Eric Henderson, Jr. pleaded guilty to illegal firearm possession after a prior felony. His arrest followed a traffic stop and foot chase, during which he discarded a loaded pistol. This is part of Operation Take Back America's effort against crime.

Over 10,600 Ohio high school students received acceptance letters to attend The Ohio State University Columbus campus, including many who are first-generation college attendees.

High school students from Tolles Career and Technical Center visited Ohio State University for a firsthand look at collegiate exercise science programs, participating in interactive learning experiences.

The Lancaster Police Department celebrated the graduation of Tallmadge Elementary students from the D.A.R.E. program, highlighting its role in teaching kids to resist drugs and violence.

Michaela Medek died from blunt force trauma; her husband, Austen Medek, was charged with her murder. The Columbus community is responding to the case amid discussions on domestic violence.

Ohio joins FTC-led lawsuit accusing Uber of deceiving customers with its Uber One subscription trials, seeking restitution and changes in the company's practices.

Caleb Johnson received a life sentence for the June 2024 murder of Jahaan Harris in Columbus, evidence included surveillance footage. Co-defendants were also sentenced.

Columbus Fire Recruit Class 124 has completed CPR/BLS training, a key step towards becoming emergency responders, with Red Company moving to fire training and Blue Company to EMT training next.

Reynoldsburg Police offers a R.A.D. self-defense class series for women focusing on abduction and sexual assault prevention, held on Saturdays in January.

Ohio's New Horizons Baking Co. received 13 OSHA citations for safety hazards, including repeat violations for insufficient lockout/tagout training, with proposed fines totaling $394,849.

St. Stephen's Community House will become independent from the Catholic Diocese of Columbus by July 2026, with uninterrupted services as it transitions.

The National Weather Service predicts warming weather for Ohio with rain due to a cold front, followed by cooler, dry conditions post-rain due to high pressure.

Governor DeWine and Chancellor Duffey announced the results of an audit on Ohio educator preparation programs, emphasizing adherence to the Science of Reading, with most schools in compliance.