Is Economic Populism the Key to Winning Over Rust Belt Voters?

For all their divisions, Americans share one conviction: the economy comes first. In September 2024, 81% of registered voters told Pew the economy would be very important to their presidential vote—the top issue on their list, ahead of all others....

Girard OKs transfer of Leatherworks property to Port Authority

GIRARD — Girard City Council has approved the transfer of portions of the Ohio Leatherworks property to the Western Reserve Port Authority. Mayor Mark Zuppo told city council Monday the northern portion of the property off U.S. Route 422,...

Witches Midnight Market set for Saturday in Lehighton

Published October 24. 2025 01:54PM The 3rd Annual Witches’ Midnight Market will take place from 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday in downtown Lehighton. Hosted by the Lehighton Area Merchant Association, there is no fee to enter the market, and both free...

Ohio University regional campuses see steady growth and engagement

ATHENS — Ohio University's regional campuses are expanding their nursing programs to meet workforce needs and preparing for some milestones in 2026. According to a community announcement, the Board of Trustees learned about regional campus...

Roseto Event Venue announces grand opening, community pop-up market

MANSFIELD — After five years of restoration and anticipation, Roseto Event Venue is thrilled to announce its official grand opening celebration in the heart of downtown Mansfield — a downtown district currently experiencing an exciting glow-up and...

These 2 states will determine if the U.S. slips into a recession while one more enters the danger zone, top economist says

The U.S. economy is still managing to avoid a recession, but just barely, with its fate likely resting on California and New York, according to Moody’s Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi. In social media posts on Wednesday, he reiterated his...

Ohio congress members keep up fight for health care as government shutdown continues

Congressional Democrats from Ohio say they’re still fighting to keep health care for Ohioans as a government shutdown and stalemate continues on Capitol Hill. The weeks-old government shutdown does not appear to have an end in sight, as...

NFL veteran reveals surprising upside to living alone after mid-season trade

The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 33-31, led by Joe Flacco’s 342 yards and 3 TDs. Colin Cowherd asks if the Steelers missed a prime opportunity to lock up the AFC North. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Earlier this...

Ohio's majority party members treating democracy like warLetters to the Editor 

The democratic process isn't war Ohio needs smarter majority representatives at the Statehouse. Gov. Mike DeWine convened the Ohio Redistricting Commission Oct. 21 to (re)consider voting districts after the supermajority Republican legislature...

This rural Northeast Ohio fire department found $20,000 in unclaimed funds

AUGUSTA TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Money matters at the Augusta Township Volunteer Fire Department, which serves about 1,500 people in Carroll County. Earlier this week, the small department received a check from Ohio's Unclaimed Funds Division for their...

'Revenge porn': What you need to know about the law in Ohio

Dr. Vivek Bhalla, president of the Summa Health Medical Group, is on leave after being accused of violating Ohio's laws against 'revenge porn.' CLEVELAND — The term "revenge porn" has resurfaced after the recent arrest of Dr. Vivek Bhalla,...

First Federal Community Bank sponsors non-profit media outreach

First Federal Community Bank and North Central Ohio Media Group are sponsoring radio and digital media outreach for non-profits in Marion and Crawford Counties, featuring the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities this month. MARION, OH...

Operators wanted: VendVue drives growth with national business development program

Bob Tullio: This episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation is sponsored by VendVue. I spoke with Patrick McGinty, founder of VendVue, a company that offers an end-to-end business development solution for convenience services...

Norfolk Southern reports mixed Q3 financial results

Norfolk Southern Corp. yesterday reported third-quarter 2025 railway operating revenue climbed 2% to $3.1 billion on flat volumes, while income from railway operations fell 31% to $1.1 billion compared to Q3 2024. Fuel surcharge revenue declined...

Ohio launches new round of grants for demolition and site revitalization

State Rep. Angela King | The Ohio House of RepresentativesState Rep. Angela King | The Ohio House of Representatives State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) has announced that the Ohio Department of Development has published new guidelines for...

Farmers National Bank to buy Middlefield Bank in Ohio

Farmers National Banc Corp. will acquire Middlefield Banc Corp. in an all-stock transaction, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies. © Shutterstock Farmers Bank is headquartered in Canfield, Ohio, with $5.2 billion in...

Winter weather approaches: ODOT prepares for snow, ice events

A row of snow removal trucks were being inspected Tuesday at the Ohio Department of Transportation Garage in Marietta as part of the ODOT’s Annual Winter Readiness Event. The goal is to make sure the equipment is ready to go before the first...

Exquisite Lounge in Maple Heights closed after reported fentanyl bust: Ohio Investigative Unit shares photos

“The bar was closed immediately due to public safety risk, as fentanyl residue covered surfaces and liquor bottles,” according to a post from OIU. MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio — The Exquisite Lounge in Maple Heights has been closed after agents from the...

Sports betting is a booming business. FBI's NBA probe is putting it in the spotlight

The stunning indictment that led to the arrest of more than 30 people, including Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and other NBA figures, on charges of illegal sports betting has drawn new scrutiny of the booming business of professional sports...

Softening job market won’t solve the skills shortage: Laura Ward

U.S. companies may be breathing a perverse sigh of relief. While increased unemployment warns of a recession, employers may figure it will finally be easier to hire for high-skill positions. After all, there are more unemployed people than...