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Vivek Ramaswamy Calls for Property Tax Cuts and School Reforms

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Vivek Ramaswamy Calls for Property Tax Cuts and School Reforms

Ohio GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy calls for property tax cuts, school improvements, and local economic development

Vivek Ramaswamy Calls for Property Tax Cuts and School Reforms
Vivek Ramaswamy Pushes Property Tax Cuts, School Reforms in Ohio Campaign

Vivek Ramaswamy Calls for Property Tax Cuts and School Reforms

Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy highlighted key priorities for Ohio during his campaign, focusing on property tax reductions, school improvements, and local economic development.

Ramaswamy thanked GOP leaders in Preble and Brown counties for endorsing his campaign, calling the support a boost to his statewide coalition.

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“We hear the grassroots across our state loud & clear: slash property taxes, fix failing schools, bring high-paying jobs to our state, and conduct economic development in a way that puts local communities first,” Ramaswamy wrote in a social media post.

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The candidate emphasized that his campaign aims to lift Ohio’s economy while prioritizing community-focused development, and he called for reforms that directly address the concerns of Ohio residents.

Key Campaign Points

  • Property Taxes: Proposes reducing the burden on Ohio homeowners.
  • Education: Plans to improve struggling schools across the state.
  • Jobs & Economic Development: Focus on high-paying job creation and local-first policies.

Ramaswamy’s campaign has been gaining momentum with county-level endorsements, signaling support among local GOP leaders ahead of the November 2026 election.

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Presidents Day 2026 in Columbus: What’s Open and Closed

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Presidents Day 2026 in Columbus: What’s Open and Closed

Presidents Day 2026 falls on Feb. 16. Here’s what’s closed in Columbus, including post offices, schools and trash pickup changes.

Presidents Day 2026 in Columbus: What’s Open and Closed
George Washington, the first president of the United States

Presidents Day 2026 in Columbus: What’s Open and Closed

Presidents Day, originally established to honor the birthday of George Washington, is observed each year on the third Monday in February. The federal holiday often falls just days after Valentine’s Day and creates a three-day weekend for many Americans.

The holiday was first recognized in 1885. It became part of a long weekend in 1971 after Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, moving several federal observances to Mondays.

As Presidents Day approaches, here’s what Columbus residents need to know.

When Is Presidents Day 2026?

Presidents Day will be observed on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026.

What’s Closed in Columbus?

Because it is a federal holiday, many government offices and services will be closed, including:

  • Federal offices
  • United States Postal Service locations (no regular mail delivery)
  • Federal courts
  • Some state and local government offices
  • Many banks (ATMs will remain available)

Most public schools will also be closed, including:

  • Columbus City Schools
  • South-Western City School District
  • Olentangy Local School District
  • Dublin City Schools
  • Westerville City Schools

What’s Open in Columbus?

Many businesses will remain open, including:

  • Grocery stores
  • Retail stores and shopping centers
  • Restaurants and coffee shops
  • Gas stations

Presidents Day is also known for major retail promotions, making it one of the busiest shopping weekends of the winter season.

Columbus Trash Pickup Schedule

City trash collection will shift back one day during the holiday week:

  • Monday, Feb. 16: No collection
  • Gray: Tuesday, Feb. 17
  • Navy: Wednesday, Feb. 18
  • Pink: Thursday, Feb. 19
  • Ruby: Friday, Feb. 20
  • Gold: Monday, Feb. 23

Residents are encouraged to place bins at the curb by 7 a.m. on their scheduled collection day.

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Amy Acton: Ohio AFL-CIO Endorses Amy Acton in 2026 Governor’s Race

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Amy Acton: Ohio AFL-CIO Endorses Amy Acton in 2026 Governor’s Race

The Ohio AFL-CIO has endorsed Democrat Amy Acton in the 2026 governor’s race, while Republican Vivek Ramaswamy continues to secure union support.

Amy Acton: Ohio AFL-CIO Endorses Amy Acton in 2026 Governor’s Race
Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton

Amy Acton: Ohio AFL-CIO Endorses Amy Acton in 2026 Governor’s Race

With Ohio’s 2026 governor’s race about nine months away, the two leading candidates continue to build support across the state.

Republican businessman Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton are widely viewed as the front-runners in the November election. Both campaigns have secured endorsements from prominent political figures and organizations.

On Tuesday, the Ohio AFL-CIO announced it is endorsing Acton. The statewide labor federation represents roughly 600,000 workers. Leaders shared the endorsement at Union Hall in Columbus.

Acton thanked the organization for its support and spoke about her family’s union background. She also addressed issues including property taxes and rising living costs.

“I am running for governor because people in this state are struggling,” Acton said. “They are working harder than ever, but they can’t get any breathing room.”

Ramaswamy has also secured backing from several labor groups, including the Northwest Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 18, the Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters, the Ohio State Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters and the Ohio Conference of Teamsters.

With months to go before Election Day, endorsements from labor and industry groups are expected to play a key role in shaping voter outreach and campaign momentum.

