Andrea Vasquez, a 6th grader from Diley Middle School, received an Honorable Mention for her art reflecting the "Healing Through Color" theme in a competition hosted by the Ohio Art Education Association.

Ohioans face a cold weekend with flurries. A trough will bring colder conditions and snow showers, followed by below-normal temperatures and a possible robust system with rain and thunderstorms next week.

Starling PreK-8 introduced a CAD course for eighth graders to align their skills with central Ohio's tech industry needs, promising to prepare students for future opportunities.

Sherwood Middle School students are using AI to create superhero versions of themselves, incorporating elements of Career-Technical Education and Black History Month into their learning.

John Turco was caught in a police situation due to a car cloning scam involving his truck, resulting in unexpected legal issues and potential financial loss.

A Columbus man pleaded guilty to sextortion and child pornography charges, having manipulated minors on social media and possessing illegal materials.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol has welcomed Ragnar, a new drug-detecting canine, to assist in combating narcotics trafficking and enhancing their average fentanyl seizure efforts.

Dublin and Central Ohio Safe Ride offer discounted Lyft rides for St. Patrick's Day festivities, using code DUBSPD25 to encourage responsible celebration.

The ODNR launched new projects, funded by the AMLER program, to revitalize areas affected by old coal mines, including community and environmental improvements.

AEP is set to begin tree-trimming in Dublin neighborhoods from March to October to prevent power outages and enhance safety, informing residents before work.

Ohio Representatives Pizzulli and Stephens voted for House Bill 54, the State Transportation Budget. This budget includes a study of a potential I-73 corridor that could spur economic growth in the region.

Ali Omar Jeylani was arrested for aggravated burglary after forcibly entering his girlfriend's home. A pattern of threatening behavior led to his capture by Columbus Police.

Beechcroft High School students participated for the first time in the Central Ohio Miniature Bridge Building Competition, impressing with their engineering skills and teamwork.