The Latest Breaking News from Ohio

Democrat Sherrod Brown says derailment, which released toxic chemicals, was caused by Norfolk Southern

Residents of East Palestine grapple with mixed safety messages two weeks after leak of hazardous chemicals from train

Ohio governor calls on Congress to investigate how that could happen

The Ohio derailment is a reminder of what can happen for millions of Americans who live near railways. There are things people can do to better protect themselves from the hazards of chemical spills.

If things had gone a bit differently, the chemicals on the train that derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, could have exploded, killing people on the spot, maybe hundreds. That’s the unacceptable risk thrust on communities across the country by the transportation of hazardous materials. Fixing the problem won’t be easy.

Two train derailments in neighboring states had very different outcomes — and officials say that's not unusual

East Palestine, Ohio is choking, red-eyed, and scared for its long-term health. Thanks, Obama. And, Trump. And, Biden.

The racketeering trial of former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder and lobbyist Matt Borges was cancelled again Friday due to illness

Ohio’s governor says a plume of chemicals that spilled into the Ohio River after a fiery train derailment has broken up and is no longer a concern