AGP Executive Report

Elder Abuse Alarm: Ohio’s outgoing AG Dave Yost says reported senior abuse has surged 400% in seven years, but only about 1 in 5 cases gets reported—leaving thousands at risk. Toledo Festival Shooting: Police are still hunting suspects after gunfire near Toledo’s Old West End Festival left 12 people injured, including two in critical condition, with officials saying it may have involved an exchange between shooters. Data Center Backlash: In Columbus-area suburbs, residents are pushing to ban data centers statewide, arguing they’re reshaping neighborhoods and driving up costs. PGA in Dublin: J.T. Poston won the Memorial Tournament in a playoff after a rain-marred, marathon final day at Muirfield Village. High School Track: OHSAA state meets wrapped with standout performances across divisions, including Ashland’s Sadie Walter earning medals in hurdles. Rail History: Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is making its first Ohio stop in the Cleveland area as part of a 250th-anniversary tour.

Toledo Festival Shooting: Police say at least two gunmen fired near the Old West End Festival Saturday, wounding 12 people; two were in critical condition and victims ranged from 14 to 61, mostly in their early 20s. The rest of the festival was canceled Sunday as investigators searched for suspects and urged attendees to share photos or videos. State Response: Gov. Mike DeWine, U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, and Sen. Jon Husted condemned the violence and called for a safe summer for families. Local Sports: At the PGA Memorial in Dublin, Ohio, J.T. Poston grabbed a four-stroke lead after a storm-interrupted third round. High School Sports: Division III state track relays featured heavy local competition, with area teams stacking the podium. Community Politics: Preble County’s Republican Probity Women announced two $1,000 scholarships due June 15 for eligible Republican women pursuing higher education.

Toledo Festival Shooting: Gunfire near the Old West End Festival left at least 12 people wounded Saturday, including two in critical condition. Police say it appears at least two people were shooting at each other, and suspects are still at large as detectives review witness interviews, video, and scene footage. Gov. Response: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the incident “deeply” concerning and said summer festivals should be safe for families. High School Sports—Track: Clear Fork’s Taylor Bly won Division III state 400-meter gold, becoming the first individual track champion in school history. High School Sports—Relays: Ontario Warriors repeated as Division III girls 4x400 state champions. High School Sports—Softball: Kings High School advanced in OHSAA Division II state softball after a semifinal win in Akron. PGA Tour—Memorial: Weather repeatedly delayed play at Muirfield Village in Dublin, with the third round suspended and set to resume Sunday.

Ohio Sports & Community: Northmont’s Lady Bolts shut down Troy 7-0 in a Div. II regional semifinal at Mason, with Jadyn Johnson and Adee Kautz leading the charge. PGA in Ohio: The Memorial Tournament heads into Round 3 with J.T. Poston atop the leaderboard and a weather shift bringing scattered storms and lightning chances. Local Education: Licking Heights principal Dawn McCloud was named Ohio’s 2026 OASSA Zone 10 High School Principal of the Year. School Safety & Justice: Gratis council voted to terminate Police Chief Tonina Lamanna after an investigation tied her to ICE-related school welfare checks and other leadership concerns. Public Safety & Health: Mackenzie Shirilla’s prison record and new claims from a former inmate are reigniting scrutiny of her case. Travel & Business: Southwest adds Puerto Rico routes, including new service tied to Columbus, Ohio. Consumer Watch: GasBuddy reports Ohio County’s lowest midgrade price at $4.55 and diesel as low as $5.99 in the week ending May 30.

