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Ohio is under a statewide heat advisory as temperatures soar into the mid-90s, with heat indices exceeding 100°F, prompting cooling centers to open in major cities. Meanwhile, Intel's $20 billion semiconductor facility near Columbus reports construction is ahead of schedule, with the first phase set to open in early 2026.
Political News
Governor Mike DeWine signed a $75 billion two-year budget that includes income tax cuts and increased education funding, while vetoing a controversial bill that would have restricted library materials. The legislature is debating a constitutional amendment to require voter approval for future gas tax increases, with a potential November ballot vote looming.
Election News
Ohio's U.S. Senate race is heating up as Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan considers a rematch against Republican J.D. Vance in what could be one of the most expensive midterm contests. A ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana has officially qualified for the November ballot after clearing legal challenges.
Legal News
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the state's six-week abortion ban but ruled that emergency medical exceptions must be clarified. In a separate case, a federal judge blocked enforcement of Ohio's new social media parental consent law, calling it "unconstitutionally vague."
Entertainment News
Cleveland's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announces its 2025 inductees, including Ohio native Dave Grohl and legendary funk band Ohio Players. Cincinnati's Bunbury Music Festival breaks attendance records with rs The Black Keys and Billie Eilish drawing crowds of 80,000+ to Sawyer Point.
Town
The Cincinnati Bengals open mandatory minicamp with Super Bowl aspirations after key offseason acquisitions. The Cleveland Guardians lead the AL Central at the season's midpoint, while Ohio State football lands the nation's #1 recruiting class for 2026.
Forecast
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Today: 96°F (Columbus), 94°F (Cleveland), heat advisory
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Tuesday: 97°F, isolated thunderstorms
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Wednesday: 93°F, humid
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Thursday: 91°F, partly cloudy
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Friday: 89°F, scattered showers
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Saturday: 87°F, breezy
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Sunday: 85°F, more comfortable
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From political battles to scorching temperatures, manufacturing milestones to town triumphs, Ohio continues to make news across the Buckeye State. Stay updated on the latest developments from Lake Erie to the Ohio River.
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