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Friday, May 15, 2026 · Cleveland
Columbus weighs shifting McCoy Park to soccer training site
Columbus City Council moved forward with legislation that would shift McCoy Park to the Confluence Community Authority, clearing the path for an NWSL training facility. Residents say the plan abandons a long-promised public sports park.
New Federal Law Requires All-American Flags at U.S. Sites
President Biden signed the All-American Flag Act, requiring the federal government to purchase flags made entirely in the U.S. Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown championed the law to support domestic manufacturers.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Ohio House eyes roadside saliva tests for marijuana impairment
Ohio lawmakers are moving to authorize roadside saliva tests for marijuana impairment as the state enforces recreational marijuana laws. The proposal faces opposition from civil liberties advocates who question test reliability.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Ohio Supreme Court upholds $74.5M in AEP coal-plant charges
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld $74.5 million in charges AEP Ohio collected from customers to support two 1950s-era coal plants, rejecting arguments from consumer advocates that the rates were unjustified.
Friday, May 15, 2026
U.S. Presence in Strait of Hormuz Increases Amidst Tensions with Iran
The United States has increased its naval presence in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. This action follows statements regarding maritime security in the region. The U.S. aims to monitor vessel activity.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Iranian Politician Claims Tehran Will Maintain Authority Over Strait of Hormuz
Ebrahim Azizi stated Iran intends to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement comes amid ongoing geopolitical concerns regarding maritime traffic in the region. The Strait of Hormuz represents a vital shipping route for global oil supplies.
Friday, May 15, 2026