Tuesday, January 21 2014
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ACLU Asks Kasich to Halt Death Penalty After Extended Execution
It took convicted killer Dennis McGuire 26 minutes to die from Ohio’s latest cocktail of drugs designed to end a person’s life. It was the first time that exact mixture of drugs has been used for the death penalty in the United States. The length of the procedure -- which was Ohio’s longest since the death penalty returned in 1999 -- prompted the American Civil Liberties Union to ask Gov. John Kasich to halt the death penalty across the state.
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The Art of Collecting Both Salary and Pension Benefits
Cranley is ready to crack down on what he calls "double-dipping", the act of receiving simultaneous salary and pension benefits from the city. The issue comes to a head as Bill Moller, a city retiree steps in to fill the assistant city manager position. Moller, having retired years ago, will be eligible to "dip twice" as it were, much to the chagrin of Cranley who once referred to the practice as "abusive".
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When You Need Strong Drink
Sometimes that 12% beer just won’t cut it. Legislation in the Ohio House would allow beer to be produced in Ohio with up to 21% alcohol. The legislation is designed for microbreweries in the state who are looking to compete with breweries in other states who are allowed to brew higher than 12%. Fewer than ten states nationwide limit the ABV in beer.
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Ed FitzGerald Taps Dayton-based Sharen Neuhardt as Running Mate
Ed FitzGerald, the Democratic frontrunner in this year’s governor race, announced he has selected Sharen Neuhardt to be his running mate. Neuhardt replaces State Sen. Eric Kearney who recently left the ticket after a string of stories shed light on some of his business-related financial problems. Neuhardt is a key defender of women’s reproductive issues, especially abortion rights. She has waged two unsuccessful runs for the U.S. House in 2008 and 2012.
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Judge Hunter Enters Plea: I’m Not Guilty
Embattled Hamilton County Juvenile Court Judge Tracie Hunter has entered a plea of 'not guilty' in connection with her recent alleged felonies. Amongst the charges, Hunter stands accused of theft, tampering with evidence, forgery and misuse of a corporate credit card. Her attorney has called the charges 'trumped up' and stipulates political motivation by her accusers.
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