Ohio official rebuffs idea of challenging Kasich

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio's elections chief has squelched rumors he might be preparing to challenge Gov. John Kasich (KAY'-sik) in a Republican primary two years from now.

Secretary of State Jon Husted (HYOO'-sted) told reporters Thursday that if he runs for anything in 2014 it would be for re-election to his current job, where he oversees business filings and elections in the battleground state.

The 45-year-old Husted has served as state senator and speaker of the Ohio House. He's widely mentioned as an eventual contender for the governorship.

His remarks came at a news conference held to certify results of the 2012 election, including Democratic President Barack Obama's victory in Ohio.

Husted said deciding his political future is less a priority this week than wrapping up the election and being with his family.

Your VoteMore>>
Former Gov. Strickland won't run again in 2014
Former Gov. Strickland won't run again in 2014
Updated: Tuesday, January 8 2013 3:17 PM EST2013-01-08 20:17:40 GMT
"Today, I am announcing my decision not to seek election as Governor of Ohio in 2014," said Ted Strickland, former Governor of Ohio. "In many ways, this has been a very difficult decision. I look backMore >>
Former Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced Tuesday that he will not run for that office in 2014.More >>
Mich. governor signs new emergency manager law
Mich. governor signs new emergency manager law
Gov. Rick Snyder has signed a law that gives distressed communities the ability to choose an emergency manager or other remedies to fix their finances.More >>
Gov. Rick Snyder has signed a law that gives distressed communities the ability to choose an emergency manager or other remedies to fix their finances.More >>
Ohio Senate wants to change redistricting process
Ohio Senate wants to change redistricting process
Updated: Thursday, December 13 2012 6:27 PM EST2012-12-13 23:27:52 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - State senators on Thursday cast largely symbolic votes supporting a bipartisan plan to change the way Ohio draws political maps. The Senate passed the measure almost unanimouslyMore >>
State senators on Thursday cast largely symbolic votes supporting a bipartisan plan to change the way Ohio draws political maps.More >>
One issue likely to dominate Mayoral campaign
One issue likely to dominate Mayoral campaign
Updated: Monday, December 10 2012 4:06 PM EST2012-12-10 21:06:28 GMT
The presidential election is over so now Toledo voters can turn their attention to the mayor's race.Mayor Mike Bell (I) has not announced whether he'll run for re-election but some challengers are closeMore >>
The presidential election is over so now Toledo voters can turn their attention to the mayor's race.Mayor Mike Bell (I) has not announced whether he'll run for re-election but some challengers are closeMore >>
Obama arrives at suburban Detroit auto factory
Obama arrives at suburban Detroit auto factory
President Barack Obama has arrived at Detroit Metropolitan Airport on a trip to visit a suburban Detroit auto plant.More >>
President Barack Obama has arrived at a suburban Detroit auto plant for a visit geared to the economy and his administration's tax standoff with congressional Republicans.More >>

RegionalMore>>
Medical marijuana issue clears Ohio ballot board
Medical marijuana issue clears Ohio ballot board
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 9:57 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:57:54 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana and certain uses of hemp has cleared Ohio's ballot board. The panel's approval Thursday sends the issue into itsMore >>
A proposed constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana and certain uses of hemp has cleared Ohio's ballot board.More >>
Ohio election review finds no voter fraud epidemic
Ohio election review finds no voter fraud epidemic
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:02 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:02:17 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio's elections chief said Thursday a first-of-its-kind statewide review found instances of voter fraud in the battleground state during last year's presidential election but notMore >>
Ohio's elections chief said Thursday a first-of-its-kind statewide review found instances of voter fraud in the battleground state during last year's presidential election but not rampant abuses.More >>
100 Harpists gather in Sauder Village
100 Harpists gather in Sauder Village
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 2:33 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:33:40 GMT
If you're in Archbold and you hear the sound of 100 harps, you're not just hearing things. The 6th annual Harp Gathering is underway May 16-19th.Denise Grupp-Verbon co-founded the festival with her husband.More >>
If you're in Archbold and you hear the sound of 100 harps, you're not just hearing things. The 6th annual Harp Gathering is underway May 16-19th.Denise Grupp-Verbon co-founded the festival with her husband.More >>
The Great Lakes could be in for a stormy summer
The Great Lakes could be in for a stormy summer
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:46:40 GMT
The month of May will likely end up in the top 10 list for the driest May's on record. Despite the dry month it does not look like we are headed for a repeat performance of last year's drought and extremeMore >>
The summer forecast calls for above average rainfall for most of the Great Lakes region with near average temperatures.More >>
Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell
Toledo Republicans may back Independent Mike Bell
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:11:42 GMT
The Toledo mayor's race may be a crowded affair but so far no viable Republicans. All seven announced candidates have to first file petitions and be certified by the Lucas County Board of Elections.More >>
Toledo Mayor Mike Bell has the financial backing of Republicans and the Independent could get the party's endorsement.More >>

