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Ohio State University is fielding hundreds of calls to remove Les Wexner's name from campus buildings, amid growing anger over his ties to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.A new term, WEXIT, has been coined by groups pushing for removal. Meanwhile, Gov. Mike DeWine defends keeping Wexner's name.Meanwhile, Democratic members of Congress who traveled to New Albany last week to depose Wexner said they found Wexner's denial of knowing about Epstein's criminal conduct hard to believe.In other news, a judge has removed the chairman of the state's second-largest pension for violating his fiduciary duties.We'll talk about what we're learning from the First Energy trial.It's all coming up during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal OhioIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.

Ohio State University is fielding hundreds of calls to remove Les Wexner's name from campus buildings, amid growing anger over his ties to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.A new term, WEXIT, has been coined by groups pushing for removal. Meanwhile, Gov. Mike DeWine defends keeping Wexner's name.Meanwhile, Democratic members of Congress who traveled to New Albany last week to depose Wexner said they found Wexner's denial of knowing about Epstein's criminal conduct hard to believe.In other news, a judge has removed the chairman of the state's second-largest pension for violating his fiduciary duties.We'll talk about what we're learning from the First Energy trial.It's all coming up during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal OhioIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Jeffrey Epstein once lived in New Albany, forging strong personal and financial ties to Ohio billionaire Les Wexner, as well as connections to others in the state.Wexner, named in the Epstein files as a potential “co-conspirator,” is set to be deposed at his home Wednesday by members of Congress. That's in place of testifying in Washington.Meanwhile, several statewide and local politicians, both Republicans and Democrats, have received campaign contributions over the years from Wexner and his wife.Should they keep the money or return it? What's the political calculus?State lawmakers are back at work and are considering a mix of new and unfinished legislation.We're talking about all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchMorgan Trau, Columbus bureau reporter, NEWS 5 ClevelandIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Jay LaPrete / AP)

Jeffrey Epstein once lived in New Albany, forging strong personal and financial ties to Ohio billionaire Les Wexner, as well as connections to others in the state.Wexner, named in the Epstein files as a potential “co-conspirator,” is set to be deposed at his home Wednesday by members of Congress. That's in place of testifying in Washington.Meanwhile, several statewide and local politicians, both Republicans and Democrats, have received campaign contributions over the years from Wexner and his wife.Should they keep the money or return it? What's the political calculus?State lawmakers are back at work and are considering a mix of new and unfinished legislation.We're talking about all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:George Shillcock, reporter, WOSU Public MediaJessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchMorgan Trau, Columbus bureau reporter, NEWS 5 ClevelandIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Jay LaPrete / AP)

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Millions of dollars from recreational marijuana sales are finally flowing into communities all around Ohio.For some small towns, it's a much-needed windfall, while other communities continue to keep dispensaries out.An effort to repeal a new intoxicating hemp law clears an early hurdle, as opponents include some in the cannabis industry.On the legislative front: two lawmakers want to prevent high school athletes from receiving NIL deals.Disrupting a church service in Ohio could become a felony if two Republicans have their way.Candidates for the Ohio Supreme Court, Congress, governor and more officially file to run.We're talking about all these hot topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation, you can request an alternative format.(Photo Credit: Jim Mone / AP)

Millions of dollars from recreational marijuana sales are finally flowing into communities all around Ohio.For some small towns, it's a much-needed windfall, while other communities continue to keep dispensaries out.An effort to repeal a new intoxicating hemp law clears an early hurdle, as opponents include some in the cannabis industry.On the legislative front: two lawmakers want to prevent high school athletes from receiving NIL deals.Disrupting a church service in Ohio could become a felony if two Republicans have their way.Candidates for the Ohio Supreme Court, Congress, governor and more officially file to run.We're talking about all these hot topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation, you can request an alternative format.(Photo Credit: Jim Mone / AP)

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

In Springfield, home to a sizable Haitian population, officials are urging federal ICE agents to forgo masks and carry ID.

Tuesday is when thousands of Haitians in Ohio and nationwide are expected to lose their legal status to live and work in the U.S.Gov. Mike DeWine last week said to prepare for a possible ICE surge in Springfield, heightening concerns following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.In Springfield, home to a sizable Haitian population, officials are urging federal ICE agents to forgo masks and carry ID.How is Ohio working through federal changes to food assistance, childcare, and the loss of Affordable Care Act extensions?One in five people in Ohio have dropped insurance so far. Will a new rural health fund help?Candidates for state office are racing to meet Wednesday's filing deadline. Can Democrats finally break Republican rule in Ohio?We're talking about all these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief, Ohio Public Record Statehouse NewsShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News ServiceSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo Credit: Luis Andres Henao/AP)

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

We're getting into a plethora of topics involving Ohio politics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.

In a special weather-related Roundtable, we'll talk about how the cleanup is going, and get an update from ODOT, the city, and NBC4 meteorologist Ben Gelber. Plus, reporters discuss the ICE-involved fatal shooting in Minneapolis and bring you the Ohio reaction.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

An effort to repeal a new cannabis law hits a snag and heads back to the drawing board. The deputy director of ICE resigns to run for Congress in Ohio. We discuss this and more on the Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.

