Whitehall City Council voted 6-1 against probing allegations of a toxic work environment in their Police Department amid debate on transparency and trust in police leadership. Public opinion was divided during the session on the issue.

The Columbus City School Board voted to close five schools as part of a realignment strategy. The decision, which was met with mixed reactions among parents and staff, will be phased in from the 2026-27 school year.

AWS plans to invest an additional $10 billion in Ohio data centers, bringing its total projected investment to over $23 billion by 2030, promising economic growth and tech jobs.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose received a suspicious package containing a powdery substance at his home, which prompted a comprehensive law enforcement response.

Columbus police arrested Haikiem Graham, 39, for the fatal shooting of Darrell Hambrick on E. Moler Street. Hambrick was rushed to the hospital but later died.

A man was pronounced dead after being hit by a vehicle in Lancaster. The incident occurred before 8 p.m. on East Main Street. Authorities are investigating.

Hilliard announces a wide array of winter programs for 2025, offering activities for all ages, including martial arts, art, AI, electronic music, and family yoga.

Jonathan Pigram was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of two individuals outside a Columbus bar in 2023. He will not be eligible for parole for 52 years.

Richland County Prosecutor Jodie Schumacher received the Auditor of State Public Integrity Award for fighting corruption. She successfully prosecuted cases with Ohio's SIU, leading to convictions of officials misusing public funds.

A shooting on Beechcroft Rd in Columbus left one man wounded following a verbal altercation, the suspect remains at large as police seek public assistance.

The Ohio Department of Commerce warns against holiday gift card scams, advising consumers to buy from reputable sources and keep receipts to avoid fraud.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced over $56 million in tax credits to rehabilitate historic buildings across the state to boost local economies and preserve community identity.

One person was wounded in a shooting on Dresden Street, Columbus. Police are investigating and seeking community assistance; no arrests have been made yet.