A Fayette County jury convicted former deputy Justin Bennett on 124 counts tied to child sexual material. Sentencing is scheduled for July 23, with prosecutors seeking a lengthy term.

Several of Ohio’s biggest credit unions have pushed CEO pay past $1 million as boards compete for fintech and banking talent. The trend mirrors national compensation pressure.

A 6-1 Ohio Supreme Court decision on June 18 left 21 Cleveland investors unable to hold Interactive Brokers responsible for about $25M lost in the Epitome fund.

A Sixth Circuit panel ordered Ohio’s parental-consent rule for minors’ social-media use restored, reopening a nationwide legal fight over children, privacy and free speech. The case returns to the trial court for next steps.

Police were called to a reported shooting at North Monroe and East Spring late Thursday; Columbus police say they have no further details yet.

Smart Growth America's 2026 Dangerous By Design ranks Columbus 73rd of 101 metros; the city recorded 172 pedestrian deaths from 2020–2024 and is accelerating Vision Zero planning.

Columbus police released images seeking four teens after an aggravated robbery at a Wedgewood Drive market; one suspect pulled a gun and fled on bicycles.

Sunny and breezy for Juneteenth in Columbus with highs near 78°F. Heavy rain may arrive Sunday night into Monday, with 1–2 inches possible.

A DOE safety milestone and Meta’s backing have accelerated Oklo’s plan for a 1.2‑GW nuclear campus at the former PORTS site in Pike County, promising jobs and reviving safety debates. Local history and HALEU supply timelines will shape the next phase.

A happy-hour idea between Cameron Mitchell and a developer has grown into plans for a boutique hotel at Bridge Park, with renderings and a 2026 timeline.

Federal marshals captured 24-year-old Theondrey Burrell in Columbus after he was named the Marshals' Fugitive of the Week; he was wanted in a firearms‑trafficking probe.

Les Wexner has missed more than a year of meetings at the board that bears his name. Ohio’s attendance law and campus protests raise fresh questions about his role.

A Westerville Kohl’s property sold at auction for $5.8 million, with The Robert Weiler Co. named as the winning bidder. The 99,380‑sq‑ft site carries a Kohl’s lease through 2031.