Ohio Dep. of Health orders additional flu vaccine
Restrictions lifted; H1N1 vaccine available to all Ohioans
Medicare Open Enrollment Period Deadline December 31 for 2010 Coverage OSHIIP helping beneficiaries understand options and enroll, coverage begins January 1
Troopers net 3 kilos of heroin valued at $1.2 million
Patrol statistics show heroin seizures up significantly so far in 2009
Crashes and felony arrests up this Thanksgiving Holiday; OVI arrests decrease During the holiday reporting period, troopers arrested 20 people for felonies, as compared to 17 last year.
Patrol troopers stop suicidal man from taking his own life The man was holding a loaded .38 revolver and talking on his cell phone to a Conneaut Police Department dispatcher.
Convicted Child Sex Offender on the Run
Butcher is described as a white male, 5-feet 7–inches in height, weighing 150 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
Emergency Rule Adopted to Implement Health Insurance Open Enrollment Program New state reform measure estimated to cover 52,000 more Ohioans
Ohio's Traditional Flu Season Just Around the Corner H1N1 virus not the only flu expected to circulate this year
Patrol’s statistical recap shows areas where most illegal weapon arrests take place Troopers made 447 illegal weapon arrests statewide from January 2008 through August 2009.
Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fee Increases to Take Effect October 1 Increases Part of House Bill 2, Support Ohio State Highway Patrol
Troopers honored for life-saving actions They found the driver of the vehicle pinned beneath the roof of the car and struggling to breathe.
Patt-McDaniel, Shanahan Announce Second ARRA State Energy Program Opportunity $10 Million in Recovery Act Industry Efficiency Resources Mobilized in Ohio
Coastweeks Clean-Ups Improve Waterway Health, Beautify Erie Shore International Coastal Clean-Up Day September 19
Raccoon-Rabies Vaccination Baiting Slated for Sept. 6 to 25 Baits will be distributed by various methods, including fixed-wing aircraft, helicopter and LHD staff in vehicles.
Cordray: Merrill Lynch Settlement Finalized The settlement, in connection with a class action lawsuit, became final on August 4, 2009.
Governor Strickland Announces Health Information Technology Efforts to Help Reduce Health Care Costs, Improve Quality of Care A public forum will be held from 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Friday, September 25, at the Riffe Studio One Theatre, 77 S. High Street, 4th floor.
Cordray Announces Largest Health Care Fraud Settlement in History The case resolves allegations of health care fraud and violations of federal law.
ODH Records 2009's First Human Case of West Nile Virus The number of WNV-positive mosquito pools in the State of Ohio nearly doubled in the past week to 97
Task Force Cracks Mortgage Fraud Case Involving 453 Homes Gofman's enterprise began with seed money from an investor who transferred funds from a bank account in Latvia.
Department of Transportation's Single Largest Stimulus Investment Ready for Construction Update on Ohio's Transportation Stimulus Investments
Patrol seizes nearly 6 kilos of cocaine, valued at more than $850,000 in Lucas County traffic stop A probable cause search revealed 5.7 kilos of cocaine.
Plan Ahead – Designate a Sober Driver – Cops are Cracking Down More Than 900 Safety Partners Participating in Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest. Crackdown in Ohio
Troopers make more than 15 drug arrests each day this year In 2008, the Patrol seized more than 5.2 million grams of illegal narcotics worth an estimated $47 million.
Ohio establishments sued for smoking ban violations The suits were brought against these establishments because of their repeated and extensive violations
over the last two years.
Ohio to Receive $1.2 Million in Federal Stimulus Funds for Grid Emergency Preparedness "Maintaining a consistent and effective energy supply is important for the safety of Ohio's businesses and residents."
Governor Strickland Announces State of Ohio Realized Medicaid Savings of Nearly $800 Million in Fiscal Year 2009 These cost containment strategies enabled the state to end fiscal year 2009 under Medicaid spending targets while experiencing record caseload increases for 19 months.
Department of Transportation Snow Plows Receive State's First Green Fleets Status Over the past eight months, nearly half of the dump trucks and snow plows ODOT uses for combating ice and snow have become "Green Fleets" certified.
Public’s assistance sought for walk-away patient from Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare System
Cummings was committed to the behavioral center by a court order for not guilty by reason of insanity for burglary and breaking and entering charges.
ODPS Announces American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Grants for Criminal Justice and Public Safety Programs $33.8 million in ARRA funds aiding law enforcement, local governments, victim service providers
New Ohio BMV service available. Suspension Reinstatement Fees Payable Online
Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Five New Counties Since Emerald Ash Borer was first discovered in Ohio in 2003, the department has placed 50 counties under quarantine.
