Gerald Dowling Jr. pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter for his role in the death of Alexa Stakely during a carjacking in Columbus, changing his initial not guilty plea.

Paul McCartney will perform in Columbus on Nov. 8 as part of his "Got Back 2025" tour, covering hits from The Beatles, Wings, and his solo career. Tickets go on sale July 18.

A 19-year-old man is charged with aggravated murder after a fatal shooting near a Target store in Columbus, related to a drug deal gone wrong. The victim died after seeking refuge following the altercation.

Eleven rural Ohio hospitals are at financial risk due to Medicaid cuts from a Trump spending bill, warn Democratic Senators in a letter highlighting serious potential health service repercussions.

Columbus drug lord David Price, "DP," was sentenced to life plus 65 years for drug distribution, sex trafficking, and contributing to a fatal overdose.

Ohio LGBTQ rights advocates must split their proposed amendment into two separate issues for voter consideration, creating a major hurdle for their campaign.

Anthony Sims, 56, received a 50-year sentence for sexually exploiting and trafficking minors, including raping and photographing young girls. His crimes included sex trafficking of a 13-year-old to several men.

The NWS forecasts scattered showers and thunderstorms in Ohio through the weekend, with potential for localized flooding near specific counties and sporadic travel disruptions.

A study by Kate Stewart from Ohio State University shows that Hollywood's portrayal of teens lacks realistic depictions of puberty, focusing too much on romance and casting older actors.

The Ohio Supreme Court proposes rules on guardian ad litem report access and confidentiality to safeguard the interests of children in legal proceedings.

El Salvadoran national Adiel Hernandez-Orellana pleads guilty to illegal reentry in the US after a prior sexual assault conviction. He faces a possible extended sentence under Operation Take Back America.

Rep. Sean Patrick Brennan intends to introduce a bill banning Ohio lawmakers from accepting free or discounted tickets to professional sports events to prevent conflicts of interest.

Ohio GOP aims to override Governor's vetoes on bill impacting property tax, drawing criticism for prioritizing political gain over genuine tax relief.