as concerns about access in Ohio continue • Ohio Capital Journal
A national report shows a growing trend in telehealth abortions, something advocates in Ohio are concerned may be stifled with new legislation, and varying protections across the country for all…
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January 9, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A national report shows a growing trend in telehealth abortions, something advocates in Ohio are concerned may be stifled with new legislation and varying protections across the country for all abortion services ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/n...
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Six years ago, it seemed like the Midwest was well on its way to building the first offshore wind farm in the Great Lakes. Then the project withered on the vine — and a civil lawsuit puts the blame on utility FirstEnergy’s bribery scheme in Ohio ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/f...
FirstEnergy bribery scheme sank Lake Erie offshore wind, lawsuit says • Ohio Capital Journal
Six years ago, it seemed like the Midwest was well on its way to building the first offshore wind farm in the Great Lakes. Then the project withered on the vine — and a civil lawsuit puts the blame…
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January 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Six years ago, it seemed like the Midwest was well on its way to building the first offshore wind farm in the Great Lakes. Then the project withered on the vine — and a civil lawsuit puts the blame on utility FirstEnergy’s bribery scheme in Ohio ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/08/f...