PUCO approves AEP-Ohio energy efficiency plan
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) adopted an agreement Wednesday to allow AEP-Ohio to continue and...
Consumer and Health News
Ohio State researchers seek to improve safety, reduce injury in elderly drivers
Helen Kessler, 76, of Columbus, Ohio fastens her seatbelt before driving. Researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center...
Chow Line: Kids’ menu choices not always the best option
A vector illustration of colorful kids meal menu. When I take my family out to eat at a restaurant, most...
PUCO offers utility tips for small businesses
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Small business owners know the importance of managing expenses to boost the bottom line. Utility services including...
Ohio EMA now accepting safe room applications
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Safe Room Rebate Program is once again accepting applications. The program provides a rebate for...
Consumer protection lawsuit against alleged Craigslist scammer launched by Ohio AG
Photo courtesy of Dana Daniels, https://nyulocal.com/ COLUMBUS—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced a lawsuit against a Columbus man accused...
Crime victims’ rights training coming to Meigs County
POMEROY – The Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center is offering a course locally on victim’s rights at the Meigs County...
Refund delay and other information about 2017 tax season from the IRS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Internal Revenue Service and partners from the states and tax industry reminded taxpayers that the nation's...
Agents seek public’s assistance spotting human trafficking
(EDITOR'S NOTE: January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, an effort for recognition of human trafficking, awareness and education.) COLUMBUS– Human...
Canada Geese conflict management
COLUMBUS, Ohio – To biologists, Canada geese are an outstanding conservation success story. Once extirpated from the state as a...
Autumn Health Care ordered to pay more than $167,000 for fraudulent billing
ZANESVILLE, Ohio - Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today that Autumn Health Care of Zanesville, Inc. has been ordered...
Ohio Sen. Brown outlines steps to make prescription drugs affordable
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With Ohioans struggling to afford the cost of prescription drugs, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) will outline...
Chow Line: Fructose intolerance manageable with proper diet
My son has been complaining recently about tummy aches after eating certain fruits like grapes and watermelon. Lately, he can’t...
Telemarketers accused of running work-from-home scheme, faking Amazon affiliation
FREMONT, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced a lawsuit against two telemarketing groups accused of running a...
Ohio AG offers 10 New Year’s consumer protection tips
COLUMBUS - Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered consumer protection tips ahead of New Year's. "Our mission is to...
Patrol to Focus on Impaired Drivers this Holiday Season
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be working to remove impaired drivers from our roadways this holiday season....
News: Chow Line: Ring in healthy year with pork, sauerkraut
by Martha Filipic Baked pork gammon with sauerkraut. Submitted Photo. I want to serve our traditional pork and sauerkraut on...
Ohio, 19 other states file antitrust lawsuit against several generic drug companies
States Allege Conspiracy to Reduce Competition, Increase Prices COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today joined 19 other...
PUCO encourages safe driving during the holidays
COLUMBUS, Ohio– During the holiday season, Ohio's world-class transportation system will be heavily relied upon as travelers visit family and...
Ohio AG DeWine offers consumer tips following Yahoo breach announcement
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has offered tips for consumers following Yahoo's recent announcement of a data...
Boil advisory as Pomeroy water turns pink
Residents woke up to pink water as seen in this photo. Photo submitted by Jim Pickens. POMEROY – Pomeroy Village...
Chow Line: Ham probably cooked, but read the label
Roasted spiced ham on holiday dinning table, garnished with cloves, cinnamon sticks, hot chili pepper, and purple basil. Side dishes...
Energy conservation and safety tips for the holiday season
PUCO highlights ideas to stay safe and keep energy bills manageable during the holidays COLUMBUS, OHIO – This time of...
Consumers warned of puppy scams
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Several consumers have reported losing hundreds of dollars trying to buy a puppy online in recent weeks....
Great American Smokeout Nov. 17
POMEROY - Smoking is one of the worst health habits Americans have according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Before...
