The Columbus Police announced promotions, including 13 new Sergeants, 2 Lieutenants, and a new Commander, highlighting their dedication to service and community safety.

Jacksonville man Franklin J. Grayson pleaded guilty to charges related to a shooting at Muskingum University, potentially facing over 35 years in prison.

The NWS has forecasted showers and gusty winds for Columbus and Cincinnati with falling temperatures due to a cold front. Conditions are expected to fluctuate, with a brief period of high pressure before another front brings lower temperatures.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine orders flags at half-staff to honor the late State Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, with specifics on locations and duration stated.

Eight Pickerington Local Schools seniors are named Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program for 2026, honored for their PSAT/NMSQT scores.

Pickerington Local School District saved $1,432,000 by refinancing $16.35 million in bonds, despite a slight downgrade in Moody's credit rating. The savings are earmarked for debt repayment until 2033.

A former employee of Mahoning County Children Services, Nancy Walker-McCain, is charged with theft in office and fraud, with her arraignment set for October 28th.

Ohio inaugurates a new marina and nature center at Buck Creek State Park, enhancing the state's recreational offerings with educational and leisure activities for visitors.

Erik Porfeli has been appointed as the interim dean of the College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University, with service starting January 1.

The National Weather Service forecasts a substantial temperature drop in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Wilmington after unseasonably warm weather, with a strong cold front bringing showers and wind.

Gahanna Police invite mental health providers to a resource fair on Dec 8 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch to support community wellness.

Madison County is undergoing a paving project on Big Plain Circleville Road SE, which may affect commutes. The work is scheduled to end by late October, weather permitting.

Pickerington police partner with local schools for ALICE training to prepare for potential threats. The safety drill aims to empower staff with strategies to respond to active shooter events.