OH: Gun Violence Prevention
Ohio Kids Call for Action on Gun Violence
Gun-related deaths among children and teens are growing, and no state is exempt from the effects of the growing epidemic. According to the Centers …
Amid More Severe Domestic Violence Cases, Ohio Advocates Call for More Funding
Ohio's domestic violence shelters provided emergency housing to nearly 10,000 people last year, and advocates are calling for a funding boost…
As Gun Violence Rises, Ohio Communities Look for Solutions
By Jala Forest / Broadcast version by Mary Schuermann Reporting for the Kent State-Ohio News Connection Collaboration Kendra Byrd was born and raised…
March for Our Lives Returns to Ohio
The March for Our Lives movement was born four years ago in response to the Parkland, Florida, school shooting, and Saturday, people from Ohio will …
OH 'Constitutional Carry' Bill Worries Domestic-Violence Survivor Advocates
By Halena SepulvedaBroadcast version by Emily Scott reporting for the Kent State-Ohio News Connection Collaboration. Even though Ohio has been …
Mixed Response to Ohio Body-Camera Legislation
By Troy Pierson Kent State/Ohio News Service Collaboration COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Legislators in Ohio are considering a bill that would require police …
Domestic-Violence Support: Not All Calls for Help Getting Answered
Clarification: Added additional information on the General Assembly budget process. 5/12/2021 5:26pm Central COLUMBUS, Ohio -- During a single 24-…
OH Cities Join Coalition Calling for New Gun-Safety Technology
CINCINNATI - Toledo and Cincinnati officials are leading the Gun Safety Consortium, a group of cities across the United States that is calling on the …
Ohio Researchers Say Mental Health Care Alone Won’t Cure Gun Violence
COLUMBUS, Ohio – New research out of Ohio suggests increased access to mental health care is not the panacea to curb gun violence in the …
Domestic-Violence Prevention: Celebrating Progress, Marking Lives Lost
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Domestic Violence Awareness Month begins today, and advocates are gathering at the Ohio statehouse to reflect on progress made …
Ohio Considers Eliminating Concealed-Carry Permits
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio continues to chip away at firearm restrictions, and one bill being considered by lawmakers would allow people 21 and …
Will 2019 Bring Gun Reform in Congress?
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohioans in favor of stronger gun laws are optimistic the new Congress will move swiftly to pass new universal background-check …