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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration connected shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell to an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. Officials warned against eating the lettuce at restaurants in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The outbreak has 1,644 confirme…
Fox NewsThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed over 1,600 domestic cases of the parasitic infection, with more than 5,100 additional cases under investigation. The outbreak has primarily affected people in Michigan and Ohio.
chicago.suntimes.comThe White House said July 16 it is tracking a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened more than 400 people in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. Federal agencies are interviewing patients to trace the source while urging precautions with fresh produce.
defector.comMore than 3,000 cases have been reported in Michigan and Ohio since May 1, with additional cases in West Virginia and Kentucky. Officials continue to investigate the source and expect the outbreak to last through August.
Fox NewsThe court agreed June 30 to review a lawsuit by an Orthodox Jewish resident of University Heights, Ohio, who faced a cease-and-desist order over Sabbath prayer gatherings. The case raises questions about ripeness requirements in First Amendment land-use disputes.
ESPNThe Cleveland Browns finished their 10-week offseason program in Berea, Ohio, leaving the starting quarterback role undecided between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. Training camp opens July 23 for rookies and July 28 for veterans ahead of the September 13 season opener.
Brian Poindexter, a 46-year-old union ironworker, is running to flip a Republican congressional seat in Ohio. The Atlantic reported that he and other Democratic candidates are highlighting working-class male backgrounds to appeal to voters.
abcnews.go.comHundreds of New Jersey fire departments are disposing of aqueous film-forming foam containing PFAS. The state has sent all collected foam to an Ohio facility for destruction. Firefighters report personal health concerns tied to past exposure.
nbcnews.comA man previously jailed after accusations of sexual misconduct with a minor stepped down this week from a volunteer surrogate role. Sen. Jon Husted's campaign accepted the resignation.
chicago.suntimes.comThe U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 843 confirmed domestic cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, 2026. Michigan recorded the highest state total, followed by Ohio and New York City. The agency will shift to weekly state data collection due to the increase.
abcnews.go.comA group of retired judges completed a four-day bus tour through Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. They spoke in public venues about the importance of judicial independence and public confidence in courts. The tour marked the nation's 250th anniversary.
The HillOfficials will hold a press briefing Friday morning on an indictment returned in Ohio that charges eight men in two separate plots. The charges include conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and conspiracy to commit murder on federal property.
The Cook Political Report changed its assessment of the Ohio governor's race from lean Republican to toss-up. The adjustment follows polling that shows the Democratic nominee holding a narrow lead or tie.
kpbs.orgTwo U.S. district judges reached opposite conclusions on whether the Department of Homeland Security must maintain expanded access to the SAVE citizenship verification system for four states. One order blocked nationwide changes; the second directed restoration of features for Fl…
io9.gizmodo.comMichigan and Ohio have recorded more than 1,400 confirmed cases of the parasitic illness cyclosporiasis since early June. Investigators have not identified a common food source.
A federal grand jury in Columbus, Ohio, charged eight men with conspiracy to commit murder and provide material support to terrorists. The plot allegedly targeted the June 14 UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn.
news.sky.comFederal prosecutors in Ohio returned an indictment Thursday charging eight men with two conspiracies tied to a planned drone and sniper attack on a UFC event at the White House. The plot allegedly began in May and involved collecting weapons, explosives, drones, and other equipme…
forbes.com@ABC reported on July 9, 2026, that Michigan has recorded more than 1,200 cases and Ohio more than 170. The parasitic infection spreads through contaminated produce and requires specific testing for diagnosis.
news.google.comThe conservative nonprofit aligned with Senate Majority Leader John Thune will begin airing commercials in the two states on Wednesday. The buys form part of a broader $400 million effort by Thune's political operation ahead of the November midterms.
chicago.suntimes.comHealth officials recorded a sharp rise in cyclosporiasis infections centered in southeastern Michigan. Cases have also appeared in Ohio and three other states. Federal agencies continue to investigate the source linked to fresh produce.
tvline.comAn actress who appeared in several films and television series died at age 87. She gained recognition for portraying a suburban housewife in a 1970s sitcom and had earlier roles in movies directed by a comedian who was also her husband at the time.
