Missouri will enforce a new rule that stops power and gas companies from cutting off service when it’s too hot. The change takes effect on June 1 and runs until September 30. The rule protects people who rely on electricity or gas for air conditioning. If the National Weather Service says that temp
Ohio recently passed a bill that stops homeowners’ associations from banning the "Thin Blue Line" flag. But why single out this flag? The rule now makes it harder for neighborhoods to enforce their own rules about what symbols can be displayed. Many people see the flag as a simple way to honor poli
Ohio has become the first state to let residents pay certain government bills using cryptocurrency. A new digital wallet called Buckeye Billfold lets people use Bitcoin or other digital money to cover fees for courts, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, and other state services. The wallet also accepts re
Ohio’s push to grow its technical workforce just got a boost in Painesville. A local college snagged $425, 000 to keep its science, tech, engineering, math, and medicine programs alive for students who need the cash. This is the fifth time the school has landed this state grant, meaning teachers and
Ohioans often struggle with basic words despite tools like spellcheck. New data shows "because" as the most frequently misspelled word in the state. This suggests even simple terms trip people up when typing. Other commonly misspelled words include "color" and "character". The list also features "s
Iowa’s football program brought in 15 new players in 2026, and most came from schools outside the top tier of college football. Nearly nine out of ten transfers joined from leagues below the Power 5, a clear sign the Hawkeyes are hunting for hidden talent that bigger programs often overlook. The mov
Ohio voters have just picked their candidates for one of this year’s biggest political battles, setting up a high-stakes Senate showdown in November. Democrats will back Sherrod Brown, a familiar name in Ohio politics who will now try to take on Republican Jon Husted for a Senate seat. Meanwhile, th
Ohio isn’t usually a battleground for Senate control, but this year’s race is turning heads. Former Senator Sherrod Brown, a Democrat known for his working-class appeal, is leading the primary to challenge Republican Senator Jon Husted. Husted took over the seat when JD Vance became vice president,
Iowa just approved a set of new penalties for crimes that supporters call "firm but fair" and critics warn could fill prisons faster than they can handle. The changes include longer sentences for violent acts and stricter rules for repeat offenders. Lawmakers debated for weeks before pushing it thro
Iowa and Iowa State each had a different story in the 2026 NFL Draft, which ran from April 23 to 25. Only one player from Iowa State landed a spot on an NFL roster: defensive tackle Domonique Orange was chosen 82nd overall by the Minnesota Vikings. Analysts say he is a strong stop‑gap defender,