Patrol seizes 150 pounds of marijuana, valued at more than $340,000, in Preble County traffic stop The suspect was incarcerated in the Preble County Jail. If convicted, he could face up to nine years in prison and a $17,500 fine.
New Ohio Driver License and Indentification Cards in Circulation Statewide With the implementation of the new equipment statewide, customers, law enforcement, grocers and others will begin to see the new licenses and IDs in wide circulation.
Cordray Begins Review of Human Trafficking Issue Attorney General convenes inaugural Trafficking in Persons Study Commission Meeting
Governor Strickland Signs Midwest Agreement to Promote Regional Passenger Rail and Ohio's 3C Corridor Ohio's 3C Corridor will connect Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati as part of President Barack Obama's nationally-prioritized Chicago Hub Network
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Issues American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Loans to Seven Communities Ohio EPA, working with funding provided through U.S. EPA, awarded $19.3 million to 11 villages, counties and cities to refinance already approved projects.
Patrol seeks public assistance in locating escaped suspect
Berard, a black male, is 5 foot 8 inches tall and weighs 162 pounds.
Ohio awarded a more than $10 million grant for substance abuse prevention Multi-year program to be delivered by Ohio Dept. of Alcohol & Drug
Addiction Services
Lower Natural Gas Prices May Mean Good News for Ohio Consumers Next Winter Natural gas prices are at a five-year low.
Ohio Reports on Recent Drug Trends: Cocaine and Meth Use Down, Prescription Drug Use Up, Heroin Use High but Unchanged
Before You "Cash Your Clunker," Watch for Scams "Scammers often try to piggyback on new programs or trends, and this is no exception"
Governor Strickland Announces Advisory Group of Former Ohio Lottery Directors to Assist with VLT Implementation The advisory group will be led by Thomas Chema, former lottery director under Governor Dick Celeste and the current president of Hiram College.
STATE OF OHIO TO RECEIVE $9.8 MILLION IN FEDERAL PANDEMIC FLU FUNDING Money will assist state and local health departments continue preparedness efforts for H1N1
Cordray Awards Stimulus Funding to Ohio Victim Service Programs Total of $1.2 million distributed to 29 programs throughout the state
Patrol seizes 5 kilos of cocaine, valued at $750,000, in Lucas County traffic stop
Two women from Lorain, Ohio, are facing felony drug charges.
Patrol reports safest July 4th Holiday in 11 years Last year 15 people were killed on Ohio roadways during the same reporting period.
Cordray Sues New York Coin Dealer for Defrauding Ohioan Ohio takes action in conjunction with national consumer scam sweep
Patt-McDaniel Announces Workshop Targeting Home-Based Businesses for Women The workshop will feature professional women who will discuss best practices in the areas of marketing, accounting, banking, legal, insurance, certification, procurement, and technology.
State Fire Marshal Urges Ohioans to Attend Public Fireworks Exhibitions, Encourages Safety When Using Legal Fireworks
The only types of fireworks that can be legally purchased and discharged in Ohio are trick and novelty devices.
Energy Secretary Chu Announces Recovery Act Funds Available for Ohio's Home Weatherization Assistance Program The funds will be used to increase the energy efficiency of homes owned or occupied by low-income Ohioans, reduce household energy expenditures, and improve occupants' health and safety.
New Law Enforcement Partnership Provides Continued Service With Cost Savings The new arrangement eliminates the need for an additional physical facility
Governor Strickland Signs Senate Bill 73 Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland on Monday signed Senate Bill 73
Department of Transportation: Work Begins on Ohio's First Stimulus-Funded Project The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) marked the start of the project near downtown Cleveland
Health Insurance Information Available to Ohioans Who Have Lost Coverage Insurance Department launches on-line toolkit, representatives available to answer questions
Grants Awarded to Enhance Access, Habitat, Tourism Along Lake Erie This year, Coastal Management Assistance Grants will provide $359,168 to enhance Lake Erie communities and resources
Jobs Coming as Ohio Department of Transportation Awards Contracts By the end of December, ODOT expects to invest a total of $1.9 billion in transportation construction.
State Settles Lawsuit With Gas Station Owner Englefield Oil to pay $161,550 penalty and perform corrective actions in Waldo
Patrol goes green by equipping fleet with solar panels to save fuel and extend vehicle battery life
Troopers will now be able to have the cruiser off when sitting in stationary patrol.
Patrol encourages drivers to think before getting behind the wheel impaired this Memorial Day weekend Last Memorial Day holiday, five of the 11 people killed on Ohio roadways were involved in alcohol-related crashes.
“Operation False Charity” Targets Fraudulent Charitable Solicitors Nationwide, a total of 76 state and federal enforcement actions are being announced as part of Operation False Charity
Department of Public Safety Joins National Mobilization for Seat Belt Safety More than 900 law enforcement partners around the state, including the Ohio State Highway Patrol, will be aggressively enforcing the law during the mobilization, which runs May 18 through the 31st.
