Jeff Gottke is named Gahanna's Director of Economic Development, tasked with guiding the city's economic growth and aligning it with community values.

Columbus Fire Recruit Class 123 completed a ladder operation exercise, an essential part of their 32-week training, to build confidence and skills for high-rise rescues.

Governor DeWine visited and praised Ohio elementary schools excelling in student literacy through the Science of Reading, highlighting their educational impact and success.

Columbus forms a new Funding Review Advisory Committee to evaluate and recommend public funding practices for essential community services, with a focus on creating sustainable and equitable financial strategies post-COVID.

An arrest has been made for the theft of firefighting equipment worth over $300,000 from the Columbus Division of Fire.

Deputy Zach Brown of the Union County Sheriff's Office was promoted to Patrol Sergeant on April 7th, celebrated by colleagues and recognized for his law enforcement dedication.

Ohio State's intense quarterback competition features Julian Sayin among others, with no starter named yet. Coach Ryan Day is prolonging the decision, keeping the QBs competing through spring into fall.

Columbus police arrested 23-year-old Maxwell Davis, charging him with Aggravated Robbery connected to an August shooting after a thorough investigation.

Ohio experiences chilly conditions with a gradual warming trend forecasted by the NWS. Frost and freeze conditions are expected, with a potential for mixed precipitation turning into rain. Showers and thundershowers are possible later in the week.

Abdimalik Hirad died in a head-on collision on SR 750 in Delaware County, Ohio. A separate miss avoided the crash, hitting a school bus without children. Investigations are ongoing.

Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine and ODOT announce plans to enhance 844 bridges and lay 5,538 miles of pavement, with a strong focus on improving road safety.

The Ohio Department of Insurance offers advice on storm-related damage claims, emphasizing policy coverage and the need for separate flood insurance.

Ohio's Department of Job and Family Services will host the OhioMeansJobs "Gen Z" Virtual Career Fair on April 29 for residents under 27, with over 100 employers participating.