Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost outlined the state's progress in combating human trafficking, such as the implementation of a dedicated hotline and the passage of beneficial legislation for survivors.

Ohio's Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program offers eligible residents assistance with home heating costs during winter. It helps those disconnected from service, needing to establish or transfer service, or with low bulk fuel.

Ticket prices for the CFP National Championship game between Ohio State and Notre Dame have reached an all-time high, with average prices exceeding $4,000.

A National Weather Service report warns that a cold front is approaching Ohio. It will bring colder air and potential precipitation, and temperatures could drop significantly by midweek.

Several Central Ohio schools are impacted by a PowerSchool data breach, prompting a swift response and a call for vigilance in protecting personal information.

John Glenn Columbus International Airport is beginning construction on a new terminal, which will affect traffic and parking, including relocating the Cell Phone Lot.

Delaware Citizens Academy opens enrollment for a series providing insights into city operations, including interactive sessions and tours, limited to 20 participants starting mid-February.

Light snow in Columbus and Cincinnati will end this morning. Clear skies are expected later today. However, a cold front may bring more wintry conditions Sunday night. Temperatures will stay cold, with a brief warm-up scheduled at the end of the week.

The Columbus Police are seeking public help in the Short North assaults investigation, with suspects Anderson, Moore III, and Seymore charged with Felonious Assault.

Columbus prepares for its annual Martin Luther King Jr. march and program, emphasizing unity and the civil rights leader's legacy, with the event starting at the Lincoln Theatre.

An attempted robbery on Flags Center Dr in Columbus is under investigation. The suspect tried to steal merchandise and assault the owner. Authorities seek information.

The Columbus City Council is conducting interviews for the District 7 seat, with sessions scheduled but no decisions to be made during them. An appointment is expected in the coming weeks.

Columbus City Council is concluding its public hearings on the proposed $1.23 billion budget for 2025. Before voting, the council invited department heads and the community to provide input.