Columbus police exchanged gunfire with a man identified as Michael Magyar near the 3000 block of Cotton Mill; no officers were hurt and BCI is investigating.

Scattered storms are likely across Columbus this afternoon and evening, with pockets of heavy rain. Expect highs near 89°F and localized flooding in spots.

Ohio's melanoma incidence is above the national average, and dermatologists say Gen Z's tanning plus online sunscreen myths are a dangerous mix.

Sen. Jerry Cirino’s SB 461 would force students at universities with state-backed civics centers to take center-run classes and give center directors broad control over curriculum and tuition.

A security guard was shot outside Masjid Omar on Riverview Drive after a confrontation over tow trucks; police say he is stable and the shooting is under investigation.

Hot, humid Columbus under a Heat Advisory today; afternoon storms could disrupt fireworks and outdoor plans.

Three people — including two juveniles — were arrested after a stolen‑car chase on Columbus’ West Side. Police say stop sticks ended the pursuit and officers recovered a stolen, loaded handgun.

A Columbus man was arrested this week in the Oct. 17, 1985 killing of John Warren, according to court papers and local reports. Authorities say the indictment ties the death to a robbery.

Columbus police say a 7‑week‑old boy died on the city's northeast side and a man, Michael Watkins, has been charged with murder. Investigators say the probe is ongoing.

A Grove City man is facing multiple felony counts after an early-morning Marysville traffic stop turned violent and left three officers injured. Police say drugs and a stolen handgun were found.

Council leaders say Columbus Water & Power acknowledged improper shut‑offs during this weeks heat; crews are restoring service and drafting a policy to prevent repeats.

A Columbus mother says her son was shot dead by police at Montego Bay’s Sangster Airport; INDECOM has opened a probe and an autopsy shows multiple back wounds.

Ohio State agreed to buy about 16 acres next to its Dublin outpatient center, but the deal comes with a firm start‑by deadline: construction must begin by the end of 2031 or the city can reclaim the land.