A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run in North Linden, Columbus. The incident occurred at Cleveland and Eddystone Avenue around 10:15 p.m. Monday. Police seek information.

Ex-board member Jay Wachs pled guilty to conflict of interest charges related to Richland County's mental health agency contracting practices. He received a suspended jail term and must complete community service.

During the 2025-2026 New Year's holiday, Ohio witnessed nine fatal crashes claiming as many lives. Troopers made 4,470 enforcement contacts, highlighting the continuous commitment to road safety.

Grove City Ohio Police seek public help to identify two female theft suspects from a December 20, 2025, incident at a local business on Stringtown Rd.

Kettering Police seek public help to identify a theft suspect from a December 26 incident at a Kroger. They've released a suspect image and ask for info at (937)296-2555, report #25-055505.

The Athens County Sheriff's Office addressed various calls from January 2-4, 2026, including an arrest, abandoned dog reports, and a stolen vehicle investigation.

During a welfare check in Columbus, two individuals were found fatally shot, prompting a homicide investigation. The police seek public assistance and digital evidence.

Lorain firefighters were dispatched to a house fire that started outside and spread indoors. The cause is being investigated, with no details on casualties yet.

Athens County Sheriff's deputies dealt with non-violent incidents during the New Year transition, involving well-being checks, minor disputes, and community assistance.

The Columbus community mourns after a local dentist, Spencer Tepe, and his wife, Monique, were found dead from gunshot wounds in their home, with police investigating it as a double homicide.

Columbus police arrested Sharon Sakoulos for the New Year's Eve murder of her 3-year-old daughter, who died from alleged suffocation by a plastic bag.

A 14-year-old boy died and a 16-year-old driver was seriously injured in a car crash in Morrow County on New Year's Eve. The accident did not involve alcohol or drugs.

Ohio law enforcement seized over $75 million in drugs, firearms, and cash in a joint operation led by the OOCIC and praised by Attorney General Yost for enhancing community safety.