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Proposals would restrict abortions

In what anti-abortion advocates called a “monumental” and “groundbreaking” move, Ohio’s Senate approved a bill Wednesday that would almost entirely ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy in a 23-9 vote.

Pot ballot showdown looming

The Ohio House Wednesday passed a fast-moving proposal that some say could block an effort to legalize marijuana, which also appears to be in its own fast lane toward the November ballot.

Comma’s day in court

They say you can’t fight City Hall but a West Jefferson woman found you can. With a little help from a comma.

Report: Columbus water gets clean bill of health

The timing may be ironic, or just awkward, after a two-week-long advisory warning some residents not to drink their city-provided water, but an annual report says the water from the city’s plants is safe.

Crew SC 2, Revolution 1

MLS scoring leader Kei Kamara had two goals, and the Columbus Crew SC snapped a six-game winless streak with a 2-1 comeback victory over the New England Revolution last night.

Indians 8, Tigers 2

The Indians beat Detroit in Cleveland for the first time this year as Carlos Carrasco gave up two runs and five hits in eight innings of an 8-2 win.

Reds 5, Pirates 2

Gerrit Cole was unable to become the year’s first 12-game winner, allowing five runs and eight hits before leaving in the fifth inning of the Pirates’ 5-2 loss to Cincinnati.

Tides 5, Clippers 4 (12)

Sean Halton’s two-out RBI double in the 12th inning gave the Norfolk Tides a 5-4 win over the Clippers Thursday, completing a three-game sweep at Huntington Park.