Ohio authorities have made significant arrests and convictions for child sexual exploitation, with multiple individuals jailed for crimes including CSAM possession and solicitation of minors.

A months-long operation against child sexual exploitation in Pike County resulted in multiple arrests and sentences, with Sean Spellman receiving up to 20 years for CSAM. Similar actions by the ASP ICAC Task Force led to additional arrests.

An Ohio appeals court ruled that a state directive preventing local tobacco regulations is unconstitutional, supporting municipal autonomy on public health measures.

Ohio LGBTQ rights advocates must split their proposed amendment into two separate issues for voter consideration, creating a major hurdle for their campaign.

Hilliard's Amazing Abilities Open House invites the special needs and autism communities to interact with first responders in a sensory-friendly event on July 26.

The Upper Arlington City Council has amended its Property Maintenance Code to enforce stricter penalties for repeat violators, including increased fines and shifting appeals to the Board of Zoning & Planning.

Final three co-defendants in Muskingum County Jail escape were sentenced, with roles varying from aiding the escape to providing refuge and acquiring drugs.

One person died and two were injured in a wrong-way crash on State Route 161 in Columbus. Isaiah Allen was killed when his motorcycle hit a Honda Accord.

Dennis Stopar of Ohio was sentenced to 60 years for child exploitation and possessing child pornography involving multiple minors. He had previously been convicted of rape.

One juvenile is dead and five injured after a shooting at a Columbus rental property during a party. The suspect arrived mid-party; the motive is unknown.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose hosted an annual elections conference to improve electoral process security, covering topics from early voting to cybersecurity.

Scioto County Sheriff's Office warns of a crackdown on impaired driving over the Fourth of July, with increased law enforcement and a focus on public safety.

Columbus impound lot changes hours for Red, White & Boom, vehicles parked on closed streets will be towed. Drivers should heed signs and call the non-emergency number for towed cars.