Columbus Alternative High School senior Marcus McCullough was named a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist, placing him in the top 1% of U.S. high school seniors.

Representative Sharon Ray received the Honored Luminary award for her work on perinatal mental health, as recognized during the Infant Vitality Advocacy Day in Ohio.

Ohio has renamed its mental health department to Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, aiming to destigmatize mental health and improve service representation.

A cyclist in Columbus is critically injured after a hit-and-run by a blue SUV. Police are seeking information and have discrepancies in hospital reports.

Ohio House Democrats criticize Gov. DeWine's Property Tax Reform Working Group for insufficient proposals, emphasizing the need for real relief amid rising property taxes.

Warm and dry conditions are expected in Columbus and surrounding areas, with light winds and possible river valley fog. The warm weather will continue into the weekend, but a shift early next week may bring cooler temperatures and precipitation.

Ohio State University's College of Nursing offers an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, allowing students with a non-nursing degree to become nurses in 18 months, addressing nursing shortages post-pandemic.

The article discusses the importance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting online threats and Ohio's efforts to educate citizens on cyber safety.

The Ohio State University launches a $19.5 million NIH-funded ARTEMIS study to improve suicide risk detection in healthcare settings, recruiting 13,500 participants to develop AI-enhanced prediction models.

Alberta Grant received a 9-year sentence for child endangering and obstructing justice, stemming from housing a child rapist and obstructing an investigation into his activities.

Ohio state legislators overrode a gubernatorial veto to enact substantial property tax reform aimed at increasing transparency and preventing unplanned tax hikes.

The Ohio House honored the US Navy's 250th anniversary, led by Representatives with naval ties. The resolution valorizes the service and history of the Navy, noting Ohio's deep military connections.

Ohio Democratic leaders urge Governor DeWine to convene the Redistricting Commission to meet the constitutional deadline for drawing congressional maps.