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Columbus now has a contested race for mayor. City council president Shannon Hardin, tired of waiting his turn, wants to deny Mayor Andrew Ginther a fourth term.Politically speaking – the gloves are coming off.We're talking with Shannon Hardin about why now, his vision for the city, and whether this is really a good move for Columbus Democrats?In other political news, Columbus City Council is considering changes to they way they are election, a Republican caucus memo warns that the data center issue could derail congressional candidates like U.S. Senator Jon Husted?We'll discuss this and more on our Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Shannon Hardin, Columbus City Council President and candidate for mayor in 2027Mark Ferenchik, news director, WOSU Public MediaMegan Henry, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service

Cleanup efforts continue after violent storms blew across Ohio last week, prompting Gov. Mike DeWine to declare a state of emergency and to deploy the Ohio National Guard.The weather is said to have caused at least one person's death.The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down on Columbus' south side on Tuesday, yet no sirens or warnings alerted residents. Why?DeWine delays executions set for January of 2027 after he leaves office.We're also talking about sports betting in Ohio. Why is prop betting still going strong despite a push to end it?What could a federal change mean for Head Start?It's all coming up on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal Ohio

Today is the deadline to replace a candidate on November's ballot. But, Ohio Congressman Max Miller, under intense pressure to resign, remains defiant. He says he's not dropping out despite allegations of abuse from his ex-wife.Congress launched an ethics investigation in the case, at Miller's request, while Ohio's other Republican senator, Jon Husted joined the chorus for Miller to go. It looks like voters may have the final say.Residents in one Pickaway County city take their case against data centers to the Ohio Supreme Court and win.Meanwhile, how are candidates navigating the thorny issue on the campaign trail: green-light all, press pause, or outright bans?In a new opinion piece, Republican candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy pledges free electricity and lower property taxes as part of his data center policy plan.We're discussing all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Servicephoto: Joe Maiorana/AP

Today is the deadline to replace a candidate on November's ballot. But, Ohio Congressman Max Miller, under intense pressure to resign, remains defiant. He says he's not dropping out despite allegations of abuse from his ex-wife.Congress launched an ethics investigation in the case, at Miller's request, while Ohio's other Republican senator, Jon Husted joined the chorus for Miller to go. It looks like voters may have the final say.Residents in one Pickaway County city take their case against data centers to the Ohio Supreme Court and win.Meanwhile, how are candidates navigating the thorny issue on the campaign trail: green-light all, press pause, or outright bans?In a new opinion piece, Republican candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy pledges free electricity and lower property taxes as part of his data center policy plan.We're discussing all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Servicephoto: Joe Maiorana/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.

Reporter Roundtable with Amelia Knisley and Steven Allen Adams. Kelly Allen, WV Center on Budget and Policy, weighs in TANF funding. WAJR's Mike Nolting explains a couple of strange stories out of Marion County. Plus, STEAM RELEASE!!

It looks like federal officials are moving one step closer to deporting Haitians in central Ohio who no longer have temporary protected status.Action from ICE officials over the weekend contrasts with comments Gov. Mike DeWine made just days ago.Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton put out her first TV ad, months and many ads after her Republican challenger Vivek Ramaswamy.Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno doesn't want voters to forget the COVID years, using a profanity-laced cross-examination of Dr. Anthony Fauci.A longshot effort by a Democratic representative could let 16 and 17 year-old Ohioans vote.We're talking about all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJeremy Pelzer, chief political reporter, Cleveland.com

It looks like federal officials are moving one step closer to deporting Haitians in central Ohio who no longer have temporary protected status.Action from ICE officials over the weekend contrasts with comments Gov. Mike DeWine made just days ago.Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton put out her first TV ad, months and many ads after her Republican challenger Vivek Ramaswamy.Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno doesn't want voters to forget the COVID years, using a profanity-laced cross-examination of Dr. Anthony Fauci.A longshot effort by a Democratic representative could let 16 and 17 year-old Ohioans vote.We're talking about all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJeremy Pelzer, chief political reporter, Cleveland.com

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.

