Ohio's mineral industries valued at $1.7 billion amidst varied production, with a significant report from the ODNR detailing economic contributions and shifts in commodity focus.

Ohio residents prepare for winter with safety measures during National Winter Safety Awareness Week, following advice on emergency plans, home and vehicle preparedness, and cold-weather health risks.

Columbus City Schools extends its food distribution program to combat student hunger after the suspension of SNAP benefits, giving out meal kits weekly with the assistance of local partners.

Ohio State University researchers developed a dataset named RoboSpatial, advancing robots' spatial understanding, which could improve their interaction in the 3D world.

Natalie Foos of the ODNR received the Wayne S. Nichols Award for her contributions to water resources management, recognized for her leadership and innovative projects in Ohio.

Ohio's ODOT, OSHP, and OTSO are working to decrease traffic fatalities, aiming for a fourth year of reductions. With 976 deaths as of November, agencies call for safe driving to continue the trend.

Ohio experiences unseasonably warm temperatures ahead of a cold front, with above normal temperatures today and Saturday, followed by a cool down and potential rain and wind gusts up to 35 mph. Conditions will return to more seasonal norms by Sunday.

A retired Ohio State University professor, James Hill, was charged with the aggravated murder of his wife, following an extortion threat over nude photos shared on a dating website.

The study led by Elizabeth Santos from The Ohio State University shows how deep-sea fish evolved into diverse body shapes due to different environmental pressures.

Ohio launched Eva, an AI tool to assist election officials with voting procedures, as announced by Secretary of State Frank LaRose, aiming for efficiency and accuracy in election administration.

Officer Jon Campbell of the Chillicothe Police received the Medal of Merit for saving a choking infant, demonstrating his professionalism and quick response.

Ohio's ODJFS released partial SNAP benefits for November, processing $66.8 million for 364,000 families during the federal shutdown, with 35% cuts to maximum amounts. Recalibrations continue, with full processing expected soon.

The Newark Division of Police completed its 12th Citizen Police Academy with a session on K9 deployments, featuring demonstrations and training insights.