Cheryl Stephens

Though polling suggests it's unlikely Ohioans will choose Nan Whaley and Cheryl Stephens over incumbents Mike DeWine and Jon Husted, the race has already made a historical impact.

This week, the two Democratic candidates for Ohio governor, John Cranley and Nan Whaley, rolled out their choices for running mates with great fanfair. But does it really matter?

Nan Whaley announced Wednesday she's selected Cheryl Stephens to join her ticket in the race for the Democratic nomination in the Ohio governor's race.

Pernel Jones Jr., the Cleveland funeral director who has served on Cuyahoga County Council since its creation a decade ago, won election as the body’s president Monday. He ran unopposed for the job, winning unanimous support from council’s seven Democrats and three Republicans. Jones, who has served as council’s vice president since 2015, replaces prior council president Dan Brady, who retired last month.