The effort to place a constitutional amendment abolishing Ohio property taxes on the November ballot has fallen short of the required signatures, but organizers plan to continue their petition campaign.
Early voting has begun in Ohio for the May primary, with officials expecting low turnout due to a limited ballot. Voters can cast ballots early in person or by absentee through Election Day on May 5.
Big election season is on its way, and with that comes the responsibility to register to vote. The deadline to register for the May 5th primary is April 6th.
Ohio voters will decide several contested primary races May 5 that will shape November’s general election for governor and other top statewide offices.
Ohio Senate President Rob McColley outlined energy expansion, income tax reduction, workforce development, and stricter education standards as key priorities for the Ramaswamy gubernatorial campaign during a visit to Lima.
Don Kissick today announced his candidacy for Governor of Ohio and named James Mills as his choice for Lieutenant Governor in the 2026 election, launching a statewide campaign grounded in unity, compassion, and a firm commitment to restoring trust in Ohio’s government.
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton spoke Monday night at the Allen County Democratic Party’s “Dinner for Democracy.” Acton told the audience that her personal and professional experiences inspired her decision to run for Ohio governor against Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Also speaking at the event were Democratic candidates for Ohio Secretary of State, Dr. Bryan Hambley and Dr. Allison Russo. Both candidates discussed their motivations for entering the race.
Dave Yost sent a message to his supporters announcing that he is suspending his campaign. Yost was the first to enter the race, but entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has since launched his own campaign for the seat.
Ohio’s former health department director spoke to local Democrats about her campaign for governor during a visit to Allen County.
Mayor Sharetta Smith endorsing Nan Whaley to be the Democratic candidate for Ohio's Governor. Whaley came to Lima in support of Smith when she was running to lead Lima, and she also spoke during Smith's swearing-in when she became the city's first African American and female mayor. Smith says that she and Whaley come from working-class backgrounds and that her experience as mayor will help her and the state in Columbus.