A new white paper finds most Ohio legislative primaries from 2018–2026 were uncontested, with many races decided before voters had a real choice.

A Harrison County judge raised Jamie Wright’s bond to $40,000 after prosecutors moved to revoke her community‑based control in the Jewett animal‑abuse case.

A roof inlet caught fire overnight at an OSU construction site on John H. Herrick Drive; firefighters reported no injuries and investigators are probing the cause.

Two audits reached different conclusions about pay raises for Columbus City Schools executives, prompting the district to tighten approval rules amid budget pressure.

Fairfield County recorded two traffic deaths in Q2; officials say quarterly crash updates will help target safety efforts. State dashboards hold the full data.

Saraga co-founder John Sung bought Eastland Plaza and has spent roughly $13.2M on nearby properties, positioning the grocer to play a major role in the Eastland redevelopment.

Illuminate USA's Pataskala plant now employs about 1,600 and has produced more than 16 million panels since production began in February 2024.

Josh Dalton's Amara opens Friday on the Scioto riverfront with shareable Mediterranean plates, fresh-baked breads and a patio overlooking the fountain.

The Westerville Music & Arts Festival returns to Heritage Park this weekend with 125+ artists, live music and family-friendly programming. Expect food trucks, demonstrations and a Saturday headliner.

A person was killed in a shooting Tuesday night near the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus. Police say the victim was pronounced dead after being taken to a hospital; no arrests have been announced.

A 16-year-old was killed Saturday night after a pickup rear-ended a parked Mercedes on Likens‑Chapel Road in Marion Township. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating.

Carvana has revived a plan to build a glass "vending machine" tower at Polaris. The project is back in city planning files but has no construction date yet.

Ohio State researchers say a CRISPR vaccine beat leishmaniasis in animals as U.S. clinicians report rising cases. The team is preparing human trials.