Ohio's deer season ended with hunters harvesting 232,142 deer, the seventh-highest record, despite a dip from the previous year and the impact of an EHD outbreak in certain counties.

A study from The Ohio State University shows Ohio's risk of Lyme disease now equals that of Connecticut, with infected ticks in the state rising sharply to a 47.6% infection rate.

The Midwest anticipates cold weather, with snow and freezing temperatures forecasted, impacting travel and outdoor activities. A weather system may bring light snow and a freeze by the weekend, followed by a slight warm-up next week.

NWS warns of severe, ongoing arctic chill in Ohio, advising limited outdoor time due to extreme cold and anticipating possible light snow next week, with caution for aviators due to challenging flying conditions.

Ohio school districts receive over $256K for bus safety from a state grant, with Representative Mark Johnson highlighting the importance of the funds for student transportation safety.

Ohio Minority Leaders Isaacsohn and Upchurch oppose new election directives from Secretary of State LaRose, arguing they could disenfranchise voters, especially in minority communities.

The National Weather Service issued a cold weather advisory for Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana due to extreme cold and potential snow, affecting outdoor activities and aviation conditions.

Three individuals face indictment for operating a sex trafficking ring out of a Marysville massage parlor, with charges including money laundering and promoting prostitution.

Ohio schools are receiving over $96,000 from the Ohio School Bus Safety Grant Program to improve safety features on school buses in Ashland and Medina Counties.

The trial of former FirstEnergy execs Chuck Jones and Michael Dowling, linked to Ohio's biggest bribery scandal involving House Bill 6, has begun with jury selection at the Summit County Court.

Upper Arlington announces closures due to a winter storm, affecting the Bob Crane Community Center and Municipal Services Center, while emergency services remain operational.

E’lon Hamilton, a student at West Mound Elementary, founded the Cursive for Kids club to teach cursive writing to his peers, supported by Principal Margaret Brown.

The Ohio State University has canceled in-person classes due to heavy snowfall and is moving to virtual learning. Essential services remain limited, and non-essential activities are advised to be cancelled.