Ohio's Auditor of State is set to release new audit reports on July 17, examining the financial practices of state entities to ensure the proper use of public funds.

Christel Hamper is the new Clerk to the Board for Licking County, starting August 1, after previously serving as Deputy Clerk and interim Clerk.

Former Uhrichsville Mayor Mark Haney faces charges, including tampering with records and theft in office, after an Auditor of State’s Special Investigations Unit probe.

A Columbus community is grieving for 17-year-old Cameron Moore, who was killed at a July 4 party. No arrests have been made yet as the family seeks justice and the public's help.

Columbus Police seek public help identifying a suspect in a shooting incident on N. Cassady Ave. The suspect reportedly fired at a victim's car following a dispute.

Powerball jackpot reaches $248 million after no winners on July 12, one Ohio winner got $50,000. A $2 million winner emerged in Wisconsin, and a $1 million prize was claimed in Texas. The next draw offers a cash option of $112.4 million.

Ohio's AG indicted nine Medicaid providers for $1.2 million fraud, billing for services not given, including when clients were hospitalized or jailed.

A Pennsylvania man pleaded guilty to traveling to Ohio to engage in sexual acts with a 13-year-old girl he met online, facing a potential 10 years to life in prison.

Sheetz offered free fries for National French Fry Day through their app, a promotion available at all locations from July 11-13. Other chains also had deals, reflecting America's love for fries.

House Democrats protest ICE's detainment of Imam Ayman Soliman and his revoked asylum status, urging U.S. Congress to address immigration system flaws and uphold foundational values of liberty and freedom.

The I-270 southbound ramp to Broad St. eastbound in Franklin County will be closed for bridge painting from July 11 to 14, advises Ohio Department of Transportation.

The Gahanna Division of Police invites the public to a National Night Out on August 5 to strengthen community-police relations with activities and demonstrations.

Nine Medicaid providers in Ohio are charged with fraud, accused of stealing $1.2 million by submitting false claims. The Ohio Attorney General emphasized the seriousness of the offense.