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Gov. Mike DeWine to Join POLITICO Governors Summit on Health Care, Housing

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Gov. Mike DeWine to Join POLITICO Governors Summit on Health Care, Housing
Gov. Mike DeWine to Join POLITICO Governors Summit on Health Care, Housing
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to Join POLITICO Governors Summit

Gov. Mike DeWine to Join POLITICO Governors Summit on Health Care, Housing

Political leaders from across the country are set to gather next week for POLITICO’s annual Governors Summit, where state executives will discuss some of the nation’s most pressing policy challenges.

Among those scheduled to participate are Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis. The summit will focus on how states are addressing key issues including health care access, disaster preparedness, housing affordability and economic development.

The event brings together governors from both parties to share strategies and discuss how state-level leadership is shaping policy in a divided national political environment.

Organizers say the discussions will highlight innovative approaches being implemented at the state level and explore how governors are responding to growing demands on state resources.

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ICE to open office in Westerville

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ICE to open office in Westerville
ICE to open office in Westerville
ICE to open office in Westerville

ICE to open office in Westerville

Federal immigration authorities appear to be expanding their footprint in central Ohio, with a new office lease in Westerville linked to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

According to federal leasing records, the General Services Administration began leasing space at 774 Park Meadow Road in Westerville on Oct. 30. The lease runs through Oct. 29, 2030, at an annual cost of $257,758.

The General Services Administration, which handles federal property and leasing agreements, had previously sought proposals for new office space in Columbus and 18 other cities to support law enforcement operations.

Reporting by Wired indicates the new Westerville lease will house the Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA), the largest legal division within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Online listings also show the address as an OPLA office location.

OPLA attorneys represent ICE and the Department of Homeland Security in immigration court proceedings, including deportation hearings.

The new office is located on the same street as ICE’s existing Westerville field office at 675 Brooksedge Blvd., which functions as a regional operations hub. If OPLA relocates to the Park Meadow Road site, the two offices would serve separate roles — one focused on enforcement operations and the other on legal proceedings.

County property records show the Park Meadow Road building underwent federally contracted improvements around the start of the lease. The property is owned by Nationwide Realty Investors and also houses private business offices.

ICE and the Department of Homeland Security did not respond to requests for comment.

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Ohio House Bill 662: Ohio Lawmakers Propose Felony Charge for Disrupting Religious Services

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Ohio House Bill 662: Ohio Lawmakers Propose Felony Charge for Disrupting Religious Services
Ohio House Bill 662 Ohio Lawmakers Propose Felony Charge for Disrupting Religious Services

Ohio House Bill 662: Ohio Lawmakers Propose Felony Charge for Disrupting Religious Services

Ohio lawmakers have introduced legislation that would increase penalties for disrupting religious services, elevating the offense from a misdemeanor to a felony.

State Reps. Johnathan Newman (R-Troy) and Tex Fischer (R-Boardman) introduced House Bill 662. The proposal would raise the charge for intentionally obstructing or interfering with in-person or online religious services from a first-degree misdemeanor to a fifth-degree felony.

Under current Ohio law, a first-degree misdemeanor carries a maximum penalty of 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. A fifth-degree felony is punishable by up to 12 months in prison and a $2,500 fine.

Newman said the bill is aimed at protecting the constitutional right to freely practice religion. “I will do everything possible to ensure Ohioans’ First Amendment right to free exercise of religion is protected, along with houses of worship and worshippers,” he said in a statement.

The legislation follows a Jan. 18 protest in St. Paul, Minnesota, where demonstrators interrupted a church service during an anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement rally. Lawmakers cited the incident as an example of what they view as interference with religious freedom.

Fischer said while Americans have the right to protest government policies, that right does not extend to disrupting religious services. “Our state should not tolerate this behavior and must stand strong in protecting the rights of Ohioans of all faiths,” he said.

In 2023, lawmakers previously increased the penalty for disturbing religious worship from a fourth-degree misdemeanor to a first-degree misdemeanor under House Bill 504. That measure received broad bipartisan support.

House Bill 662 has been assigned to the Ohio House Judiciary Committee, where it is awaiting its first hearing. The bill currently has 21 Republican co-sponsors.

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Columbus Firefighter Injured in Early Morning House Fire in Franklinton

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Columbus Firefighter Injured in Early Morning House Fire in Franklinton

A Columbus firefighter has been hospitalized and a family displaced after an attic fire at a Franklinton home on Dakota Avenue early Thursday morning.

Columbus Firefighter Injured in Early Morning House Fire in Franklinton
Columbus Firefighter Injured in Early Morning House Fire in Franklinton

Columbus Firefighter Injured in Early Morning House Fire in Franklinton

A Columbus firefighter has been injured and a family of three was displaced following an early morning house fire in west Columbus on Thursday.

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According to the Columbus Division of Fire, crews responded just before 4 a.m. to a home in the 300 block of Dakota Avenue in the Franklinton neighborhood. Fire officials said the blaze was primarily located in the attic area of the residence.

Firefighters were able to bring the fire under control, and the family inside the home escaped safely.

