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Pro-Palestinian activists demand trespassing charges be dropped
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Some activists in central Ohio are banding together to demand charges be dropped against the dozens of demonstrators arrested last week at The Ohio State University. Three of those arrested shared their experiences with Columbus City Council members during the public comment period at Monday’s meeting....
This local Asian restaurant just closed, but one of Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in U.S. is replacing it
In March of last year, a new Chinese restaurant opened, and Columbus went crazy for their Fruity Pebble covered chicken wings, as well as their crispy pork belly, hot & sour soup, and other Sichuan options. A little over a year later, this restaurant, YF Chinese Cuisine, which was located...
Trial for 1 of 2 men accused of killing Short North bartender scheduled for Wednesday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — One of the two men accused of the murder of Greg Coleman is expected to begin trial. Chrystian Foster's trial is scheduled to begin on Wednesday. ALSO | He gave me so much joy,' family and friends celebrate Greg Coleman's life. Foster, is charged with...
LifeWise taking over Hilliard scuba facility as religious nonprofit sees rapid growth
The exponential growth of the LifeWise Academy is evident from the sprawl at a small ranch home refitted as an office just outside downtown Hilliard. In addition to the filled home on Grace Street, LifeWise also has a studio in a garage in the back and operates out of three adjacent storefronts in...
Tipsy Tacos teaming up with popular bar to open new location
A Columbus taco concept has found a new home inside of a campus-area bar and pool hall. According to owner Daniel McCarthy, Tipsy Tacos is holding the grand opening celebration of its new eatery today, although the eatery has had occasional soft opening runs over last several weeks. The taco...
New Riverview Drive apartment owner booting hundreds of immigrant tenants
Shahida Akther was shocked when she saw the written notice from her new landlord posted on her door. “Your lease is set to expire on May 1, 2024. … Please make sure you are moved out by noon,” the document, posted on April 18, read. Akther lives with her parents, husband, baby son and...
Several protesters arrested at OSU last week due in court Monday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — More than a dozen people are expected in court Monday, accused of criminal trespass. At least 35 protesters were arrested on the Ohio State campus Thursday, about half of whom are scheduled to be arraigned. ALSO | Video shows officers arresting man at OSU encampment.
Longtime Columbus radio station ends operations after 33 years
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A longtime Columbus radio station has officially played its last song. Randy Malloy, the president of CD 92.9, posted on Facebook around midnight that WWCD Radio was done as of Sunday. The WWCD brand was around for nearly 34 years and was established in 1990 as...
Columbus community rallies to end gun violence in Linden
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A few blocks away from where a family said their dog was shot, community members gathered to call for an end to gun violence. Dozens of community leaders, advocates, and young people made the call for safer streets. This was the second of several 'End...
Find your next fur baby this Adopt A Pet Day!
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — April 30th is Adopt a Pet Day. This is the time to look towards your local shelters to find your first or next pet. Columbus Humane shares some adorable pets that are up for adoption. For more information on Columbus Humane and ways you can adopt, head to columbushumane.org .
Child found at store in Hilltop being reunited with family
UPDATE: Columbus police said the case involving a child found on Sullivant Avenue has been resolved. According to Franklin County Children Services, the child’s parents contacted police about the boy. The family is in the process of being reunited. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Police are looking for the parents or guardians of a young boy […]
Woman killed, 2 injured in Pickaway County crash
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 60-year-old woman is dead and two others are injured after a crash in Pickaway County Friday evening. The crash happened at the intersection of state Route 762 East and Ashville Pike in Harrison Township around 8:15 p.m. A Honda Civic was at a stop sign...
One of 614feast’s ‘Best You’ve Never Heard Of’ restaurants is hidden in a grocery store
“Best You’ve Never Heard Of” is here to shine a light on the under-the-radar spots that make Columbus special. As the author of “614 feast Favorites,” I celebrate a ton of our city’s finest restaurants and dishes. But what about those feast-worthy spots that don’t get talked about enough?
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