The NWS indicates a persisting heatwave in areas around Columbus and Cincinnati, with heat advisories and temperatures around 100°F. Relief is expected with a cold front on Saturday, bringing seasonal temperatures and decreased humidity.

Former Franklin County deputy, Charles Davis, will go on trial in March on numerous sex crime charges, while the teen victim expresses safety concerns.

A former Columbus officer, Joel M. Mefford, pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to distribute and money laundering, involving over 10kg of cocaine.

Ohio correctional officer Lt. Rodney Osborne was accidentally killed by his instructor during a training mirror drill when his instructor, Commander Pearson, failed to ensure his weapon was unloaded.

The Columbus Police are investigating a shooting on N. Wayne Avenue that wounded one person, urging witnesses to help.

Authorities are intensifying the search for Jayden Carsey, a 13-year-old boy missing since yesterday from the area near Busch Boulevard & 161 in Columbus.

Columbus Police are investigating a fatal shooting incident following a car accident on Cedar Drive. The victim died from gunshot wounds two days later. Homicide detectives seek public assistance.

Nalah Jackson was sentenced to over 23 years for kidnapping twin boys from their mother's car in Columbus, Ohio, and later expressed remorse in court.

Ohio State's Ryan Day announced Tegra Tshabola as starting right guard for the season opener against Akron, with transfer Will Howard as quarterback. The team is focused on a strong season post-Cotton Bowl loss.

The NWS predicts high heat and potential thunderstorms in Ohio, advising caution due to heat-related illness risks, with a brief storm relief before a persistent heatwave breaks by the upcoming weekend.

The Columbus Police have confirmed a murder-suicide on Parma Avenue involving Beverly and James Barnes, with a plea for information and highlighting domestic violence issues.

The Columbus Police are investigating the murder of Dajuan Rios after a shooting. Brittney Nicole McBride is charged and held in Franklin County Jail.

Ohio Rep. Tex Fischer may be disqualified for not disclosing a past name change as required by a 1995 law, impacting his candidacy in the 58th district.