DeWine backs business tax deduction as budget talks go on

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio's upcoming two-year budget should retain a business deduction that's become a sticking point in ongoing negotiations.Legislative leaders missed the June 30 deadline for approving the $69 billion spending plan and approved a 17-day temporary budget instead.It's unclear if they're in position to pass the permanent budget by the new deadline Wednesday.At issue is a $250,000 business tax deduction currently in state law. DeWine wants