Fairfield County has moved its 911 operations to a next‑generation system that improves location accuracy and accepts photos, video and text from callers.

One person was shot early Sunday on the 6000 block of Channingway Boulevard in Walnut Hills. Police are investigating and seeking tips.

A Springfield man was sentenced to life with parole eligibility after 20 years in the Oct. 31, 2025, stabbing death of Quintez Hubert, court records show.

Two rival bills in Columbus would either ban or tightly regulate NIL deals for Ohio middle and high school athletes. Lawmakers will weigh testimony and OHSAA data as hearings continue.

Columbus finalized annexation and rezoning for Timberland Springs, clearing 139.36 acres for a roughly 282‑lot Arbor Homes neighborhood with buffers and road upgrades.

The water-gun "Senior Tag" tradition is back in Central Ohio this spring, prompting storefront signs, school bans and police warnings. Neighbors and officials say safety is the concern.

Final chance to shape the Linden Green Line — the online survey closes April 10 and a public workshop is set for April 22.

Powell’s new Lani Rooftop Lounge has opened above COhatch Powell, offering tropical‑leaning cocktails, globally inspired small plates and panoramic downtown views.

Two drivers were killed Wednesday in a head-on crash on U.S. 23 in Scioto Township. The Ohio State Highway Patrol says the Silverado was traveling the wrong way and the crash is under investigation.

A Lancaster man was sentenced after pleading guilty to trying to strangle two people while detained at the Multi‑County Juvenile Detention Center. Prosecutors say the attacks involved handcuffs and journaled threats.

Columbus approved roughly $5.4M in council‑approved settlements in 2025, from policing cases to a fatal fire‑engine crash. The largest single payout was $1.8M.

Freeze Warning until 10 a.m. Wednesday, patchy frost this morning before a sunny warm-up.

Louisville's Biscuit Belly is taking over the former Hot Chicken Takeover space in Grandview Heights, permits are on file and the chain is already hiring.