Ohio's InnovateOhio Platform won a NASCIO award for its Fraud Detection and Reporting solution, enhancing cybersecurity and protecting taxpayer information.

Ohio State University's Center for Ethics and Human Values (CEHV) offers workshops to align with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act, focusing on civil discourse and pedagogical tools.

The Ohio Department of Transportation and HAPCAP are expanding the GoBus network, adding four new routes to better connect rural Ohioans to education and jobs.

The Gahanna Division of Police is offering a House Watch program for residents traveling during the holidays, requiring online requests for property checks.

Hueston Woods State Park hosts "Kleinfunde," a wildlife photo exhibit by Mitch Wiebell, highlighting small creatures, part of ODNR and OAC's Arts in the Parks.

Ohio's redistricting efforts face partisan deadlock. No public input was considered in the initial session of the Ohio Redistricting Commission, risking a 13-2 map favoring one party.

Benjamin Mercer was sentenced to 16 years for attempting to rape a child under 13 and for gross sexual imposition, following a trial and a guilty verdict.

Ryan Day, Ohio State Buckeyes head coach, discussed the team's successful season and preparation for their next game against Penn State during a bye week at a press conference.

A judge in Franklin County, Ohio, has ruled in favor of high school athletes profiting from their NIL, impacting OHSAA member schools and aligning Ohio with states that allow such endorsements.

Volunteers from Designer Brands and United Way joined to improve Champion Middle School and its area, focusing on beautification and fostering community pride.

The Columbus Division of Fire celebrated the promotions of 20 members, highlighting the tradition of badge pinning, at an Autumn ceremony with family participation.

Deputy Kristy Peck completed the Columbus Half Marathon, exemplifying perseverance by running 13.1 miles in inclement weather, as announced by the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office.

Pleasant weather with sunny skies is forecast in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Wilmington, but a low pressure system is expected to bring cooler temperatures and a chance of showers late tonight into Tuesday.