Crime
20-year-old agrees to plead guilty in fatal shooting at east Columbus vigil
Tyrez Turner entered an Alford plea in connection with the June 2024 shooting at Krumm Park.
Ohio Treasure Hunter Released from Prison, Still Tight-Lipped on Gold Hoard
Thomas "Tommy" Thompson, who recovered millions in gold from an 1857 shipwreck, has been released from federal prison but continues to refuse to disclose the treasure's location.
Shots Fired at Car Carrying Kids on Petzinger Road
Driver injured by broken glass, four juveniles unharmed in Columbus incident
Weather
Fisher Road Closed in Both Directions Near I-70
Falling concrete prompts traffic closure on city's west side
Sunny, Warm Monday Ahead for Columbus, Rain Chances Later This Week
Cooler temperatures and rain showers expected by the end of the week
Heavy Rain Threatens Flooding in Ohio Through Thursday
Up to 3 inches of rainfall could lead to flooded roads in Cincinnati and Columbus areas.
Lifestyle
Ohio Boosts Reading Coaches to Implement 'Science of Reading'
Governor DeWine announces 50 new coaches to work with teachers on phonics-based literacy instruction
Ohio Launches Attendance Dashboard to Track Student Absences
New tool will provide weekly data on chronic absenteeism in every school district
Ohio State Campus Bar Fives Up High to Close in May
Bar's owners announce closure after annual senior bar crawl, tease opening of new concept Twos Under High
Economics
Home Sales Rise, Sparking Optimism for Housing Market
Existing home sales increased in February, hinting at a potential housing market recovery.
Nearly Half of Ohio Renters Spend Over Half Their Income on Housing
New report shows shortage of affordable rental units across the state, with the crisis most acute in major cities like Columbus.
Ohio's 'Micropolitans' Ranked Best in Nation for Economic Development Projects
Five of Ohio's major metro areas also ranked in the top 10 for the East North Central Region.
Politics
Ohio Senator Maintains Perfect Voting Record in 2025
Bernie Moreno was one of just two U.S. senators to never miss a vote during the demanding legislative session.
Ohio Businesses Challenge DeWine's Veto of Hemp Beverage Grace Period
Four companies file emergency lawsuit after governor rejects provision allowing sale of intoxicating hemp drinks through 2026
US Sen. Jon Husted to Testify in Ex-FirstEnergy Executives' Corruption Trial
Husted expected to corroborate details of meetings, emails, and texts referenced in the high-profile case.