First came fracking under Salt Fork State Park. Now the federal government moves to open up thousands of acres in Ohio's only national forest.The plan involves 2,800 acres in Wayne National Forest.Ohioans complain about rising property taxes – but what do efforts to cut or eliminate them look like?Two proposed bills would require K-12 students to learn about food literacy.And it turns out the controversial Flock automated license plate cameras are used by several state agencies.We'll discuss all this and more on our Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter with the Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJake Zuckerman, reporter with Signal Ohio (Studio)Laura Hancock, politics and policy reporter with Cleveland.com

First came fracking under Salt Fork State Park. Now the federal government moves to open up thousands of acres in Ohio's only national forest.The plan involves 2,800 acres in Wayne National Forest.Ohioans complain about rising property taxes – but what do efforts to cut or eliminate them look like?Two proposed bills would require K-12 students to learn about food literacy.And it turns out the controversial Flock automated license plate cameras are used by several state agencies.We'll discuss all this and more on our Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter with the Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJake Zuckerman, reporter with Signal Ohio (Studio)Laura Hancock, politics and policy reporter with Cleveland.com

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.

Health care is among the affordability issues on Ohioans' minds.Last week came news that the state saw the largest decline in Affordable Care Act enrollment in the country.Campaign donations and endorsements are rolling in for Ohio's two candidates for governor: GOP hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy got a $5 million check from trillionaire Elon Musk.Challenger Amy Acton notches her own historic haul as a Democrat.While in Washington, one Ohio senator seeks to punish Canada for the wildfire smoke that blew our way.And there's a move to make daylight savings time permanent.We're talking about all of these topic during a special Tuesday edition of the Weekly Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, Columbus Dispatch Andrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioSabrina Eaton, Washington bureau, Cleveland.com(photo: Rebecca Blackwell / AP)

Health care is among the affordability issues on Ohioans' minds.Last week came news that the state saw the largest decline in Affordable Care Act enrollment in the country.Campaign donations and endorsements are rolling in for Ohio's two candidates for governor: GOP hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy got a $5 million check from trillionaire Elon Musk.Challenger Amy Acton notches her own historic haul as a Democrat.While in Washington, one Ohio senator seeks to punish Canada for the wildfire smoke that blew our way.And there's a move to make daylight savings time permanent.We're talking about all of these topic during a special Tuesday edition of the Weekly Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, Columbus Dispatch Andrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioSabrina Eaton, Washington bureau, Cleveland.com(photo: Rebecca Blackwell / 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.

As wildfires burn across Canada, displacing residents and threatening public health, the smoke is also making its way over to the U.S. American politicians are demanding that Canada get those fires under control — or face economic retribution. Power & Politics hears from Ontario Minister of Natural Resources Mike Harris on those threats. Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump used a prime time speech to cast doubt on the U.S electoral system and outline a conspiracy ranging from Chinese interference to the deep state. P&P has a reality check on those claims and the Reporter Roundtable weighs in.

More bills become law with the stroke of Gov. DeWine's pen, including a conservative-backed idea called the "Success Sequence." It will now be taught to children starting in the 6th grade.Just what is it and why is there opposition?Listen up, drivers: If police pull you over for any reason, you must provide your name, address and date of birth, because under a new law you can't withhold personal information.Due to new digital safeguards, SNAP recipients will get new cards with electronic chips, and Medicaid home health workers must check in electronically.Survivors of sexual violence looking to move in order to stay safe can't break their leases under Ohio law. A bipartisan bill would change that.One million dollars in emergency state funds may be headed to Vinton County to help 16 siblings living in what authorities called deplorable conditions.It's the last call to claim unclaimed funds earmarked for the Cleveland Browns' new stadium complex.We're talking about all these major political topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauHaley BeMiller, Columbus DispatchNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Service

More bills become law with the stroke of Gov. DeWine's pen, including a conservative-backed idea called the "Success Sequence." It will now be taught to children starting in the 6th grade.Just what is it and why is there opposition?Listen up, drivers: If police pull you over for any reason, you must provide your name, address and date of birth, because under a new law you can't withhold personal information.Due to new digital safeguards, SNAP recipients will get new cards with electronic chips, and Medicaid home health workers must check in electronically.Survivors of sexual violence looking to move in order to stay safe can't break their leases under Ohio law. A bipartisan bill would change that.One million dollars in emergency state funds may be headed to Vinton County to help 16 siblings living in what authorities called deplorable conditions.It's the last call to claim unclaimed funds earmarked for the Cleveland Browns' new stadium complex.We're talking about all these major political topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauHaley BeMiller, Columbus DispatchNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Service

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.

