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Ohio University Suspends 11 Academic Programs Under New State Law

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Ohio University Suspends 11 Academic Programs Under New State Law
Ohio University Suspends 11 Academic Programs Under New State Law
Ohio University will suspend 11 degree programs in compliance with Senate Bill 1.

Ohio University Suspends 11 Academic Programs Under New State Law

Athens, Ohio – Ohio University has announced it will suspend 11 academic degree programs following the implementation of Senate Bill 1, a new Ohio law that went into effect on June 27 and reshaped higher education across the state.

The law, widely recognized for restricting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities, also requires institutions to discontinue programs that graduate fewer than five students annually over a three-year period.

After reviewing its academic offerings, Ohio University found 36 programs that fell below the threshold and confirmed on Wednesday that 11 degrees will be phased out, including:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry*
  • Bachelor of Arts in Geological Sciences*
  • Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics*
  • Bachelor of Arts in Physics*
  • Associate of Applied Science in Electronic Media
  • Associate of Applied Science in Equine Studies
  • Bachelor of Science in Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education in Teaching
  • Associate of Applied Science in Child Development*
  • Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Flight Technology*
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Arts
  • Associate of Individualized Studies

(*Students will still be able to pursue a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, geological sciences, mathematics, and physics.)

University leaders emphasized that currently enrolled students will be able to complete their studies and that no immediate impact on full-time faculty is expected.

Waivers and Program Adjustments

Ohio University has submitted seven waiver requests to the state in hopes of preserving certain unique or workforce-driven programs. Among them are the Bachelor of Science in Economics, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science, and Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy.

Additionally, 18 other low-enrollment degree programs will not be eliminated outright but will instead be merged into existing majors. These include African American Studies, Religious Studies, multiple Geography tracks, Spanish Education, Art History, Studio Art, Theater, French, and several Music disciplines such as Instrumental Performance, Composition, and Vocal Arts.

Compliance Deadline

All Ohio public universities are required to finalize their degree eliminations or mergers by September 25, 2024. Ohio University said its academic teams are already preparing curricular adjustments to ensure a smooth transition for students.

This move reflects a broader shift in Ohio’s higher education system, with universities being forced to reassess low-enrollment programs under Senate Bill 1 while still balancing student needs and workforce demand.

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YouTube TV Secures Deal with Fox, Ohio State vs. Texas Season Opener Will Be Aired on YouTube TV

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YouTube TV Secures Deal with Fox, Ohio State vs. Texas Season Opener Will Be Aired on YouTube TV
YouTube TV Secures Deal with Fox, Ohio State vs. Texas Season Opener Will Be Aired on YouTube TV
YouTube TV subscribers can stream Ohio State’s season opener against Texas after Fox agreement.

YouTube TV Secures Deal with Fox, Ohio State vs. Texas Season Opener Will Be Aired on YouTube TV

Columbus, Ohio – Ohio State football fans can breathe a sigh of relief, YouTube TV has reached a new agreement with Fox Corp, guaranteeing that viewers will be able to watch the Buckeyes’ highly anticipated season-opening game against Texas.

On August 28, YouTube TV announced via its official X (formerly Twitter) account that it had struck a deal with Fox to maintain access to its lineup of channels, including Fox Sports, Fox News, Fox Weather, and the Fox Broadcast Network. This ensures that Ohio sports fans will not miss the Buckeyes as they kick off their 2024 season.

YouTube TV on X: “We’re happy to share that we’ve reached a deal with Fox to keep their content on YouTube TV. This means that Fox channels, including the Fox Broadcast Network, Fox News, and Fox Sports, remain available, and football fans will not miss any of the action this weekend.” / X

The deal comes after tense negotiations between YouTube TV’s parent company and Fox, following the expiration of their previous contract on August 27. Without an agreement, popular channels such as Fox Sports 1, Fox Business, and Fox News would have gone dark for subscribers. A last-minute extension was announced just before the deadline, giving the parties more time to finalize terms.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr even weighed in on the standoff, warning that removing Fox channels ahead of Saturday’s matchup would be a blow to millions of viewers. Carr emphasized the importance of ensuring fans can enjoy the Ohio State vs. Texas game without disruption.

While financial details of the contract remain undisclosed, this agreement ensures that YouTube TV subscribers in Columbus and across the U.S. will continue to have uninterrupted access to Fox programming—just in time for the Buckeyes’ season kickoff.

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Marion City Council Member Faces Rape Charges Over Sexual Abuse of 13-Year-Old

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Marion City Council Member Faces Rape Charges Over Sexual Abuse of 13-Year-Old
Marion City Council Member Faces Rape Charges Over Sexual Abuse of 13-Year-Old
Marion City Council member Ayers Ratliff, 36, and his wife Heidi, 34, indicted on multiple felony charges.

