Ohio’s race for governor enters its final stretch as Dr. Amy Acton campaigns alongside former President Barack Obama, while Republican Vivek Ramaswamy makes his case with voters. We also have the latest on the chemical leak in Toledo, including new EPA air-monitoring results. Plus, a measles outbreak grows in Pike County as health officials urge vigilance and vaccination. We highlight Ohio State’s Give Veterans a Smile program, which helps veterans access dental care, and meet a Dublin artist turning giant pumpkins into celebrity masterpieces just in time for Halloween all while raising money for breast cancer.
Ohio Governor's Race Heats Up
With Election Day approaching, Dr. Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy are making their final campaign stops across Ohio. Former President Barack Obama joined Acton in Cleveland, while Ramaswamy faces continued backlash over a controversial campaign ad featuring Acton's estranged mother. Both candidates are making multiple stops over the next week.
Toledo Chemical Leak Update
The EPA reports extremely low levels of glycidyl methacrylate detected following last week's chemical leak in Toledo. Air monitoring continues as investigators work to determine what caused the leak that forced thousands of residents from their homes.
97.1 the Fan's Tyvis Powell
Ohio State climbs to No. 2 in the latest AP Top 25 poll. We look ahead to the Buckeyes' upcoming matchup against USC. Also, it was a very good weekend for the Browns and the Bengals.
Measles Outbreak in Pike County
Confirmed measles cases in Pike County have climbed to 22, with two additional suspected cases. We revisit what health officials want people to know about symptoms, exposure risks, isolation and the importance of vaccination.
Give Veterans a Smile
Ohio State University's College of Dentistry is helping veterans access dental care through its Give Veterans a Smile program. Organizer Jenna Hickman joins us to explain how the program works and how veterans can receive care.
Dublin Pumpkin Artist
Meet Jeanette Paras, the Dublin artist known for transforming giant pumpkins into recognizable celebrity faces. This year's creation features Dolly Parton (she calls her pumpkin Dolly Part-kin), and she shares how the Halloween tradition began, the creative process and the charitable cause behind her work.