Over shouts from environmental activists, an Ohio commission gives the go-ahead for several bidders to frack under thousands of acres of public lands.These areas include state parks, wildlife areas and a prison in leasing deals that bring millions into the state's coffers.Plus, a new law will speed up the state's oil and gas permitting process among other changes.Sen. Bernie Moreno wants to do what the Supreme Court didn't: restrict automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S.We check in on the governor's race.And how did Ohio observe America's 250th birthday?Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service(photo: Julia Grant / The Allegheny Front)

Over shouts from environmental activists, an Ohio commission gives the go-ahead for several bidders to frack under thousands of acres of public lands.These areas include state parks, wildlife areas and a prison in leasing deals that bring millions into the state's coffers.Plus, a new law will speed up the state's oil and gas permitting process among other changes.Sen. Bernie Moreno wants to do what the Supreme Court didn't: restrict automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S.We check in on the governor's race.And how did Ohio observe America's 250th birthday?Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service(photo: Julia Grant / The Allegheny Front)

What happens to the thousands of Haitian immigrants in Ohio and elsewhere after the Supreme Court gave the green light for immediate deportations?The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines in a case challenging the decision by former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to end temporary protected status for Haitian and Syrian nationals.Gov. Mike DeWine goes against his fellow Republicans by striking down a bill that would've forced mail-in voters to show photo ID.These topics and lots more are being discussed during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Kathryn Mobley, education and political reporter, WYSOJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal(photo: Luis Andres Henao / AP)

What happens to the thousands of Haitian immigrants in Ohio and elsewhere after the Supreme Court gave the green light for immediate deportations?The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines in a case challenging the decision by former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to end temporary protected status for Haitian and Syrian nationals.Gov. Mike DeWine goes against his fellow Republicans by striking down a bill that would've forced mail-in voters to show photo ID.These topics and lots more are being discussed during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Kathryn Mobley, education and political reporter, WYSOJo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Bischoff, politics and state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal(photo: 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.

After repeatedly postponing executions for the past seven years, Gov. Mike DeWine officially confirmed his change of heart on the death penalty.It's a policy he helped to write 45 years ago as a state lawmaker, but last week he said Ohio should abolish the death penalty and if lawmakers won't do it, then the voters should decide.We will talk about the issue on this week's reporter roundtable.Guests:Marty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comMorgan Trau, political reporter, News 5 Cleveland

After repeatedly postponing executions for the past seven years, Gov. Mike DeWine officially confirmed his change of heart on the death penalty.It's a policy he helped to write 45 years ago as a state lawmaker, but last week he said Ohio should abolish the death penalty and if lawmakers won't do it, then the voters should decide.We will talk about the issue on this week's reporter roundtable.Guests:Marty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comMorgan Trau, political reporter, News 5 Cleveland

As U.S. President Donald Trump makes fresh threats to terminate CUSMA, Prime Minister Mark Carney says it's 'no secret' the president is 'not the biggest fan' of CUSMA. The Globe and Mail Ottawa bureau chief Robert Fife, The Canadian Press deputy parliamentary bureau chief Mia Rabson and La Presse parliamentary bureau chief Joël-Denis Bellavance bring you inside the week's biggest political stories.

The FBI searched the Cleveland offices of Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a group that organizes political and voter engagement activities for left-leaning and progressive causes.Before Ohio lawmakers left for their summer recess, they made a big push to try to crack down on types of welfare fraud, with new restrictions on both Medicaid and SNAP benefits.However, their efforts to eliminate tax credits for data centers were hampered by a 40-year, 100% sales tax credit agreed to by then-Gov. John Kasich's administration during his second term. That tax break to Google, Amazon and Meta and other companies has cost the state an estimated $2.3 billion.We'll discuss this and more on the Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief of the Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter for Signal OhioMegan Henry, reporter for the Ohio Capital Journal(Photo: Samantha Hendrickson/AP)

The FBI searched the Cleveland offices of Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a group that organizes political and voter engagement activities for left-leaning and progressive causes.Before Ohio lawmakers left for their summer recess, they made a big push to try to crack down on types of welfare fraud, with new restrictions on both Medicaid and SNAP benefits.However, their efforts to eliminate tax credits for data centers were hampered by a 40-year, 100% sales tax credit agreed to by then-Gov. John Kasich's administration during his second term. That tax break to Google, Amazon and Meta and other companies has cost the state an estimated $2.3 billion.We'll discuss this and more on the Weekly Reporter Roundtable show.Guests:Karen Kasler, bureau chief of the Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter for Signal OhioMegan Henry, reporter for the Ohio Capital Journal(Photo: Samantha Hendrickson/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.

The on-again-off-again opening of the Canada-U.S. Gordie Howe bridge is off again as U.S. President Trump repeats threats to kill CUSMA. U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra says those threats are an 'opportunity' to 'make us an offer.' CBC's Catherine Cullen, The Canadian Press deputy parliamentary bureau chief Mia Rabson and La Presse parliamentary bureau chief Joël-Denis Bellavance bring you inside the week's biggest political stories.

