Dan Lanning Says the Quiet Part Out Loud About Jeremiah McClellan’s Return From Injury

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s assessment of receiver Jeremiah McClellan's first game back from injury carries extra weight with the Michigan Wolverines coming to Eugene.

12 Ohio Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner On November 26 So You Can Skip The Cooking

I love the idea of a big Thanksgiving dinner, but spending half the holiday in the kitchen sounds a little less appealing. And when I think about all the dishes waiting afterward, a restaurant reservation starts looking pretty tempting. Luckily, Ohio has plenty of places where someone else can handle...

OhioHealth patient transporter uses birthday to help others

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Columbus patient transporter celebrated his 75 birthday in a special way. Larry Stevens works for OhioHealth and for a sixth year, he used his birthday as a way to give back to the community. With the help of his friends and OhioHealth colleagues, he collected more than 1,000 coats to […]

Wild Eggs Opens First Central Ohio Restaurant in Columbus, Hiring 50-Plus

Wild Eggs opened its first central Ohio restaurant at 7 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in The Commons at Hamilton Quarter on Columbus’s northeast side, and the company says the opening brings more than 50 jobs with it. The Louisville-based scratch-kitchen breakfast chain’s announcement was summarized by Columbus Local Job Page, and Columbus restaurant writer Nick […]

Columbus Stretches World Kindness Day Into Five Days of Meals, Grants and Giving

COLUMBUS, Ohio — World Kindness Day falls on Friday, November 13, but Columbus is not stopping at one day. The Columbus Foundation’s Center for HumanKindness launched its fourth annual Celebrate Kindness campaign on Friday, stretching the observance across five days of free meals, giveaways and surprise grants for local nonprofits, according to the Columbus Dispatch. […]

Some planning could keep your home warm this winter

The cold weekend ahead is just the start of a chilly winter season, and experts say a little maintenance on your heating system now could go a long way toward keeping your home warm this winter.

More Than 80 Popcorn Flavors Make This Ohio Shop Anything but Ordinary

Chicken and waffles popcorn sounds like a joke, but an Ohio shop actually sells it. The same menu includes flavors inspired by cheeseburgers, Brie and jam, and colorful jelly beans, alongside familiar favorites such as caramel and cheddar. The family-owned business advertises more than 80 popcorn flavors, making an ordinary...

Anita Somani, Indian-American Physician, Wins Re-Election to Ohio House

Anita Somani, an Indian American physician, has secured a third term in the Ohio House of Representatives, defeating Republican Kelly Hunter-Kalagidis with 70.79% of the vote. Dr. Anita Somani’s political journey intertwines her medical career, advocacy for reproductive health, and public service in Ohio. The Indian American Democrat has successfully won re-election to the Ohio House of Representatives, representing the state’s 8th House District.

Columbus’ top 10 businesses honored in Nextdoor’s Fave Awards

Nextdoor announced the winners of its 2026 Fave Awards for the Columbus metro area, highlighting top local businesses selected by community voting.

CFP rankings live predictions: Ohio State stays alive, Wake Forest makes statement

The second batch of College Football Playoff rankings provided plenty of talking points. Georgia sits atop the CFP Top 25 after Notre Dame's win over Miami . The Hurricanes fell six spots, while Indiana was among the biggest losers without even playing. The Hoosiers dropped five spots from No. 4 to No. 9 while on an off week. Go figure. Their game against USC (No. 18 in CFP) figures to be one of Saturday's most consequential matchups. On Friday night, No. 4 UCLA picked up a 22-14 win over Illinois to stay undefeated and avoided a major injury scare to quarterback Ty Dieffenbach , already filling in for the injured Nico Iamaleava. Meanwhile, in Boulder, Colorado upset No. 14 Houston , dealing a blow to the Big 12's hopes of multiple teams in the 12-team field. Wake up, CFP committee! It's time to take Demon Deacons seriously Are bowls dead? What happens to bowl games with 24-team CFP coming? In Saturday's early slate, the ACC took center stage. Miami bounced back from its loss to the Irish with a 36-25 win over Duke and Wake Forest absolutely slapped SMU, sending a message to the CFP committee. Other games that will

State v. Johnson: GPS tracking and the law

How court interpretations of the law and the U.S. and Ohio constitutions are applied to people’s rights are featured in cases on display in the Visitor Education Center at the Supreme Court of Ohio. The center’s “Eye In the Sky” exhibit features a case that seems as if you’re watching your favorite cop or legal drama as you learn the twists in the legal process.

Gilligan Co. Rolls Out Online Ordering

The chain has introduced the offering at all of its Ohio locations. Gilligan Co., which does business in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio under the GOCO banner, has announced a new collaboration with Lula Commerce to roll out online ordering across its Ohio network. Gilligan Co., which was started by Patrick...

Poser Filmmakers Bring New Documentary to Gateway Film Center

Back in 2021, filmmakers Noah Dixon and Ori Segev released the hypnotic thriller, Poser. The festival darling rooted in Columbus’s indie music scene established the pair as artists to watch, but both the pandemic and the writer’s strike of 2023 halted progress on their next narrative project. The...

Southwest Dublin housing proposal calls for over 600 units on 137-acre property

DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) — A large housing development proposed for southwest Dublin would bring hundreds of homes to the city’s rural edge, next to land Columbus has already rezoned for a neighborhood of roughly 2,000 homes.  The plan calls for 633 units on 137 acres at 7495 Rings Road, with neighborhood shops, public parks and […]

Nicco Marchiol rushes for two-yard TD, cutting Northwestern deficit against Ohio State

Ohio State and Microsoft Bet $250 Million on a ‘Smart Hospital’ in Columbus

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Microsoft are teaming up on a five-year, $250 million partnership to build a “smart hospital” model in Columbus — a system meant to connect patient data across departments, ease the paperwork load on doctors and nurses, and let hospital rooms respond to the people in them, according to […]

Gilbert: Buckeyes Strike Serious Tone For Desperate Times

Ohio State football is at its lowest point in 15 years and desperate for a victory. They must take out their frustrations on Northwestern or endure another long week. Columbus, OH – — Judging by the three coaches and two players who faced the media this week, the mood among the Buckeyes is serious.

Tre Kitchen & Bar to Open Southern Mediterranean Restaurant in Columbus’ Victorian Village

A new dining destination is preparing to open in Columbus’ Victorian Village neighborhood, where Tre Kitchen & Bar plans to bring Southern Mediterranean cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere to the community. The restaurant will be located at 335 W. 3rd Ave. in Columbus, Ohio, in the former home of...

Mayor proposes Columbus’ largest operating budget

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus’ mayor announced his largest-ever proposed operating budget, totaling $1.3 billion, with the largest investments going toward public safety and housing. The announcement comes amid rising tensions with Mayor Andrew Ginther and Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin as the two prepare to face off in next year’s mayoral race. The […]