Ajmeri Hoque, a local defense attorney, is running unopposed for Franklin County Municipal Court. She would be the first Muslim judge in Ohio.

James Green has been a Franklin County judge for more than 30 years. He decided not to run again in 2025, but isn't calling ...

Therapy dogs like Radar and Franklin provide comfort and support ... Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. What about those who don't have a choice? They work long hours ...

"It just looked like a murder scene," Grant said, recounting the house where a little boy had been attacked by his uncle's ...

Le'Veon Bell, 33, and his brother, La'Vonte Bell, 30, did not respond to the lawsuit in any way or hire an attorney to ...

Columbus is packed with some of the nation's best festivals. Whether it be art, food, film or culture, USA TODAY says Columbus has it all.

The OHSAA girls basketball season is winding down with the state tournament starting soon. Here's a look the Ohio Ms.

The OHSAA regional tournament has arrived in boys basketball. Nineteen central Ohio teams are two wins from advancing to ...

Central Ohio is one of the fastest-growing regions in the Buckeye State, but growth is uneven throughout the region.

Some central Ohio districts are concerned and calling for adjustments to the school funding budget proposal that would cause many to lose millions.

EA Sports’ College Football 25 video game took the nation by storm. The game quickly became a massive success, becoming the highest-selling ...

Westerville South junior guard Ariyana Cradle, who led her team to within a win of the Division II state tournament, was ...