The Kelton House Museum, involved in the Underground Railroad, experienced an explosion due to a gas leak, causing significant damage. Firefighters saved some artifacts, and plans to rebuild are in progress.

Shakeilah White, 33, was shot and killed early Sunday in Columbus. A man was detained, facing various charges. Columbus Police and The Dispatch note a recent decrease in city homicides.

A juvenile faces 68 charges for a string of vehicle break-ins in Columbus, with police linking them to a larger crime pattern. The suspect is already in custody on unrelated charges.

A man named Robert Russell was fatally stabbed during an early morning argument on High St. in Columbus, Ohio, and police are seeking public assistance for evidence.

The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is seeking public help to identify two individuals involved in credit card theft at Winchester Square Shopping District on October 18, 2025.

A shooting in North Linden, Columbus, left one dead and one injured near East Hudson and Pontiac streets. No suspects have been identified, and the investigation is ongoing.

An adult male pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run in Columbus's Weinland Park. The driver and passengers of a red Mitsubishi Lancer fled after the crash, which remains under investigation.

Anthony Stroh was arrested for a domestic violence incident involving a firearm in Columbus. He faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting and threatening his girlfriend.

Phillip R. Norman was sentenced to 10 years in prison for rape by Muskingum County Court, with post-release conditions including sex offender registration.

Lieutenant Birt saved a dog from a fire on W Markison Avenue, despite having no firefighting gear and sustaining minor injuries. His actions were praised by the Columbus Division of Fire.

Corey Whitehouse of Zanesville was convicted of 16 felonies, including drug trafficking and endangering children, which may result in a 54-year prison sentence.

The Columbus Police highlighted their efforts against domestic violence on Facebook, marking Domestic Violence Awareness Month and detailing charges like strangulation and assault.

Columbus Police apprehended a suspect after a car break-in and foot chase, confirming involvement using surveillance footage. The individual faces charges for Receiving Stolen Property - Automobile.