An effort to abolish property taxes in Ohio runs out of time — for now. The group collecting signatures to put an amendment on the November ballot to eliminate property taxes in Ohio says it has fallen short of the number needed to qualify.How big a problem is fraud in Ohio? It depends on who you ask. Trump administration officials traveled to Columbus last week to say it's widespread and significant.For years, Ohio State has fought hard to limit the financial damage of the sex abuse committed by former OSU team doctor Richard Strauss. Last week, came word that the fight is nearing its end.We're talking about all of these topics on this week's reporter roundtable with guest host, WOSU Public Media's Director of Radio Mike Thompson.Guest Host:Mike Thompson, host of the Snollygoster podcast and Columbus on the RecordGuests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service

An effort to abolish property taxes in Ohio runs out of time — for now. The group collecting signatures to put an amendment on the November ballot to eliminate property taxes in Ohio says it has fallen short of the number needed to qualify.How big a problem is fraud in Ohio? It depends on who you ask. Trump administration officials traveled to Columbus last week to say it's widespread and significant.For years, Ohio State has fought hard to limit the financial damage of the sex abuse committed by former OSU team doctor Richard Strauss. Last week, came word that the fight is nearing its end.We're talking about all of these topics on this week's reporter roundtable with guest host, WOSU Public Media's Director of Radio Mike Thompson.Guest Host:Mike Thompson, host of the Snollygoster podcast and Columbus on the RecordGuests:Jo Ingles, senior reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauJessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service

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.

Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he's 'optimistic' about U.S. trade talks, after returning from a trip to Washington. He does admit that some 'turbulence' and uncertainty remain. That's while Canada unveils its long-awaited AI strategy. CBC's Aaron Wherry, The Canadian Press deputy parliamentary bureau chief Mia Rabson and La Presse parliamentary bureau chief Joël-Denis Bellavance bring you inside the biggest political stories.

SDPB reporters recap primary election night.

"Take the Dough, We Gotta Know" is the name of a bipartisan bill requiring more oversight into the controversial EdChoice voucher program. But will it go anywhere with mere days until summer recess?Ohio doesn't have enough oversight into EdChoice, the state-funded program giving families vouchers for their kids to go to private K-12 schools, according to two state lawmakers who say they want to change that.Senate Bill 443, introduced last Wednesday by Sen. Bill Blessing (R-Colerain Twp.) and Sen. Kent Smith (D-Euclid), would establish a dozen new accountability measures.Data centers in Ohio will no longer enjoy a key tax break at least for now.The pause, announced by Gov. Mike DeWine comes as lawmakers discuss the industry's future here.As resident anger over data centers builds and lost revenue from combined incentives tops $1 billion, which is far more than was previously known.A pastor turned Ohio lawmaker pushes a bill named for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The Ohio Supreme Court weighs in on a massive solar project in Madison County on land partially owned by Bill Gates.Calling all STEM students: the state has $26 million in college scholarships for you.We're digging into all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal Ohio

"Take the Dough, We Gotta Know" is the name of a bipartisan bill requiring more oversight into the controversial EdChoice voucher program. But will it go anywhere with mere days until summer recess?Ohio doesn't have enough oversight into EdChoice, the state-funded program giving families vouchers for their kids to go to private K-12 schools, according to two state lawmakers who say they want to change that.Senate Bill 443, introduced last Wednesday by Sen. Bill Blessing (R-Colerain Twp.) and Sen. Kent Smith (D-Euclid), would establish a dozen new accountability measures.Data centers in Ohio will no longer enjoy a key tax break at least for now.The pause, announced by Gov. Mike DeWine comes as lawmakers discuss the industry's future here.As resident anger over data centers builds and lost revenue from combined incentives tops $1 billion, which is far more than was previously known.A pastor turned Ohio lawmaker pushes a bill named for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.The Ohio Supreme Court weighs in on a massive solar project in Madison County on land partially owned by Bill Gates.Calling all STEM students: the state has $26 million in college scholarships for you.We're digging into all of these topics on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Sarah Donaldson, reporter, Ohio Public Radio Statehouse News BureauLaura Hancock, politics and policy reporter, Cleveland.comJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal Ohio

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.

Prime Minister Mark Carney makes the case for a new Canada-U.S. partnership while in New York. Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he is heading south for talks ahead of the upcoming CUSMA review, but says a date has not yet been set. CBC's Aaron Wherry, The Canadian Press deputy parliamentary bureau chief Mia Rabson and La Presse parliamentary bureau chief Joël-Denis Bellavance bring you inside the biggest political stories.