A team moved from the 12th to the 11th pick in the 2026 NFL draft to select an Ohio State safety. The head coach said the team had targeted the player and feared another club would take him.
abcnews.go.comRandy McAllister faces aggravated murder and murder charges in the 1985 killing of John Warren at a Middletown hotel. New York Post reported that evidence recovered from a Georgia restaurant linked him to the case after decades.
abcnews.go.comAuthorities removed 16 children from a Vinton County residence last Tuesday. Four adults face child endangerment charges and have pleaded not guilty. The children were taken to hospitals across Ohio.
winnipegfreepress.comA federal judge in Ohio issued a preliminary injunction requiring U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to resume processing certain immigration benefit applications that had been paused under policies tied to countries covered by travel restrictions. The order applies to pla…
Authorities discovered 16 children living in a single 12-by-12 room filled with human waste in a Vinton County home. The children, ranging from 18 months to 18 years old, had never been enrolled in school and showed limited communication skills.
winnipegfreepress.comPadraig Harrington defended his U.S. Senior Open title on July 5, 2026, at Scioto Country Club in Columbus, Ohio. The 54-year-old finished at 12 under par after a final-round 66, four strokes ahead of Stewart Cink.
news.sky.comLeBron James was observed at a community center in Akron, Ohio, during the July 4 weekend. The location is roughly 40 miles from Cleveland. Reports indicate he is considering options among six teams for his next contract.
alternet.orgRealtor.com identified 11 states where a household earning the median income can afford a median-priced home without exceeding the 30% housing-cost benchmark. The states are concentrated in the Midwest and include Minnesota, Maryland, Missouri, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Michig…
abcnews.go.comA federal judge in Ohio ruled that a tenured professor at Miami University lacked standing to challenge the closure of DEI offices and programs. The decision addressed claims under the First Amendment and state law.
ZeroHedgeCentrus Energy received a contract from the U.S. Department of Energy to shift its Ohio uranium facility from government-funded demonstration to commercial production. The agreement covers transition of an existing centrifuge cascade that has already produced nearly two metric to…
Fox NewsSen. Bernie Moreno sent a letter Thursday to Mayor Aftab Pureval seeking details on a June city ordinance that creates a Department of Economic Inclusion and Procurement. The request includes federal funding figures, projected costs, and compliance steps with Justice Department g…
abcnews.go.comThe U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear an appeal from an Orthodox Jewish resident in Ohio who was ordered by local authorities to stop hosting prayer gatherings in his home. The case centers on whether the city’s enforcement action violates religious exercise protections.
cnbc.comRepublican candidates or presumptive nominees in Maine, Iowa, Alaska, Ohio, North Carolina and Michigan have established their own well-funded super PACs for the 2026 midterms. The shift reduces reliance on the Senate Leadership Fund and departs from prior practice.
espn.comFive-star wide receiver Jett Harrison pledged to Ohio State's 2028 class on Wednesday. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound prospect from Philadelphia ranks as the No. 1 player in the cycle.
abcnews.go.comAn analysis of shipment data, consumer searches and state laws placed Ohio first among states for the chance of a backyard fireworks mishap. The same study found Massachusetts had the lowest risk.
axios.comThe National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings and watches for a broad area of the Midwest, Ohio Valley and Northeast. Forecasters expect temperatures of 100 to 105 degrees through Friday, with heat indices reaching 105 to 115 degrees in some locations.
washingtonpost.comA family in Ohio says a wild buck has begun appearing at their property each day. The animal's repeated presence has created an ongoing interaction between the household and the deer.
