As 2025 comes to a close, Ohio's political leaders reflect on their accomplishments this year. In this Ohio Statehouse Scoop, the last one of 2025, Host Jo Ingles reports what lawmakers have or haven't done, especially when it comes to making property taxes more affordable for Ohioans. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about unfinished business from 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026. This is the last Ohio Statehouse Scoop in 2026. Podcasts will resume on January 12, 2025

In this special edition of The Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks with the leaders of the Ohio Democratic and Republican parties. Ohio Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde explains progress on efforts to rebuild the party. At the same time, Ohio Republican Party Chair Alex Triantafilou discusses how he is positioning his candidates for success next year. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about what made news in the Ohio Legislature last week. It's a longer-than-usual Ohio Statehouse Scoop, but one you won't want to miss.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says multi-agency crime fighting task forces have been effective in cracking down on violent crime in some areas of the state. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles wanted to find out how those task forces operate, so she, along with Ohio Statehouse News Bureau Multiple Media Journalist Dan Konik, rode along with crime fighters in action in Cincinnati to discover the unique strategies they are using. Also, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about the latest scoop with the Ohio Legislature. And it's the most wonderful time of the year at the Ohio Statehouse. We'll tell you why you might want to dash on down to the Statehouse to take in the sights and sounds of this holiday season.

Ohio's high school students have been given the green light to get money from Name, Image, and Likeness deals. In this episode of the Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles explains the vote by the Ohio High School Athletic Association to allow student athletes in grades 9-12 to take part in those deals, and how there's already a bill being proposed at the Statehouse to change that situation. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Reporter Sarah Donaldson and Bureau Chief Karen Kasler join Jo to talk about what Ohio lawmakers want to do by the end of this year. It's all this week in the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

After months of consideration, former Congressman Tim Ryan has announced he won't run in the Democratic primary for governor. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles spoke with Amy Acton, the Democrat already in that race. Jo reports on what lies ahead. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about all of the things that happened last week in the Ohio Legislature, including passing bills about income taxes and intoxicating hemp. Plus, Ohio is one step closer to having an official state candy. You can find all of that in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

In this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles reports on what's happening in Ohio since the federal shutdown, the longest in the nation's history, is finally over. Later, she is joined by Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson to talk about other things that are happening on Capitol Square in Columbus. It's all this week on The Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

As the federal shutdown enters its seventh week, many Ohioans are wondering where they'll get their next meal and whether they'll still have a job in the near future. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles reports on the issue at the center of the debate - healthcare. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about the recent election, recently passed legislation, and what we can expect from the Ohio Legislature in the coming weeks. You'll find all of this and more in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

The Ohio Redistricting Commission adopted a bipartisan congressional map last week, but some who voted for it are clear they consider it the best of bad options. In this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles reports on the fight behind Ohio's new map and how it is energizing another call for change in the redistricting process. Later, Ohio Public Media's Statehouse News Bureau Reporter Sarah Donaldson and Bureau Chief Karen Kasler weigh in on the controversial redistricting process and bring you the latest on fights over voting rights and hemp regulations. Plus, we'll talk about what Ohio is doing to provide food assistance to Ohioans affected by the federal government shutdown in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

  The Ohio Redistricting Commission met last week. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles reports there was disagreement over the parliamentary process to use for the meeting. And there still wasn’t a public map that the Republican supermajority could support. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join the discussion to talk about the future of redistricting as well as some important bills to change hemp laws and lower property taxes. And as the government shutdown continues, there are questions about whether Ohio food stamp recipients will be able to get those benefits after this Friday if an agreement isn’t reached. It’s all this week in the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

The Ohio Redistricting Commission is set to meet Tuesday, October 21. But Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles reports, at this point, there's not a Republican congressional map to debate. Later, Jo is joined by Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson to talk about redistricting, legislative and court battles over hemp products and NIL deals in high schools, bills meant to keep kids safe from social media dangers, and the latest fundraising for that big U.S. Senate race coming up next year. That's all this week on the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

