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News from August 2024

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Ohio increases from Q1 to Q2

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Ohio during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $268,994, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Buckeye Firearms Association urges Gov. DeWine to appoint pro-2A Senator if JD Vance vacates

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

On August 8, 2024, Dean Rieck reported that the Buckeye Firearms Association (BFA) has formally requested Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to consider a pro-Second Amendment candidate for the potential replacement of U.S. Senator J.D. Vance. This request follows the recent announcement by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump naming Vance as his vice-presidential running mate.

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Suspect identified in two Northeast Ohio cold cases from 1987

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

In another victory for cross-agency collaboration on Ohio’s cold cases, BCI investigators and forensic scientists have linked the brutal attacks in 1987 of two northeastern Ohio females – one fatal – to the same suspect.

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Ohio authorities seize record amounts of drugs and cash on I-70

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

Ongoing commercial vehicle interdiction efforts along the I-70 corridor by the Central Ohio OOCIC/HIDTA Major Drug Interdiction Task Force and the Ohio State Highway Patrol have led to two recent significant seizures, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.

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Courts uphold gun control laws challenging Second Amendment acquisition rights

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

There is an emerging trend in Second Amendment cases where some lower courts are upholding gun control laws by asserting that the right to buy a firearm is not protected under the Second Amendment. This interpretation stems from the U.S. Supreme Court’s Bruen test, which examines whether the conduct in question falls under the text of the Second Amendment, protecting a pre-existing “right to keep and bear arms.”

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Ohio AG announces statewide human trafficking hotline at annual summit

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the launch of the first-ever statewide human trafficking hotline during his opening remarks at the office’s fifth annual Human Trafficking Summit in Columbus.

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Analysis: Ohio among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Buckeye Reporter shows that Ohio is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Court upholds legislative authority in HB 68 ruling

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 6, 2024

Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Michael J. Holbrook issued a ruling today in the House Bill 68 case.

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Buckeye Firearms Association urges early voting amid ongoing gun rights advocacy

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 6, 2024

For many years, supporters of gun control have had an advantage in voting by encouraging early participation, either in-person or via absentee mail. This strategy provides them more time to accumulate votes and allows voter activation groups to concentrate efforts on those who haven't yet voted as elections approach.

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Registration opens for 2024 Fall Youth Shoot

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 5, 2024

Registration for the 2024 Fall Youth Shoot is now open.

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Ohio Farm Bureau purchases top animals at state fair auction

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 5, 2024

The 2024 Sale of Champions livestock auction concluded the Ohio State Fair, held on Sunday afternoon, August 4, in the WCOL Celeste Center. The event showcased Ohio’s premium livestock, premier junior fair exhibitors, and generous supporters.

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Federal court rules Google violated Sherman Act by maintaining monopoly

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 5, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced a significant legal victory against Google, as a federal court has determined that the tech giant is a monopolist in violation of Section 2 of the Sherman Act. The ruling asserts that Google unlawfully maintained its monopoly.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Ohio during July

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 4, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from Ohio in July.

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Ohio: Devices companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Ohio in July

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Devices companies from Ohio in July.

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LaRose announces statewide rollout of voter registration integrity program

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 3, 2024

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced the statewide rollout of a new voter registration data integrity program to enhance the accuracy of voter rolls. Following a successful pilot, the tool is now being distributed to all county boards of elections to help address voter registration issues.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Ohio during July

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Biologics companies from Ohio in July.

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AOC inadvertently acknowledges modern sporting rifle is 'common

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 2, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris recently called for the renewal of the assault weapons ban, posting on X, “Congress must renew the assault weapons ban.” This demand aligns with ongoing efforts by gun control advocates to restrict modern sporting rifles (MSRs), such as AR-15-style semi-automatic rifles. Despite these efforts, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that the expired 1994 ban did not reduce crime, and ownership of MSRs has surged.

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Ohio AG's special prosecutions team secures convictions in rape cases

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 2, 2024

The Special Prosecutions Section of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost’s office secured justice in two sexual assault cases this week, underscoring the prosecutorial expertise provided to local law enforcement agencies across Ohio.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Ohio companies were under most scrutiny during July?

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted nine inspections at nine Food and Cosmetics companies from Ohio in July.

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Congressional hearing on Trump rally shifts focus to gun control debate

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 1, 2024

On August 1, 2024, during a U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability hearing, Representative Gerry Connolly (D-VA) used the platform to address his concerns about firearms in America. The session primarily focused on security measures following a failed assassination attempt on President Donald Trump.