The 15-month-long conflict between Israel and Hamas has come to an end as a ceasefire and hostage deal has been reached. The nations are in agreement to steadily release hostages and withdraw troops. Many voice their excitement while acknowledging there is still work to be done.
Trump’s executive order pausing enforcement of a law banning TikTok from the U.S. keeps the app active but does not establish a permanent solution.
The signing of this bill has also raised concerns about the rights of media organizations and some groups are worried about the future of public records laws in Ohio.
Donald Trump has officially been sworn back into the office of presidency for a second term Monday.
If Trump increases tariffs, as planned, businesses will pay for imported goods and consumer costs will increase
As President-elect Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated Jan. 20, some reproductive justice advocates and students in Ohio are concerned about the possibility of future restrictions on reproductive health care and abortion.
Athens City Council passes ordinance to put general city income tax on Primary ballot, community members push back in light of recent misappropriation of funds. The council meeting extended to almost two hours, with disagreements over a .3% increase.
Ohio House Bill 475 was proposed in April and seeks to prohibit state funds from being used to assist in people’s access to abortion.
Political campaigns are required to keep track of all contributions and expenses during the election and this information must be made public record to ensure fairness.
Gov. Mike Dewine signed Ohio Senate Bill 104 into law, concerning Ohio University students. The bill updated Ohio’s College Credit Plus program to increase awareness of the program and allowed for seventh to 12th grade students to enroll.
With just under two months left until Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president of the U.S., students and locals are preparing for uncertainty.
Senate held a town hall Wednesday evening with updates from the Dean of Students, Athens Fire Department, Ohio University Housing and Residence Life, Senate Appropriations Committee and Senate President Dan Gordillo.
Charlie Adkins, the Incumbent County Commissioner of Athens retained his office and beat Independent candidate Jon Rose, winning by 63.6%.
Bernie Moreno wins Senate race, defeating Incumbent Sherrod Brown.
Although Athens County favored Micah McCarey for state representative for the 95th district, Republican candidate Don Jones won the district overall.
Issue 1, banning gerrymandering and holding more redistricting accountability, did not pass in Ohio despite bipartisan support.
Levy 17 passes in Athens County, supporting library services needing funding after cuts
Athens County’s levies 19, 20, 21 and 22, support medical treatment and vehicles, senior citizen facilities and children’s services, passed for renewal.
Issue 23 was left off paper ballots, affecting 90 voters who already cast their ballots.
The Ohio State Report Card releases, placing Federal Hocking Local at the bottom of Athens’ school districts. The district’s new superintendent, Jason Spencer, wants to do something about it.
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