Ohio Courts & Public Safety: A woman accused of assaulting a teenage ice hockey referee in July 2025 will soon have her record cleared after being allowed to complete an Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program, with probation, counseling and community service. Privacy & Law Enforcement Tech: Ohio lawmakers are weighing guardrails to limit sharing of license plate camera data as similar proposals spread nationwide amid concerns about long-term tracking. Local Crime: Police identified Lorenzo Miller, 39, as the man shot and killed by a West Chester officer after he allegedly threatened a woman with a knife; the woman was released from the hospital. Drugs: Mercer County authorities arrested three people after a search warrant turned up suspected methamphetamine and other drugs in Coldwater. Roads & Business: A Rossford roundabout project is disrupting access to downtown businesses, with some owners reporting major traffic drops. Veterans Housing: The VA’s partial claim program for struggling veterans’ home loans opens for submissions June 15. Sports (Ohio): J.T. Poston surged at the Memorial in Dublin, taking a one-shot lead heading into the weekend.

Ohio Politics & Courts: A Summit County grand jury has reindicted former FirstEnergy executives Michael Dowling and Charles Jones in the $60M HB6 bribery case after an earlier hung jury, with AG Dave Yost saying ratepayers will get justice. Public Safety: An Ohio pastor and school bus driver, Christopher Walter, was charged with sexual battery and grooming, with prosecutors citing his clergy role. Local Governance/Development: Mansfield City Council unanimously approved a second Buc-ee’s location, with the company fronting $15M for infrastructure and recouping it via a sales-tax surcharge over up to 20 years. State/Regional Weather: The Storm Prediction Center flags a severe-storm risk Saturday, including damaging winds and an elevated tornado threat across parts of northern Ohio. Sports (Ohio): Willard’s La Mya Hicks won the OHSAA Division IV long jump title in Columbus, and Clermont County athletes competed in day two of the Jesse Owens State Track meet. Business & Consumer Life: Subway will let customers order for delivery through the Walmart app in select Ohio stores, expanding to about 1,400 locations nationwide by summer’s end.

Ohio Fraud Crackdown: DOJ and Ohio officials announced charges against 9 defendants tied to more than $42 million in fraud, part of a broader federal-state push to seize assets and stop Medicaid and other schemes. Federal-State Partnership: The same effort includes SBA action suspending 27,486 Ohio borrowers tied to about $1.1 billion in suspected PPP/EIDL fraud. Local Governance: Grandview Heights kicked off public input for its first parks and recreation master plan update since 2007, asking residents to shape priorities for facilities and programming. Public Safety: Toledo residents demanded accountability after body-cam video of officers’ profanity toward teens sparked calls for firings and even a police chief’s resignation. Sports (Ohio): Denison won the NCAA Division III baseball title in Eastlake, beating Endicott 4-3 in 10 innings after a 3-0 deficit; Harrison High School baseball also reached the state tournament for the first time in program history. State Spotlight: Willard’s La Mya Hicks made school history by winning the Division IV girls long jump state championship.

Ohio Politics & Courts: Ohio State University agreed to a nearly $100M settlement in its long-running sex abuse case involving former doctor Richard Strauss, with trustees approving deals for 279 of 280 remaining claimants. Public Safety: A northwest Ohio school bus driver and pastor were arrested on alleged child sex charges, including grooming. State Budget: Ohio lawmakers advanced a proposed $3.7B capital budget that funnels money to projects across northwest Ohio, including UT/BGSU, Toledo Museum of Art, Fort Meigs, parks, fairgrounds, and theaters. Weather: NOAA issued a G3 geomagnetic storm alert for June 4-5, with northern lights possible across several states including parts of Ohio. College Sports Policy: Nick Saban testified as Congress debates the Protect College Sports Act after LSU’s Lane Kiffin hire reignited fights over NIL, transfers, and in-season coaching moves. Local Sports: DeSales girls lacrosse reached the Division II state final; Orange’s tennis teams took third at the OHSAA Division II state tournament. Business/Health: Align Capital Partners is acquiring Heritage Imaging, a mobile diagnostic imaging provider serving rural and underserved markets.

