CLEVELAND, Ohio - With the threat of a referendum to completely abolish property taxes in Ohio, Gov. Mike DeWine asked a task force to recommend ways to assuage homeowners’ increasing tax burden.

A panel assembled by Gov. Mike DeWine issued 20 recommendations to address Ohio's property tax issues. The group suggested allowing seniors and people with disabilities to defer property tax payments.

Ohio will eliminate two types of property tax levies that schools and local governments use to raise money. The Ohio Senate voted 21-11 on Oct. 1 to reinstate a budget provision to get rid of ...

The Ohio Senate voted to override one of Gov. Mike DeWine's budget vetoes to eliminate replacement and emergency levies.