An effort to repeal a new cannabis law hits a snag and heads back to the drawing board. The deputy director of ICE resigns to run for Congress in Ohio. We discuss this and more on the Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Gov. Mike DeWine ended months of speculation, officially endorsing Vivek Ramaswamy as his Republican successor.

Gov. Mike DeWine ended months of speculation, officially endorsing Vivek Ramaswamy as his Republican successor.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

On our first reporter roundtable of the year, we get Ohio lawmakers' reactions to the U.S. military action over the weekend in Venezuela and look ahead at Ohio's legislative priorities for the new year.

On our first reporter roundtable of the year, we get Ohio lawmakers' reactions to the U.S. military action over the weekend in Venezuela and look ahead at Ohio's legislative priorities for the new year.

On this end-of-year episode of The Codcast, CommonWealth Beacon editor Laura Colarusso sits down with reporters Jennifer Smith, Chris Lisinski, Jordan Wolman, and Hallie Claflin to discuss their 2025 storylines and what they each plan to cover in the new year.

Each week we bring you the news that made headlines, but this Friday we're taking a look back at the year's biggest stories.Our journalist panel today: Clark Corbin with the Idaho Capital Sun James Dawson with Boise State Public Radio News Kevin Richert, Senior Reporter and Blogger with Idaho Education News

As we come to the end of 2025, we discuss the accomplishments achieved by Ohio lawmakers this year.

As we come to the end of 2025, we discuss the accomplishments achieved by Ohio lawmakers this year.

Host David Cochrane and the Reporter Roundtable panel reflect on events of 2025 from the federal election to Trump's trade war.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

A recent statewide measure reverses some of the rights Ohio voters approved when it comes to recreational marijuana.

A recent statewide measure reverses some of the rights Ohio voters approved when it comes to recreational marijuana.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Gov. Mike DeWine was asked last month if he had concerns about Senate Bill 50, which would extend the hours those teens could work from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the school year. At the time, he wouldn't preview what action he would take on the bill.

This week WAMU will be taking a region-wide look at critical issues surrounding data centers, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser will be our guest on The Politics Hour, and a guide to top ice skating spots this winter.

Gov. Mike DeWine was asked last month if he had concerns about Senate Bill 50, which would extend the hours those teens could work from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the school year. At the time, he wouldn't preview what action he would take on the bill.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Gov. Mike DeWine now says he regrets legalizing sports betting in Ohio.

Gov. Mike DeWine now says he regrets legalizing sports betting in Ohio.

Some of the bills will head to Gov. DeWine's desk, while others need more work.

Some of the bills will head to Gov. DeWine's desk, while others need more work.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Along with reopening the government, Congress tucked a hemp ban into the bill, which could complicate Ohio's efforts to regulate it, causing worry among local business owners in the process.

Along with reopening the government, Congress tucked a hemp ban into the bill, which could complicate Ohio's efforts to regulate it, causing worry among local business owners in the process.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

As lawmakers negotiate in Washington to end the government shutdown, it's still a wait-and-see situation for more than a million Ohioans waiting for food assistance.

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.

Alden Gonzalez, Jesse Rogers, Jorge Castillo and Buster take a look at the offseason and discuss what's next for the Dodgers, Cubs, Blue Jays, Yankees, Brewers, Padres, Phillies, Mets, and Tigers. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about the dynamic in Philadelphia between Dave Dombrowski and Bryce Harper, his top three sleep free agents, and if he would trade Tarik Skubal. Next, Todd Radom shares his reflections on the World Series, and if it's the best he's ever seen. Finally, Bleacher Tweets, and the annual playing of former MLB commissioner Bart Giamatti's “Green Fields of the Mind.” CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 0:00 Reporter Roundtable 36:59 Hembo 54:25 Todd Radom 1:03:01 Bleacher Tweets 1:09:02 "Green Fields of the Mind" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alden Gonzalez, Jesse Rogers, Jorge Castillo and Buster take a look at the offseason and discuss what's next for the Dodgers, Cubs, Blue Jays, Yankees, Brewers, Padres, Phillies, Mets, and Tigers. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about the dynamic in Philadelphia between Dave Dombrowski and Bryce Harper, his top three sleep free agents, and if he would trade Tarik Skubal. Next, Todd Radom shares his reflections on the World Series, and if it's the best he's ever seen. Finally, Bleacher Tweets, and the annual playing of former MLB commissioner Bart Giamatti's “Green Fields of the Mind.” CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 0:00 Reporter Roundtable 36:59 Hembo 54:25 Todd Radom 1:03:01 Bleacher Tweets 1:09:02 "Green Fields of the Mind" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The seven-member Ohio Redistricting Commission took a deal on a congressional map that legislative leaders brokered behind closed doors.

“Where is the map?” That's what advocates for redistricting reform, and others, are asking Ohio's state leaders. So far, there have been two blown deadlines and no congressional map.