We're immersed in the signs of the season. Stores filled with gift ideas, images of tables overflowing with food. And amid all that joy, it can be heartbreaking for families struggling to make ends meet. So in this season of giving, The Salvation Army in Central Ohio is asking you to give from the heart to those in need.

Councilman Gerald Dixon appeared Tuesday in Franklin County Municipal Court on charges of gross sexual imposition and compelling prostitution. He was released on bond and was sworn in Tuesday evening. He told NBC4 he would not resign.

The Public Utilities Commission held a public hearing Tuesday on a proposed rate hike for AEP Ohio customers.

Approximately three years ago, a Ross County Sheriff’s deputy was shot in the line of duty and returned fire. Sgt. Eric Kocheran had to undergo several surgeries and while it has been a long road to recovery, he is using his experiences to fuel his new mission.

It appears that the Columbus Promise program could end up being a broken promise.

Columbus police have released body camera footage showing a fatal crash involving an officer. Officer Kaitlin Robinson was responding to a burglary when she crashed into a truck, killing the driver.

The City of Columbus has filed disciplinary charges against the Columbus Division of Fire Chief. This follows an independent investigation into a 2023 fatal crash involving a CFD fire engine.

Tuesday evening forecast

State senators passed changes to Ohio’s marijuana laws on Tuesday.

Dozens of cases handled by the Delaware County Public Defender's Office could be reopened after a common pleas judge was accused of pressuring an attorney with the prosecutor's office into sex.

Teddy bear toss at Ohio State basketball game

Central Ohio and Columbus afternoon forecast for December 9, 2025.

When central Ohio ski resorts will open