Dennis Stopar of Ohio pleaded guilty to child exploitation crimes, including sexual assault and possession of child pornography, facing a suggested 30-60 year sentence.

A man has died after a shooting in southeast Franklin County. Deputies found him with a life-threatening gunshot wound. He died at the hospital. A male suspect is in custody, no charges yet. The investigation continues.

Two Columbus police officers were hospitalized with minor injuries after a hit-and-run at Alum Creek Drive and East Livingston Avenue. The suspect vehicle fled, prompting an ongoing investigation.

Ohio's Auditor's office reports Crosby Township fiscal officers face over $54,600 in recovery charges for penalties and fees from late tax payment issues.

Columbus resident Quentez Thrasher was arrested for the fatal shooting of his stepfather, facing murder and firearm charges, with his preliminary hearing scheduled.

A 15-year-old named Elijah Hatcher was fatally shot in Columbus. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to contact Sgt. Sherman Hayes with any information.

A suspect robbed a Dollar General in Columbus at gunpoint, as per a police media release. The incident happened Tuesday morning when the male suspect, in his fifties, demanded cash at gunpoint and fled the scene.

Bruce Daniels has been indicted for the 1992 rape and murder of Amy Hooper, whose case was unsolved for over 30 years until DNA evidence led to his arrest.

Local authorities are investigating the death of Kylene Young, who was found deceased at a residence in Columbus. Her death is being treated as a homicide. Police urge the public to provide any helpful information.

Amazon Web Services plans to invest $10 billion in Ohio for data center infrastructure expansion, expected to create high-paying jobs and strengthen the state's tech industry by 2030.

A single-vehicle crash occurred near downtown Columbus early Saturday morning, leading to a serious injury and the temporary closure of a highway ramp for investigation.

Three women were found dead in a home on South Ohio Avenue in Columbus, and police are investigating the incident as a homicide with no suspects in custody.

The Ohio House passed a resolution recognizing perinatal mental health challenges to support new and expecting mothers, as advocated by State Rep. Sharon Ray.