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Why Columbus mass evictions are not surprising
Kevin Cox is emeritus distinguished professor of geography at Ohio State University and author of "Boomtown Columbus (OSU Press)." Two recent cases of tenant eviction have put the spotlight on Columbus’ housing crisis: first the Sandridge Apartments one and second on Riverview Drive. In both instances, and significantly, planned...
Man jumps into Big Walnut Creek after early morning high-speed chase through Columbus
A high-speed chase through Columbus ended in a water rescue after a man accused of stealing a vehicle bailed out and jumped off a bridge into Big Walnut Creek, according to the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. A sheriff's deputy attempted to pull over a Jeep Compass that had been reported stolen at 3:50 a.m. on Cleveland Avenue and Innis Road on Columbus’ Northeast Side, but the driver, later identified as Adam Garber, 45, fled, the sheriff's office...
Witness to woman’s fall at OSU graduation shares experience: ‘definitely shocking’
Update: The Franklin County Coroner’s Office has revealed the identity of the person who died Sunday afternoon after falling from the Ohio Stadium stands during spring commencement. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — One person died after falling at the Ohio State University graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 5. Over 30,000 people were estimated to have been […]
‘I want to know why’: Man who gave 3-year-old fatal overdose of Benadryl was previously convicted of child endangerment, police say
A 35-year-old man in Ohio allegedly gave a fatal overdose of Benadryl to a 3-year-old boy, according to authorities. Randy Mollett is facing charges of murder, reckless homicide and endangering children, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 6:18 p.m. April 13 to a report of an unresponsive child in the 6200 block of London Groveport Road in Darbydale, which is just outside Columbus.
How new apartments Downtown will be reserved for affordable housing
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A new apartment building Downtown will feature affordable units as some say the city is experiencing a housing crisis. Columbus is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country and is trying to keep up with that growth through multiple projects, but it’s also dealing with a different yet related issue, […]
2 Columbus men sentenced to prison for their roles in armed robberies of postal carriers
Two Columbus men are the latest to have been sentenced in U.S. District Court for being accomplices in the armed robberies of U.S. Postal Service mail carriers. Cody N. Beasley, 23, also known as "Drose," was sentenced Monday to six years and three months in prison, while Kenan M. Lay, 21, also known as "Swerv," was sentenced April 19 to 5½ years, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio in Columbus.
Man sentenced for hitting baby in head with cinder block
Watch a previous report on this incident in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Columbus man will spend at least the next four years in prison after pleading guilty to an incident where he hit a baby in the head with a cinder block. Brandon Roberts, 30, pleaded guilty last week to […]
Coroner says 1-year-old boy died from fentanyl overdose, Columbus police investigating
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 1-year-old boy died from a fentanyl overdose in February and his death was ruled a homicide, according to the Franklin County Coroner's Office. Dymar Byrd was taken to Nationwide Children's Hospital on Feb. 27 where he died. According to the coroner's autopsy report, the boy died from acute toxic effects of fentanyl.
1 person hospitalized, another arrested after Hilltop shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Police say that one person is hospitalized after a shooting in west Columbus on Sunday. Authorities confirm that there was a shooting around 6:33 p.m. on the 200 block of South Warren Avenue. When officers arrived, they found one victim suffering from gunshot wounds. That...
Former MLK library site becomes OSU Healthy Community Center on Columbus' Near East Side
When you open the doors of what used to be Columbus Metropolitan Library branch named for Martin Luther King Jr. on Columbus' Near East Side, a quote by the civil rights icon greets you. "I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for...
Kroger Offers Seniors Exclusive Savings on May 8th
WESTERVILLE, OH (May 6, 2024) – Kroger’s Columbus Division is extending a special offer to seniors aged 55 and above, granting them an additional 5% discount on their total in-store purchases on Wednesday, May 8th, at all Ohio, Ohio Valley, and Lambertville, Michigan store locations. Eligible customers can avail of this offer by simply presenting their Kroger loyalty card or alternate ID and informing the cashier of their eligibility.
Manhunt underway for shooter in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Law enforcement agencies are currently conducting a manhunt for a suspect involved in a drive-by shooting and robbery that occurred in the 9000 block of Route 772 in Ross County, just after around 10 AM today. The suspect, who is considered armed and dangerous, is...
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