Ohio lawmakers have introduced new legislation that could eventually eliminate the E-Check vehicle emissions testing program in Northeast Ohio, though the change would depend on federal approval and air quality standards. The bill, sponsored by State Representatives Bill Roemer and Steve Demetriou, was announced this week through an official release Continue Reading
Ohio Republican Lawmakers Propose Major Restrictions on Sports Betting
Ohio Republican lawmakers have introduced new legislation that could significantly change how sports betting operates across the state. The proposal, backed by State Representatives Gary Click, Riordan McClain, and Johnathan Newman, aims to place tighter restrictions on sports betting just a few years after it became legal in Ohio. Lawmakers Continue Reading
Court Decision Protects Cities From Lawsuits Over Staff Decisions at Public Facilities
A recent ruling from the Ohio Supreme Court is expected to have wide-reaching implications for cities and taxpayers across the state, including in Lorain, Elyria, Amherst, and Vermilion. In a decision released this week, the court reaffirmed that local governments remain protected from many lawsuits tied to employee actions, as Continue Reading
Lorain County Sheriff’s Office Introduces First Mounted Unit Horse Since 1960s
The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office has introduced its first mounted unit horse in decades, marking the return of a policing strategy not seen locally since the 1960s. The announcement was made Wednesday by Jack M. Hall, who said the addition of the horse represents both a public safety upgrade and Continue Reading
Lorain County Officials Say Airport Will Remain Open Amid Cost Concerns
Lorain County Commissioners approved a new airport improvement contract Tuesday while also addressing ongoing questions about the future of the Lorain County Regional Airport. The board unanimously approved a $60,560 agreement with The Mannik & Smith Group to develop improvement plans for Phase III of the airport’s main apron rehabilitation Continue Reading
Norfolk Southern to Rebuild Elyria Railroad Bridge in Multi-Million Dollar Project
ELYRIA — A major railroad bridge in downtown Elyria is set to be completely rebuilt as part of a multi-million dollar project led by Norfolk Southern, with construction expected to begin in early 2027. Mayor Kevin Brubaker announced the project during the April 6 City Council meeting, confirming that the Continue Reading
Democrat Allison Russo Endorsed by Ohio Teachers Union for Secretary of State
COLUMBUS — As early voting begins ahead of Ohio’s May primary election, the Ohio Education Association (OEA) has announced its endorsement of State Representative Allison Russo in the race for Ohio Secretary of State. The endorsement was described as unanimous and was made by OEA members serving on the organization’s Continue Reading
Lorain City Council Honors LCCC Men’s Basketball Team After Championship Season
Lorain City Council recognized the Lorain County Community College men’s basketball team during its April 6 meeting, honoring the program for its championship season and highlighting its strong ties to the local community. Councilman Angel Arroyo brought members of the team and coaching staff before council, referring to them as Continue Reading
Ohio Supreme Court Says Limits on Political Speech by Elected Officials Are Unconstitutional
The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that a key restriction on political speech by judges violates the First Amendment, a decision that could have broader implications for elected officials across the state. The case centered on a longtime judge who shared and supported his son’s judicial campaign on Facebook. Disciplinary Continue Reading
Stocker Foundation Awards More Than $500,000 to Lorain County Schools and Nonprofits
LORAIN COUNTY — Nearly $1.2 million in grant funding has been awarded to organizations across Lorain County and Northeast Ohio through the Stocker Foundation, supporting literacy and STEAM programs for students from preschool through eighth grade. The funding will support programs focused on reading, writing, science, technology, engineering, arts, and Continue Reading