A former Columbus police officer, John Castillo, was sentenced to 46 months in prison for stealing and selling cocaine, which he was supposed to combat as part of his duty.

Columbus Police Department is seeking information on a robbery at a local store where the clerk was assaulted and money stolen. The suspect is described, and the public is asked to help.

Milestone 229, a popular American cuisine restaurant in Columbus, announced on Facebook its closure on December 31 due to lease disagreements with the city.

Columbus and Cincinnati face an arctic chill with prospects of warmer weather incoming. While Thursday saw snow storms, the weekend brings rain and higher temperatures, with more rain expected next week before another cooldown.

Columbus Police are probing the death of a man found in Weinland Park, with another related injured person at a hospital. They seek community help to clarify events.

Upper Arlington's government provides safety tips for protecting one's home during the holidays, including using Notice of Temporary Vacancy forms, hiding signs of absence, tracking deliveries, and keeping homes well-lit and locked.

The ODNR is emphasizing cold water safety in Ohio, encouraging preparation and the use of life jackets and appropriate clothing to prevent hypothermia and accidents.

Three jewel thieves were sentenced to up to 16½ years for a multi-state spree amassing over $3 million. They pled guilty to felony charges and were caught in Ohio with collaborative law enforcement efforts.

A shooting on West Park Avenue in Columbus led to one individual being hospitalized in critical condition after a verbal altercation escalated. The suspect remains at large as police investigate and seek information from the public.

The National Weather Service forecasts fluctuating weather for Columbus and Cincinnati, with rain clearing, potential snow, and variable weekly temperatures.

One person is critically injured following a shooting in Columbus's Franklinton area. Police, who have yet to release information on suspects, are investigating the incident, which is believed to have followed a verbal dispute.

The Reynoldsburg City Schools district is facing an $8.5 million budget shortfall, leading to proposed cuts including a hiring freeze, reduced utility usage, and eliminating extracurricular activities.

Ohio State University's Alpha Tau Omega fraternity is suspended over hazing allegations and is under investigation by Student Conduct and law enforcement.