A judge in Franklin County, Ohio, has ruled in favor of high school athletes profiting from their NIL, impacting OHSAA member schools and aligning Ohio with states that allow such endorsements.

Ohio faces sweater weather, potential frost, and showers due to low pressure over the Great Lakes. Frost is likely Thursday night with temperatures in the mid to upper 30s. Dry weekend predicted, but rain could return early next week.

Volunteers from Designer Brands and United Way joined to improve Champion Middle School and its area, focusing on beautification and fostering community pride.

The 5th Annual First Responders Trunk or Treat in Lorain County was a success, with community engagement, a video recap from LCSO, and gratitude expressed on social media.

Columbus police responded to a shooting, leading to the arrest of two suspects charged with felonious assault. An investigation linked the shooting to an earlier altercation.

Authorities are searching for missing girl Jahzlyn Monique Jameson in Gahanna. The public is urged to provide information to the Gahanna Division of Police.

The Lorain County Sheriff's Office recognized Sergeant Holmes with the 2025 Commitment to Service Award for fighting domestic violence, as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources reported a slight decline in wild turkey populations with a poult index of 2.7 per hen, slightly below the 10-year average.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed two bills enhancing emergency services and addressing the opioid crisis, including school preparedness for overdoses and an expanded communication disability database for 9-1-1 systems.

The Ohio State University's HECAOD expands its focus to include problem gambling prevention, recognizing its stealthy presence on college campuses and providing resources and training to address it.

The Bob Crane Community Center in Upper Arlington, Ohio, hosted a Diwali and Navratri event featuring cultural traditions, food, and dance, promoting community spirit and cultural diversity.

Miranda Jones was indicted for stealing over $60,000 from the Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce, facing charges including money laundering and identity fraud.

Midwestern areas like Columbus and Cincinnati will experience mixed weather this week due to a low-pressure system, with potential showers, thunder, gusty winds, and cooler temperatures, as stated by the National Weather Service.