Domestic Violence

Officials in Columbus and Franklin County have new initiatives meant to address the root causes of domestic violence and save lives.

Domestic violence-related homicides have increased steadily over the past 10 years in Ohio. Stark County is hoping a new justice center will help curb the rising problem.

Officials in Columbus and Franklin County have new initiatives meant to address the root causes of domestic violence and save lives.

The city has seen 81 homicides so far this year, which Mayor Andrew Ginther said is the lowest number since about 2007.

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther unveiled his proposed budget Thursday, which includes a new initiatives to help the homeless population. About 70% of the proposed budget is for police, fire and other safety services.

Among them, medical practitioners would have to conduct private interviews and document possible abuse-related injuries to add to the patient’s medical records.

Domestic violence deaths have surged in Ohio, according to the most recent annual fatality count by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network.

Former Ohio State running back Quinshon Jenkins was arrested in Florida on Saturday.

Former Ohio State and Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested Saturday night in Florida on a charge of battery and domestic violence.

The Ohio Domestic Violence Network is working to educate more people about the connection between domestic violence and brain injuries.