Hilliard's Amazing Abilities Open House invites the special needs and autism communities to interact with first responders in a sensory-friendly event on July 26.

Columbus and Franklin County prosecutors are suing Herbert's Market and its owner, Ahmad Arman, accusing them of reselling stolen goods and causing public nuisance after repeated police and fire department interventions.

Upper Arlington celebrates 40 years of National Park and Recreation Month with a theme of collaborative community building and recreation, highlighting their new Bob Crane Community Center.

Columbus City Schools collaborates with the Korda Institute to provide educators with a fellowship focusing on innovative, real-world teaching methods, culminating in a project involving local community challenges.

The National Weather Service predicts daily showers and thunderstorms in the Columbus area, mainly in the afternoon and evening, with a marginal risk of severe weather. Temperatures will stay in the mid-80s.

Lawsuits challenge Ohio's plan to use $1.7 billion from unclaimed funds for a new Cleveland Browns stadium, alleging unconstitutional misappropriation.

Eric Powell was arrested for the homicide of Joshua L. Williams on June 30 in Columbus. Details on the motive are undisclosed and the investigation continues.

The Upper Arlington City Council has amended its Property Maintenance Code to enforce stricter penalties for repeat violators, including increased fines and shifting appeals to the Board of Zoning & Planning.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has dispatched first responders, including OSP troopers and ODNR officers plus K-9s, to Texas to aid in flood recovery efforts.

Columbus Police seek public help with a homicide that occurred on Wilson Ave on July 4, requesting photos or videos that may assist the investigation.

Final three co-defendants in Muskingum County Jail escape were sentenced, with roles varying from aiding the escape to providing refuge and acquiring drugs.

Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 10 deaths in separate traffic incidents during the July Fourth holiday period; focus on seat belt use, impaired driving, and drug violations noted.

A Columbus man received a 25 to 30.5-year sentence for the fatal shooting of Tyler Goins at a birthday party after pleading guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter and other charges.