A crash on I-70 east at SR 142 in Columbus caused significant delays and road closure, but the road has since reopened, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation - Columbus District 6.

Dequan Keys, a Columbus man, is indicted on robbery and firearm charges after his January release from prison, linked to a spree of robberies in Ohio.

Fire crews responded to a house fire on Umiak Drive in Columbus, successfully evacuating occupants and rescuing six dogs, with no injuries reported. The cause remains under investigation.

The ODNR Division of Wildlife won six ACI awards for outstanding conservation and wildlife information publications, including a first place for 'Wild Ohio' magazine.

The Columbus Division of Police has recognized Officers Hamilton, Mansperger, and Traversa for their commendable work in a recent operation, emphasizing their leadership, intelligence, and teamwork.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has initiated two projects in Portsmouth including a $34.2 million riverfront revitalization and a debris-removal barge to enhance the Ohio River area.

Kendra Largent from Zanesville was convicted of stealing a wallet and using its credit cards, facing thirty-four charges. Her passengers had urged her to return the wallet.

Upper Arlington Police remind residents to secure their vehicles following a rise in thefts, emphasizing the mantra "Lock It, Hide It, Protect It" to protect valuables from opportunistic crimes.

The Columbus City Schools board has unanimously voted to cut its budget by $50 million starting in fiscal year 2027, raising concerns about potential school closures and staff reductions.

The National Weather Service predicts cooler, drier air and persistent cloud cover with temperatures near or below normal for Columbus, Cincinnati, and Wilmington.

Sheriff Alex Lape summarized Fairfield County's law enforcement activities for August 11-17, 2025, including vehicle vandalism, theft, accidents, and arrests.

A stolen vehicle was recovered and a suspect arrested in Columbus, Ohio, with charges including Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle and Breaking and Entering.

Upper Arlington Police Division welcomed three new officers to reinforce public safety with a swearing-in ceremony attended by city staff and families.