October is the deadliest month for pedestrians in Ohio, with a slight decline in fatalities in recent years, prompting safety reminders from officials and investments in infrastructure.

Unseasonably warm weather graces Ohio with temperatures above average, forecasted by the National Weather Service, before a return to cooler, more autumnal conditions later in the week.

The Medina MHA received a $600,000 grant for Next Step Up, Medina County's first emergency housing shelter, offering facilities for individuals, families, and pets.

Delaware, Ohio, received the Auditor of State Award with Distinction for exemplary financial practices, marking their commitment to rigorous standards, including an audit report with no findings of recovery or deficiencies.

A cyclist is in critical condition after a hit-and-run in South Columbus, police are seeking a Toyota Tacoma, model years 2005-2011, involved in the incident.

According to the National Weather Service, a high-pressure system will bring pleasant autumn weather with dry conditions and warming trends to the Columbus and Cincinnati areas.

A grand jury indicts five individuals on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering, involving cocaine and fentanyl across eight states with nearly $25 million laundered.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine attributes a reduction in vehicle crashes to the new distracted driving law, citing fewer incidents and improved driver behavior.

The Columbus Marathon will take place on October 20 in Central Ohio. 12,000 participants are expected to run through Upper Arlington amid major road closures and parking changes.

The National Weather Service warns of showers and cooler temperatures in Ohio. Some areas could see soft hail or graupel, and there is a risk of frost as temperatures may dip to freezing overnight.

Worthington reminds residents of the rules for political signs: they must be placed only on private property, with specific placement away from roadways/public right-of-ways, and enforced by city staff. Violating signs will be removed.

A 15-year-old boy with special needs reported missing in Gahanna, Ohio, was found safe, relieving the community after an urgent search by local police.

A man died after his car hit a utility pole in south Columbus; medics transported him to Grant Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The police are investigating the cause of the accident.