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.

Columbus police are investigating the death of Michaela Medek as a potential domestic violence homicide following an autopsy report indicating blunt force trauma.

Delaware city seeks public input on its website redesign through a survey, aiming to improve navigation and user experience based on residents' feedback.

A former utility office supervisor in Woodsfield has been indicted on theft and other felony charges for misusing her position to write off her personal utility debts.

The Ohio State Fair announced Alison Krauss & Union Station for its 2026 lineup, following the reveal of "Weird Al" Yankovic, offering a diverse music mix.

Columbus motorists see a 13.8-cent rise in gas prices to $2.71/gallon. Despite the increase, prices are lower than last month and last year. Diesel prices dropped by 5.1 cents nationally.

Suspect Khaliq Hunt is wanted for the murder of Hannah Taylor in a road rage incident, as per Columbus Police. Despite the use of digital analysis to aid the case, Hunt's location remains unknown.

The Pickerington Police Department commemorated the 84th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack, highlighting the event's historical impact and honoring the American service members involved.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington predicts mixed rain and snow for Ohio, with cold temperatures and potential travel disruptions due to weather disturbances.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine visited children's hospitals to highlight the state's investment in pediatric cancer research, including a $5 million grant for innovative projects.