Thursday, June 18, 2026

Grocery Store Dog Debate, Secret Thiel Network Exposed, Obama Street Campaign

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➤ Who decided dogs belong in the grocery aisles, and why won't anyone say no? (Listen Now)

➤ Peter Thiel's secretive Dialog society has been exposed in a data leak naming its powerful members and revealing details they were promised would stay private. (Hear Details)

➤ A Chicago petition to rename the street on which Trump Tower sits after Barack Obama has gathered more than 22,000 signatures. (Hear Story)

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Buc-ee's Petition, Best Colleges, and a Robot Cop Retires

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1812, the U.S. declared war on Great Britain. Ohio would eventually play host to one of the largest naval battles of the war, when the American Navy defeated the Royal Navy on Lake Erie on Sept. 10, 1813.

🦫 Nearly 2,000 people have signed a petition opposing the approved Buc-ee’s travel center in Mansfield. Read more in Top Stories.

🎓 Also in Top Stories, see which Ohio colleges and universities made U.S. News & World Report’s latest Best Global Universities rankings.

Why are there suddenly dogs everywhere? The grocery cart, the coffee line, the seat next to you on the plane. More and more, the family dog is just part of the crew, tagging along wherever we go. You've probably noticed, and maybe you're one of the folks who can't bear to leave your furry friend at home. But underneath all those wagging tails is a real question. What do the rules actually say? Tune in to today's Flyover Podcast as Ayla breaks down why pets are showing up everywhere, and what the law really says. Tune in here!

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Petitioners Sign to Stop Mansfield Buc-ee's

More than 1,800 people have signed a petition opposing a planned Buc-ee's in Mansfield, citing concerns about traffic, crime, and the environment.

The Mansfield City Council unanimously approved a development agreement earlier this month for a 74,000-square-foot store on a 37.5-acre site near Interstate 71 and State Route 39.

Farmer Nick Stadelman is among the residents raising objections. He said the 24-hour travel center could make it harder to operate farming equipment and could threaten plant growth.

Buc-ee's offered “no comment” on the opposition. The Texas-based chain opened its first Ohio store in Huber Heights in April, making Mansfield its planned second location in the state.

Ohio E-Bike Crashes Spark Concern

Two 15-year-olds were hospitalized Tuesday after a Ford Escape struck their e-bike at a Mentor intersection, adding to a growing list of public safety concerns tied to e-bikes in Ohio.

Both teens were taken to UH Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. The driver was not injured.

In Vermilion, police recently charged two juveniles after they allegedly fled authorities while riding e-dirt bikes recklessly through traffic earlier this month.

Police in Martins Ferry wrote an open letter earlier this month warning about mounting problems involving e-bikes and scooters, while Mentor police outlined plans to move toward formal enforcement of e-bike laws.

OSU Leads Ohio in Best Global Universities Ranking

U.S. News & World Report’s latest Best Global Universities rankings placed The Ohio State University at No. 64 and the University of Cincinnati at No. 213 among 2,250 schools worldwide.

Case Western Reserve University ranked No. 189, and Ohio University ranked No. 697. Also included from Ohio were Kent State University at No. 1,015, the University of Toledo at No. 1,147, the University of Akron at No. 1,380, and Miami University at No. 1,564.

The rankings evaluated institutions across 13 measures, with the heaviest weight given to global and regional research reputation, citations, and international collaboration.

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➤ Statewide: Severe storms were forecast to move across Ohio on Wednesday night, bringing the risk of damaging winds, flooding, and tornadoes. (More)

➤ Lake Erie: The National Weather Service is warning of a high risk of rip currents today following Wednesday’s storms, urging swimmers to stay out of Lake Erie. A Beach Hazards Statement was issued for several shoreline counties. (Details)

➤ Cincinnati: Ramp closures tied to the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project are scheduled to begin later this month, affecting ramps along U.S. 50, Interstate 75, and Interstate 71. (See Closures)

➤ Lucas County: Former Toledo Mayor Donna Owens is alive, according to the Lucas County Republican Party, which mistakenly sent an email to media outlets announcing her death. (More)

➤ Dublin: Dublin police have retired their robotic officer unit, “DubBot,” after less than a year patrolling a city parking garage, saying the robot didn’t meet operational needs. The robot cost $67,548, and its patrols led to no arrests, criminal cases, or tickets. (More)

➤ Ashland County: The sheriff’s office is warning that a man and woman are passing counterfeit $50 bills at Dollar General and Family Dollar stores across Ohio, while offering tips to help residents spot fake currency. (Details)

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➤ The University of Cincinnati allegedly knew about former quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s gambling addiction for two years and “didn’t do anything about it,” according to Sorsby’s agent. (More)

➤ Three photographers were injured when a sprint car crashed into the infield during an Ohio Sprint Speed Week event at Wayne County Speedway earlier this week. Two were critically injured. (More)

➤ Ohio State football will pay Ball State and Kent State a combined nearly $4 million to play nonconference games at Ohio Stadium this fall, while also giving the visiting teams 3,500 tickets. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: World Cup | MLB | College World Series | WNBA

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➤ Buffalo Wild Wings, the national wings chain that got its start in Columbus, will open its first Columbus-area GO location Saturday, a takeout-only store with digital ordering designed to cut wait times. (More)

➤ Allegiant Air has discontinued service between Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and Los Angeles, citing higher fuel costs. (More)

