Terrance P. Cummings from Columbus has been arrested for sexually exploiting high school students, facing potential life imprisonment on federal child exploitation and coercion charges.

ODOT seeks public feedback on S.R. 140 drainage improvements in Lawrence County, with plans for a culvert replacement and road profile revisions, not affecting homes or businesses.

A 27-year-old man was shot dead in a north Columbus neighborhood, with the shooter still at large. Police are investigating and have called for witnesses to come forward.

A decomposed male body was found at an abandoned car wash in Columbus, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities and the coroner's office.

The NWS forecast for Ohio Valley indicates continued sunny weather with a chance for frost and a weak cold front that could bring potential showers or storms over the weekend.

Marriott settles for $52 million over a data breach, agrees to boost security practices following an investigation by a coalition of attorneys general after a breach exposed personal data of 131.5 million guests.

Brad Madison was found guilty of the murder of Brandon Joiner by a Columbus jury, with charges including murder and having a weapon while under disability.

A former school treasurer and his daughter were indicted on theft and related charges after a fraud hotline tip led to an investigation in Wayne Local School District.

Columbus secures a $6.6M FEMA grant to provide critical services to migrants and refugees, easing pressure on local shelters and continuing humanitarian efforts.

Columbus Police responded to a shooting on E. Fulton St., finding a victim in serious condition who was later stabilized. A suspect was apprehended at 4:04 a.m.

Rafat Juaidi was fatally hit by a Chevrolet Malibu on I-270 near E. Main St.; the driver fled the scene. He died at Mt. Carmel East Hospital, and two others were injured. Police seek information on the beige Malibu, which is now damaged right front.

The Columbus Division of Police reports a burglary at a store on Tuttle Crossing Blvd. A suspect stole cell phones and fled in an SUV. Public assistance is sought.

Columbus authorities seek the public's help in identifying a woman who stole items and assaulted an employee at a Cassady Avenue store. The suspect fled in a blue SUV on September 15, 2024.