A woman died and another injured in a head-on crash near the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, after a Ford swerved to avoid a vehicle and hit a Chevrolet.

The forecast for Columbus, Cincinnati, Wilmington, and nearby areas includes mid-week sunshine and weekend showers, with temperatures rising above normal on Thursday followed by cooler air on Friday.

Worthington residents showed strong support for the Firefighters-4-Kids Toy Drive, with continuous donations leading up to Christmas Eve, filling collection vehicles. The city thanked the community for their sustained generosity.

The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is hosting its "Deck the Door" holiday decorating contest and invites the public to vote for their favorite decorated door on Facebook.

Lancaster Police Department's LPD Kids and Gifts event, supported by LCPAAA and local businesses, brought holiday cheer to 11 families and 35 children, highlighting community solidarity.

Ohio is experiencing record cold temperatures, with the National Weather Service reporting the end of a snow system and the lifting of all storm advisories. A warming trend is forecast before another system arrives on Thursday.

The Ohio Supreme Court solicits public feedback on proposed rule changes that would limit an administrative judge's term to six years in certain cases. Comments are accepted until January 5, 2026.

Stuart Weitzman, a renowned shoe designer, shared his success secrets and emphasized the blend of creativity and entrepreneurship at The Ohio State University's LeadX: Unplugged series.

NWS Wilmington warns of two snow systems impacting Ohio, the first ending with 3-4 inches of accumulation and the second promising 3-6 inches, followed by Arctic air and hazardous travel conditions.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine urges the Ohio Board of Pharmacy to ban synthetic kratom compounds and expresses concerns about the natural form of kratom, highlighting health risks and overdose deaths.

A sewage leak at Norwich Township Fire Station 83 ruined holiday toy donations. The department seeks new, unwrapped toys, especially for teens, from the Hilliard community.

Fairfield County finalized its 2026 budget at $70.8 million, a 5.4% decrease from the previous year, focusing on workforce, housing, and transportation despite financial constraints.

Columbus City Schools' Superintendent warns of additional budget cuts after a $50M reduction and four school closures, as they face a potential $100M deficit.