Officer Connor Grubb of Blendon Township was moved to unpaid leave due to budget issues, not the murder and assault charges he faces for the death of pregnant Ta'Kiya Young.

Upper Arlington City Council confirmed new board and commission members, thanked 58 applicants, and detailed the diversity of skills for city functions. Anticipation surrounds the Master Plan Task Force review.

The Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 4 to formalize the Election Integrity Unit, aimed at enforcing election integrity and enabling more effective prosecution of election fraud.

Ohio AG Dave Yost leads a bipartisan group of 36 state AGs opposing a court decision potentially expanding online gambling without state oversight, supporting New Jersey against Kalshi, which aims to circumvent state regulations.

The National Weather Service predicts showers and thunderstorms due to a cold front, with weather improving by the weekend and heat increasing by Sunday.

Ohio State University research reveals that while most women consider motherhood, half are unsure about having children due to individual uncertainties, despite a stable desire for kids over time.

Wet conditions in Ohio delay corn planting, with current progress at 72% compared to the 87% five-year average. Ohio State University is providing guidance on crop management and insurance.

An audit in Gasper Township found a trustee overpaid by $8,700 in health insurance reimbursements, violating policies. The trustee and fiscal officer are liable.

Ohio Governor DeWine and ODOT announce $7.6 million for Safe Routes to School program, covering 24 projects to improve infrastructure and safety across 12 counties.

Groundbreaking for the expansion of U.S. 33 in Ohio has begun, aimed at enhancing safety and accommodating future traffic by transforming 25 miles of the roadway into a four-lane highway.

Mike Foley, Montgomery County Clerk of Courts, pleaded no contest to criminal charges for illegal political activities, he received a suspended sentence and fines.

A break-in at a Neil Avenue residential facility resulted in a $5,000 tool theft. Columbus Police seek tips via social media and encourage contacting Detective Neely or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers with information.

A new road safety initiative, the RCUT project, is starting in Coolville to reduce accidents by changing left-turn and crossing traffic flows at a high-crash intersection.