Tayvion Taylor was sentenced to 17-22.5 years for drug trafficking and firearms charges after being apprehended with automatic weapons and drugs on Interstate 71.

An adult died after being hit by two vehicles when stepping into traffic on Fisher Road, as reported by Columbus Police. The investigation is ongoing.

A suspect, Devon R. Ford, was arrested in connection to a November shooting on Fitzroy Dr. in Columbus, which resulted in one death and one hospitalized. The Columbus Police continue their investigation, urging public assistance.

State Rep. Jean Schmidt has been appointed Chair of the Ohio House Health Committee by Speaker Matt Huffman, which implies a critical role in shaping health policy.

Brian Lampton has been reappointed as Chair of the Ohio House Insurance Committee, bringing over 30 years of industry experience to address insurance issues for Ohioans.

As per the Ohio AG's office, former VFW post quartermaster Guy Andonian was sentenced for embezzling over $35,000.

An Ohio weather update anticipates light snow impacting AM commutes. This will be followed by dry conditions and a rain-snow mix approaching the weekend. Extremely cold days are forecasted for early next week.

Sarah Fowler Arthur appointed as chair of the House Education Committee in the Ohio House of Representatives. Speaker Huffman expressed confidence in her leadership.

Ohio court upholds the conviction of a man sentenced for using bleach to harm a stray cat, setting a precedent that extends felony animal cruelty laws to include stray cats.

Trent S. Willard of Licking County is charged with possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material and animal sexual conduct following an Internet Crimes Against Children tip.

A fatal traffic accident in Columbus involved a Toyota Camry striking a tree on Busch Boulevard, with the driver pronounced dead at the hospital. The cause remains under investigation.

The article describes fluctuating weather conditions in the Ohio Valley. It predicts cold temperatures, snow, and gusty winds, followed by brief warming and rain, and then a plunge in temperatures due to Arctic air.

O.A.R. is set to perform at the Columbus Blue Jackets outdoor game against the Detroit Red Wings, with Twenty-One Pilots playing during intermission.