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Some in Ohio’s Marijuana Industry Oppose New Attempt to Overturn Hemp Ban, Marijuana Restrictions

As a referendum effort begins collecting signatures to get on the ballot, some groups say the new changes will work just fine.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Ohio News

Incumbent Democrats Hold Huge Cash Advantage in Ohio’s Competitive Congressional Seats

Marcy Kaptur, Emilia Sykes and Greg Landsman have outraised opponents by sizable margins.

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Ohio News

A Dem Candidate for Ohio Attorney General Faces Backlash, Stands by Comments About Trump

“I want to tell you what I mean when I say I am going to kill Donald Trump,” Elliot Forhan said in a video posted to his Facebook page. “I mean I’m going to obtain a conviction” that would lead to capital punishment.

by Susan Tebben, The Ohio Capital Journal January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Ohio News

New Ohio Election Integrity Commission Begins to Take Shape

The commission will replace Ohio’s existing campaign finance watchdog agency

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal December 31, 2025December 31, 2025

Cleveland News

Lauren Welch Running for Ohio State Representative Seat

After just three months as Cleveland City Council’s Ward 3 rep, Welch is campaigning for Ohio House District 20.

by Mark Oprea December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

Politics & Elections

Amid Mamdani’s Rise, Cleveland’s DSA Chapter is Trying to Capitalize on Momentum

Democratic socialist Tanmay Shah’s Cleveland City Council win has proved there’s energy on the local level too, organizers say, pointing to growing membership ranks.

by Mark Oprea December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

News & Views

Tanmay Shah Wins Ward 12 Council Race, Unseats Incumbent Danny Kelly

The Democratic Socialist candidate edged Kelly by nine votes after final mail-in ballots and provisionals were counted. A recount, which officials doubt will change the result, will come next.

by Mark Oprea November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

A politician in front of an American flag.

Ohio News

Op-Ed: Preventing Mass Layoffs in the Rust Belt, a Popular and Possible Initiative

Democrats should embrace an economically populist agenda that confronts corporate greed and economic elites.

by Tim Gill November 11, 2025November 10, 2025

Ohio News

‘Voters Will Be Ready for a Change.’ Ohio Democratic Party Sets Sights on Winning 2026 Elections

“Republicans have controlled state government for nearly two decades, and all we have to show for it is rising costs and falling quality of life,” Clyde said.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Ohio News

Ohio Secretary of State Sends Voter Fraud Allegations to Trump Justice Department

LaRose notes only 167 examples of noncitizens allegedly casting a ballot spread over the last eight years of four federal elections. Critics say he’s “forum shopping” after local prosecutors declined to bring charges.

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Cleveland News