Deputy Jeremy Pacha joined the Union County Sheriff's Office, as announced on social media, with a ceremony on April 28, 2025. The community is showing support for the new deputy online.

Columbus launches a Right Response Unit with trained counselors to help residents facing mental health and addiction crises, offering support and guidance, as shared on their social media.

The Ohio Valley is expected to experience a mix of warm weather and potential storms, with a forecast of high temperatures and a chance of severe weather, including thunderstorms and high winds.

Pickaway County Sheriff's Office held an awards ceremony to honor its staff, recognizing individuals across various divisions for their service to the community.

A 28-year-old Fairfield County man has been arrested on rape and gross sexual imposition charges. The Sheriff's Office urges the public to provide any related information.

Ohio celebrated Ohio State University's football championship by planting a buckeye tree, with officials and team members participating in the ceremonial event.

Upper Arlington is revising its Master Plan, informed by a recent housing study that identifies challenges such as changing demographics and rising land costs, signaling the need for more diverse housing options.

Ohio's TRAC approved $319.3 million for 14 transportation projects to improve infrastructure, including multimodal paths for pedestrians and cyclists, across 14 counties.

Ohio Auditor's audit finds financial mismanagement in Village of Octa, with $4,333.43 in improper payments identified; $2,798.43 still owed, mainly by ex-fiscal officer Penny Johnson.

The southbound Hamilton Road ramp to I-270 North will be closed from April 25 at 8 p.m. to April 29 at 5 a.m. for upgrades, with recommended alternative routes provided.

Ohio schools receive Purple Star recognition for supporting military-connected students, with 367 schools honored, including 115 new recipients and 252 renewals.

Upper Arlington's Police Division is hosting a DEA Drug Take Back event on April 26 to allow residents to safely dispose of old or unused medications, aiming to prevent prescription drug misuse.

A man was arrested for a shooting on a Columbus freeway where one person was injured. The Columbus Police charged 33-year-old DeWayne Pittman with Felonious Assault.