The Lancaster Police Department shared bodycam footage and a 911 call of a double homicide and officer-involved shooting in Lancaster, Ohio, resulting in charges for suspect Kyle Varney.

Bertram C. Aldred Jr. was sentenced to 22-26 years for sexually assaulting a minor and is now a lifetime Tier III sex offender. His conviction followed an investigation initiated by a teacher's report and evidence found on his phone.

Kevin L. Miller proposed the 2026-2027 OOD budget during an Ohio House Health Committee presentation, joined by diverse staff members to illustrate agency commitments.

Hilliard City Council has committed $4M to infrastructure, including road maintenance and bike lanes, which use eco-friendly materials and have safety features like raised crosswalks.

Uptown Westerville was named a Nationally Certified Main Street Community for its effective revitalization efforts, recognized by Heritage Ohio and Main Street America.

Brittany Cole received a life sentence for murdering her father-in-law with the possibility of parole after 16 years.

Two men received mandatory prison sentences for a drug-related shooting in Zanesville, Ohio, as found guilty of felonious assault with firearm specifications.

Upper Arlington is conducting a housing market study to understand local and regional housing needs, with input from stakeholders and community via an online survey.

Ohio Representative Meredith Craig proposed legislation for a tax credit to small businesses that offer ICHRAs to reduce healthcare costs for employers and staff.

The Ohio Supreme Court celebrated Black History Month with students, focusing on the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Ohioans' legal contributions.

A pedestrian died being hit by two vehicles on I-70 near Reynoldsburg, the first vehicle fled the scene. The highway was closed for hours. Police are investigating.

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on I-70 in Columbus, a second vehicle struck the victim but stopped and reported the incident. Police are seeking witnesses.

Two men died, and a woman was critically injured in a Lancaster shooting, a 26-year-old male suspect was shot and detained. An officer involved is on leave; BCI is investigating.