3-term Democrat Sherrod Brown tries to hold key US Senate seat in expensive race

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Three-term Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio faces perhaps the toughest reelection challenge of his career Tuesday in the most expensive Senate race of the year as control of the chamber hangs in the balance. Brown, 71, one of Ohio's best known and...

Democrats in Ohio defending 3 key seats in fight for control of US House

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Democrats are defending three key congressional seats in Ohio on Tuesday, with control of the chamber in play. Republicans’ primary target is 21-term U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, the longest-serving woman in House history. She is facing state Rep. Derek Merrin,...

Ohio set to decide constitutional amendment establishing a citizen-led redistricting commission

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio voters will decide Tuesday whether they want to set up a citizen-led redistricting commission to replace the state’s troubled political mapmaking system. The proposed amendment, advanced by a robust bipartisan coalition called Citizens Not Politicians,...

James Madison beats Ohio 88-78

HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) — Xavier Brown had 23 points in James Madison's 88-78 win against Ohio on Monday night. Brown added six rebounds and three steals for the Dukes. Mark Freeman went 6 of 10 from the field (3 for 6 from 3-point range) to add 16 points. Elijah Hutchins-Everett...

Commercial Vehicle Group: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

NEW ALBANY, Ohio (AP) — NEW ALBANY, Ohio (AP) — Commercial Vehicle Group Inc. (CVGI) on Monday reported third-quarter earnings of $9.5 million. The New Albany, Ohio-based company said it had net income of 28 cents per share. Losses, adjusted to account for discontinued...

Ohio sheriff's lieutenant apologizes for 'won't help Democrats' post, blames sleep medication

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio sheriff's patrol commander who declared on Facebook that he would not help Democrats and would require proof of who a person voted for before providing them aid has apologized, blaming prescribed sleep aids for causing his “out of character” actions. ...

Andersons: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

MAUMEE, Ohio (AP) — MAUMEE, Ohio (AP) — The Andersons Inc. (ANDE) on Monday reported third-quarter earnings of $27.4 million. On a per-share basis, the Maumee, Ohio-based company said it had profit of 80 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, came to 72 cents per...

Diamond Hill Investment Group: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Diamond Hill Investment Group Inc. (DHIL) on Monday reported net income of $14.6 million in its third quarter. The company, based in Columbus, Ohio, said it had earnings of $5.35 per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment gains, came...

Myers: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Myers Industries Inc. (MYE) on Monday reported a loss of $10.9 million in its third quarter. On a per-share basis, the Akron, Ohio-based company said it had a loss of 29 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to 25 cents...

Ohio jury finds ex-police officer guilty in the shooting death of a Black man who was holding a cellphone and keys