A mother's personal data was leaked on the dark web after a ransomware attack in Columbus, affecting over 500,000 people and raising cybersecurity concerns.

Hilliard City Schools conducted a reunification drill to prepare for emergencies, involving teachers, police, and fire departments, and aiming to perfect their crisis response plan.

Woodcrest Elementary School collaborated with local volunteers for a day of service, which included setting up a sensory room, creating care packages, and launching a Free Little Library to boost student education and community engagement.

Columbus and Cincinnati expect a calm week with cooler temperatures until a warming trend arrives for the weekend, and little to no precipitation forecasted.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is advocating for a federal judge to approve the Kroger-Albertsons merger despite FTC concerns over competition and pricing.

A burglary occurred on Jackson St. in Columbus, where a suspect broke into a home and stole items. Columbus Police are seeking public tips to find the suspect.

Ohio State University starts its fall move-in, expecting a strong turnout based on a record number of applicants. Details for new and returning students include move-in dates and an early arrival option with an additional fee.

The city of Columbus has experienced a significant data breach, impacting over 400,000 citizens, with sensitive information now available on the dark web, contradicting earlier assurances by the mayor.

A man was stabbed to death in Newark and his daughter is charged with his murder. She was found with stab wounds and hospitalized. The case is under investigation.

LL Flooring, previously known as Lumber Liquidators, is closing 94 stores amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with several closures in central Ohio, and seeks a buyer while aiming to maintain normal operations.

Ohio State's QB battle heats up with Will Howard showing progress, while a virus impacts the O-line. The defense shines, and freshman TE Jelani Thurman's talent is noted but requires focus.

The H2Ohio water quality initiative has reached 2.2 million acres of enrolled farmland, indicating Ohio's agricultural commitment to sustainable practices and clean water.

Columbus gas prices dropped 15 cents to an average of $3.46 per gallon according to NBC4i, with GasBuddy reporting the most and least expensive stations in the area.