Almost time for a holiday tradition that makes such a big difference for families across Central Ohio. Firefighters 4 Kids toy drive benefitting the Salvation Army in Central Ohio. It's thanks to partners that they can spread so much joy. And joining them this season is Columbia Gas of Ohio. Their team is committed to showing up for the community, not just with safe, reliable energy, but with real compassion for families who need a little extra help.

In this special edition of NBC4 Sports Extra, Orri Benatar and David DeGuzman take a look at the massive changes that the Columbus Crew faces heading into the offseason. Plus we go one-on-one with Darlington Nagbe as the Crew captain heads into retirement.

A look back at the 2025 Ohio State football season heading into the College Football Playoff.

After arrest, Whitehall councilman sworn in

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.