Marion City Council Member Faces Rape Charges Over Sexual Abuse of 13-Year-Old

Seven months after initial felony rape charges were dismissed, Marion City Council member Ayers Ratliff, 36, has been indicted on five new felony charges involving the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl. His wife, Heidi Ratliff, 34, has also been charged.

In January, the Marion County prosecutor’s office dropped the previous charges to strengthen the case with additional and substantial evidence. The new indictments, filed recently, reference multiple incidents from May 1 and May 19, 2023.

The investigation began after the alleged victim informed a friend, who then notified a school counselor, prompting police involvement. Marion Police Department (PD) and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) conducted interviews and collected physical and electronic evidence from the reported crime scene.

Charges include:

  • Ayers Ratliff: Rape, three counts of gross sexual imposition, and abduction.
  • Heidi Ratliff: Two counts of obstruction of justice, two counts of endangering children, and intimidation of a victim.

Prosecutor Ray Grogan stated that the grand jury found the victim may have been intimidated after reporting the abuse.

Ayers Ratliff pleaded not guilty in September 2024 and recently filed a lawsuit against the prosecutor and staff, alleging wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution. Despite ongoing legal proceedings, Ratliff continues to serve as the 2nd Ward City Council representative, holding several committee positions.

As of now, no future court date has been scheduled.

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Columbus Metropolitan Library Enhances Internet Use Policy

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Columbus Metropolitan Library Enhances Internet Use Policy
Columbus Metropolitan Library Enhances Internet Use Policy
Columbus Metropolitan Library implements new policy to manage inappropriate online content.

Columbus Metropolitan Library Enhances Internet Use Policy

Columbus, Ohio – The Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML), with its extensive network of 23 branches, provides public access to hundreds of computers. While content filtering software is employed to block access to obscene, pornographic, or harmful material, it is not foolproof. Recognizing this limitation, CML has introduced a new policy to grant librarians greater authority in managing inappropriate online content.

Effective August 28, 2025, the policy allows staff to intervene when patrons access content that violates the library’s Customer Code of Conduct or disrupts the public environment. Actions may include requesting patrons to relocate, cease viewing specific websites, or discontinue internet use altogether.

While federal law permits individuals aged 17 and older to bypass filtering upon request, the new policy emphasizes staff discretion to address content that may be offensive or harmful to minors. This approach aligns with similar policies in libraries across Ohio, including those in Cleveland and Cincinnati.

CML’s spokesperson, Ben Zenitsky, clarified, “It is about empowering our staff to tell customers that what they are doing may not be appropriate.” The goal is not censorship but maintaining a respectful and safe environment for all library users.

This policy update underscores the library’s commitment to balancing open access to information with the responsibility to protect patrons from harmful content.

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Suspect in Marysville Officer Shooting Re- arrested After Fleeing Columbus Hospital

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Suspect in Marysville Officer Shooting Re- arrested After Fleeing Columbus Hospital
Suspect in Marysville Officer Shooting Re- arrested After Fleeing Columbus Hospital
Police re-arrest Dustin Edward Ohm in Columbus after his hospital escape.

Suspect in Marysville Officer Shooting Re- arrested After Fleeing Columbus Hospital

A man accused of shooting a Marysville police officer earlier this year was taken back into custody after briefly escaping from a Columbus hospital on Tuesday.

According to police, 29-year-old Dustin Edward Ohm fled from a rehabilitation center on Dennison Avenue after being dropped off following a medical appointment at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. Authorities say deputies were unaware of the appointment, and Ohm used a scooter to escape the hospital.

He was later found on Sale Road in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, where police located him inside a van outside a family member’s home. Roughly 20 police cruisers responded to the scene before Ohm surrendered.

“If he wouldn’t have come out of that van, it probably would have been a SWAT barricade,” said Sgt. Joe Albert of Columbus Police.

Ohm is accused of firing at officers during a domestic dispute in Marysville on May 30, injuring one officer who was later treated and released. After fleeing that scene, Ohm led authorities on a chase along U.S. 33 before being shot by deputies and hospitalized.

He now faces multiple charges, including attempted aggravated murder of a law enforcement officer, felonious assault on a peace officer, weapons under disability, failure to comply, and discharging a firearm into a habitation.

Authorities emphasized that the case remains under serious review due to Ohm’s violent history.

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Hilliard City Council Approves School Bond Projects for New Buildings

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Hilliard City Council Approves School Bond Projects for New Buildings
Hilliard City Council Approves School Bond Projects for New Buildings
Hilliard City Council clears path for $142M bond-funded school projects.

Hilliard City Council Approves School Bond Projects for New Buildings

The Hilliard City Council has approved two key resolutions that will allow Hilliard City Schools to begin projects funded by the $142 million bond issue passed by voters last year.

At the council’s August 25 meeting, members voted 5-0 to grant conditional land use approvals for two major initiatives: a new building for Beacon Elementary School and an expansion of the preschool at Norwich Elementary School.

