We're right in the heart of the holiday season, and there are still 28 days left to help bring some extra joy to the patients, families, and health care heroes at Nationwide Children's hospital through the Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life campaign. Every donation makes a difference — supporting critical care, life-changing research, and yes, making those beautiful butterflies out on the lawn sparkle with hope. Eric Zimpfer with Cenovus Energy joins Crystal in studio to share why this campaign means so much to them.

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