Ex-corrections officer Bryan Catlin pled guilty to charges including domestic violence and kidnapping, facing up to 16 years in prison. His sentencing is pending.

Dry conditions are expected in Columbus and Cincinnati into the early week, with normal temperatures and increased rain chances by midweek, according to the National Weather Service Wilmington OH.

The Ohio Bee Survey identifies over 330 species, enhancing bee diversity knowledge, with unexpected research boosts in other insect studies and strong public engagement.

A new mental health crisis approach in Muskingum County via DART is training law enforcement to handle emergencies with equipped skills and an emphasis on rehabilitation and prevention.

Grove City Ohio Police seek public help to identify a man who stole Sephora products from Kohl's on October 2. The suspect's image has been shared on social media.

Demetrese Norvett, 18, was fatally shot and found in bushes in Bexley, Ohio. Police are investigating, with no immediate threat to the community reported.

The Licking County Records Commission meeting on October 23 provides public insight into municipal record-keeping. It's at 2 p.m. at the Child Support Enforcement Agency. Contact Corinne Johnson at 740-670-5121 for more info.

Authorities are searching for missing girl Jahzlyn Monique Jameson in Gahanna. The public is urged to provide information to the Gahanna Division of Police.

The Ohio State University's HECAOD expands its focus to include problem gambling prevention, recognizing its stealthy presence on college campuses and providing resources and training to address it.

Ohio State University study finds levels of adverse and positive childhood experiences in the US have remained consistent, despite local intervention successes.

A motorcyclist died in a crash on State Route 315, Columbus. Declared dead at the hospital, an investigation is underway. Another incident in south Hilliard resulted in two fatalities.

Columbus fire crews responded to a south side residential fire with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation. Firefighters from Battalion 1 and 4 were involved.

Jeremy Cordial was arrested by Columbus Police for alleged involvement in child sexual abuse material, following a coordinated operation with ICAC Task Force.