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No rights warnings required to question intoxicated driver in police vehicle front seat
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
Placing a suspect in the front seat of a police cruiser during a traffic stop does not alone determine if the officer needs to read the suspect his rights before questioning, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled recently.
Date Published: August 8, 2017
The PUCO answers your questions about budget billing
Public Utility Commission of Ohio
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) would like to remind consumers that in addition to energy conservation and energy choice, budget billing is another way to manage your utility bills.
Date Published: August 8, 2017
Seven men from Cuyahoga County indicted for firearms offenses
The United States Department of Justice for the Northern District of Ohio
Seven men from Cuyahoga County were indicted on federal firearms charges, said Acting U.S. Attorney David Sierleja and Trevor Velinor, ATF Special Agent in Charge for the Columbus Field Division.
Date Published: August 8, 2017
Proposal would allow medical first responders to carry firearms
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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A Cincinnati emergency room physician has joined first responders from around the Buckeye State to back a proposed bill that would provide for firearms training for tactical medical professionals, who would be allowed to carry a firearm in a concealed manner while on duty.
Date Published: August 8, 2017
Two attorneys sanctioned for fee-related misconduct
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
The Ohio Supreme Court recently sanctioned two attorneys for fee-related misconduct and other violations of the rules governing Ohio attorneys.
Date Published: August 7, 2017
Do 529 plans and other savings affect need-based financial aid?
Ohio Tuition Trust
You contributed to your Ohio’s 529 Plan account for years, starting early to take advantage of the CollegeAdvantage 529 tax benefits as well as the power of compound interest. Now, your child is now finishing high school and wants to continue their education, whether at an accredited two-year, four-year, graduate or professional, or any other post-secondary schools that accepts federal financial aid.
Date Published: August 7, 2017
Federal grand jury indicts 16 in narcotics conspiracy
The United States Department of Justice for the Southern District of Ohio
A federal grand jury has charged sixteen individuals with charges related to distribution of fentanyl, maintaining drug-involved premises, firearms offenses and money laundering in a 45-count indictment filed here recently.
Date Published: August 7, 2017
5 health 'facts' that are actually myths
BrandPoint
(BPT) Get eight hours of sleep at night, eat your vegetables, and an apple a day keeps the doctor away - these are all common health sayings you've heard and probably believe to be true. While commonly told health myths may have some truth to them, there are some that don't hold up to further examination.
Date Published: August 7, 2017
Attorney who misappropriated $363,000 permanently disbarred
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
A Columbus personal-injury attorney was permanently disbarred by the Ohio Supreme Court recently for misappropriating more than $363,000 in settlements funds, mostly by not paying parties, other than her clients, who were entitled to portions of the settlement.
Date Published: August 4, 2017
OHFA announces 2017 Housing Tax Credit Program Recipients, awarding more than $25 million to create affordable housing options
Ohio Housing Finance Agency
At its July 19, 2017, meeting, the Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) Board announced the recipients of the 2017 Housing Tax Credit (HTC) program awards, used to fund the construction, acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable housing communities throughout Ohio. Over $27 million in federal housing tax credits was awarded to 33 developments to create 1,698 housing units serving families, seniors and individuals with disabilities:
Date Published: August 4, 2017
5 investment strategies that can outlast market spikes
BrandPoint
(BPT) You're familiar with the saying "If it seems too good to be true, it probably is"?
Date Published: August 4, 2017
Staying healthy while traveling overseas
BrandPoint
(BPT) Each year, travelers from the United States (U.S.) head to popular destinations. And while many have Zika on their mind while traveling, and are aware of the need to bring sunscreen, bug repellant and other travel necessities, many don't know that cholera may be a bigger threat than they thought and most don't take the necessary measures to protect themselves from it.
Date Published: August 4, 2017
Survey: More Americans see less media bias — but why?
