While all eyes were on Washington last week, the Ohio House of Representatives had some drama of its own in choosing a new speaker... Rep. Jon Cross joins us to discuss his legislative agenda for the coming year (at 14:42) --- To Your Health: More than 37-million Americans suffer from chronic kidney conditions, many without even realizing it... and earlier diagnosis is key in more successful treatments (at 23:23) --- Now that the holidays have passed, and with the realization that winter in Northwest Ohio is just starting to settle in... it's time to think about spring break getaways! (at 40:22)

Many small businesses that received federal pandemic loans (which were welcome relief at the time) are now on the hook for repayments, and some say the timing couldn’t be worse... What now for millions of entrepreneurs who find themselves caught between a rock and a hard place? (at 14:11) --- On the heels of last week's CES, a closer look at how today's automotive technology is already harnessing the power of AI to make roads safer even with fully autonomous vehicles still perhaps decades from reality (at 20:54) --- What's Happening: Details on programs and events for the entire community in the month of January from the Hancock County OSU Extension (at 42:26)

The protracted fight over who will be the next Speaker of the House is something none of us have seen in our lifetime... Will it have a lingering effect on Republicans' ability to capitalize on their newly-earned majority? (at 15:33) --- A showcase for everything from the practical to the futuristic to the offbeat side of technology... we have more from CES 2023 in Las Vegas (at 26:36) --- Findlay Trojans head coach Jim Rucki previews this weekend's games against Fremont Ross and Ottawa-Glandorf (at 35:36) --- Kicking off a new year of tasty and easy-to-make recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 53:53)

It's the coolest event of the year for tech junkies... What's new and next in the world of technology? What will be the hottest gadgets of the year ahead? We get the scoop direct from CES 2023 in Las Vegas (at 15:07) --- Around Town: Having fun with Legos at this month's Funday Sunday at the University of Findlay's Mazza Museum! (at 23:33) --- What's Happening: A preview of upcoming shows at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts to kick off the new year (at 42:13)

Damar Hamlin's on-field collapse Monday night was shocking, but not the first case of an athlete experiencing Sudden Cardiac Arrest... Is this another area of concern in sports, and can anything be done to prevent it? (at 14:16) --- Just when you thought you couldn't learn anything more shocking about the atrocities of the Nazis, a new historical novel brings to light a real-life breeding program reminiscent of 'The Handmaid's Tale' (at 24:33) --- What's Happening: Details on January happenings at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library... including the upcoming WinterREAD program (at 44:47)

Labor shortages and rising employer costs have been a major story of the past year, but a new survey finds an IRS tax credit aimed at helping small businesses with these challenges may go unclaimed by many who could benefit the most (at 16:16) --- To Your Health: Many families must account for a loved one's food allergies during holiday gatherings, but food sensitivities are even more common... and, though not as dangerous, are medically significant and not always recognized (at 23:21) --- What's Happening: New year, new activities and programs from the Hancock Park District (at 43:06)

SPECIAL REPORT: WTOL 11 meteorologist Diane Phillips gives us an update on the Christmas winter storm as the worst of the weather arrives in NW Ohio (at 15:23) --- Place your bets... Everything gamblers need to know ahead of the launch of legal sports wagering in Ohio on January 1 (at 24:34) --- A conversation with the undisputed 'King of Christmas'... NY Times best-selling author Richard Paul Evans talks about his poignant new holiday novel ''A Christmas Memory'' (at 32:31) --- Tasty and easy-to-make recipes for your New Year's celebration from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 51:20)

SPECIAL REPORT: WTOL chief meteorologist Chris Vickers shares the latest update on anticipated conditions over the holiday weekend with the approaching Christmas storm (at 15:47) --- Now is the time to prepare ahead of what is anticipated to be a major winter weather event... here's what you need to know to stay safe (at 23:39) --- US Representative Bob Latta discusses the transition to becoming the majority party in the House of Representatives in the upcoming Congress (at 32:58) --- What would you put in a time capsule to represent the year 2022? (at 55:43)

Even though Findlay's 2023 budget will have the city slipping into deficit spending, Mayor Christina Muryn joins us to explain why she's not only unconcerned, but actually excited for the year ahead (at 15:09) --- From finding new ways to work to new ways of exploring our universe, the Project Management Institute is out with their list of the 50 Most Influential Projects of 2022 (at 27:39) --- This is it... your last chance to score great deals on Amazon's hottest gift items with delivery in time for Christmas (at 46:22)

Images from the war in Ukraine dominated the news this year... and there is a way you can personally help ease the suffering of those caught in the crossfire (at 14:25) --- How older Americans who are not downsizing or moving to warmer climates in retirement are further disrupting the real estate market for younger homebuyers (at 25:35) --- To Your Health: Did you know that all the holiday stress can affect your gut health? Experts say there's a connection between our brain and our gut... does that mean it's all in our head? (at 31:09) --- Still stumped with just days to go until Christmas? We have some last-minute inspiration in our Holiday Gift Giving series (at 48:17)