Martin Valdivia was found dead from a gunshot wound in Columbus. Jose D. Guzman Castaneda has been arrested concerning the incident, and investigations are ongoing.

Eric Dearth received a life sentence for raping a child under 13, with possible parole after 30 years and a Tier III sex offender status upon release.

Ohio's Appalachian region receives over $8.2 million in ARC grants to boost economic growth and counter coal industry job losses through the POWER Initiative.

Ohio's Attorney General and 24 others filed a brief to the Supreme Court seeking to remove 1,600 noncitizens from Virginia's voter rolls, challenging a District Court decision.

Meteorologists predict warm weather in the Ohio Valley will be followed by a cold front with gusty conditions, potential showers, and a temperature drop around Halloween.

Kaleese Vickers-Ghee, a Marion-Franklin High School student, shadowed Columbus City Schools Superintendent Dr. Angela Chapman, gaining insights into educational leadership.

Columbus Police investigate the homicide of Angel Salguero Diaz, who was fatally shot on E. Hudson Street. Jaivon Jones, Dock Parker, and Mekhi G. Webster were charged in connection with the murder.

Principal Austin Taylor has significantly impacted Northtowne Elementary, improving its Ohio School Report Card rating and dedicating 24 years to education after leaving his shoe store business.

Ohio announces $25.9 million in housing support through "Welcome Home Ohio" to aid landbanks in construction and renovation projects for income-eligible residents.

As the City of Hilliard explained, Franklin County's SWACO will expand its recycling list to include clear plastic containers starting November 1.

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is going cashless from October 28 to enhance checkout speed, security, and environmental practices. To this end, fee-free pre-paid debit card machines will be available for cash users.

Hilliard, Ohio, has become the first U.S. city to receive full ICF certification as an Intelligent Community for its tech integration and innovative city initiatives.

Ohio AG Dave Yost starts the new term for the Teen Ambassador Board, with 168 high-school students learning about and contributing to state governance.