A Columbus woman's TikTok sparked a police investigation after cadaver dogs reacted to a buried rug in her backyard. Police say there are no conclusive findings yet.

Detective Brandon Long of Hilliard Police received the Community Service Award from Ohio AG Dave Yost for his dedication to local community relations and the Special Olympics.

A woman is in serious condition after an assault in Columbus, hospitalized with severe head and neck injuries. Police are investigating but have no suspect information yet.

A teen girl died after a late-night shooting in Columbus' Hilltop; initially thought self-inflicted, detectives are investigating. A gun found at the scene is key evidence.

One person was critically injured in a shooting in Columbus's Italian Village during the early evening. Police are investigating, with no suspect information yet available.

Columbus police have indicted William R. Jones II for the murder of Justin Dahlin, found dead from multiple injuries on South Cypress Avenue in August.

The forecast for Columbus and Cincinnati suggests mild weather with high pressure and dry conditions into the weekend and a cold front bringing cooler temperatures following. Dense fog advisories are in place but should lift by mid-morning.

A manhunt is underway in Columbus for Marquale Brown, wanted for aggravated assault after a shooting on September 24. Authorities consider him armed and dangerous and seek public assistance in his capture.

A shooting in Columbus on Noe Bixby Rd left one person wounded. Police are investigating and seeking information from witnesses. Detective Orahood can be contacted with any leads.

Hilliard City Council is seeking applicants for a vacancy on its Board of Zoning Appeals, which will expire in December 2025. Applications are due by September 30th.

Microsoft plans to build a $420 million data center in New Albany, Ohio, expected to create at least 30 jobs and solidify the area's status as a tech hub.

Harold S. Lighthizer from Zanesville has been sentenced to 16 months for theft, involving the removal of roof tiles. He was also ordered to pay $1,100 in restitution.

Ohio allocates $1.3 million to Springfield schools to support the education of an increasing number of Haitian migrants, focusing on resources like translation services and mental health.