An Ohio corrections officer, Andrew Lansing, was killed by an inmate on Christmas at Ross Correctional Institution; the inmate has since been transferred, and an investigation is underway.

The Ohio region is expected to experience a pause in rain before more unsettled weather arrives later. Moderate temperatures are forecasted for the short term, and a mix of conditions is anticipated heading into the weekend.

Firefighters in East Columbus rescued several dogs from a house fire on Winner Avenue; no human injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Ohio auditors found that Caregiver Grove Behavioral Health LLC improperly received $1.75 million in Medicaid payments and may need to repay $1.96 million—the provider billed for unsupported or unauthorized services.

The National Weather Service predicts a gray, rainy Christmas Day in the Columbus and Cincinnati areas, with temperatures near or above normal. Unsettled weather is expected to continue over the weekend.

Columbus Police are searching for 8-day-old Karla Sullivan, missing since December 20 and believed to be with her mother, Rosetta Sullivan. The public is urged to help find the endangered infant.

The National Weather Service forecasts mild weather with some disturbances and rain for Ohio leading up to the holiday weekend, keeping temperatures warm for late December.

Two people died, and one is in critical condition after a Jeep Grand Cherokee crashed on Williams Road in Columbus. The accident, which occurred early in the morning, is under investigation.

Ohio BCI Supervisor graduates from the FBI National Academy, marking a prestigious law enforcement training milestone.

Columbus Downtown High School culinary students are making meals for families at Ronald McDonald House, gaining cooking and sanitation skills while providing valuable community service.

Two Columbus City Schools, Alpine and Clinton Elementary, have achieved the i-Ready Super Stretch School designation for student growth in reading and math.

The City of Upper Arlington is enhancing its recycling efforts after the holidays with programs for recycling holiday lights, collecting Christmas trees, composting food waste, and managing electronic waste.

Rain is expected in Columbus, Cincinnati, and surrounding areas from a cold front, with light precipitation and temperatures in the 40s through Christmas week, as noted by NWS Wilmington, Ohio.