Laura Bischoff

Columbus

Politics and State Government Reporter at The Columbus Dispatch

Politics and State Government Reporter at Cincinnati Enquirer

Politics and State Government Reporter at Akron Beacon Journal

Politics & state government reporter for Gannett Ohio - @dispatchalerts + @enquirer + @beaconjournal Email: [email protected] She/Her

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The Dark Money Game (TV Mini Series 2025) | Documentary

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What's happening with dangerous dogs? We answer your biggest questions on attacks and laws

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

Show Caption Hide Caption Vicious: How Ohio laws fail dog attack victims | DocumentaryOhio law allows vicious dogs to kill twice before they're required to be put down. Hear the stories of dog attack victims and their calls for changes. Every year, Ohioans are attacked by dangerous dogs, suffering serious injuries and even death.
Should Ohio ban student use of cell phones in K-12 schools? GOP leaders say yes

2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

Gov. Mike DeWine supports a bill to ban cell phone use in K-12 schools statewide. The bill aims to improve students' mental health, focus, and learning by reducing distractions from social media and notifications. Some Ohio schools already ban cell phones and have seen positive results in student engagement and academic performance. Research suggests excessive social media use negatively impacts children's mental health.
How a kiss and $400,000 in fees led to federal probe and discipline case against judge

4 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Judge Leslie Celebrezze is facing disciplinary action for her connection to a court-appointed receiver in a contentious divorce case. Celebrezze was found to have met with and kissed receiver Mark Dottore, a longtime acquaintance, while overseeing a case in which he was involved. The FBI has subpoenaed records related to Celebrezze and Dottore, and a disciplinary hearing for the judge is scheduled for March 31.
Columbus girl attacked by pit bulls wants to help other kids, says 'I'm still beautiful'

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

12-year-old Avery Russell was severely injured in a dog attack in June 2024. Avery has undergone multiple surgeries and therapies but continues to recover from the traumatic experience. Avery and her family are advocating for stricter dog laws in Ohio. Ohio lawmakers are considering reforms to address dog attacks and support victims. Avery Russell is a chatty, happy 12-year-old who loves basketball, video games and hanging out with friends and family.
'Shocking': Dave Yost details secret texts and private emails exchanged at STRS Ohio

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

A former State Teachers Retirement System board member relentlessly advocated for a firm looking to do business with the pension fund, even after the pension staff rejected the firm, according to new records filed by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. Ten months ago, Yost sued to remove two members of the State Teachers' Retirement System board, based largely on a memo from an anonymous whistleblower.
Sherrod Brown moves to Columbus area but Connie Schultz says it's for the grandkids

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

Goodbye Cleveland, hello Columbus: former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and his wife, Connie Schultz, moved to a new house in the suburb of Bexley. Schultz, a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and book author, announced the move in a post to her Substack account on Wednesday. "After last fall’s election, though, Sherrod and I thought it was time for a change. Like so many of you, we are rallying for the work ahead. This move will anchor us," Schultz wrote.
Ohio teachers' pension fund to join lawsuit against Target over DEI policies

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

After pressure from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, STRS will join a lawsuit against Target over its DEI policies and Pride campaignAfter pressure from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, the teachers' pension fund will join a lawsuit against Target Corp. that alleges the retailer's diversity, equity and inclusion policies caused investors to lose millions of dollars. The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio board voted Wednesday to join the lawsuit and seek lead plaintiff status.
Ohio AG Dave Yost wants state teachers' pension fund to sue Target over DEI policies

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost wants teachers' public pension fund to sue Target Corporation over its diversity, equity and inclusion policies and LGBTQ pride campaign. In a letter issued Friday to the State Teachers Retirement System, Yost said investors lost money on Target stock due to the DEI and pro-LGBTQ initiatives. STRS lost about $5 million, Yost said.
DeWine calls for changes in Ohio dog laws: 'We have to hold people more accountable'

1 month ago | dispatch.com | Laura Bischoff

An investigation by this news organization found that Ohio's dog laws are weak and that dog owners often face minimal penalties for their animals' actions. State Rep. Kevin Miller is working on a reform bill that would give dog wardens more tools and eliminate a provision that allows dogs to kill two humans before being euthanized. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost favors crafting dog laws to mirror motor vehicle law, holding owners accountable for their animals' actions. Gov.

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RT @haleybemiller: After the Ohio House passed a budget that helps pay for a new Browns stadium, Hamilton County asked for money for Paycor…

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Articles

The Dark Money Game (TV Mini Series 2025) | Documentary

What's happening with dangerous dogs? We answer your biggest questions on attacks and laws

Should Ohio ban student use of cell phones in K-12 schools? GOP leaders say yes

How a kiss and $400,000 in fees led to federal probe and discipline case against judge

Columbus girl attacked by pit bulls wants to help other kids, says 'I'm still beautiful'

'Shocking': Dave Yost details secret texts and private emails exchanged at STRS Ohio

Sherrod Brown moves to Columbus area but Connie Schultz says it's for the grandkids

Ohio teachers' pension fund to join lawsuit against Target over DEI policies

Ohio AG Dave Yost wants state teachers' pension fund to sue Target over DEI policies

DeWine calls for changes in Ohio dog laws: 'We have to hold people more accountable'

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