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An amoral, self-dealing, lying, cheating hypocrite is running for president. Be afraid.
An amoral, self-dealing, lying, cheating hypocrite runs for office When someone says that they like Trump’s policies, I say this: Since the day Trump came down the golden escalator, he has proven himself to be an amoral, self-dealing, lying, cheating hypocrite. ...
Best burger in Ohio available at 5 locations in Columbus area
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A new list is out highlighting the best burgers in every state. Reader's Digest honored an Ohio staple that's been serving them up for nearly a century. ALSO | Swenson's celebrating 90 years of serving customers. The famous double-patty burger at Swenson's earned the state's...
Displaced Colonial Village residents getting $156,000 package from Columbus City Council
View a previous report on Colonial Village evacuations in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The City of Columbus has approved two funding packages with a combined cost over $150,000 to help displaced former residents of the Colonial Village apartment complex. Residents of the complex in Columbus’ East Side were forced to evacuate […]
Columbus trash collection with change on Juneteenth — Here's what you need to know
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus announced trash collection service won't be provided on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Columbus officials said pickup will rotate forward by one day for residents assigned a color. For residents that don't have an assigned color, if collection day falls on or after the...
As Columbus Schools looks at closing schools, it already maintains 12 closed properties
While the Columbus City school board deliberates whether to close up to 20 schools, the district already has a portfolio of a dozen properties it doesn't directly use, costing nearly $400,000 annually to maintain. Last month, the Superintendent's Community Facilities Task Force presented a plan that included the possibility of...
Closures begin in downtown Columbus ahead of Pride March
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — As Pride month continues, so do the events throughout Central Ohio. The Columbus Pride Festival and March will cause some street closures this weekend. ALSO | Check the weekend forecast. Closures are in place now and will last through Saturday clean-up, including:. Dennison Ave, Goodale...
Eastland Mall owner faces $1,000 daily fines for lack of progress at shopping center
The owner of the shuttered and vacant former Eastland Mall has again been found in contempt of court for failing to secure and make improvements to the deteriorating property and bring it up to code, court records show. Franklin County Environmental Court Judge Stephanie Mingo on Thursday reopened the case...
Residents of Columbus apartment blame mold in unit for health problems
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A couple said mold is creating medical issues for some families living at a Columbus problem property. They describe the apartment as being unlivable but said they're stuck living there. "It’s scary," said Joseph Parthemore. "I told everybody I’m afraid to live here."
Ohio Ice Cream Trail expands to 54 makers around state. See if your favorite made the list
The Ohio Ice Cream Trail, started by the state's tourism agency TourismOhio in 2018, expanded its list of treat dealers to 54 stores in 2024. In the trail's inaugural year in 2018, only 15 stores made the cut. Now, you could throw a dart at the map of the Ohio trail and hit an ice cream store.
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority buys Waldren Woods to address affordable housing
The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority announced Monday the $30 million acquisition of the 160-unit Waldren Woods apartment community in a move to address the growing demand for affordable housing in Columbus. The purchase aims to ensure Waldren Woods operates as a mixed-income community, accessible to households across various income levels, CMHA President...
'The whole city gets behind it.' Learn about 614 Day; coming to Franklinton on Friday
On Friday afternoon, Town Street in Franklinton will shut down to cars as it comes alive with people. It's 614 Day, or June 14, which is when local people celebrate all things Columbus. ...
Columbus Air Show 2024: What to know before you go
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The Columbus Air Show is returning with a weekend full of attractions, air performances, activities and more. The annual show kicks off June 14, with gates opening each day at 9 a.m. at Rickenbacker International Airport through June 16. This year, the show celebrates the return of the United States Air […]
Linden residents urging 311 to answer the calls to remove blight
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Residents in the Linden area along Republic Avenue are working to clean up and revamp the neighborhood after decades of dealing with drugs and crime. They say they can’t change it without the city’s help. Neighbors say they have been calling for an...
Central Ohio advocates say kids can be listed on evictions, are at risk for long-term consequences
A housing advocate in central Ohio warns that more kids are being listed on eviction proceedings, as eviction rates increase. Though the problem isn't widespread, it can have huge consequences on the children's future access to credit and rental housing. When a person is evicted, they face more consequences than...
Mayor Ginther unveils plans of camera surveillance network placed throughout Columbus
I’ll never forget a documentary I saw about Singapore’s heavy surveillance system – dozens of cameras watching people buy train tickets, cameras at road intersections that can catch cars speeding and people jaywalking, and even robot dogs that can spot residents littering, chewing gum, and smoking (all banned in public there).
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