More than 1,100 chinchillas rescued from neglected Ohio breeding facility

More than 1,100 chinchillas were rescued from an Ohio breeding facility after federal investigators documented alleged violations of the Animal Welfare Act, including filthy cages.

Sherrod Brown defeats Jon Husted in Ohio Senate race

Democrat Sherrod Brown defeated incumbent Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio’s special Senate election, returning to Washington after losing his seat in 2024.

Amy Acton defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor race

Former Ohio public health director Amy Acton claimed victory over Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy to deliver for Democrats a rare statewide win in the Buckeye State.

Ohio's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Sherrod Brown vs Jon Husted

Former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican Sen. Jon Husted are set to face off in Ohio’s 2026 Senate race, a closely watched contest that could influence control of the chamber.

Toddler, two others found shot dead after mysterious 911 call for 'help'

Deputies in Ohio are investigating a mysterious 911 call that led to the discovery of three bodies – including a toddler – who had been shot. 

Toledo chemical leak update: 57 people treated by hospitals, evacuation area reduced

Toledo area hospitals treated 57 patients for symptoms related to the incident, with seven still being treated Thursday afternoon, and none are in serious condition, according to the city.

Vance blasts GOP pushback to Ramaswamy ad featuring Acton's estranged mother during Ohio stop

Vice President JD Vance criticized some of his fellow Republicans Wednesday, saying he is "disgusted" by their pushback against an ad by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that features the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Dr. Amy Acton. 

Toledo chemical leak causes evacuations after tank explosion

Officials in Ohio said a chemical tank exploded containing glycidyl methacrylate, prompting evacuations within a one-mile radius and a shelter-in-place that extends into southeast Michigan.

Controversial ad featuring Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate’s mother made by GOP opponent

The controversial new political advertisement featuring the estranged mother of Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton calling her daughter “a liar" was produced by her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign team, the GOP nominee’s camp confirmed Tuesday night. 

Ohio governor defies NCAA with order allowing 2022 high school graduates fifth season

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed an executive order allowing colleges and universities in the state to let athletes who graduated from high school in 2022 play a fifth season.

Caleb Flynn, former 'American Idol' singer, sentenced to life in prison without parole in wife's murder

Caleb Flynn, a former "American Idol" contestant, who was convicted last month of killing his wife Ashley Flynn, 37, was sentenced Monday to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Man busted in Ohio for trying to buy 50,000 stamps using a fraudulent check

A New York man has been indicted by a grand jury after attempting to purchase thousands of dollars in postage stamps using a counterfeit check at an Ohio post office.

Ohio cancer patient sues hospital after surgeon allegedly amputated wrong leg

An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.