Ohio’s three-level snow emergency system allows county sheriffs to restrict travel during winter storms, ranging from cautious advisories at Level 1 to potential arrests for non-essential driving at Level 3.
Governor Mike DeWine and state emergency officials are advising Ohioans to prepare for a significant winter storm bringing up to a foot of snow and extreme cold, emphasizing that residents should stay off the roads to allow crews to clear pathways safely.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for north central and northwest Ohio through Tuesday morning, with wind chills expected to reach 20 degrees below zero.
A 65-year-old Carey man was killed Wednesday morning after his pickup truck overturned and struck a utility pole on County Road 6 in Seneca County.
A 14-year-old boy was killed and a 16-year-old driver was seriously injured Wednesday after their vehicle struck a tree on County Road 59.
The official congressional commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial has launched a nationwide initiative to make 2026 the largest year of community service in American history.
Non-tipped workers in Ohio will see their hourly pay rise to $11 starting Jan. 1, 2026, as the state’s annual inflation-linked wage adjustment takes effect.
The Ohio State Fire Marshal is urging residents to follow safety guidelines and legal discharge hours to prevent injuries as Ohio enters the 2026 New Year’s holiday.
A 70-year-old Columbus woman died Monday morning after a Jeep Cherokee traveled off I-71 near Mansfield, plunged down an embankment, and landed on Vanderbilt Road.
Discover how to celebrate New Year’s Eve with family-friendly traditions like “Noon Year’s Eve” parties, DIY noisemakers, and kid-approved beverage bars to welcome 2026 with everyone.