Ohio officials announce an initiative to create 1,126 new jobs and retain 2,686 through 12 projects, with investments over $2 billion in various sectors across the state.

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel announced the next Team Tressel Fitness Challenge for students, with sign-ups open until November 28, 2025, for the event starting on February 2, 2026.

Columbus Police seek help identifying two suspects in an early morning robbery on Winchester Pike. The male attempted to steal cash, and the female suspect tried to take unpaid items.

Reps. Click and Odioso testified for HB 484 to improve Ohio's childcare workforce, increasing availability and lowering costs for families, potentially adding 12,000 childcare spots.

The Wilmington, Ohio NWS forecasts light showers in the Ohio River area, with drier conditions and seasonal temperatures until midweek, followed by a dip in mercury and increased rain chances.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced a $6 million grant to provide driver training scholarships for youth under 21, aiming to increase road safety and driving education accessibility.

Two men were arrested in Ross County for a PayPal scam that cost a local nearly $59,000; authorities seized over $15,000 in cash, and the FBI and ICE are involved in the ongoing investigation.

Dublin's Ballantrae Traffic Circle is slated for a botanical update with planting starting in late October, focusing on sustainability, maintenance ease, and year-round visual appeal while preserving the circle's design and daffodils.

Columbus City Schools faces a $50 million shortfall, potentially cutting transportation for high schoolers to save $16 million.

The Lorain County Sheriff's Office recognized Sergeant Holmes with the 2025 Commitment to Service Award for fighting domestic violence, as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The Bob Crane Community Center in Upper Arlington, Ohio, hosted a Diwali and Navratri event featuring cultural traditions, food, and dance, promoting community spirit and cultural diversity.

A COTA bus and another vehicle collided in East Columbus, injuring five people, including two children. The crash occurred early Sunday morning, and two people were critically injured. Police are investigating the incident.

Weather forecast for Columbus, Cincinnati, and Wilmington indicates rising temperatures before a cold front brings storms and gusty winds this weekend.