State Board of Education Passes Resolution Supporting Education Reform Urges General Assembly to Include Flexibility for School Districts in Final Plan
Cordray Files Objection to Chrysler Sale Ohio Attorney General seeks to protect state's self-insured guaranty fund
Ohio State team creates new company based on university invention MRI-compatible treadmill offers best images yet of heart after exercise
Columbus Woman Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Conspiracy During her plea hearing, Parenteau admitted that, from 2003 through 2008, she and others sought and obtained millions of dollars in loans from various financial institutions, by falsely misrepresenting her income and assets, as well as the income and assets of others involved in the scheme.
Ohio Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Charges Timothy Lantz, 57, of Columbus, Ohio, pleaded guilty today in Columbus to one count of transportation of child pornography and one count of failing to update his sex offender registration.
Ohio Department of Health Establishes Swine Flu Information Line Ohio continues to report one case of swine flu out of Lorain County and is working with partners to confirm any other possible cases.
Ohio Unemployment Rates for March 2009 Unemployment rates released by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Ohio Again Leads the Nation with 249 Tree City USA Communities
Program encourages citizens to be involved in urban tree care and planting programs
Governor Strickland Establishes Ohio Minority Business Advisory Council Ohio Governor Ted Strickland signed an executive order on April 8 that maintains the state's commitment to minority business success in Ohio.
Ohio Chefs Encouraged to Get Best Recipes Ready Ohio egg industry to sponsor culinary contests at 2009 Ohio State Fair
Cordray Warns Messages Aren’t as “Friendly” as They Appear in E-mail Scam Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray is warning Ohioans about a new scam in which the scammer assumes the name and e-mail address of one of the victim’s real friends to make a message appear legitimate.
State invests $1.9 billion in construction projects in every region of the state
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is officially kicking off its 2009 Construction Season.
The State Library of Ohio Board awarded fifteen federally funded Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants totaling $220,447. ...A special training grant for job and career workshops, awarded to Stark County District Libraries, will be used to conduct workshops for librarians to improve job and career assistance for library patrons.
Cordray Focuses on Domestic Violence Underreporting Ohio salons designated neighborhood safe places for victims; new statistics made available
ODOT’s Orange Lights Illuminate Work Zone Safety
ODOT honors fallen highway workers. In 2008, there were 5,197 crashes in work zones along Ohio’s highways. 15 people lost their lives. 1,780 others were injured.
Investigation of Multi-Million Dollar Apartment Complex Mortgage Fraud Leads to Indictments and Arrests
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray’s Ohio Organized Crime Investigations Commission announced today the indictments and arrests of two men alleged to have perpetrated one of the largest mortgage fraud schemes ever in Franklin County.
April 1, 2009 – Governor Strickland Signs Transportation Budget Bill Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed House Bill 2, the biennial transportation budget for fiscal years 2010-2011.
Coastweeks Will Honor Ohio's Valuable Coastal Resources
Ohio is preparing for its annual celebration of Lake Erie's diverse coastal region and the cultural and economic resources that contribute to the quality of life and vitality of the region.
Ohio Statehouse Joins Energy Star
William E. Carleton, Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) Executive Director, announced that the Ohio Statehouse has joined thousands of other organizations and businesses across the country in recognizing thoughtful energy management through Energy Star. This joint program with the U.S. Environmental and Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will help the Statehouse save money while protecting the environment.
Five Patrol employees honored for rescue of two-year-old kidnapping victim Troopers honored after the rescue of a kidnapping victim.
CELLS GET TWO CHANCES, NOT JUST ONE, TO FIX THEIR MISTAKES
Cells have two chances to fix the same mistake in their protein-making process instead of just one – a so-called proofreading step – that had previously been identified, according to new research.
Wildfire Season Precautions Urged
Ohioans are urged to be aware of the state's outdoor burning regulations and take necessary precautions if they are planning to burn debris, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry.
Ohio National Guard Receives $8.5 Million in Federal Stimulus Funds to Upgrade Facilities
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced this week that as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the Ohio National Guard will receive more than $8.5 million for capital improvements to its facilities across the state.
Cincinnati woman arrested for Illegal Drug Conveyance at Warren Correctional Institution
Sarah Waynick, 28, was charged with attempting to convey drugs onto the grounds of a detention facility
Dayton woman arrested for Illegal Drug Conveyance at Lebanon Correctional Institution
Troopers charged Mary A. Fugate, 69, with attempting to convey drugs onto the grounds of a detention facility
Ohioans Advised to Prepare for Flooding
From the Ohio Department of Insurance
Three State Park Employees Honored for Lifesaving Actions
From the Ohio Department of Natural Resources
