Ohio lawmakers are pushing two new school rules that feel like opposite sides of the same coin. One bill would let public schools invite volunteer religious counselors to talk with students, while the other demands parents sign off before a minor can get any mental‑health care at all. Both proposals
Ohio regulators hit Kalshi, a popular online prediction market, with a $5 million fine for running sports bets without a proper license. The state’s gambling watchdog announced the penalty in mid-April, calling out the company for ignoring rules that took effect in early 2023. Since then, Ohio has r
Ohio is taking a step forward in expanding educational opportunities for students interested in health careers. A recent collaboration between two state schools is making it easier for undergrads to continue their studies without leaving Ohio. Exercise science majors at Lake Erie College can now smo
Ohio’s governor has reignited talk about a long‑pending bill that would mandate an hour of recess each day for students from kindergarten to eighth grade. The proposal, introduced last year by two state representatives, calls for 30 minutes in the morning and another 30 in the afternoon unless a stu
Ohio’s newest governor took the stage to talk mostly about kids. He called for new rules on technology and said schools should use phonics, a reading method that focuses on sounds. The speech was long—over an hour—but he barely mentioned the big worries Ohio people care about, like taxes or jobs. Ea
Ohio people who protect the land and water deserve a big thank‑you. The state’s Department of Natural Resources has a Hall of Fame that honors those who work hard to keep Ohio beautiful. Since 1966, about 200 people have been added to this list. Names like Johnny Appleseed and Louis Bromfie
Ohio has secured almost fifteen million dollars from the federal government to support children from birth through age five. The state plans to use the money mainly for a mobile app that answers parents’ questions about child development, and also for training programs that teach early childhood edu
Julian Sayin's star power took a small hit recently. His name, image, and likeness (NIL) value dropped by $100, 000, landing at $2. 4 million. This dip came right after Indiana's national championship win. Even though Sayin is considered the top quarterback in the country, his NIL value doesn't alwa
Julian Gerighty, a key figure behind Ubisoft's The Division series, has moved on to EA's Battlefield Studios. This news comes hot on the heels of recent layoffs at Ubisoft, leaving fans wondering what's next for their favorite game. Ubisoft wants players to stay calm, saying the team behind The Div
States are taking charge of employment laws, creating a mix of rules that can be confusing for businesses. From AI in hiring to menopause protections, here's what's changing. AI is a hot topic. Some states are making rules to stop AI from being biased in hiring. Illinois has a new law about this, a