One firefighter was hurt while battling the blaze and was taken to a hospital. Officials have not released details about the firefighter’s condition. No other injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire has not yet been announced. Authorities said additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Somalia Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028 Term

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Somalia Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028 Term

Somalia has been elected to the African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028, reflecting confidence in its role in promoting peace, stability, and regional cooperation.

Somalia Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028 Term
Somalia Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028 Term

Somalia Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for 2026–2028 Term

Somalia has been elected to serve on the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council for the 2026–2028 term, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for the country. The announcement was made Wednesday, with Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs describing the election as a sign of growing trust in the nation’s role in promoting peace and stability across Africa.

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In a statement, the ministry said the vote reflects renewed confidence from AU member states in Somalia’s contributions to conflict prevention, crisis response, and peacebuilding. Officials thanked supporting nations, particularly from the Eastern Africa region, whose backing helped secure the seat.

The 15-member Peace and Security Council is the AU’s main body responsible for maintaining peace on the continent. Somalia will now participate in shaping decisions on conflict prevention, peacebuilding, counterterrorism cooperation, and post-conflict recovery. The government plans to draw on its own experiences of state rebuilding, security reform, and counter-extremism operations to inform council discussions.

“Membership on the council is a major responsibility,” the ministry said, “and we are committed to working closely with fellow AU member states to promote stability, peace, and sustainable development across Africa.”

Somalia’s election comes as the country continues to strengthen its governance and security institutions while expanding its diplomatic engagement. Officials said the seat signals recognition of the progress Somalia has made and its readiness to play a more active role in continental affairs.

As the country prepares to begin its term in 2026, Somalia has pledged to approach its role with responsibility, transparency, and a commitment to the AU’s principles. The government emphasized that lasting peace and security require collective action and shared responsibility among African nations.

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Vivek Ramaswamy Outpaces Amy Acton in Ohio Fundraising as Governor’s Race Heats Up

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Vivek Ramaswamy Outpaces Amy Acton in Ohio Fundraising as Governor’s Race Heats Up
Vivek Ramaswamy Outpaces Amy Acton in Ohio Fundraising as Governor’s Race Heats Up
Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton are leading fundraising in Ohio’s gubernatorial race.

Vivek Ramaswamy Outpaces Amy Acton in Ohio Fundraising as Governor’s Race Heats Up

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy has raised more total money from Ohio donors, while Democrat Amy Acton has attracted more individual contributors from within the state, according to the latest campaign finance filings.

The two are considered front-runners in Ohio’s November gubernatorial race and both reported record-breaking fundraising totals in their first year of campaigning.

By Dec. 31, Ramaswamy had raised $19.8 million — the highest amount ever reported by a gubernatorial candidate in Ohio at this stage of the race. Acton raised $5.3 million by the end of 2025, the largest total for a Democratic challenger during the same timeframe.

Campaign records show Ramaswamy received more than 250,000 individual contributions, compared to about 110,000 for Acton. However, Acton reported more individual donors from Ohio, with 78,694 in-state contributors compared to Ramaswamy’s 39,260.

In total dollars from Ohio residents, Ramaswamy received approximately $11.3 million, representing about 57% of his total fundraising. Acton reported roughly $4.48 million from Ohio donors, with her campaign stating that 70% of her overall donations came from within the state.

Both campaigns emphasized grassroots support. Acton’s team said more than 96% of her contributions were $100 or less. Her average grassroots donation was $28, with an overall average donation of $48.22, according to filings.

Ramaswamy’s campaign reported an average donation of about $76. His largest contributions came from individuals and an Ohio Republican political action committee, along with donors affiliated with private education groups and industry PACs, including the Ohio Credit Union and Ohio Trucking Association.

Acton’s largest single donor was the Ohio Democratic Party, which contributed $125,000. She also received significant support from labor unions and industry PACs, including the Ohio Federation of Teachers and Ohio State UAW.

Ohio voters will choose their next governor on Nov. 3.

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Maumee Mother Charged After Allegedly Injecting Child’s IV with Feces at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

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Maumee Mother Charged After Allegedly Injecting Child’s IV with Feces at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Tiffany Lesueur of Maumee faces charges after allegedly injecting a substance into her child’s IV at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus.

Maumee Mother Charged After Allegedly Injecting Child’s IV with Feces at Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, where a Maumee woman was accused of injecting a foreign substance into her child’s IV.

Maumee Mother Charged After Allegedly Injecting Child’s IV with Feces at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

A Maumee mother has been charged after allegedly injecting feces substance into her child’s IV at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, according to Franklin County Municipal Court documents.

Tiffany Lesueur, 35, was accused of the act last week. Hospital staff notified Columbus police on Feb. 6 after raising concerns about possible child abuse. Staff said all future visits involving Lesueur would be closely monitored.

Court records indicate that on Feb. 8, hospital staff observed Lesueur through surveillance video using a syringe to inject what was believed to be human feces into the child’s IV line on the left hand. Hospital personnel reported seeing Lesueur collect the substance from a bathroom and administer it to the child.

The child received immediate medical treatment, and Lesueur was detained by police. She has been charged with endangering children and her bond was set at $250,000. Her preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb. 19.

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