Judge Joy Malek Oldfield's work with Summit County's Turning Point Program earned her the Dr. Robert M. Smith Innovation Award for impacting those with addiction and mental health issues.

A juvenile faces 68 charges for a string of vehicle break-ins in Columbus, with police linking them to a larger crime pattern. The suspect is already in custody on unrelated charges.

The Columbus Division of Fire celebrates veteran Firefighter Mike Powell as he teaches his final extrication class to rescue technician recruits halfway through their 6-week program.

The forecast for the Ohio Valley includes a cloudy weekend with potential light rain, especially Saturday night to Sunday morning, followed by drier conditions into the next week.

Ohio State University broke the record for the largest gathering of people in party hats with 1,924 participants, surpassing a previous record. The event also supported mental health initiatives.

The Columbus Police highlighted their efforts against domestic violence on Facebook, marking Domestic Violence Awareness Month and detailing charges like strangulation and assault.

The Ohio AG's "Shine a Light on Dumpers" initiative to tackle illegal dumping received an award, highlighting collaborative efforts and support for local law enforcement.

Ohio House passes a bill to update the Certificate of Qualification for Employment program, reducing the waiting period for felons to re-enter the workforce.

Dublin Police Department joins national CAPS initiative aimed at improving law enforcement leadership and enhancing community trust, with Sergeant Howard leading the effort.

ServeOhio offers grants for Ohio community projects honoring MLK, with applications due from October 25 to November 13, 2025, for initiatives between January 1-31, 2026.

Ohio reports a high rate of teen drivers not wearing seat belts properly, with many fatalities resulting from this issue. Enforcement of seat belt laws and new driver's education aim to improve safety among young drivers.

ODNR is planning "America 250-Ohio Celebration" events for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, featuring outdoor and educational activities statewide.

The City of Upper Arlington advises checking and changing smoke alarm batteries as Daylight Saving Time ends, emphasizing the importance of this safety measure.