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Miami Township fiscal officer removed after attempted $10 million gold coin purchase
March 23, 2026
A judge has removed Miami Township’s fiscal officer after an attempt to invest nearly $10 million in gold coins without approval. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said Robert Matthews violated state law and will be barred from holding public office for four years.
Read more →Six people sentenced in Mahoning Valley human trafficking case
March 18, 2026
Six people have been sentenced for operating a human trafficking ring behind two Warren massage parlors following an investigation led by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost's office. Defendants face heavy fines with prison terms suspended upon payment; over $332,000 will be forfeited.
Read more →Ohio Attorney General releases 2026 Sunshine Laws manual with guidance on vanishing chats
March 16, 2026
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has released an updated Sunshine Laws manual advising against using vanishing chat apps for public business. The guide highlights transparency requirements under state law and references recent cases underscoring these principles.
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Ten Medicaid providers indicted for alleged $578,000 fraud in Ohio
March 12, 2026
Ten Medicaid providers have been indicted in Ohio following an investigation into alleged fraud totaling $578,000. The cases were identified using new data-mining tools developed under Attorney General Dave Yost's direction. Officials say these efforts aim to protect taxpayer funds and ensure proper use of Medicaid resources.
Read more →Ohio Attorney General files lawsuit against animal rescue nonprofit for alleged misuse of donations
March 9, 2026
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit against Dogs to the Rescue for allegedly diverting charitable donations toward personal gain and supporting a for-profit puppy business. The suit seeks penalties and aims to prevent those involved from operating charities in Ohio.
Read more →Columbiana County woman and nonprofit indicted for alleged theft of $150,000
March 6, 2026
Amanda Kiger and her nonprofit River Valley Organizing have been indicted for allegedly stealing over $150,000 in donations. The Ohio Attorney General's Office is prosecuting the case after an investigation into misuse of funds between 2021 and 2024.
Read more →Ohio Attorney General warns of scam texts about unpaid parking and toll fines
March 5, 2026
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has issued a warning about scam texts claiming unpaid parking or toll fines. Residents are urged not to respond or scan QR codes from suspicious messages. The Attorney General's Office offers resources for those affected.
Read more →Ohio Attorney General sues contractor over $188,000 in alleged consumer losses
March 5, 2026
Attorney General Dave Yost has sued a contractor accused of taking payments without completing home repairs after storms in northeastern Ohio. The lawsuit seeks refunds for affected consumers totaling $188,000. Residents are urged to check contractor credentials before hiring.
Read more →Ninth defendant pleads guilty in Mahoning Valley human trafficking case
March 3, 2026
A ninth person has pleaded guilty in a Mahoning Valley human trafficking case involving illicit massage parlors in Warren. Suk Hui Starr admitted guilt on several charges tied to money laundering and will forfeit $200,000 under a plea deal. The investigation continues as authorities pursue remaining defendants.
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