Ohio Statehouse

A prominent national historian and author thinks there are signs that the political divisiveness that's entrenched government right now could be lessening in the future.

Doris Kearns Goodwin discussed her new book, "Leadership In Turbulent Times," as the kickoff of a new lecture series at the Statehouse.

The date for Gov. Mike DeWine’s State of the State address is official, and he’ll be bringing the address back to the capitol.

The Ohio House has passed a bill, SB 51, full of projects the lawmakers wanted approved before the end of the year. The so-called “Christmas Tree” bill includes millions of dollars for different repairs and developments, including at the Statehouse itself.

Gov.-elect Mike DeWine is giving a few hints about his inauguration next month.

DeWine first wanted to run for governor nearly three decades ago. So he’s had a long time to think about what he wants.

For the first time, Ohio’s two constitutions are on display at the Statehouse, in an exhibit opened on the eve of the original constitution’s signing 216 years ago.

An internal review of Ohio Statehouse security found no unprofessional conduct or bias during interactions with an African-American state lawmaker who was trying to enter the building. But she says the report glosses over the bigger issue.

Thousands of union workers and retirees flocked to the Statehouse from around the country. They’re rallying in Columbus for a fix to what they see as a national pension crisis – the day before a field hearing by a Congressional committee examining the issue.

The labor groups say, without a change, their funds will dry up.

Protests against the Trump administration’s immigration policies continue around the Ohio Statehouse. While the state doesn’t dictate that policy, activists say it has a lot to lose from it.