Thursday, January 8, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1787, American soldiers completed the construction of Fort Steuben in modern-day Steubenville.

Ohio’s two leading candidates for governor announced their running mates. Read more in today’s Top Stories.

The Flyover Podcast shares how millions of Americans could get money back following a $2.5 billion settlement over Amazon Prime’s subscription practices. On today’s episode, host Ayla Brown breaks down how much you could receive and what to do next. Tune in here!

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Governor Candidates Pick Running Mates

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Dr. Amy Acton, the leading candidates for Ohio governor, announced their running mates on Wednesday morning.

Ramaswamy chose Ohio Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate for lieutenant governor. McColley notably backed Senate Bill 1, which bans diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public universities.

Acton picked former Ohio Democratic Party chair David Pepper as her running mate. Pepper is the son of a former Procter & Gamble Co. CEO and previously served on the Cincinnati City Council and the Hamilton County Commission.

The 2026 gubernatorial primary is on May 5.

Somali UN Envoy Tied To Fraudulent Agency

Deputy Health and Human Services Sec. Jim O’Neill said Somalia’s UN ambassador and Security Council president is linked to a Cincinnati home health agency previously punished over Medicaid fraud ties.

Ambassador Abukar Dahir Osman previously worked in the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services’ adult Medicaid unit from 2007 to 2012. Public records also show Osman served as managing director or president and CEO of Progressive Health Care Services from 2009 to May 2019, overlapping with his tenure as Somalia’s UN ambassador.

Officials say Osman served as an administrator at a health care company convicted of Medicaid fraud while operating in the same suite as other health care businesses.

O’Neill said more information is expected. HHS has paused child care funding nationwide while investigating alleged fraud in Minnesota and other locations.

Four Ohio Cities Make Active Lifestyle List

Four Ohio cities ranked among WalletHub’s best places for an active lifestyle in 2026, earning high marks for fitness opportunities, access to outdoor recreation, and resident engagement in exercise.

WalletHub examined the 100 largest U.S. cities, considering 35 factors—including average fitness club fees, bike-friendliness, and the share of physically inactive adults.

Cincinnati ranked highest among the Ohio cities at No. 8 nationally. Columbus was No. 57, Cleveland was No. 59, and Toledo was No. 76.

Honolulu, New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Atlanta ranked above Cincinnati in the top 10. You can see the complete report here.

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➤ Columbus: Fire Chief Jeff Happ will resign on Jan. 16 after disciplinary charges were filed over the department’s handling of a deadly 2023 crash involving a fire engine. (More)

➤ Cincinnati: The city’s convention center reopened on Wednesday after an 18-month, $264 million renovation and expansion featuring upgraded technology and a 40,000-square-foot grand ballroom. (More)

➤ Delta: The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is investigating the former site of a lead processing and manufacturing facility after demolition work began and air tests showed high lead concentrations. (More)

➤ Cleveland: Mayor Justin Bibb is reshaping his leadership team in his second term, with chief of staff Bradford Davy resigning and two senior aides promoted amid continued turnover. (More)

➤ Youngstown: Mercy Health’s St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital marked the completion of a $20 million neurointensive care unit expansion, growing capacity from four to 16 private beds for advanced neurological treatment. (More)

➤ Butler County: State Democrats urged the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections to oversee conditions at the Butler County Jail, where federal immigration detainees are being held. (More)

➤ Star Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate declared for the 2026 NFL Draft and is projected as a first-round pick. (More)

➤ The Columbus Blue Jackets placed forward Mason Marchment on injured reserve. He has recorded seven points in the seven games since Columbus acquired him from the Seattle Kraken. (More)

➤ FC Cincinnati signed La Salle High School graduate Kyle Smith through the 2026 season, with an option through June 2027. He was the 2009 Greater Catholic League South soccer player of the year. (More)

➤ Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt pleaded guilty to reckless driving and was booked into the Hamilton County Jail on Tuesday. (More)

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➤ Shareholders approved Cincinnati-based Fifth Third Bancorp’s acquisition of Texas-based Comerica, a deal expected to close in early 2026 and create the nation’s ninth-largest bank with about $290 billion in assets. (More)

➤ The Wilmington Planning Commission tabled an Amazon data center proposal after company representatives failed to address questions during a packed public meeting on Tuesday. (More)

➤ Shawerma Bite, a central Ohio fast-casual Mediterranean eatery, opened on Friday at Easton Town Center in Columbus, offering customizable bowls and pita wraps with shawarma, falafel, vegetables, and sauces. (More)

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➤ A bystander rescued a woman and her cat from a third-floor apartment fire in Sidney before crews arrived, limiting the blaze to one unit and preventing injuries. (Watch Video)

➤ A recent study ranked Toledo the nation’s 10th-worst city for keeping New Year’s resolutions, placing 173rd out of 182 cities evaluated across 57 performance metrics. (More)

➤ Summit County Animal Control is offering $28 dog adoptions through Feb. 2 during its Warm Up with a Pup promotion, which includes spay/neuter services, vaccinations, microchipping, and licensing. (More)

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Thursday, January 8, 2026

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Governor Candidates Pick Running Mates

Somali UN Envoy Tied To Fraudulent Agency

Four Ohio Cities Make Active Lifestyle List

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