Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced the list of candidates for Ohio's statewide offices for the May 5 primary, highlighting a range of options for governor, U.S. Senate, and other positions.

A Fairfield County man pleads guilty to receiving child pornography, with the U.S. Attorney's Office announcing the plea in a case connected to Project Safe Childhood.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wintry mix and snow for Columbus and Cincinnati areas, with a cold snap to follow. Snowfall of 1-2 inches is expected, with colder temperatures over the weekend. No advisories are in place yet.

Ohio legislators propose Senate Bill 348, which seeks to require bars and restaurants to offer date rape drug testing kits to customers, as a measure to address the prevalent issue of drink spiking.

Columbus Police arrested four individuals in separate incidents involving stolen vehicles, outlining the arrests on Facebook, including chases and a suspect caught due to a snow pile.

Ohio State University researchers studied animal behavior during a total solar eclipse by recording sounds, revealing diverse reactions to the sudden darkness.

Upper Arlington seeks applicants for city Boards and Commissions, including the new Older Adults Advisory Board, offering residents opportunities to shape community policy until April 30.

Franklin Soil & Water highlight the environmental impact of road salt on water systems, advocating for reduced usage and alternative methods like shoveling to protect waterways from salinity and toxicity.

Ohio's Governor and DYS Director open a new career tech center at a juvenile facility to help youths gain in-demand skills for societal reintegration.

Mexican national Abel Velasquez-Avecedo was sentenced to 27 months for illegal firearm possession and drug charges after a shooting incident at a taco restaurant.

Terrance Colvin from Columbus was convicted on drug trafficking charges involving 28 kilograms of narcotics after evidence was reviewed by a federal jury. He faces a minimum of 15 years in prison.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wintry mix and cold temperatures for the weekend in the Wilmington area, with chances of light snow accumulations.

Ohio's deer season ended with hunters harvesting 232,142 deer, the seventh-highest record, despite a dip from the previous year and the impact of an EHD outbreak in certain counties.