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Man killed, another hospitalized in two-vehicle crash
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A man is dead and another was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in Pleasant Township on Friday, authorities said. John Lunsford, 56, of Bucyrus, was killed in the crash and a 20-year-old Oak Harbor man suffered serious injuries, according to Ohio State Highway Patrol. It happened...
City Council and Administration thank board volunteers
If one wanted to know what a perfect setting for an event would be, they would describe the scene at Ted Lewis Park last Thursday night — a perfect July evening in Ohio with sunshine and temperatures in the high 70’s, a gentle wind, friendly conversation … and Dairy Shed ice cream! City Council member Sheri Theis organized the event, an Ice Cream Social, to express appreciation for those who volunteer on the City’s boards and commissions. City Council members Tom Duvall, Zach Brooks, Jeff...
'Westgate, not west hate': Community rallies against racist graffiti sprayed on playground
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A west side community group is battling back against vandals after racist graffiti was spray painted on a children's slide inside Westgate Park. "It's upsetting," said Jamecka White, after ABC 6 showed her photos of the racist comments that target Jewish and African-American communities. Neighbors...
Look inside inspection reports examining fair food safety
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Amid rides, livestock and fried food, the last thing you want at the fair is to get sick. Columbus Public Health is making sure that doesn’t happen. Their team checks every single food and drink stand on the fairgrounds, and NBC4 Investigates looked at inspection reports for a behind-the-scenes look at what […]
Man indicted in woman’s death
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A Kanawha County grand jury handed down an indictment against a man charged with the shooting death of a Charleston woman in December 2023. Dominick Gray, of Columbus, was indicted on July 26 on charges of first degree murder, using a gun during a felony, malicious wounding and being a convicted felon with a gun.
Columbus City Council hosts final Summer Splash of the year
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus City Council hosted the third and final "Summer Splash" of 2024 today at the Marion Franklin Pool. The free event features music and free frozen treats, but is more about providing a safe place. The pools have been opened for extended hours this summer in hopes of providing a safe-space for families in the community.
Columbus OKs sending city workers to work from home as cybersecurity outage persists
Columbus city departments were authorized to send employees home to work this week amid an ongoing technology outage caused by a cybersecurity incident, which has been persistent since last Thursday. The city has authorized directors of departments to allow employees to work from home this week on a "case-by-case" basis, Melanie Crabill, spokesperson for...
Library officials to break ground on Marion-Franklin Branch on Monday
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Metropolitan Library is set to break ground on its new Marion-Franklin Branch on Monday. The current Marion-Franklin Branch is located within the former Beery Middle School at 2740 Lockbourne Rd. It opened in 2014 as an “express branch,” and served a community that did...
WCBE Presents George Ducas Live From Studio A Thurs. July 26, 2024 @ 2PM!
George Ducas is out on the road with his brand new album Long Way From Home and he's passing through Columbus and making a stop at WCBE to perform Live From Studio A!. Tune in for a mini concert and conversation on WCBE... where music matters!. It's all waiting for...
Restaurant Week returns to Columbus with new locations
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The summer food scene in Columbus has gotten a nice refresh with the return of 614 Restaurant Week from July 22-27. 150 restaurants are offering three-course meals ranging from $15 to $50. You may even find that some new, discounted items are being featured at some places.
Police take suspects in Ashland Rite Aid Pharmacy robbery into custody after pursuit to Columbus
Police have apprehended multiple suspects in connection with a robbery that occurred at Rite Aid Pharmacy on Claremont Avenue in Ashland at 7:34 p.m. on Wednesday. The suspects were taken into custody after a pursuit that culminated on Interstate 270 close to Cemetery Road in Columbus. According to a news...
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said he channeled Jim Tressel when saying Ohio State 'sucks'
When he was introduced at an Indiana men's basketball game last December, new football coach Curt Cignetti did not hold back. "I don't plan on taking a back seat to anybody," Cignetti told the Hoosier faithful. "Purdue sucks, but so does Michigan and Ohio State. Go IU." When Cignetti was asked to...
Fur Baby Friday: Sassy and sweet Shirley, Riley need good homes
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Meet Shirley, a lovable 6-year-old Jack Russel Terrier, and Riley, an adorable 8-year-old Lab mix. These furry friends have captured the hearts of Franklin County Dog & Adoption Center staff and volunteers, and now they're ready to steal yours too!. Shirley is a sweet and...
ACL Guardians Play Their Last Game, Valera, Devers and Gonzalez Go Deep Thursday
Doug Nikhazy finally got roughed up in AAA after his unbelievable start. He gave up 6 runs on 8 hits with just 2 strikeouts to 2 walks in 5 innings pitched. His AAA ERA is still at an awesome 2.77 despite the poor start today. That being said, Randy Labaut...
Court records: 2 men accused of tampering with evidence in Short North shooting that left 10 injured
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Franklin County grand jury indicted two men in connection to the shooting in the Short North Arts District in June that left 10 people injured. Rondell Mallory Jr., 22, was charged with tampering with evidence, according to the indictment. Gabriel Hunter, 19, was charged with tampering with evidence and having a weapon while under disability. The indictment states that Hunter’s weapons charge stems from a March 2022 conviction for a weapons offense.
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