New York PostMultiple Flash Flood Emergencies were declared Saturday as torrential rain caused widespread flooding, water rescues and at least one fatality in Kentucky. Officials issued evacuations and states of emergency in several counties while rainfall totals reached 3 to 5 inches across…
New York PostAuthorities arrested an Ohio man accused of planning an attack at a UFC event scheduled at the White House. Officials said the suspect accumulated weapons and supplies using graduation funds.
insurancejournal.comFifteen players filed suit in Ohio state court on June 24 seeking a fifth year of competition under the prior model. A judge denied their request for a temporary restraining order the same day.
sportsnet.caThe university will honor its former football coach in the stadium ring of honor when the team opens its 2026 season. The coach led the program from 2001 to 2010 and won a national title in 2002.
medpagetoday.comThe WISeR program launched in January 2026 in Oklahoma, Arizona, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas and Washington. Patients and providers report added travel, delays and payment backlogs for procedures including spinal epidurals.
NewsweekBrockovich AI Data Center Reporting counted 67 major facilities under construction, 33 operational sites and 39 proposed projects as of June 2026. Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania and Ohio account for the largest share of activity.
claimsjournal.comA three-judge panel of the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on June 18 reversed a district court ruling and permitted Ohio to require parental consent for children under 16 to access social media platforms.
The IndependentA federal appeals court on Thursday ordered restoration of Ohio's law requiring parental consent for children under 16 to use social media. The 2-1 ruling reverses a lower court block and allows enforcement to resume.
The GuardianThe governor stated the death penalty no longer deters murder and lacks moral justification. The announcement follows years of delayed executions and a de facto moratorium.
CBS SportsLJ Smith signed with Ohio State on Tuesday after reclassifying from the Class of 2027. The addition moved the Buckeyes to No. 24 in Version 18 of the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1.
nbcnews.comFederal agents searched the nonprofit’s offices and interviewed members statewide on June 11 as part of a fraud investigation. The group reported more than $10 million in 2024 revenue and has received funding from Democratic-aligned organizations.
indianexpress.comFederal agents searched the headquarters of a nonprofit voter mobilization organization in Ohio on June 11. The operation is part of a reported fraud investigation, with agents also questioning members across the state.
Washington ExaminerThe FBI searched the Cleveland office of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative on Thursday. Multiple Ohio Democrats criticized the action, which reportedly concerns alleged voter fraud.
nbcnews.comFederal agents searched the office of an Ohio voter-registration group and interviewed more than 125 employees and volunteers on Thursday as part of a voter-fraud investigation.
ABC NewsFederal agents searched the group's Cleveland-area office on June 11, 2026, and visited homes of affiliated individuals. The action is part of a Justice Department investigation into the nonprofit's voter registration work.
Nbc NewsFederal prosecutors filed a motion on May 26 asking a court to add conditions to the supervised release of a man convicted of planning an attack on an Ohio State University sorority. The proposed rules would require him to live more than two miles from any Ohio college and bar hi…
foxnews.comThe White House sent the nomination of Brian Johnson of Ohio to the Senate on June 10, 2026, to serve a five-year term as Director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. The move installs a permanent director at the agency that oversees consumer protections for mortgages…
forbes.comOpenAI is negotiating a lease for the largest data center campus ever proposed. The project would require dedicated power generation and new state regulations.
thesouthafrican.comOpenAI is in advanced talks to lease a proposed 10 gigawatt data center on federal land in Ohio, with potential financial backing from Nvidia.
nypost.comThe Bruins, ranked No. 9 in recruiting, are pursuing Brady Edmunds, a 6-foot-5, 220-pound quarterback committed to Ohio State since December 2024.
foxbusiness.comThe program will operate in Louisiana, Ohio, Indiana, and Texas. It will offer training aimed at workforce development across the selected states.
ocregister.comA four-star quarterback previously committed to Ohio State visited UCLA and received a recorded message from a former UCLA player. The recruit said the visit exceeded expectations and that he is now uncertain about his college choice.