According to Jackie Yeoman, the city’s deputy planning director, the current Beacon Elementary building will remain in use until the new facility is complete, ensuring no disruption to students. The bond package also includes the construction of three new elementary schools of identical size across the district.

Beacon Elementary is the first to begin construction because the district can build the new school while students continue learning in the existing building.

As enrollment continues to grow, district officials noted that redistricting may be necessary in the near future to balance student populations across Hilliard City Schools.

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Did Ohio State Really Ban Dave Portnoy from Ohio Stadium?

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Did Ohio State Really Ban Dave Portnoy from Ohio Stadium?
Did Ohio State Really Ban Dave Portnoy from Ohio Stadium
Ohio State denies banning Barstool founder Dave Portnoy from attending the Ohio State vs Texas game

Did Ohio State Really Ban Dave Portnoy from Ohio Stadium?

Columbus, Ohio – Ohio State University has clarified that Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy will not be banned from Ohio Stadium during the highly anticipated No. 3 Ohio State vs. No. 1 Texas game on Saturday. Rumors circulated Monday suggesting Portnoy, who recently joined FOX’s “Big Noon Kickoff” as an analyst, would be barred from the stadium despite his role on the pregame show.

Ohio State emphasized that no one has been banned from attending the game, and all planning was coordinated with FOX regarding broadcast setups, kickoff times, and talent placement.

Portnoy, a University of Michigan alumnus and well-known Wolverines fan, has gained notoriety online for his posts that often critique or poke fun at Ohio State. In July, he announced a partnership between Barstool Sports and FOX, joining analysts including Mark Ingram II, Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn, and former Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer on “Big Noon Kickoff.”

The Ohio State vs. Texas showdown is scheduled to kick off at noon on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.

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Trump Fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook

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Trump Fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook
Trump Fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook Amid Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Trump fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook, igniting legal debates

Trump Fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook

President Donald Trump has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud. Cook, appointed in 2022 by President Joe Biden as the first Black woman on the Fed board, has refused to step down, arguing that the president does not have the legal authority to remove her. This unprecedented dismissal has sparked nationwide debates over presidential power, the independence of the Federal Reserve, and possible legal battles that could reach the Supreme Court. The decision has also caused market volatility, raising concerns among investors.

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Former Ohio State Quarterback Art Schlichter Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Drug Possession in Columbus

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Former Ohio State Quarterback Art Schlichter Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Drug Possession in Columbus
Former Ohio State Quarterback Art Schlichter Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Drug Possession in Columbus
Former Ohio State quarterback Art Schlichter sentenced for Cocaine drug possession in Columbus.

Former Ohio State Quarterback Art Schlichter Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Drug Possession in Columbus

Former Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Art Schlichter, 65, has pleaded guilty to felony drug possession charges following a 2023 traffic stop in which an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper discovered cocaine in his vehicle.

Schlichter entered the plea on August 25, 2024, in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas before Judge Chris Brown. Originally, the hearing was scheduled for August 11, but health issues delayed his appearance.

As part of the sentence, Schlichter received two years of community control (probation). Conditions include weekly drug testing to ensure compliance.

This is not Schlichter’s first encounter with the law. In 2022, he pleaded guilty to cocaine possession after being found unresponsive in a Hilliard hotel room. At the time of last year’s traffic stop, he was already serving probation for that case.

Just a year earlier, Schlichter had been released from prison after serving time for a ticket fraud scheme that defrauded victims of millions of dollars.

Schlichter is remembered for his playing career as Ohio State’s quarterback from 1978 to 1981 and his four seasons in the NFL, but his post-football years have been overshadowed by repeated legal and personal struggles.

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Delta Air Lines Adds New Nonstop Flight from Columbus to Austin, Texas in 2026

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Delta Air Lines Adds New Nonstop Flight from Columbus to Austin, Texas in 2026
Delta Air Lines Adds New Nonstop Flight from Columbus to Austin, Texas in 2026
Delta announces new nonstop Columbus–Austin flight beginning June 2026.

Delta Air Lines Adds New Nonstop Flight from Columbus to Austin, Texas in 2026

Columbus travelers will soon have a new nonstop option to the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. Delta Air Lines announced it will launch a daily nonstop service between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) starting June 7, 2026.

The new route will be operated by Delta’s regional partner, SkyWest Airlines, providing Central Ohio passengers with more convenience and connectivity.

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers year-round nonstop service from Columbus to Austin. With Delta’s addition, this will be the second direct flight available to Texas’ capital city.

In addition to the upcoming Austin route, Delta already connects Columbus travelers to several popular destinations, including:

  • Atlanta (ATL)
  • Boston (BOS)
  • Detroit (DTW)
  • Minneapolis (MSP)
  • New York (JFK)
  • New York (LaGuardia – LGA)
  • Orlando (MCO – starting December 2025)
  • Salt Lake City (SLC)

With Austin’s growing business, music, and tech scene, this new flight marks another step in strengthening Columbus’ role as a Midwest travel hub.

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