Ohio

Social Media Trade Group Files Lawsuit Against Ohio Over Controversial New Law

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Columbus, Ohio – A trade group representing multiple social media sites has filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Ohio over a new law that requires companies to obtain verifiable parental consent for children under the age of 16. NetChoice, the trade group behind the lawsuit, argues that the law is unconstitutional. They have previously taken legal action against other states that have passed laws regulating social media use and internet privacy. The Parental Notification by Social Media Operators Act, set to go into effect on January 15, has faced significant opposition. NetChoice, which … Read more

Retiring Ohio Judge Shares Inspiring Stories of Transformation in Juvenile Court

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Cindi Morehart, a retired judge from Franklin County in Ohio, is bidding farewell to the judicial system after a long and successful career, with the majority of her time spent in juvenile court. Throughout her years on the bench, Morehart has emphasized the importance of addressing mental health concerns in the justice system. Morehart’s journey in the legal field started as an art teacher in juvenile prison before she pursued law school at the age of 35. She then went on to work as a city and county prosecutor before eventually becoming … Read more

Boost Retention and Expertise: Ohio State University Offers Certification Program for Election Officials

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the 2022 presidential and congressional elections draw closer, the role of election officials is under scrutiny. To help officials stay informed about the constantly evolving election law and technology landscape, The Ohio State University’s John Glenn College of Public Affairs, in partnership with the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO), offers the Ohio Registered Election Official Certification program. According to Aaron Ockerman, executive director of OAEO, many election officials have been leaving the profession in recent years due to increased scrutiny and the complex nature of their jobs. The certification program … Read more

Ohio Man Faces Murder Charges as Grand Jury Steps In After Shooting Incident in Charleston

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Charleston, West Virginia – A Kanawha County grand jury will review a murder case that unfolded in Charleston, after charges were advanced following a preliminary hearing on Thursday. Dominick Gray, a 38-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, is facing charges for the shooting death of 34-year-old Beverly Hensley and the injuring of her 9-month-old daughter. According to Charleston Police Detective Jonathan Hill’s testimony, Hensley was shot three times, while her baby girl sustained a graze wound to her chest and a gunshot wound to her hand. Hill also stated that Gray confessed to shooting Hensley, revealing … Read more