Politics

Groups tell Ohio legislators how they were targeted by IRS

By Tana Weingartner • Jul 25, 2013

The Ohio General Assembly's House Policy and Legislative Oversight Committee met in Cincinnati Thursday to hear from people who claim they were targeted for extra scrutiny by the IRS.

Those who spoke, talked about how they had to answer pages of confusing questions that, at times, sounded like political research on their groups.

Timothy Savaglio is a member of the Liberty Township Tea Party. He says filling out the IRS's many and pointed questionnaires became like a full-time job.

Howard Wilkinson sorts through the Peter Beck Case

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jul 22, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about the indictment of State Representative Peter Beck and the role he played in the Statehouse.

Gov. Kasich: Future bright for Ohio

By Ann Thompson • Jul 18, 2013

East-Side Chambers of Commerce are praising Ohio's efforts in making the state a more business friendly place.

Matt Van Sant, President of the Clermont County Chamber, says he's in the economic development business, creating jobs and stimulating the private sector to invest. He was happy to hear Governor Kasich's message that lower taxes seem to be turning what used to be a bad business climate around.

Challenges to many states same sex marriage bans, but not Ohio

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jul 15, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about the status of Ohio's ban on same sex marriage.

Hamilton County Investigates Voter Fraud

By Pete Rightmire • Jul 11, 2013

Hamilton County’s investigation of voter fraud from the last election has created a controversy between those who say fraud cases have been overblown for political purposes and those who feel anyone who purposely casts an illegitimate ballot should be prosecuted.

Howard Wilkinson talks about the Cincinnati Mayor Primary and the Presidential Race

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jul 8, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about why there will be a primary election for Cincinnati Mayor and some regional politicians who's names are being mentioned for president in 2016.

Cincinnati Mayoral and Council Races

By Pete Rightmire • Jul 4, 2013

People in Cincinnati have different opinions as to what goes on inside Cincinnati’s City Hall, but most would agree, it’s rarely boring. On today's Cincinnati Edition, a look at the upcoming races for mayor and city council.

Views on New Ohio Budget

By Pete Rightmire • Jul 4, 2013

Howard Wilkinson talks with Ohio Representatives Denise Driehaus, a Democrat, and Peter Stautberg, a Republican, about the new state budget.

What Ohio's new budget means to Governor Kasich

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jul 1, 2013

With Ohio's new budget now approved, Howard Wilkinson talks about what it means for Ohio and Governor Kasich. Also how the Governor's chances look for reelection.

Ohio governor signs budget

By Karen Kasler • Jul 1, 2013

After months of discussion and debate and several days of lingering questions, the state has a new two-year, $62 billion budget.

The budget includes a gradual income tax cut over three years for everyone, a 50 percent income tax cut for small businesses, an increase in the state sales tax along with an expansion to digital downloads and magazine subscriptions, and some property tax changes. Gov. John Kasich said he was pleased with it, though it didn’t include his proposed Medicaid expansion.

Governor Kasich to sign budget Sunday

By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Jun 28, 2013

The only thing that’s left for the state budget is a signature from Governor John Kasich. A signing ceremony is scheduled for Sunday night.

Though the budget that passed the House and Senate is markedly different than the one he proposed in February, Gov. John Kasich says he’s happy with it. But he says the phased in income tax cuts of 8.5%, 9% and 10%, and the 50% tax cut for small businesses, along with the increase of the state sales tax to 5.75% aren’t enough.

Is this the end of the road for opponents of Cincinnati's parking lease deal?

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jun 24, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about the latest on Cincinnati's parking lease deal and what role the controversial subject will play in the upcoming mayor's race.

Howard Wilkinson's weekly chat

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Jun 17, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about Council member Christopher Smitherman stepping down as NAACP President, and why Senator Mitch McConnell needs Rand Paul.

CORRECTION: Howard inadvertently said that Smitherman did not step down as NAACP president in the 2011 council election. He did step down.

Howard Wilkinson's weekly chat

By Jay Hanselman • Jun 10, 2013

Howard Wilkinson's weekly political chat for June 10, 2013.

What effect will Cincinnati's budget have in the fall election? Howard Wilkinson has some thoughts

By Howard Wilkinson • Jun 3, 2013

Cincinnati has a new budget, but some compromises made could play a bit part in this fall's Council and Mayor's race. Howard Wilkinson shares his thoughts.

Seelbach gets national award

By Jay Hanselman • May 20, 2013

A Cincinnati Council Member will be at the White House Wednesday afternoon to accept an award.

Chris Seelbach is one of ten people being recognized this year as "Harvey Milk Champions of Change."

“The award honors elected officials who champion equality and public service,” Seelbach said. “And so I’m being honored for my attempts to make Cincinnati a place that more people feel welcome and respected.”

President Obama honored the late Harvey Milk in 2009 with America's highest civilian medal, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Howard Wilkinson talks about Connie Pillich running for state treasurer

By Maryanne Zeleznik • May 20, 2013

This week Howard Wilkinson talks about Connie Pillich running for state treasurer and the latest on the voter fraud cases in Hamilton county.

2013 Election Results

By 91.7 WVXU • May 7, 2013

Here are some of the key races we will be looking at this evening. For live coverage via Twitter, visit our Live Election Coverage page, or visit twitter.com/917wvxu.

Hamilton County (100% reporting ):

Mayoral Race
Cranley 58%
Qualls 42%

David Mann looking for endorsement

By Maryanne Zeleznik • Apr 29, 2013

WVXU political reporter Howard Wilkinson talks about why Cincinnati Council Candidate David Mann is asking the Cincinnati Democratic committee again for an endorsement. He'll also talk about Mitch McConnell fighting for his Senate seat in Kentucky.

Mayor takes back staff raises

By Tana Weingartner • Apr 26, 2013

Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory is rescinding raises he gave to several of his staff this week.

In a statement Mallory says:

“I am rescinding the raises that I gave my staff and returning all salaries to the previous levels. Although the changes that I made in my office structure resulted in a saving of $66,000 to be used in next year’s budget, I realize that the perception has had a negative effect on the morale of other City Employees."

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