Franklin County residents voted to extend a property tax levy supporting the Columbus Zoo, ensuring $20.5 million annual funding for operations and educational programs.

Ohio Representatives Miller and Robb Blasdel introduce the C.H.O.I.C.E. Act to inform parents of vaccine exemption rights and alter school vaccine requirements.

Ohio educators discussed strategies to address chronic absenteeism, worsened by the pandemic, at an OSU symposium focused on improving K-12 student attendance.

Judge Joy Malek Oldfield's work with Summit County's Turning Point Program earned her the Dr. Robert M. Smith Innovation Award for impacting those with addiction and mental health issues.

Ohio's Secretary of State Frank LaRose highlights transparency ahead of the general election, sharing early vote tallies and reminding voters to check their voting status and preview ballots for November 4.

Overloading adults' working memory leads them to behave like children, distributing focus and acting less selectively, despite accurate task performance, in an Ohio State University study.

The Columbus Division of Fire celebrates veteran Firefighter Mike Powell as he teaches his final extrication class to rescue technician recruits halfway through their 6-week program.

Hilliard honors the late Mayor Timothy A. Ward with a memorial stone, celebrating his visionary leadership and commitment to the community from 2000 to 2003.

Ohio's budget bill, House Bill 96, brings changes to insurance provisions, affecting payment methods, equality in medical reimbursements, licensing processes, and more, aiming for clarity and access in the industry.

Ohio's Redistricting Commission unanimously approved new congressional districts, preventing a costly referendum and a potentially delayed primary. The bipartisan map reflects state politics and averts a $50 million expense.

Ohio wildlife officers received NAWEOA awards, with Investigator Kiefer named Officer of the Year and Officer Keller with K-9 Scout earning the Loyal Partner Award.

Upper Arlington offers a leadership program to develop future leaders through practical training and networking, with applications open for the Leadership UA Class of 2026.

Ohio launches "Find Forgotten Funds" event in November, incentivizing residents to search for unclaimed assets, inspired by the Ohio-Michigan sports rivalry.