Ohio's Auditor of State Keith Faber announces the recognition of local governments and school districts for exemplary financial practices, with awards for spotless audit reports.

A Muskingum County detective pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after the death of his K9 partner, Cooper, and received a suspended sentence, fine, and community service.

Ohio educators discussed strategies to address chronic absenteeism, worsened by the pandemic, at an OSU symposium focused on improving K-12 student attendance.

Upper Arlington Fire Division welcomes Josh Hines, a new Firefighter/Paramedic graduate from the Ohio Fire Academy, enhancing community safety with his emergency response skills.

Shakeilah White, 33, was shot and killed early Sunday in Columbus. A man was detained, facing various charges. Columbus Police and The Dispatch note a recent decrease in city homicides.

A man named Robert Russell was fatally stabbed during an early morning argument on High St. in Columbus, Ohio, and police are seeking public assistance for evidence.

Dense Fog Advisory issued for parts of Ohio and Kentucky until 8 AM EST; visibility may drop below a quarter-mile. Conditions expected to improve with sunny skies and rising temperatures.

Phillip R. Norman was sentenced to 10 years in prison for rape by Muskingum County Court, with post-release conditions including sex offender registration.

Study from Ohio State University finds children maintain trust in scientists despite seeing "mad scientists" on TV, as long as the characters are not explicitly labeled as scientists.

Ohio offers Thanksgiving dinner at state park lodges as a relaxed alternative to home cooking, with scenic views and no dishwashing. Details on pricing and reservations are forthcoming.

Grove City plans holiday activities like a Christmas Lights Tour, Nutcracker Hunt, and a "Wildlife Wonderland" at Gantz Park, offering festive experiences for the community.

Residents introduce sustainable pumpkin disposal at Lower McCorkle Park through December 9, aiming to compost Halloween pumpkins and encourage eco-friendly practices among residents.

Fairfield County Sheriff's Office participated in Halloween events to strengthen community ties, engaging with over 1,400 locals through festive activities.