HB 36 to add nitrogen hypoxia as form of death penalty
By Finn Smith | Apr. 15House Bill 36 is proposed legislation that would add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of the death penalty in Ohio.
POLITICS
Ohio protests against Trump administration draw 47,000 participants
By Drew Hoffmaster and Maggie Amacher | Apr. 8Ohio 50501 staged mass protests across Ohio against the Trump administration and executive overreach.
Trump crackdown on universities sparks free speech debates, legal limbo
By Lilia Santeramo | Apr. 8The Trump administration has been criticized for withholding funding from federal universities, revoking student visas based on political speech and discouraging DEI initiatives. As lawsuits move through the court system, current and former OU faculty weigh in on legal arguments.
Trump threatens funding cuts over ‘illegal’ university protests
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 4President Trump’s recent Truth Social post warns universities that “illegal protests” will lead to funding cuts, raising concerns about First Amendment rights.
Senate considers budget request, makes statement
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 3Student Senate’s General Body met Wednesday to discuss a controversial budget request and campus bigotry.
Federal hiring freeze affects student internships
By Zoe Weyand | Apr. 1Due to a 90-day hiring freeze enacted by President Trump, many OU students are scrambling to find an internship to replace their federal positions that have been revoked.
New candidates running for 3 open City Council seats
By Zoe Weyand | Apr. 1Along with City Council President Sam Crowl stepping down, three other city council members have decided not to run for reelection. Learn more about the candidates here.
Voters to decide on 0.3% income tax increase for city services
By Avery St. George | Apr. 1Athens residents will vote on a new tax reform, Issue 3. If passed, the levy would increase income taxes by 0.3% per year in the City of Athens.
Ohio Issue 2 supports local infrastructure
By Elizabeth Talaga | Apr. 1$2.5 million in general obligation bonds are on the ballot this May.
McCarey runs ‘Hope is Here’ campaign for Council president
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 1Centering his campaign around Athens’ hope for the future, current At-Large Council Member Micah McCarey is running unopposed and hopes to increase communication as council president.
Student Senate defines adviser's role, establishes standing committee
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 27Student Senate’s General Body met Wednesday to discuss the adviser's role, a new standing committee and new appointments. Robert Ross, the dean of libraries, gave a presentation on the University Libraries’ accomplishments, the resources available and future plans.
City Council talks special permit, utility easement
By Elizabeth Talaga | Mar. 26Athens City Council met in committees Monday evening.
Student Senate revises documents to improve transparency
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 25Student Senate’s operations run on Rules and Procedures, which dictate everything from the organization's committees to election guidelines. According to Student Senate’s President Dan Gordillo, the document has undergone massive reforms this year.
E.W. Scripps School of Journalism responds to AP’s ban from White House
By Finn Smith | Mar. 5, 2025Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism released a statement in support of the AP, calling this decision a violation of the First Amendment.
President Gonzalez addresses concerns over federal, state efforts to eliminate DEI initiatives
By Abby Waechter | Mar. 3, 2025Ohio Senate Bill 1 and recent federal directives prompt student protests as the university pledges commitment to inclusivity and awaits legislative outcomes.
Ohio Sen. DeMora introduces SB 38, some say frivolous
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 3, 2025Ohio District 25 Sen. William DeMora introduced Senate Bill 38 to the Ohio Senate, which aims to determine how liability will be determined for when someone digests food containing a substance that may cause injuries.
Student Senate discusses transportation, parking, Senate Bill 1
By Zoe Weyand | Feb. 27, 2025Student Senate met Wednesday to discuss transportation and parking at the university, pass resolutions for new Senate appointees and discuss actions related to Senate Bill 1.
Athens Justice Coalition launches Divest from Death campaign
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 27, 2025Students and Athens citizens took to College Green Wednesday afternoon to protest against the school’s investment into manufacturers and fossil fuel companies.
White House announces rotating media access for Trump coverage
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 27, 2025Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced who will determine who gets to cover Trump at a White House press briefing.
Gulf of America replaces Gulf of Mexico, Bobcats react
By Suzanne Piper | Feb. 25, 2025“The Gulf of America, what a beautiful name,“ Trump said. Apple Maps, Google Maps and Google Earth have officially erased the Gulf of Mexico and replaced it with the Gulf of America.
