Kathiann M. Kowalski

Texts about the $456 million charge may further undermine public confidence in the PUCO.

The biggest corruption scandal in Ohio’s history happened right under people’s noses, and much of the law at its center remains on the books.

In a consolidated case, the Ohio attorney general’s office wants to move ahead on its civil racketeering case against FirstEnergy, Energy Harbor and others.

Advocates, lawmakers, regulators and the public still can’t get all documents relevant to the state’s $60 million House Bill 6 scandal involving ousted Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder, FirstEnergy and others. Barriers include protective orders, privilege and confidentiality claims, delays and other roadblocks.