Ohio AG Yost reports on the success of anti-human trafficking efforts in 2025, with Operation Next Door leading to 135 arrests and aid for 67 survivors.

Union County Sheriff's Office in Ohio engaged local youth with School Resource Officers for community-building LEGO events during the winter break, fostering relationships between students and first responders.

A 48-year-old Minnesota man, Joseph Buschel, died in a car crash in Fayette County, Ohio. The incident occurred when his GMC Yukon overturned and is under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Zachery Simpson was arrested for an armed robbery on Christmas Day in Columbus, which ended with a police chase and his apprehension. He's also linked to earlier robberies.

The Abbey Theater of Dublin is seeking support for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, anticipating a fourth win as Favorite Local Theater. With 23 nominations, the city's official Facebook page urges community votes before the deadline.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio forecasts a "weather rollercoaster" with alternating warm and cold fronts bringing varying temperatures and precipitation to Ohio.

Reynoldsburg officials repaired a water main break on Christmas, restoring water pressure for the affected residents, who were thanked for their patience.

Columbus celebrated the holidays with Operation Santa Sleigh 2025 at Nationwide Children's Hospital, featuring firefighters Rohrbaugh and Barber and a convoy of emergency vehicles, bringing joy to hospitalized children.

On Christmas Eve in Columbus, a man named Richard Coverdale died after his Jeep hit a guardrail, went airborne, and rolled over. Two others were injured in a separate crash the same day.

Ohio State notched a decisive 89-63 win over Grambling with John Mobley Jr. scoring 20 points, highlighting their strong performance before Big Ten Conference play.

Columbus Police arrested four individuals, Tajan Love, Carson King, Patricia Rivera-Castillo, and Anthony Hodges, for possessing a stolen vehicle on December 21. They are charged with receiving stolen property and held at Franklin County Jail.

Ray Ray's Hog Pit, a barbecue chain, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to financial issues and previous theft by an ex-manager, while assuring patrons that its remaining locations remain open.

The Columbus Police made an additional arrest in 11-year-old Amya Frazier's shooting, following a juvenile's arrest; both face charges linked to her death.