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2009 Election Results

Political novice Gary Leitzell, an independent candidate in Dayton's mayoral race walked away a victor Tuesday night.

Palin book goes after McCain camp

While the book - which contains 68 color photos but no index - stays away from Levi Johnston, the former vice presidential candidate digs in when it comes to

Poll: Ohio gov.'s job approval slips

A poll finds Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland's job approval rating has slipped and puts the Democrat even with Republican challenger John Kasich.

Health care bill passes House

The Democratic-controlled House has passed historic health care legislation to provide medical coverage to millions more Americans.

Ohio ponders a future with casinos

Developers of four new Ohio casinos are looking eagerly to the future, even as opponents concoct plans to stymie their efforts and surrounding states brace for

Ohio voter turnout over 40 percent

Secretary of state numbers show that roughly 3.2 million voters turned out for Tuesday's election following a statewide campaign dominated by a successful

Next mayor of Dayton will be Leitzell

Political novice Gary Leitzell, an independent candidate in Dayton's mayoral race walked away a victor Tuesday night. Results

The fall of a political powerhouse

She is now former Mayor Rhine Mclin after challenger Gary Leitzell pulls out a stunning win.

Ohio voters approve casino gambling

Ohio voters hard hit by the economic downturn have opened their state to casino gambling after an expensive campaign promising thousands of jobs.

Leitzell beats McLin

Challenger Gary Leitzell has defeated incumbent Rhine McLin in the race for Dayton mayor.

OH voters approve livestock care board

Ohio voters have delivered a victory to large farm operators, approving a new industry-dominated board to oversee livestock care.

OH voters approve bonuses for veterans

Ohio voters have opened their wallets to veterans, easily approving bonuses of up to $1,000 for those who served in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan or Iraq. 

3 statewide issues show early leads

Three statewide issues are showing early signs of success, including a controversial plan to add casinos in four Ohio cities.

Economy hovers over Ohio casino vote

A proposed constitutional amendment to allow casinos in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo has dominated the campaign season. More was spent in the

Early delays at some Dayton-area polls

Montgomery County Board of Elections Director Steve Harsman says no voters were turned away.


Ohio governor quiet on casinos

Arguments for and against casinos bombarded Ohioans via the airwaves, phone lines and news media for weeks.  But the state's first citizen, and the bearer of

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