War Powers Fight (Ohio ties): The U.S. House voted 215-208 to force President Trump to withdraw from the Iran war unless Congress approves further military action, with four Republicans—including Warren Davidson of Ohio—joining Democrats in the rebuke. Local Public Safety: Youngstown released details of a May 18 crash where a police cruiser hit a Kia Rio, sending the driver and passenger to St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital; the report cites the officer “swerving to avoid.” City Hall / Utilities: Youngstown council is weighing a proposed up-to-$130,000 study for SOBE Thermal’s downtown steam-heat troubles, seeking more specifics before funding. Healthcare Oversight: A House hearing spotlighted alleged Medicaid waiver fraud in Ohio’s home-care system, with claims of widespread improper billing. Sports (Ohio): The Guardians beat the Yankees 5-4 with three Cleveland homers, while the Scrappers’ Jason Stanford returned to Niles as pitching coach. Business/Tech: GE Aerospace says it completed megawatt-class hybrid-electric propulsion testing at its Ohio facility ahead of flight trials.

Ohio Medicaid Fraud: A Texas lawmaker’s task force opened a hearing on “universal basic fraud,” alleging Ohio’s Medicaid waiver system has let fraudsters drain $1.2 billion and calling for tougher oversight. Ohio Courts: The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Hamilton County police interviews can proceed after a lawyer is appointed if a suspect signs a waiver, rejecting a bid to suppress statements in a 2022 shooting case. Dublin & the Memorial Tournament: Scottie Scheffler is chasing a rare three-peat at the Memorial at Muirfield Village, while Rory McIlroy says U.S. Open greens shouldn’t get “out of hand” as he scouts Shinnecock Hills. Local Sports & Community: The Browns’ Andrew Berry defended trading Myles Garrett as “opportunity was too great,” and Trine University ASCE students brought home multiple awards from an Indiana-Kentucky symposium. Statehouse Culture Clash: Columbus blogger “The Rooster” was arrested on a misdemeanor warrant tied to alleged harassing photos sent to a state senator. Health & Safety: A new report highlights a pop-up barbershop model aimed at mental health support for young men of color.

Ohio Sports & Events: The Memorial Tournament tees off Thursday at Muirfield Village in Dublin with Scottie Scheffler chasing a third straight win; ESPN/Disney+ will carry coverage and the $20M purse includes a $4M winner’s share. NFL & Local Impact: Myles Garrett says the Rams trade gives him the best shot at a Super Bowl, after Cleveland dealt him to Los Angeles for Jared Verse and more. Housing & Safety: Shaker Heights Bon Air Apartments tenants say shifting hotel deadlines left families scrambling after a roof collapse displaced them. Community & Youth: The Boys and Girls Club at Bradfield Center in Lima is running a nine-week summer program for about 80 kids through July 31, mixing recreation with life skills. Local Business/Entertainment: Phoenix Theatres in North Olmsted starts ticket sales Thursday for Northeast Ohio’s first 70mm screenings. Public Health/Animals: Toledo Humane Society is caring for 39 dogs rescued from severe neglect, with grooming and rehab underway. Weather: Dry, pleasant conditions are expected to stick around through the weekend.

NFL Trade: Myles Garrett’s Browns era is over—Cleveland dealt him to the Los Angeles Rams for edge rusher Jared Verse plus draft picks, and Garrett posted a heartfelt goodbye to Northeast Ohio. Ohio Sports Spotlight: Beaver Local’s Luke Warrick heads to the Division III state track meet with a school-record 800 time and a shot at the podium. Local Community: Cleveland Heights will honor Olympic hockey gold medalist Laila Edwards with a Juneteenth weekend parade on June 14, with road closures expected. State Policy Watch: Ohio lawmakers are taking up the impact of data centers, as residents push back over water and power costs. Health & Science: New research links GLP-1 weight-loss drugs (like Wegovy and Mounjaro) to lower cancer risk and improved outcomes in early studies. Arts & Events: Akron’s Packard Music Hall will host Elvis Costello for a “Radio Soul!” stop this fall, with tickets going on sale June 5.