Top StoriesMore>>
Perrysburg Twp. packaging plant closing this summer; 126 employees affected
Perrysburg Twp. packaging plant closing this summer; 126 employees affected
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:03:13 GMT
A Perrysburg Township packaging plant is closing this summer, affecting 126 employees at the location. We're told an agreement allowing Diamond Crystal Brands to sell Splenda sweetener will expire atMore >>
A Perrysburg Township packaging plant is closing this summer, affecting 126 employees at the location.More >>
Bridge collapses in NW Wash., sending people into water
Bridge collapses in NW Wash., sending people into water
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:10:04 GMT
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) - The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water. Trooper Mark FrancisMore >>
The Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon collapsed Thursday evening, dumping vehicles and people into the water, the Washington State Patrol said.More >>
NW population declining, but grads plan to return
NW population declining, but grads plan to return
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:09 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:09:10 GMT
The U.S. Census Bureau released new population numbers. Most Lucas County communities, including Toledo, lost residents.More >>
The U.S. Census Bureau released new population numbers, and most Lucas County communities, including Toledo, lost residents.
More >>
Medical marijuana issue clears Ohio ballot board
Medical marijuana issue clears Ohio ballot board
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 9:57 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:57:54 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana and certain uses of hemp has cleared Ohio's ballot board. The panel's approval Thursday sends the issue into itsMore >>
A proposed constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana and certain uses of hemp has cleared Ohio's ballot board.More >>
Jurors deadlock on Jodi Arias penalty; retrial set
Jurors deadlock on Jodi Arias penalty; retrial set
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:40:05 GMT
PHOENIX (AP) - The jury in Jodi Arias' trial was dismissed Thursday after failing to reach a unanimous decision on whether the woman they convicted of murdering her one-time boyfriend should be sentencedMore >>
The jury in Jodi Arias' trial was dismissed Thursday after failing to reach a unanimous decision on whether the woman they convicted of murdering her one-time boyfriend should be sentenced to life or death in a case that has captured headlines worldwide with its sex, lies, violence.More >>
Boy Scouts vote to end ban on gay scouts
Boy Scouts vote to end ban on gay scouts
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:38:38 GMT
(ABC News) -- The Boy Scouts of America today voted to lift its longtime national ban on admitting openly gay Scouts but will continue to exclude openly gay adults from leadership roles. The voteMore >>
The Boy Scouts of America today voted to lift its longtime national ban on admitting openly gay Scouts but will continue to exclude openly gay adults from leadership roles.More >>
Valarie Williams thanks TPD officers for saving her life
Valarie Williams thanks TPD officers for saving her life
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:02:06 GMT
The 27-year-old woman who was on the ground staring into the barrel of a shotgun says Toledo police officers saved her life. Valarie Williams tells 13 ABC's Christine Long that it is nothing short ofMore >>
The 27-year-old woman who was on the ground staring into the barrel of a shotgun says Toledo police officers saved her life. As a man stood over her pointing a shotgun to her face, Valerie Williams says, "It was like an angel came because the cops pulled up."More >>
Families shocked with enormous utility bills
Families shocked with enormous utility bills
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:22:19 GMT
Some families in Maumee were surprised to open their utility bills and find some were ten times the normal amount. Many come from the Wrenworth subdivision and say they've been getting these very highMore >>
Some families in Maumee were surprised to open their utility bills and find some were ten times the normal amount. Many come from the Wrenworth subdivision and say they've been getting these very high bills recently and now they're asking why. At least one family did not get an actual meter reading in several months.
More >>
African American Male Wellness Walk planned in Toledo
African American Male Wellness Walk planned in Toledo
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:25:21 GMT
Planning is underway for the First Annual African American Male Wellness Walk in Toledo. The walk will be held August 3, 2013 at the African American Legacy Project located at 1326 Collingwood Boulevard.More >>
Planning is underway for the First Annual African American Male Wellness Walk in Toledo. The walk will be held August 3, 2013 at the African American Legacy Project. Go to 13abc.com for details.More >>
Port Authority to put levy request on November ballot
Port Authority to put levy request on November ballot
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:16:18 GMT
The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority will put a levy request before voters this fall. The board of directors officially decided today to put a five year tax levy on the November 5th ballot. Port AuthorityMore >>
The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority will put a levy request before voters this fall. Port Authority leaders say the levy will help to continue its community development efforts.More >>

Ohio official rebuffs idea of challenging Kasich - WICU12/WSEE Erie, PA News, Sports, Weather and Events

Ohio official rebuffs idea of challenging Kasich

Your VoteMore>>

RegionalMore>>

Top StoriesMore>>

Area Events Calendar

See It, Shoot It, Send It!