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Ohio bill would defund public libraries for displaying ‘harmful’ books
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Public libraries found displaying books “harmful to juveniles” could lose funding under a new Ohio bill that teachers and librarians said is part of a Statehouse effort to censor materials that promote diversity and inclusion. House Bill 622 would “require each board of public library trustees to adopt a policy that […]
Crash survivor becomes advocate as police intensify crackdown on racing and speed
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — "I was on my exit, I look left and headlights are flying at my face," Monica Durban said. "I can tell you what it’s like to watch death coming at your face." January 27, 2008: The day that changed the Durban family's lives forever.
Local Cantina is closing its Short North restaurant
Orange Umbrella Restaurants plans to close its Local Cantina location in the Short North, but a spokeswoman for the company said it hasn't yet determined when. Despite media reports quoting employees and a sign on the door, Local Cantina remains open for now at 600 N. High St. ...
Find the perfect Father's Day gift with the ultimate local guide
This Sunday is Father's Day, a time to celebrate the dads and father figures in our lives, but finding the perfect gift can sometimes be tricky. Experience Columbus stopped by Good Day Columbus with their Father's Day Gift Guide, featuring amazing local gifts and experiences.
Police in Ohio fatally shoot man who they say charged at officers with knife
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Officers shot and killed a man who they say charged at them with a knife after they first tried to stop him with a Taser, police in Ohio said. Police in Columbus received multiple calls Monday night about a man in the middle of the street running at vehicles with a knife, said Sgt. Joe Albert. When officers arrived, the man drove away, stopped his vehicle and got out with the knife before driving away again, Albert said.
One dead in southeast Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is dead after a shooting Tuesday afternoon in southeast Columbus. A police dispatcher said that a call was received at 1:20 p.m. regarding a shooting at the 5600 block of Chatterton Road. One victim, later identified as 24-year-old James Dominick Macarrios O’Neal, was pronounced dead at 1:29 p.m. According […]
Ohio jail investigation uncovers 220 deaths
At least 220 people have died in Ohio jails since 2022. The Columbus Dispatch, Cincinnati Enquirer and other USA TODAY Network Ohio newspaper uncovered the shocking facts that lead to many of the deaths as part of an investigation that took more than a year to complete. ...
Columbus Weather: Temps, humidity on the rise this week
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Temperatures are heating up and humidity will be going up with only a few slight chances of rain on the way. WEDNESDAY: Mostly sunny, high 83. TONIGHT: Mostly clear, low 60. THURSDAY: Mostly sunny, high 89. FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy, 30% chance for isolated showers/storms, high...
Columbus taxpayers would be better off if Andrew Ginther stayed in Denmark
Maybe they're hiring in Denmark Mayor Andrew Ginther’s junket to Europe is another example of how politicians profit from their public offices. Ginther was wise not to announce his junket in hopes it would escape the scrutiny of Columbus taxpayers. ...
Kroger’s Columbus Division Presents Father’s Day Gift Guide: Honoring Dads with Thoughtful Offerings
Kroger’s Columbus Division in Westerville, Ohio, is gearing up for Father’s Day with an array of thoughtful gifts catered to dads of all kinds. Mark Bruce, Corporate Affairs Manager for Kroger’s Columbus Division, expressed the sentiment behind the initiative, highlighting the importance of honoring fathers for their love, support, and infamous dad jokes.
Jason, Travis Kelce buy significant stake in Columbus-based Garage Beer
Jason and Travis Kelce are the new co-owners of Garage Beer Co., a Columbus business that spun out of Convington, Kentucky-based Braxton Brewing Co. in 2023. The NFL stars and University of Cincinnati alums announced this morning on their "New Heights" podcast they will be significant investors, partners, owners and operators of Garage Beer. Jason and Travis have been in discussions with the brand for the past two years and will now have a hand in all operations, including brewing, distribution, sales, marketing and expansion, a press release said.
Ohio bill would defund public libraries for displaying ‘harmful’ books
Public libraries found displaying books "harmful to juveniles" could lose funding under a new Ohio bill that teachers and librarians said is part of a Statehouse effort to censor materials that promote diversity and inclusion.
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