Upper Arlington Police remind residents to secure their vehicles following a rise in thefts, emphasizing the mantra "Lock It, Hide It, Protect It" to protect valuables from opportunistic crimes.

The Columbus City Schools board has unanimously voted to cut its budget by $50 million starting in fiscal year 2027, raising concerns about potential school closures and staff reductions.

Sheriff Alex Lape summarized Fairfield County's law enforcement activities for August 11-17, 2025, including vehicle vandalism, theft, accidents, and arrests.

Upper Arlington Police Division welcomed three new officers to reinforce public safety with a swearing-in ceremony attended by city staff and families.

Lindsey Hanes joins Pickerington Local Schools as Assistant Principal at Toll Gate Elementary, bringing experience from Forest Rose School and other administrative roles.

The Auditor of State's Special Investigations Unit found former Elyria Mayor Frank Whitfield misused public resources for his campaign, leading him to repay $956.67.

E. Gordon Gee returns to Ohio State University for a one-year academic advisory role, leveraging his extensive leadership experience to contribute to various initiatives.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has deployed 150 Ohio National Guard members, including military police, to Washington, D.C., for additional security support.

Ohio's Auditor of State, Keith Faber, will release new audits on August 19 to ensure accountability in public spending and uncover any financial mismanagement.

Sherrod Brown, Ohio Democrat, announced he is running again for a U.S. Senate seat, with a focus on supporting Ohio workers and challenging a tax system he finds unfair.

Ohio, West Virginia, and South Carolina are deploying National Guard troops to Washington D.C. to address crime and homelessness; the move has received mixed reactions.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and ODOT Director Pamela Boratyn announced a $12.7 million grant to improve transportation safety and infrastructure in small cities.

Ohio announces a $7.1 million investment in career education to prepare students for high-demand jobs, with a focus on career-connected learning and planning across its regions.