NFL Trade Shockwave: The Cleveland Browns traded two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Verse plus a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick, and a 2029 third-rounder—an “all-in” move that Cleveland says became easier after contract tweaks. Local Schools & Costs: Girard approved a one-year shared services deal with Liberty to split a bus mechanic/driver role, aiming to save $10,000 to $20,000. Ohio Data Center Tension: Shalersville residents packed a meeting to question a proposed Bitdeer data center, while Lordstown is weighing a 180-day moratorium on permits for small mobile reactors and battery energy storage. Courts & Speech: A federal judge ordered Ohio’s BMV to tighten rules for rejecting vanity plates and to re-review about 3,400 plates still on the banned list. Community Watch: Youngstown city council may pay up to $130,000 to study whether downtown steam-heat provider SOBE can survive. Sports & Hometown Pride: East District high school baseball honors highlighted local standouts, and Denison advanced in the Division III World Series.

Ohio Politics & Courts: Kevin McCarthy named five Republicans—including Ohio’s Jim Jordan—for the House Jan. 6 select committee, setting up a fight over who Pelosi will approve. Ohio Law & Public Safety: Ohio Supreme Court upheld customer charges for operating older power plants, while ODOT is installing wrong-way driver cameras in the Columbus area. State Policy Watch: Ohio lawmakers are pressing for more data and oversight as the state pauses data center tax breaks after forecasting errors. Local Government & Privacy: Dayton workers reportedly covered Flock Safety cameras with trash bags, reigniting debate over license-plate tracking and privacy. Sports & Ohio Connections: Ohio State’s William Buford is joining the men’s basketball staff as a program assistant; and a Toledo Sports Commission proposal aims to bring tournaments and visitors to northwest Ohio. Tragedy: A Leipsic-area crash killed a 9-year-old and critically injured a 10-year-old.

Ohio Education: Columbiana County ESC secured a $111,000 state grant for Salem’s four-week Kindergarten Boot Camp, covering staffing and supplies, while the ESC also plans to shift behavior units so Wellsville runs its own classes. Infrastructure: Brent Spence companion bridge pieces arrived on the Ohio River Sunday, with in-water work expected to start soon after crews build a cofferdam to clear the riverbed. Local Safety: Toledo Zoo fielded a bomb threat Sunday that police later deemed not credible—the second hoax threat at the zoo this year. Statehouse Tech Policy: Ohio lawmakers kicked off a review of data center impacts, as DeWine pauses new tax exemptions and committee members weigh community and infrastructure effects. Public Health/Community: A Northeast Ohio Tourette’s awareness walk in Bay Village drew families pushing “one tic at a time” support and research funding. Courts/Politics: A federal judge blocked Trump’s plan to rename and close the Kennedy Center, ordering Trump’s name removed from building and branding. Sports (Ohio): Louisville Kings clinched a UFL playoff spot and beat the Columbus Aviators 42-27 in the regular-season finale.

Browns OTAs: Jerry Jeudy says the receiver room is “crowded” but insists the plan hasn’t changed after Cleveland drafted KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston—“Zero impact on Jerry. He’s our bell cow.” Politics (Ohio ties): A report says Donald Trump has privately questioned JD Vance’s 2028 readiness, including doubts about his loyalty and foreign-policy judgment. Lottery: A Powerball ticket sold in Ohio matched four numbers for a $50,000 prize; the jackpot rolls to $180 million for June 1. Public safety: Ohio State Highway Patrol and local agencies are warning drivers about summer crash risk, especially teens and vulnerable road users. Local emergencies: A house fire on Parkwood Ave in Toledo left the home a total loss; no injuries reported. Health & science: Ohio State researchers helped explain how removing teichoic acids can flip rod-shaped bacteria into soft blobs. Schools: New data says more than 120 Ohio districts project negative cash balances by 2029, the worst rate since the Great Recession. Weather/cleanup: Moraine residents are urged to avoid puddles after a sewer overflow.