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID.So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November?Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don't arrive at the board of elections on time.A new prosecution team is tapped to retry two former First Energy executives after the first trial ended in a mistrial.Gov. Mike DeWine has more than 200 days left in his term and said at a recent press event that he's proudest of his efforts to help children.We're digging into all of these topics on a special Tuesday edition of the Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal

Ohio law already requires voters to show a valid photo ID.So why do Republican lawmakers think that language needs to be written into the state constitution by a voter-approved amendment this November?Speaking of voting, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose experienced first-hand what happens when absentee ballots don't arrive at the board of elections on time.A new prosecution team is tapped to retry two former First Energy executives after the first trial ended in a mistrial.Gov. Mike DeWine has more than 200 days left in his term and said at a recent press event that he's proudest of his efforts to help children.We're digging into all of these topics on a special Tuesday edition of the Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal

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 moves to tighten Medicaid measures amid concerns about possible fraud.Ohio Republicans say, "What took so long"? Democrats say, "Where's the proof to back up these allegations"?Meanwhile, the Trump administration tells states to combat fraud or lose Medicaid funding.School vouchers are back in the news as an appeals court weighs their constitutionality.It's an issue that's awash in politics and conflicting ideas about the future of public education, raising questions about the concept of choice and who should get billions in taxpayer money.Mark your calendars for Aug. 7: that's when the back-to-school sales tax weekend begins. Gone is the extended holiday, and we'll tell you why.It's all part of this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Haley BeMiller, state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Service(photo: Allison Robbert / AP)

Gov. Mike DeWine moves to tighten Medicaid measures amid concerns about possible fraud.Ohio Republicans say, "What took so long"? Democrats say, "Where's the proof to back up these allegations"?Meanwhile, the Trump administration tells states to combat fraud or lose Medicaid funding.School vouchers are back in the news as an appeals court weighs their constitutionality.It's an issue that's awash in politics and conflicting ideas about the future of public education, raising questions about the concept of choice and who should get billions in taxpayer money.Mark your calendars for Aug. 7: that's when the back-to-school sales tax weekend begins. Gone is the extended holiday, and we'll tell you why.It's all part of this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Haley BeMiller, state government reporter, The Columbus DispatchAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioNoah Blundo, executive editor, Hannah News Service(photo: Allison Robbert / 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.

Ohio's primary voters have had their say, and now we move on to November's general election.The governor's race between Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton promises to be historic, expensive....and contentious.We'll have the rundown of statewide and congressional candidates squaring off in the fall. Bottom line: No big surprises.Attorney General Dave Yost calls it quits, setting up the potential for some musical chairs at the statehouse.And voters in Pickerington say no to a levy ask, leaving school leaders to grapple with stark financial realities.We're discussing all of these topics during this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Jessie Balmert, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchAndrew Tobias, state government and politics reporter, Signal OhioSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal(photo: Carolyn Kaster and 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.

The U.S. Supreme Court last week took on two issues that will directly affect Ohioans.One involves the future of Haitians in Ohio with temporary protected status.The other weakens the decades-old Voting Rights Act, a law intended to ensure more racially-balanced voting districts.The Ohio Supreme Court says AEP Ohio customers won't get any money back after paying millions to support two aging coal plants.Have you voted yet? Tomorrow is Election Day and it's your chance to select the candidates who will face off in November. Polls open at 6:30 a.m.Controversial Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. comes to Cleveland on Thursday.We're discussing all of it on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Kathryn Mobley, education and politics reporter, WYSOJeremy Pelzer, chief politics reporter, Cleveland.comMarty Schladen, reporter, Ohio Capital JournalShane Stegmiller, reporter, Hannah News Service(photo: Luis Andres Henao / AP)

Columbus and Franklin County offer up big bucks to bring a National Women's Soccer League team to town, but not everyone is happy with the deal.What did we learn from the final report on Ted Carter's hasty departure from Ohio State University?Ohio's nursing homes are increasingly discharging patients to homeless shelters. Why is that?A primary election is days away. Early voting continues as campaign ads and rhetoric heat up. Polling shows key races are close and votes cast for one Republican longshot candidate for governor won't count.Plus, the push to abolish property taxes: where things stand as opponents join forces.We're talking about all of these key issues on this week's Reporter Roundtable.Guests:Mark Ferenchik, news director, WOSU Public MediaHaley BeMiller, state government and politics reporter, The Columbus DispatchJake Zuckerman, reporter, Signal OhioSusan Tebben, reporter, Ohio Capital Journal