Betting on Ohio's evolution on gay marriage

FreedomOhio is working to place a proposal on the 2013 ballot that would amend the state constitution to guarantee that two consenting adults, whatever their gender, can marry in the state. It excludes brothers and sisters, first cousins, and bigamists; those prohibitions in state law wouldn't change. ...

Toledo Blade • Jun 4, 2012

Benefits eyed for domestic partners of city employees

Mayor Bell's office announced the measure late Thursday, which would extend benefits to the domestic partners of city employees, provided they have certified their status with Toledo's Domestic Partner Registry. Both heterosexual and same-sex couples would be eligible for benefits under the proposed law. ...

Toledo Blade • Apr 30, 2012