You may have seen some big sales in recent days on some hemp products you can buy at gas stations, smoke shops, and holistic stores. That's because Gov. Mike DeWine is temporarily banning sales of those products this week. In this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles tells you what's happening with the governor's executive order on certain types of hemp. Reporter Sarah Donaldson joins Jo to explain what went into DeWine's decision. And redistricting.....well......it's still possible this month. We'll have details in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

Ohio's congressional redistricting process involves three attempts, with the first two aimed at creating a bipartisan map. But as Ohio Statehouse Scoop Jo Ingles reports, the first part of the process has now come and gone without agreement and without a map from Republicans who hold a super majority in the legislature. Later, the Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau's Sarah Donaldson and Bureau Chief Karen Kasler weigh in to talk about redistricting and last week's successful override of one of Gov. Mike DeWine's budget vetoes. Plus, Gov. Mike DeWine talks about how the federal government shutdown might affect Ohio. It's all in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

In this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles reports on how state lawmakers are handling the redistricting process. And she speaks to those who were instrumental in getting voters to pass it to see what they think. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson weigh in on redistricting, new jobs in Ohio, and discuss a new report on property taxes for education. It's all this week in the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

This harvest is going to be tough for many Ohio farmers. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles talks to some of them about their thoughts on weather woes, tariffs, and politics. In this week's roundtable, Ohio Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about the upcoming redistricting committee meetings and more. And it's game off for former Ohio State University Football Coach and current Lieutenant Gov. Jim Tressel. He's decided not to run for governor. We will tell you why in this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

Democrats in the Ohio Legislature rolled out a map for new Congressional districts. Ohio Senate Minority Leader Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood), Ohio House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati), and Map-maker Jerid Kurtz explain it. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles reports House Speaker Matt Huffman (R-Lima) isn't buying it. Democratic Rep. Phil Robinson (D-Solon) and U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno (R-OH) also offer their thoughts on the redistricting process. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson talk about where the fight over redistricting in Ohio goes from here.

Affordable housing is hard to come by in Ohio these days. On this episode of the Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks with Amy Riegel from the Ohio Coalition on Housing and Homelessness about the problem. Then Jo checks in with state lawmakers to hear what they’re actually doing about it. And later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter/producer Sarah Donaldson join Jo for a roundtable on where things stand now — and where they might be headed.

This week on the Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks to Rep. Beth Lear (R-Galena), a Republican state lawmaker who is considering what,if anything, to do to change mail-in ballots in Ohio. Later, she talks with Rep. Sean Brennan (D-Parma) about a bipartisan bill he's sponsoring that would allow student teachers to get paid for their work. Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to talk about kratom, artificial intelligence, a decline in childhood immunizations, and redistricting. Finally, Jo gives us a glimpse into a new exhibit in Columbus that celebrates the accomplishments of women in the legal field.

Former U.S. Sen Sherrod Brown (D-OH) has been sitting on the sidelines since being defeated in his re-election bid last year. He tells Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles why he wants to return and his plans to win his seat back in 2026. Ohio State University Political Science Professor Emeritus Paul Beck explains how Brown's plans affect the state's political landscape. And former Ohio House Minority Leader tells Jo about her plans to run for Secretary of State. Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler joins Jo to talk about the dynamics of the latest political news. Plus, there's a bill to make the popular chocolate and peanut butter buckeye treats, a staple at many tailgates, the official state candy. It's a full plate this week on the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

Did you ever see a sign along Ohio's roads and wonder about the reason behind its message? Do you know the state's current motto is a return to one from the 70's? In this Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles talks with Matt Bruning, Press Secretary for the Ohio Department of Transportation, and Sarah Wickham, Director of the Ohio Department of Tourism, about road signs, mottos, and slogans. Later, Ohio Public Media Reporter Sarah Donaldson and Bureau Chief Karen Kasler join Jo to talk about traveling on Ohio's roads versus other states and the state's new rest stops. It's all in this road-trip edition of the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

The Ohio Statehouse is closed for a few days while major mechanical improvements are made to the building. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles talks to Ohio Capitol Square and Advisory Board Executive Director Megan Wycuff about the projects now underway. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to chat about the redistricting battle that lies ahead and explore how it could impact Ohio's representation in Congress.