News In Focus with Chris Long

Ohio Medicaid Fraud - The Exploding Story

Ohio Medicaid Fraud - The Exploding Story

We told you back in February that this story of the fraud problem was a ticking time bomb, well the bomb has gone off. In late December/early January, Columbus officials scrambled to get out in front of the childcare fraud in Ohio. Nick Shirley’s reports out of Minnesota gave detailed information on the Somalian fraud of greater Minneapolis. Eyes quickly turned to Ohio, with the second largest Somalian population in America. John Solomon of Just the News reported on the federal records that $136 million in paper cash trafficked through John Glenn International Airport in the year 2023 alone from the Somalian community of Columbus to the Somalian community of Minneapolis. It was packaged with millions more from the Somalian community in greater Minneapolis, a total of $700 million, and sent to Mogadishu, Somalia in North Africa and to the terrorist group Al-Shabaab. With these reports, state legislators began scrambling to obtain more information from the DeWine Administration from the Department of Children and Youth and the Department of Medicaid. Here to join me is Pastor Bob Hess to discuss the update on the breaking news from Minneapolis from the Assistant U.S. Attorney General Colin McDonald that fifteen people were indicted with a Medicaid fraud scheme totally $90 million. Mr. McDonald was joined by HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr., and Dr. Oz. Mr. McDonald announced that this is just the beginning. It has been reported that Vice President JD Vance will be in Ohio the first week of June to make a major announcement on the fraud investigations in Ohio. 

Bill Federer on the New Revival and the Second Great Awakening

Bill Federer on the New Revival and the Second Great Awakening

Author and historian Bill Federer who lectures on American history details the revival that broke out just before the Civil War. The dramatic spiritual events sweeping the country with the Abolitionist Movement paved the way for the abolishment of slavery and led to the Civil War. A key evangelist of the Second Great Awakening was Charles Finney, founder of Oberlin College. As the revival fires of the Second Great Awakening spread across the country, it also went overseas and birthed a number of organizations that are still with us today, including the YMCA, Salvation Army, and Boy Scouts of America. Tune in and tell a friend. 

Federal Authorities Investigating Somalian Fraud in Columbus

Federal Authorities Investigating Somalian Fraud in Columbus

On this week's News in Focus, now that the midterm Primary is concluded, the midterm General Election campaign begins. Breaking news this week in Columbus as Attorney General Dave Yost submits his resignation to Governor DeWine and takes a new position with Alliance Defending Freedom as Vice President of Strategic Research and Innovation. 

Breaking News: Federal authorities are now on the ground in Columbus, investigating the Somalian Medicaid fraud. Vice President JD Vance, tasked by President Trump to lead the new fraud investigating effort, stated, "These shocking allegations, if true, show why the fraud taskforce work is so important. I'm directing the task force to look into it and take immediate action to prosecute any fraudsters involved and stop all further payments as appropriate." 

A major announcement from federal authorities on the Ohio Somalian fraud is expected in the next few weeks. 

Tune in to News in Focus to listen to the details. 

The New Revival Spreading Across America- Part 2

The New Revival Spreading Across America- Part 2

In February of 2023, what began as a student-led chapel grew into a present-day revival. First, on the campus of Asbury College in Kentucky, and then spread like a wildfire to numerous universities and colleges and high school campuses across the country. The outdoor meetings of open air preaching, decisions for Christ, and baptism all but ended with the public assassination of Charlie Kirk, an outspoken Christian conservative. The question was: Was that the end of the movement? Suspicion, conspiracy, and fear filled the atmosphere among the college student crowd. Then, something happened. The movement hadn't ended; it moved indoors to churches across America. Congregations began seeing surges of young people under the age of forty fill the pews on Sunday morning. Now, the open-air meetings have continued. Here to discuss what he is witnessing in churches across America is our good friend Tim Throckmorton, National Director of Church Engagement for The Family Research Council. Tim has witnessed young people in significant numbers filling the churches that he visits and speaks at. In his own denomination, the National Conference Meetings reported that salvations and baptisms were up and that many churches were seeing an increase in youth attendance. 

