Monday, April 27, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1822, Ulysses S. Grant was born in Point Pleasant. He went on to lead the Union armies during the Civil War and serve as the 18th U.S. president.

For more than 150 years, federal law has banned distilling spirits at home. A Newark man’s challenge of the ban could be headed to the U.S. Supreme Court. More in Around Ohio.

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Vance Among Dinner Evacuees

Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno were among the officials with Ohio ties at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner during a gunman’s attack Saturday night.

Vance and President Trump were escorted out by the U.S. Secret Service. You can watch a video of agents rushing Vance out of the area here.

Moreno praised the response by law enforcement. Gov. Mike DeWine said he was praying for Trump, Vance, and first lady Melania Trump.

Truck Driver Faces Citizenship Probe

The semi-truck driver charged in a crash that killed a family of three is under federal investigation into his identity and U.S. citizenship status.

Modou Ngom, also known as Lamine Gaye, allegedly used an alternate identity to fraudulently obtain an Ohio driver’s license, a commercial driver’s license, and U.S. citizenship.

Records reportedly show Ngom had previous crashes and driving convictions under both identities. State investigators were directed to provide the information to Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Prosecutors say Ngom did not attempt to brake in the crash this month on Interstate 71 near Columbus, in which Lynnea and Luke Soposki and their 1-year-old son, Logan, were killed.

Ohio NFL Talent Rises Up

The NFL draft showcased plenty of top talent from the Buckeye State, highlighted by 11 picks from Ohio State, tying Georgia for the most picks (25) over two years.

Multiple Cincinnati Bearcats were drafted, including tight end Joe Royer, who is heading to the Cleveland Browns. The Browns also selected Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren.

The Cincinnati Bengals brought Duke offensive tackle Brian Parker II—a St. Xavier High School graduate—back to the Queen City, while Miami RedHawks linebacker Jackson Kuwatch was selected by the Carolina Panthers.

A full recap of the Browns’ draft can be found here, and you can read more about the Bengals’ 2026 draft picks here.

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➤ Steubenville: Youngstown State University hosted an open house for prospective students at its new Steubenville campus, which will offer 16 degree and certificate programs. (More)

➤ Newark: A home distiller’s case may be headed for the U.S. Supreme Court after federal appeals courts split over a ban on the practice. (More)

➤ Statewide: Democrat state lawmakers plan to reintroduce a bill to legalize medically assisted suicide for people diagnosed with terminal illnesses. (More)

➤ Wooster: High school pitcher Maddox Graser died after suffering a medical emergency hours after a game last week. (More)

➤ Tiffin: The city said residents may experience discolored tap water and lower pressure as Aqua Ohio conducts water main flushing today through Thursday. Users should run tap water until the water clears. (More)

➤ Eastern Ohio: Gov. Mike DeWine attended ceremonies marking the openings of two recreational areas: the 54,525-acre Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area, which features a bison herd, and a Jesse Owens State Park campground with Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired cabins. (More)

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➤ The Cleveland Cavaliers led Toronto late, but the Raptors closed on a 17-5 run en route to a 93-89 victory on Sunday, tying the series at two games each. (More)

➤ Columbus Blue Jackets assistant coaches Mike Haviland and Scott Ford, along with video coach Aron Augustitus, won’t be retained for next season. (More)

➤ Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Eugenio Suarez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain, retroactive to Thursday. (More)

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➤ The average gas price across Ohio rose 17 cents over the past week to $3.91 per gallon, with prices highest in the Canton-Massillon area and lowest in Lima. (See Prices)

➤ Columbus-based Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams hired former Ben & Jerry’s chief David Stever as its new CEO. (More)

➤ Norfolk Southern’s profits fell 27% in the first quarter after the railroad didn’t collect insurance payments tied to the East Palestine train derailment. (More)

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➤ Country singer Luke Combs was joined by a group of Ohio football and hockey stars for his performance Saturday night at Ohio Stadium. (Watch Video)

➤ Chronic wasting disease in the state’s deer population rose sharply to 40 cases during the 2025-26 hunting season, nearly double the previous season. (More)

➤ NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced a fake draft pick during the NFL draft for the upcoming Hulu series The Land, with the Cleveland Browns selecting fictional Ohio State quarterback Connor Roarke. (Watch Video)

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