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Yost urges court to proceed with Columbus school busing lawsuit
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is advocating for the Ohio Supreme Court to allow a lawsuit against Columbus City Schools regarding busing issues to move forward. The lawsuit challenges the district's failure to provide transportation for students attending private and charter schools, as mandated by Ohio law.
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Ohio AG files suit against Kentucky firm for alleged consumer fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has initiated legal action against a Kentucky-based company, Superior Concrete & Hardscape Design, and its owner, Justin Cole Hensley. The lawsuit was filed in Butler County Common Pleas Court and alleges violations of the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act. The accusations involve taking over $50,000 from customers without delivering promised services.
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Marriott settles $52M over data breach impacting millions
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, alongside 49 other attorneys general, has finalized a $52 million settlement with Marriott International Inc. This agreement concludes an investigation into a prolonged data breach involving the guest-reservation system acquired by Marriott.
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Ohio's new fraud unit recovers $130K lost in crypto scam
A new unit within the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) has successfully recovered $130,000 lost in a cryptocurrency scam in the Columbus area. This marks the first achievement for this specialized team designed to assist local law enforcement with cyber financial crimes.
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Ohio AG addresses Columbus school busing issue amid ongoing lawsuit
The Ohio Attorney General's Office has issued a statement concerning the ongoing litigation involving Columbus City Schools and its busing policies. The legal dispute centers on the district's obligation to provide transportation for students, which has led to an emergency motion being filed.
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Pickaway County man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of minor
An investigation by the Circleville Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old man from Pickaway County. The individual, Matthew Nicklas, is accused of sexually abusing a minor.
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Marion County man receives life sentence for crimes against minors
A Marion County man, aged 46, has been sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for crimes involving minors. The announcement was made by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Morrow County Sheriff John Hinton.
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Ohio AG sues contractor for alleged consumer fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit against a central Ohio home-improvement contractor, accusing the company and its owner of defrauding consumers. The suit was filed in Delaware County Common Pleas Court against 1st Choice Renew and its owner, Aaron Cowans.
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AG Yost inaugurates first Law Enforcement Training Symposium in Sandusky
Attorney General Dave Yost inaugurated the first Law Enforcement Training Symposium (LETS) in Sandusky, Ohio, emphasizing the significance of evolving police training to meet societal changes. The event saw over 500 peace officers participating in a two-day showcase of enhanced training and modern practices.
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Ohio launches statewide human trafficking hotline
Ohio’s first statewide human trafficking hotline is now operational, Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Fairfield County man sentenced to prison for April 2023 murder
A Fairfield County man has been sentenced to 18 years to life in prison for a murder committed in April 2023. The announcement was made by Attorney General Dave Yost.
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Ohio Attorney General seeks Supreme Court intervention in Columbus busing crisis
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed an emergency motion with the Ohio Supreme Court, seeking immediate intervention in the transportation crisis affecting charter and private school students in Columbus. This action is part of a lawsuit initiated by Yost earlier this month to compel Columbus City Schools to resume legally mandated transportation services.
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Yost supports Kroger in constitutional challenge against FTC tribunal
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is supporting Kroger in a legal challenge against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) administrative proceedings concerning the Kroger-Albertsons merger. Yost, along with 11 other state attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.
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Former Columbus Zoo purchasing agent sentenced for role in fraud scheme
A former purchasing agent for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has been sentenced to 60 days in jail for his involvement in a scheme that defrauded the zoo of at least $2.3 million, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
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Youngstown man indicted on human trafficking and rape charges
An investigation by the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force has led to the indictment of a Youngstown man on rape and human trafficking charges, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced today.
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Northeast Ohio task force seeks public's help locating suspect facing multiple felony charges
The Northeast Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force is requesting the public’s help in locating a suspect facing 17 felony charges involving human trafficking, drug trafficking, and firearms.
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Hocking County woman sentenced to prison for child rape
A 39-year-old Hocking County woman was sentenced to 20 to 25 years in prison for raping two children, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
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Ohio appeals court hears arguments on HB 68 ruling
The Tenth District Court of Appeals in Columbus, Ohio, today heard arguments in an appeal concerning a trial court's ruling that upheld the state's ban on medical interventions aimed at transitioning the sex or gender of minors.
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Ohio Attorney General seeks legal options against federal migrant relocations
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has instructed his office to explore legal measures to prevent the federal government from sending an unlimited number of migrants to Ohio communities. This action follows concerns from localities, particularly Springfield in Clark County, which have reported being overwhelmed by a surge in migrant populations.
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AG Yost files lawsuit against home-improvement firm for alleged fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit against Magic Touch Exteriors and its operators, alleging they defrauded homeowners across the Midwest of over $460,000. The lawsuit, submitted in Franklin County Common Pleas Court, names Joseph Slye and David Harvey as defendants. Slye resides in Galloway, while Harvey is based in Columbus.