The Ohio Supreme Court suspended former Montgomery County Judge Richard Skelton after finding he arranged a convicted felon’s early release and violated judicial rules. The ruling faults secret contacts and manipulation of case assignment.

Sunny and warm Saturday in Columbus with highs near 88°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely Sunday, with heavy rain and gusty winds possible.

Ohio lawmakers approved a bill to add a three-step "success sequence" — graduate, work, marry — to required coursework in grades 6–12, prompting debate over schools teaching family timing.

A SWAT search at a Sunset Avenue home led to two arrests, including an adult woman and a 16-year-old. Investigators say both face aggravated burglary charges and are continuing to investigate.

Unions hailed a $40M boost for first‑responder mental‑health care; state records show the money is in law but agencies must still set rules to pay claims.

A Springfield family and the Springfield NAACP are pressing for a formal investigation after an autistic second‑grader was reportedly bullied at a Columbus school; they want policy changes and supports.

A Columbus e‑bike rider was critically injured in a hit‑and‑run at South High and Mound; police say a white 2016 Chrysler 300 fled the scene. An investigation is ongoing.

Farm groups say a proposed 'deposit and build' plan would let agencies take land and begin work before owners get paid, leaving some farmers unpaid for months.

Microsoft told Ohio lawmakers it will end NDAs and stop asking for property‑tax abatements on future data centers. The pledge won’t erase past deals and critics say policy changes still need law.

The Columbus Arts Festival takes over the Scioto Mile next weekend with juried artists, multiple stages, family activities and a fashion runway. Expect crowds and hands‑on fun.

A male juvenile was shot late Friday in the 3000 block of Chateau Morse Court in northeast Columbus; police say he is expected to recover. Investigators are asking for tips.

Light morning rain gives way to highs near 86°F. Showers and thunderstorms become more likely Monday (June 8) into Tuesday (June 9), with locally heavy downpours possible.

A Franklin County grand jury indicted Samuel Lovejoy on aggravated murder and related counts in the May 11 East Side gas‑station shooting that killed Maceo Burton. Investigators say surveillance and cell‑phone data helped identify a suspect.