Ohio
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Federal Judge Blocks USCIS Freeze on Immigration Benefits in Ohio
A federal judge in Ohio has issued a preliminary injunction requiring USCIS to resume processing green card and work permit applications for 25 plaintiffs.
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Michigan and Ohio Report Surge in Cyclosporiasis Infections
Health officials report a sharp rise in cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan and Ohio, likely linked to contaminated produce, with investigations currently ongoing.
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Natural Gas Policy and Markets: From Alaska Pipelines to Ohio Oversight
Legislators in Alaska face a critical deadline for LNG tax incentives, while Ohio considers new chemical disclosure laws for hydraulic fracturing, highlighting a complex landscape for natural gas policy and investment.
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FBI Raids Ohio Organizing Collaborative Amid Growing Political Tension
Federal agents searched the Cleveland offices of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative on June 11, triggering accusations of political intimidation and federal overreach ahead of midterm elections.
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The Supreme Court of Ohio: Balancing Energy Infrastructure and Regulatory Transparency
On May 27, 2026, the Ohio Supreme Court issued landmark rulings impacting energy infrastructure and public records transparency, signaling a pivotal shift in state regulatory oversight.
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Ohio Faces Fiscal and Political Crossroads Ahead of April 6
As Ohio prepares for the high-profile opening of its first Buc-ee’s, the state grapples with high-stakes corruption trials and heated debates over future tax policy and social regulation.
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SoftBank to Invest $500 Billion in Ohio AI Data Center
SoftBank Group plans a massive $500 billion investment in Ohio for an AI data center, partnering with the Trump administration and local entities.
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Ohio Meteor Blast: 7-Ton Asteroid Triggers Sonic Boom
A 7-ton asteroid entered the atmosphere over Ohio on Tuesday, triggering a massive sonic boom and a daylight fireball that shook homes across the region.
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Afroman Defends Raid Videos in Courtroom Clash with Deputies
Rapper Afroman has taken the stand in an Ohio courtroom, defending his right to use home surveillance footage of a 2022 police raid in his music videos.
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Central US Schools Close Again Amid Arctic Blast, Lingering Storm Impact
Thousands of students across Central Ohio, Northeast Ohio, and the Indianapolis area face school closures and delays on January 30, 2026, as an extended Arctic outbreak brings extreme cold and hazardous road conditions following Winter Storm Fern.





