Two people died, and one is in critical condition after a Jeep Grand Cherokee crashed on Williams Road in Columbus. The accident, which occurred early in the morning, is under investigation.

The City of Upper Arlington is enhancing its recycling efforts after the holidays with programs for recycling holiday lights, collecting Christmas trees, composting food waste, and managing electronic waste.

Gahanna Police released bodycam footage of a fatal shooting of an armed man by officers, following a chase from a hotel after a fraud report. The man was later declared dead, and the officers are on administrative leave during the investigation.

A Columbus man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for possessing and distributing child abuse material following an investigation by the Franklin County Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

Jeremiah West has been charged with murder and firearm possession related to a Columbus homicide. He awaits a preliminary hearing on December 23.

AAA predicts 119.3 million Americans will travel for the holidays, with Ohio seeing a record 4.9 million travelers. This has prompted ODOT to offer travel timing tips.

Hilliard's recreation and wellness campus made notable progress in 2024, with a video overview and anticipation for the 2025 launch. The project includes The Well facility, an athletics complex, the Cosgray Road Extension, and a new fire station.

Ashley Combs is elevated to Acting City Manager in Middletown, following her trajectory within the city government and a tenure as the city’s planner and Assistant City Manager.

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.