Ohio Governor Taft Faces Disciplinary Action Over Gift Silence
Ohio Governor Bob Taft, a Republican, could face discipline for not reporting 52 gifts worth nearly $6,000 received over four years. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel said Taft violated legal ethics, while the final punishment rests with the Ohio Supreme Court.
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Ohio
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Rickel
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Ohio Democratic Party
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Board of Commissioners
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Parties see differences in poll on corruption
In Columbus researchers show 69 percent of Ohio adults see government corruption as a problem and favor Democratic control after Republican rule. The GOP says voters want leadership change, not party shift, as Taft era corruption issues linger with Tom Noe. Both parties outline contrasts for the May 2 primary and fall campaign.
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Lorain Council Takes Over Beaver Park Crossing Safety
Lorain Council approved taking ownership of the Beaver Park railroad crossing to pursue federal and state funds for gates. The plan hinges on a grant and a written commitment of $190,000 from the Ohio Rail Commission, amid concerns about timing and liability if funding falls through. Germany
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Lorain
Craig Fortin
Safety Service
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Ohio Rail Commission
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Miller
Eddie Edwards
D-Ath Ward
David Carroll
Norfolk Southern
Kathy Taverner
Mark Provenza
Council
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