We discuss the status of recreational marijuana in Ohio, how lawmakers want to tackle high property taxes, what Republicans are saying about Trump's conviction and the status of a controversial higher education bill.

We discuss the status of recreational marijuana in Ohio, how lawmakers want to tackle high property taxes, what Republicans are saying about Trump's conviction and the status of a controversial higher education bill.

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Show Host: Haley BeMiller, politics reporter for the USA TODAY Network Ohio Bureau

You give us 15 minutes a week, and we will give you all the news you need to sound smart and impress your friends.
Show Host: Haley BeMiller, politics reporter for the USA TODAY Network Ohio Bureau

Ohio Politics Explained

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Show Host: Anna Staver, Ohio politics reporter for USA TODAY GANNETT NETWORK

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Ohio marijuana sales may start soon

We discuss the campaign for Vice President-elect JD Vance's Senate seat and how Ohio lawmakers will spend the final weeks of their two-year legislative session.

We discuss the campaign for Vice President-elect JD Vance's Senate seat and how Ohio lawmakers will spend the final weeks of their two-year legislative session.

What's on the menu for lame duck?

USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explained podcast. During this edition we recap Tuesday’s general election and breakdown all the important race outcomes.

USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explained podcast. During this edition we recap Tuesday’s general election and breakdown all the important race outcomes.

Election recap

We break down the key races and issues on Ohio's Nov. 5 ballot.

We break down the key races and issues on Ohio's Nov. 5 ballot.

Everything to know about Tuesday's election

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