The Asbury College Revival Continues Three Years Later and Has Spread Across the Nation

The Asbury College Revival Continues Three Years Later and Has Spread Across the Nation

In February of 2023, what began as a student-led chapel grew into a present-day revival. First, on the campus of Asbury College in Kentucky, and then spread like a wildfire to numerous universities and colleges and high school campuses across the country. The outdoor meetings of open air preaching, decisions for Christ, and baptism all but ended with the public assassination of Charlie Kirk, an outspoken Christian conservative. The question was: Was that the end of the movement? Suspicion, conspiracy, and fear filled the atmosphere among the college student crowd. Then, something happened. The movement hadn't ended; it moved indoors to churches across America. Congregations began seeing surges of young people under the age of forty fill the pews on Sunday morning. Now, the open-air meetings have continued. Here to discuss the new revival is my pastor friend, Bishop John T. Coats. This is the first in a four-part series on the new revival.

JOEL 2:23 Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month.

Neil Patel - Candidate for the 13th Congressional District - Candidate Spotlight

Neil's journey embodies the American dream and the power of dedicated public service. As a community leader, Neil has forged partnerships that transcend borders, cultures, and political divides - bringing unprecedented economic opportunities to Ohio.
His unwavering commitment to unity, empowerment, and integrity has positioned him as a transformational leader who believes that government must serve all people, not just the connected. Through decades of diplomatic excellence, community advocacy, and business leadership, Neil has championed economic empowerment, educational access, and social justice across Ohio's diverse communities, creating thousands of jobs and facilitating billions in investment.  www.neilforohio.com 

Carey Coleman - Candidate for the 13th Congressional District in the Candidate Spotlight

Carey Coleman is a longtime Northeast Ohio radio host, community leader, and conservative voice who believes America works best when hardworking families, not political insiders, set the direction of our country. For decades, Carey also served as a TV meteorologist on national, statewide, and local Northeast Ohio outlets, delivering critical weather coverage and public safety information to millions of viewers and listeners. For years, Carey has used his platform to give everyday citizens a voice, ask the tough questions politicians avoid, and stand up for common-sense values rooted in faith, freedom, and personal responsibility. To learn more visit www.careycoleman.com   

Jay Edwards - Candidate for Ohio State Treasurer - Candidate Spotlight

Jay Edwards - Candidate for Ohio State Treasurer - Candidate Spotlight

Jay Edwards is a native son of Southeast Ohio. Born and raised in Nelsonville, Jay first ran for office in 2016 at the age of 27. Inspired to run by President Trump, Jay flipped a democrat seat to become a member of the Ohio House of Representatives where he served until 2025 due to term limits.

As State Representative, Jay served as the House Finance Committee Chair where he sponsored and passed a $3.2 billion dollar tax cut, and universal school choice.

Jay lives in Nelsonville with his partner, Jayde and their three children.  Jay discusses his run for Ohio Treasurer of State and will be on the May 5th Republican Primary Ballot. 

Kristina Roegner - Candidate for State Treasurer-Candidate Spotlight

Kristina Roegner - Candidate for State Treasurer-Candidate Spotlight

Kristina Roegner is a resident of Summit County. Her work background includes:  Field engineer and project manager for Westinghouse Power Generation Service Division, where she was responsible for leading teams to overhaul large turbines and generators at power plants across the country. Graduating cum laude in 1990, Kristina has a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Tufts University. She also holds a Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in finance and strategic management from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.

In this Candidate Spotlight, Ms. Roegner discusses her candidacy for Ohio State Treasurer and her positions on fiscal accountability of state and local government. 

Secretary of State Candidate Marcell Strbich - Candidate Spotlight

Secretary of State Candidate Marcell Strbich - Candidate Spotlight

Marcell Strbich is a resident of Centerville, Ohio and is a retired Lt. Colonel in the United States Air Force. He is running for Secretary of State in the Republican Primary of May 5th. Marcell has travelled the state of Ohio, speaking with citizens' groups on the issue of election integrity. Marcell discusses his ten-point plan for the Secretary of State office. Listen to this detailed interview to learn the specifics. Tune in and tell a friend. These candidate forum interviews are for informational purposes only.