Gene Policinski, First Amendment Center
First Amendment Center
Attention you so-called "enemies of the people" and alleged purveyors of biased reporting: There's reason to think fewer people than last year might see you that way, despite the ongoing, politicized attacks from multiple quarters on the news media's credibility.
Date Published: August 4, 2017
Applications now available for $3 million in Ohio law enforcement grants to address opioid epidemic
Ohio Attorney General's Office
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced recently the application process is now open for Ohio law enforcement teams to apply for $3 million in new state grant money that will replicate or expand Drug Abuse Response Teams (DARTs) and Quick Response Teams (QRTs) to address the opioid epidemic in Ohio.
Date Published: August 3, 2017
Simplify Your 529 Withdrawal Process
Ohio Tuition Trust
NOTE: This is the process for CollegeAdvantage Direct 529 Plan accounts only. The process is different for Guaranteed Plan accounts. Here is guidance for withdrawals from the Guaranteed Plan.
Date Published: August 3, 2017
Proposal designed to shore up Ohio's school workers' health care fund
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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The annual 3 percent cost of living adjustment guaranteed to Ohio's retired public school workers through the School Employees Retirement System, or SERS, is at stake if current law and funding remain unchanged, according to a northwest Ohio lawmaker.
Date Published: August 3, 2017
4 strategies to grow your finances in retirement
BrandPoint
(BPT) Retirement is the time in your life when you can throw off the shackles of your daily responsibilities and truly enjoy the fruits of everything you spent years working toward. It's an empowering feeling and you've earned it. You've planned and you've saved, but now that you're here, don't make the mistake of believing your financial planning is over.
Date Published: August 3, 2017
Presumed father not required to support birth mother to maintain right to contest adoption
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
The presumed father of a child born out of wedlock did not give up his right to contest the mother’s decision to place the child for adoption when he failed to provide the pregnant mother financial support, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled recently.
Date Published: August 2, 2017
Powell lawmaker pitches school-funding revamp
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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A Powell lawmaker has outlined an ambitious plan to fix the state’s method of funding public schools, which was deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of Ohio more than 20 years ago.
Date Published: August 2, 2017
NAWBO names Warnick national board chair
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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The National Association of Women Business Owners appointed Columbus businesswoman and entrepreneur Kathleen Warnick of Warnick Consultants to chair the national organization’s 2017-18 board of directors.
Date Published: August 2, 2017
Three companies and their executives pay $19.5 million to resolve false claims act allegations pertaining to rehabilitation therapy and hospice services
United States Department of Justice
(Washington, D.C.) Ohio based Foundations Health Solutions Inc. (FHS), Olympia Therapy Inc. (Olympia), and Tridia Hospice Care Inc. (Tridia), and their executives, Brian Colleran (Colleran) and Daniel Parker (Parker), have agreed to pay approximately $19.5 million to resolve allegations pertaining to the submission of false claims for medically unnecessary rehabilitation therapy and hospice services to Medicare, the Department of Justice announced recently.
Date Published: August 1, 2017
Secretary Husted releases new business filing figures for June 2017
Ohio Secretary of State
Three out of four Ohio businesses are now started using Ohio Business Central
Date Published: August 1, 2017
Following severe weather, Attorney General DeWine warns consumers to beware of scams
Ohio Attorney General's Office
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine recently warned consumers to beware of scams following the severe weather that hit Ohio this recently.
Date Published: August 1, 2017
Stalled bill seeks to license roofers
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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A measure that seeks to license commercial roofers just as commercial plumbers, HVAC specialists and electricians are licensed has made little progress in the Ohio House of Representatives committee to which it was referred May 1.
Date Published: August 1, 2017
More opportunities than ever for seniors looking for exercise
RICK ADAMCZAK, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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Baby boomers ushered in the fitness craze four decades ago - heck, Nike was started by boomer Phil Knight and fellow boomers Jane Fonda and Richard Simmons helped spark workout video popularity - so it's not surprising that staying physically active is a priority for retirees these days.
Date Published: August 1, 2017
