SR 113 in Lorain County has reopened, following an earlier closure due to an incident. Details of the incident are unclear, but traffic flow has resumed.

The Moser Woods Tree Farm in Bluffton, Ohio, will host an educational tour on September 6, showcasing sustainable forestry and wildlife management, after being named the 2025 Ohio Tree Farm of the Year.

Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine wants to ban kratom compounds, citing public health concerns and the rise in synthetic analogs. He's asked the state Board of Pharmacy to make them Schedule I drugs.

Ohio Auditor Keith Faber's office will release audit reports on August 26, showcasing oversight of the state's public finances and efforts to fight fraud and waste.

Ohio experiences a dry and cool weather pattern with below-normal temperatures and mostly dry conditions, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.

Central Ohio high school football kicked off with Watterson vs. Big Walnut, while defending champions Watterson and Olentangy Liberty began their seasons, with Watterson winning 37-15.

Astronomers from Ohio State University discovered that ASASSN-24fw's 8-month dimming was caused by a dust cloud, and it might be part of a binary system.

The ODNR Division of Wildlife won six ACI awards for outstanding conservation and wildlife information publications, including a first place for 'Wild Ohio' magazine.

Kendra Largent from Zanesville was convicted of stealing a wallet and using its credit cards, facing thirty-four charges. Her passengers had urged her to return the wallet.

Upper Arlington Police remind residents to secure their vehicles following a rise in thefts, emphasizing the mantra "Lock It, Hide It, Protect It" to protect valuables from opportunistic crimes.

A stolen vehicle was recovered and a suspect arrested in Columbus, Ohio, with charges including Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle and Breaking and Entering.

Mayor Ginther of Columbus, Ohio, aims to combat high living costs by increasing housing supply, citing their rank in the top 5 cities for multifamily housing permits.

A crash on I-70 East near SR 142 in Columbus caused significant delays and a complete closure of the eastbound lanes. ODOT advised commuters to expect long delays and seek alternate routes.