A decomposed male body was found at an abandoned car wash in Columbus, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities and the coroner's office.

Columbus Police identified a suspect following a shooting on I-70 and issued an arrest warrant; a victim suffered a gunshot wound. The public is urged to assist in the ongoing investigation.

Columbus police arrested 186 individuals, including juveniles, and impounded 69 cars during "Operation Burnout," targeting illegal street racing and stunt driving.

Sunny and dry weather with slightly below-normal temperatures is forecasted for parts of Ohio, particularly Columbus, Cincinnati, and Wilmington. There is a minor chance of rain over the weekend.

Principal Yolanda Cooper of Woodcrest Elementary fosters a sense of family and community engagement while emphasizing the importance of reading for student success.

Delaware Fire Department promotes fire safety emphasizing the importance of functional smoke alarms during Fire Prevention Week to reduce home fire fatalities.

A woman is in serious condition after an assault in Columbus, hospitalized with severe head and neck injuries. Police are investigating but have no suspect information yet.

A teen girl died after a late-night shooting in Columbus' Hilltop; initially thought self-inflicted, detectives are investigating. A gun found at the scene is key evidence.

A manhunt is underway in Columbus for Marquale Brown, wanted for aggravated assault after a shooting on September 24. Authorities consider him armed and dangerous and seek public assistance in his capture.

Hilliard City Council is seeking applicants for a vacancy on its Board of Zoning Appeals, which will expire in December 2025. Applications are due by September 30th.

A pedestrian is in critical condition after being hit by a car on Columbus' west side early Tuesday morning. The victim was taken to the hospital, and the driver remained on scene. Investigations are ongoing.

Ex-Columbus firefighter Christopher Shaffer was sentenced to three years for sexual battery and gross sexual imposition, and must register as a sex offender.

The Columbus Police Department reported a fatal shooting on Blendon Grove Way, where responders found one person shot and later pronounced dead at a hospital.