Flooding at Ohio State University's Taylor Tower has displaced residents for the semester. The university offers rehousing options or refunds, plus financial credits to affected students. Repair duration and damage details are undisclosed.

The Lancaster Police welcomed new Officer Jesse Valentine, a veteran with a family history in law enforcement.

West High School's soccer teams, both girls and boys, achieved a historic feat as runner-ups in the Columbus City League Championship at Historic Crew Stadium. The girls made a significant turnaround, while the boys continued their legacy of success.

An Oregon doctor was sentenced to two years for illegally selling prescriptions and must forfeit over $570,000 after pleading guilty to related charges.

A poll by the National Center for State Courts shows 62% of voters trust state judiciary, outshining legislative and executive branches. Gen Z sees state courts as fair, while views on AI in courts and legal education reforms are mixed.

The Columbus Police have not arrested anyone in the Tepe couple's murder; the case is complex with numerous tips and no forced entry, indicating potential insider involvement. A "Murder Room Method" is proposed to help solve the case.

Ohio's Health Director reported a rise in flu-related hospitalizations, highlighting a concerning trend and promoting vaccination as essential to combat the spread, particularly against a new flu variant.

Dr. Jermaine Kennedy joins the Columbus Board of Education with a focus on student outcomes and extensive experience in educational leadership, aiming to govern strategically and enhance student involvement.

Kettering Police seek public help to identify a theft suspect from a December 26 incident at a Kroger. They've released a suspect image and ask for info at (937)296-2555, report #25-055505.

Upper Arlington launches its 2026 Capital Improvement Program to upgrade infrastructure, including street reconstruction, maintenance, waterline replacements, a shared-use path, and pedestrian improvements.

Union, Ohio, celebrated the festive season with a holiday decoration contest, highlighting homes that exemplified the best holiday spirit, and sharing the winners on Facebook.

Columbus police arrested Sharon Sakoulos for the New Year's Eve murder of her 3-year-old daughter, who died from alleged suffocation by a plastic bag.

A 14-year-old boy died and a 16-year-old driver was seriously injured in a car crash in Morrow County on New Year's Eve. The accident did not involve alcohol or drugs.