The buckeye tree (Aesculus glabra) became Ohio’s official state tree in 1953. Native to North America, it produces shiny brown nuts with a light spot—looking like a deer’s eye, which is how the tree got its …

Ohio buckeye has showy yellow-green flowers in early spring, emerging just before or with the foliage. Their stamens (pollen-bearing structures) are long and extend far beyond the petals, whereas the …

2 days ago · An ICE enforcement surge in December, called "Operation Buckeye," has led to continued fear in Columbus immigrant communities. Advocates report that while the initial surge has lessened, …

Buckeye, any of about six species of North American trees and shrubs in the genus Aesculus of the soapberry family (Sapindaceae). The name refers to the resemblance of the nutlike seed, which has …

Aesculus glabra, commonly known as Ohio buckeye, [2] Texas buckeye, [3] fetid buckeye[3] is a species of tree in the soapberry family (Sapindaceae) native to North America.

3 days ago · The U.S. Department of Homeland Security highlighted the success of Operation Buckeye, a targeted enforcement operation conducted throughout the state of Ohio during December 16-21, …

ICE says Operation Buckeye began December 16 and targeted people with felony convictions and prior removal orders across Columbus and other parts of Ohio, as local officials reiterated that city ...

The origin of this nickname, which dates from early pioneer days, is not completely known. Ohio may have become known as the Buckeye State simply because many large, economically important …

Dec 30, 2025 · The Ohio Immigrant Alliance said over 200 people in Ohio were detained by ICE on the days leading up to Christmas. Among those detained were 2 U.S. Citizens from Puerto Rico.

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