23-year-old Ohio man dead after motorcycle crash

DELAWARE COUNTY — A 23-year-old Ohio man is dead after a motorcycle crash Saturday morning. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Around 6:30 a.m. Saturday, Troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol were dispatched to...

Apollo 13 moon mission leader, Ohio native Lovell dies at 97

In this photo provided by NASA, astronaut James Lovell, Apollo 13 commander, poses for a portrait in his space suit on Feb. 16, 1970. NASA | AP CHICAGO — James Lovell, the commander of Apollo 13 who helped turn a failed moon mission into a triumph...

Jeremiah McClellan details decision to commit to Oregon Ducks over Ohio State Buckeyes

There are a number of wide receivers on the Oregon Ducks roster who are looking to make a name for themselves and step into bigger roles on the offense this season. One of those players is redshirt freshman Jeremiah McClellan, who came to Eugene...

Tax cuts for the rich. Infant deaths for the poor. Welcome to the GOP vision for Ohio: Brent Larkin

Across the country, state governments are in a race to the bottom. Ohio won’t win this one. The competition is steep, and Gov. Mike DeWine’s normalcy slows the process down. But DeWine lacks the clout to prevent the insidious MAGA crowd that runs...

Black squirrels spread thoughout Northeast Ohio. Here’s a list showing where: The Readers Write

By any local measure, the black squirrel is having a moment. Long associated with the city of Kent and celebrated as Kent State University’s unofficial mascot, the black-furred variant of the eastern gray squirrel has quietly but steadily made...

From quantum computing to spreading kindness: Northeast Ohio scores millions in state budget earmarks

COLUMBUS, Ohio— While a lot of attention has been given toward the new state budget’s offering of $600 million toward a new Cleveland Browns stadium in suburban Brook Park, a lot of other Northeast Ohio organizations are also set to get budget...

From moonshot to mega site: How a Lorain councilwoman’s bold email set Ohio on a path to economic transformation

LORAIN, Ohio – Lorain Councilwoman Mary Springowski knew it was a bold move when she sent an email to Intel’s CEO in 2021, urging the tech giant to consider building its next chip manufacturing plant in her hometown. “It was a moonshot,”...

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Ohio connections to plane, pilot from WWII atomic bomb missions

Bockscar, the plane that dropped the atomic bomb on Nagasaki, is housed at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. The bomb was dropped on August 9, 1945, three days after the bombing of Hiroshima. Paul Tibbets, pilot of the...

Quail hunters in Ohio must seize limited opportunities

Bobwhite quail once seemed plentiful in Ohio, which is surprising, because the state doesn't have many areas where quail typically thrive. Quail numbers in Ohio have dwindled, especially since the 1970s. There are resources available to those who...

Ohio considering banning first-pitch bets amid Guardians gambling investigation

First-pitch bets could be on the chopping block as MLB investigates two Guardians pitchers. The state of Ohio is looking at banning “microbets,” which would include wagers on MLB’s first pitches, according to ESPN. Ohio Casino Control Commission...

Quail hunters in Ohio must seize limited opportunities

Mathura Sridharan, Appointed Ohio’s 12th Solicitor General

An Ohio native, Mathura is a a New York University School of Law graduate and, has served as a deputy solicitor general since 2021. (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Attorney General Dave Yost today announced his pick for Ohio’s 12th solicitor general, the...

Lyme disease on the rise: Why cases are rising in Ohio

The last 10 years have seen a big jump in Lyme disease cases. Even singer Justin Timberlake just announced he’s suffering from it. The number more than tripled in the last two years. Ohio counties are reporting rising numbers of cases of the...

Husted throws Ohio a lifeline – after helping sink the ship: Thomas Suddes

Democrats considering a 2026 challenge to appointed U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, an Upper Arlington Republican, might be daunted by mostly pat-a-cake publicity Husted gleaned despite voting “yes” on President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act – H.R. 1....

Legal maze threatens Ohio hospitals. Don't forget what Husted did

Democrats considering a 2026 challenge to the election of appointed U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, an Upper Arlington Republican, might be daunted by the mostly pat-a-cake publicity Husted gleaned despite voting “yes” on President Donald Trump’s One Big...

Ohio Lottery Jackpot Reaches $482 Million Ahead of Saturday Drawing

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Ohio Lottery jackpot is climbing, reaching an estimated $482 million for the drawing on Saturday, August 10, 2025. The current jackpot for Friday, August 8, is estimated at $166 million, with Saturday’s draws also featuring a...

To Nashville via … Steubenville? LGBTQ+ Ohioan Strums His Way to Pop Country Success and Trailblazing Authenticity

By Caitlin McNally, Buckeye Flame Born and raised in Steubenville, Ohio, 28 year old LGBTQ+ country-pop artist Andrew Mitch is building momentum in Nashville’s buzzing music scene. Mitch has gained notable social media traction as an up-and-coming...

Ohio Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday winning numbers for Aug. 8, 2025

The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Aug. 8, 2025, results for each game: Mega Millions Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. 02-06-08-14-49, Mega Ball:...

Ohio State's Devin Royal again gives back to Pickerington students