Buckeye Reporter

Bowling Green State University will begin its 107th football season on Thursday, August 28, facing Lafayette College at Doyt Perry Stadium.

Franklin County judge rules against Columbus gun ordinances

A Franklin County judge has ruled that Ohio's state law takes precedence over local gun control ordinances, marking a setback for cities like Columbus that have sought to implement their own regulations.

Gov. DeWine on suicide prevention: 'We want everyone to know that hope and help are always within reach'

Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio, announced the introduction of a new Suicide Prevention Toolkit aimed at providing resources to prevent suicide and support mental health across the state.

Cleveland man sentenced to 10 years for illegal firearm possession

A Cleveland man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after being found guilty of possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon.

Bowling Green Hall of Famer Walt Piatkowski dies at age 80

Former Bowling Green State University men's basketball player Walt Piatkowski died Monday, August 18, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Two men charged federally after fatal shooting at Warren convenience store

Two men from Warren, Ohio, have been arrested and charged with federal firearms violations following a shooting at a convenience store on August 3 that resulted in one death and another injury.

Falcons Nest Coaches Show returns with Eddie George and Eric Nichols for new season

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 24, 2025

The Falcons Nest Coaches Show, presented by Fricker's, will return for the 2025-26 season on Monday nights.

ODOT announces open house for Ottawa County fall projects

By Buckeye Reporter | Aug 23, 2025

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is organizing an open house to inform the public about upcoming projects in Ottawa County this fall.

Chinese national sentenced after sabotaging Ohio-based company's global computer network

A Chinese national has been sentenced to four years in prison for intentionally damaging the computer systems of his former employer, a global corporation headquartered in Beachwood, Ohio.

Bowling Green State adds transfer Mayar Wol to men’s basketball roster

Bowling Green State University has announced the addition of Mayar Wol to its men's basketball roster for the 2025-26 season.

Ohio proposes new turkey season structure; approves updated waterfowl zones through 2030

The Ohio Wildlife Council has received proposals for the 2026 spring wild turkey hunting season and approved a new waterfowl hunting zone map for 2026-2030.

Ohio Department of Agriculture issues permit renewal for Kyle Fortkamp

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has issued a final Permit to Operate (PTO) renewal for Kyle Fortkamp as of August 20, 2025.

Ohio Department of Agriculture issues permits for East Highland Farms

A final Permit to Install and a final Permit to Operate have been granted to East Highland Farms LLC, as announced by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.

Ohio sees increase in school districts arming teachers and staff

A recent report by WBNS-10TV has brought attention to a growing trend among Ohio school districts to arm teachers and staff as part of their security measures.

Washington County man convicted in decades-old double homicide

A Washington County jury has found Scott Hickman, 53, of Waterford, guilty in the 1995 murders of Kimberly Fulton and her 17-month-old son, Daniel.

Bowling Green announces men's basketball conference schedule for upcoming season

Bowling Green State University has released the men's basketball team's conference schedule for the 2025-26 season.

Ohio Department of Agriculture renews Boyer Farms' operating permit