➤ Cincinnati Children’s Hospital announced a joint operating agreement with Parkview Health, an Indiana-based health care system, to expand pediatric care in Fort Wayne, Indiana. (More)

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➤ The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host a free drone light show June 26, featuring 500 drones choreographed to a live soundtrack and narration celebrating aviation innovation in Ohio and the nation’s 250th anniversary. (Details)

➤ The Holland Strawberry Festival, which kicked off Wednesday and runs through Sunday, announced updated security measures after a festival shooting in Toledo, including security screening, required chaperones for minors, and a ban on some bags. (More)

➤ Grenades and mines were discovered in the home of a family’s deceased loved one, prompting a call to the Lorain County Bomb Squad, which disposed of the ordnance. (See Photos)

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➤ Who decided dogs belong in the grocery aisles, and why won't anyone say no? (Listen Now)

➤ Peter Thiel's secretive Dialog society has been exposed in a data leak naming its powerful members and revealing details they were promised would stay private. (Hear Details)

➤ A Chicago petition to rename the street beneath Trump Tower after Barack Obama has gathered more than 22,000 signatures. (Hear Story)

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Property Tax Relief, Redistricting Dropped, and Title Dreams End

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1927, George Heery was born in Athens. The architectural pioneer's firm shaped Atlanta’s skyline with landmarks such as the Georgia Dome, Georgia Aquarium, and Five Points MARTA station.

Who'll be facing off in November's election after Tuesday's primary runoffs? See an updated list of matchups here.

Later today, watch for a special message from our partner, Fisher Investments, featuring a free guide on retirement investing and the mistakes that can derail a $1 million-plus portfolio.

Tax Swap Could Hit Ballots

State lawmakers' special session that opened Wednesday may let counties ask voters as soon as this November whether to trade higher local sales taxes for property tax relief.

Another part of the measure would cap property tax rates on owner-occupied homes to inflation.

The tax swap legislation would let counties pursue a 1-cent sales tax in exchange for lowering property taxes on owner-occupied homes, as rising values push costs higher.

An analysis suggested roughly 110 counties could eliminate county and city homestead property taxes through the approach.

Flood Watch Spans Much of State

The remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur are forecast to sweep heavy rain and a flash-flooding threat across parts of Georgia from today into Friday.

A flood watch goes into effect this morning for most of north and central Georgia, with 2 to 4 inches of rain and locally higher totals possible.

Forecasters warned of some risk of other severe weather, including brief tornadoes and gusty winds across north and central Georgia.

Arthur formed on Wednesday near the Texas Gulf Coast as the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

New Accounts Help Storm-Hit Owners

Georgia homeowners can stash tax-free money for disaster repairs under a state law that took effect in January.

House Bill 511 allows residents to open a special tax-free savings account for use on repairs and insurance deductibles after a governor-declared disaster.

Covered events include hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, ice storms, hail storms, cyclones, windstorms, and high winds.

Families may open one account per primary residence, with contribution limits tied to their insurance deductibles.

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➤ Atlanta: The Republican-led state legislature opened a special session by shelving a proposed redrawing of congressional and legislative maps, saying more time is needed for public input. (More)

➤ Thomasville: Hiring began for Rideout Arsenal's planned 120-worker manufacturing plant, seeking workers in production, engineering, administrative, and management. (More)

➤ Athens: Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Dexter Fisher was elected the city's mayor, defeating former commissioner Tim Denson. (More)

➤ Columbus: Former city manager Isaiah Hugley won the mayoral runoff over Joanne Cogle. Hugley pledged unity and called his win a people-powered movement. (More)

➤ Augusta: The Salvation Army and WifeSaver began a donation drive to collect water, sunscreen, and fans to help vulnerable residents endure extreme summer heat. (More)

➤ Albany: The police department and community groups are partnering on a summer youth engagement effort, offering teens a safe place to spend time and reduce unsupervised evening activity. (More)

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➤ Georgia's bid for a College World Series title ended with an 11-4 loss to Oklahoma on Wednesday night in Omaha, Nebraska. (More)

➤ Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts its second World Cup match at noon today, when South Africa faces Czechia in group play. (More)

➤ Augusta University introduced area native Brent McMillian as the school's athletics director. He most recently served as a senior associate athletic director in Tennessee. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: World Cup | MLB | College World Series | WNBA

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➤ Jersey Mike's dethroned Chick-fil-A as the top quick-service restaurant for customer satisfaction, ending the Georgia-based chain's 11-year reign, according to a new American Customer Satisfaction Index. (List)

➤ Costco submitted plans to rezone a 27-acre site in Macon for a warehouse store, drawing mixed reactions from neighbors worried about traffic. (More)

➤ Golf cart maker Textron E-Z-GO of Augusta will donate more than 40 carts to the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, a nationwide effort giving athletes and families a VIP travel experience at the Special Olympics Games in Minnesota. (More)

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➤ A WorldAtlas roundup names Georgia's 11 safest towns for senior living, spotlighting communities that feature low crime, nearby hospitals, walkable downtowns, and active senior programs. (More)

➤ Skies across the state will blaze this Fourth of July, ranging from Stone Mountain's drone and fireworks shows to Savannah's harbor barge launch platform. (List)

➤ The Greater Augusta Arts Council invited residents to help rank the sculptures featured along the Augusta Sculpture Trail, shaping the public display's future. (More)

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