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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...
Police: 1 dead after falling at Ohio Stadium during graduation ceremony
COLUMBUS, Ohio — One person died after falling at Ohio Stadium during the university’s spring commencement ceremony Sunday afternoon. A spokesperson for The Ohio State University said the person fell from the stands and died. No additional information was provided. The person was pronounced dead at 12:25 p.m....
Spotty storms Monday, tracking severe weather threat this week
This Monday afternoon more rain chances will pick up across Central Ohio. Some areas will see a rumble of thunder or two. Highs will be in the mid 70s. Overnight there will be a few spotty showers, otherwise skies will remain cloudy. Lows will be close to 60 degrees.
Prosecutor: Officers involved in 2023 Short North shooting will not face charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office has decided not to present any charges against the three Columbus officers who fired their weapons while responding to a shootout in the Short North last year. A total of 10 people were shot at two different locations on North...
Suspect wanted by police after shooting in east Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police are looking for a suspect accused of shooting and injuring someone on Friday night. Authorities say that the shooting happened on the 3000 block of East 10th Avenue around 10:35 p.m. When officers arrived, they found an adult victim with a gunshot wound...
Baby struck by cinder block in the head; man arrested
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A man has been arrested and an infant has been hospitalized after being struck by a cinder block Monday in west Columbus. According to Columbus police a one-year-old is in stable condition after a man threw a cinder block at a vehicle during an argument between him and a woman Monday […]
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.
Summer weather outlook: What to expect in central Ohio
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — We know hot and humid days are coming. In fact, we have already had a touch of summer warmth and sticky conditions that will linger through midweek, with the usual pop-up thunderstorms. A rapidly fading El Niño pattern associated with warmer-than-normal water in the central and...
Tracking afternoon showers and storms Sunday
Sunday will start of with a few areas experiencing patchy fog. Later in the morning skies will clear and skis will be mostly cloudy. The afternoon will bring more showers and storms, with even warmer temperatures in the afternoon. Highs will reach the upper 70s. There will be a marginal risk (1/5) for severe weather. Strong winds will be the biggest threat.
City of Columbus opens grant applications for National Night Out
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods opened its application for a grant regarding National Night Out. The event promotes communities partnering with police to make different neighborhoods safer and a more caring place to live. The grant gives nonprofit agencies a chance to receive up...
60+ year old Columbus steakhouse named the best in the state by food publication
Dark wooden trim, swanky piano music right at the bar, and a menu basically preserved from the 1950s – the recipe for an incredible steakhouse. The Top Steakhouse, a local joint that first opened in 1955 at 2891 E Main St., is every as timeless and chic as it was almost 70 years ago. So much so, that 27/Tempo, a food & travel media site, named it the absolute best steakhouse in Ohio.
OSU graduation marked by joy, solidarity and shocking death
I hope you all had a restful weekend and got to enjoy some sun in between the clouds and rain. I certainly did and was reminded how much I love sunscreen. Ohio State's spring commencement was eventful for both joyous and tragic reasons on Sunday. Let's review. Review Session. More...
Columbus Weather: Showers, storms likely next few days
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Showers and storms moved out of Ohio on Sunday morning, but thanks to a cold front, more of that will return this afternoon, especially for areas along and east of I-71. A Marginal Risk for severe weather persists for East Ohio with gusty winds being the primary threat. The storms will weaken quickly by the evening with dry conditions for tonight.
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