Ohio's Auditor introduced "Financial Health Indicators" for schools to monitor fiscal trends and address issues early. The system analyzes 16 areas for financial stability.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol joins five states for a seat belt enforcement effort from May 19 to 26, with an emphasis on safety and reducing fatalities.

A Columbus mother, Ashley Fagan, faces murder and other charges linked to her daughter Eva Bretz's death, and she was denied bail—her boyfriend, who also faced charges, died by suicide. The case underscores child protection service challenges.

Jacob McDonald, tried for a fatal crash on I-70 that killed six, was acquitted of aggravated vehicular homicide but convicted on lesser charges of vehicular homicide. Sentencing is pending, and affected families are seeking closure.

Rep. Upchurch raises concerns about the impact of a proposed property tax abolition in Ohio, emphasizing potential funding cuts for public schools and local services.

Ohio AG Dave Yost launched a new virtual reality training series for police, focusing on advanced scenarios for improved decision-making and de-escalation techniques.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visited the Ohio Statehouse to discuss congressional term limits and the related House Joint Resolution 3 with Speaker Matt Huffman and Representative Heidi Workman.

The Ohio House passed a resolution establishing a Nurses Week to honor health care workers for their dedication and compassion, recognizing the efforts of over 300,000 licensed nurses in Ohio.

Ohio lawmakers consider HB 25, which would offer scholarship opportunities to foster youths who have been in the system since age 13. This would include access to trade schools, community colleges, and universities.

State Rep. Bill Roemer attended the opening of a new Wendy's in Boston Heights, noting the positive economic impact and AI advancements in drive-thru services.

The North America Trek exhibit at the Columbus Zoo is delayed due to a window crack and bad weather, with the focus on animal acclimation and welfare.

Stephen Takacs, an alumnus of Fort Hayes Career Center, has returned as a teacher, inspiring students in the same photography program that once changed his life.

Columbus Police are seeking the public's help to identify two suspects involved in a mail theft at a business on Chambers Dr. On April 28, a woman and a man in a black Honda SUV stole packages.