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.

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. 

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. 

Watch: Man breaks free from handcuffs, punches deputy in Ohio courthouse escape

An Ohio man being transported from a courthouse to prison made a dramatic attempt to escape after breaking free from his restraints and assaulting deputies.

Former Ohio attorney convicted of trying to shoot ex-wife at restaurant

An Ohio man was convicted of trying to kill his ex-wife after prosecutors said he pointed a handgun at her head and pulled the trigger while she was dining with her parents.

Watch: Suspect steals police cruiser, crashes into Ohio home

A man in Dayton, Ohio, allegedly fled a crash scene in a stolen SUV, stole a police cruiser and drove it through a home.

79 missing kids found in Ohio during monthlong operation

The Marshals Service says the operation focused on children reported missing through sex trafficking, physical and emotional abuse, neglect, runaways “and other forms of endangerment."

Ohio Supreme Court denies Mackenzie Shirilla's latest appeal bid in double murder case

Convicted double murderer Mackenzie Shirilla suffered another legal setback after the Ohio Supreme Court denied her attorneys' request to reconsider its decision not to hear her latest appeal.

Butter knife brandished during wedding fight, spills into parking lot

A fight between wedding guests in Westlake, Ohio, left at least two people injured and led to charges against three men in their 40s, police said.

Watch: Wind dramatically flips car on Ohio freeway

A traffic camera captured the dramatic moment a gust of wind flipped over a car that was traveling on an Ohio interstate. 

Rep. Max Miller calls for ethics probe following abuse allegations

U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.

Sen. Moreno says Rep. Max Miller 'should not serve' in Congress

U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno says fellow Ohio Republican, and former son-in-law, Max Miller should resign from Congress after abuse allegations have surfaced.