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Columbus State Unveils Design of New Automotive Center

After receiving approval last month for a new YMCA and childcare center, Columbus State Community College has submitted renderings and will be seeking feedback on the next building in its multi-phase effort to remake its Downtown campus; a new automotive technology facility. The new building, to be called Germain Hall,...

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Schottenstein Center Teases Orange-Themed Announcement Set for Friday

The Schottenstein Center is keeping Columbus guessing. Ohio State’s arena posted a cryptic, orange-tinted teaser on social media this week and promised a full announcement today — Friday, November 6 — without saying what is coming. The venue, home to Ohio State basketball and hockey and one of the busiest concert stops in Ohio, rarely […]

Columbus, OH · 11h

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Armed suspect allegedly robs man outside business in North Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A person was robbed at gunpoint on Nov. 3, after a suspect allegedly followed a victim out of a business in the 2800 block of Osceola Avenue and demanded money and their cellphone. The victim told Columbus police the suspect pulled a gun and demanded...

Columbus, OH · 1h

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Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Nov. 5, 2026

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The second week of the high school football postseason features the top seeds beginning their bids for a state title. But last week’s first round winners are standing in their way with hopes of pulling off an upset. Pickerington North is among the teams looking to ride the momentum of a […]

Columbus, OH · 5h

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Franklin County reports spike in overdose deaths

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – There is an overdose alert in Franklin County after the coroner’s office reports an alarming number of suspected overdose deaths this week. Officials are reporting five suspected overdose deaths in the county since Tuesday. Columbus Public Health warns that any drug that doesn’t come from a pharmacy can be laced and […]

Franklin County, OH · 22h

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Rain Can't Stop Franklin County's Fourth Operation Unity Sweep of 2026

Rain soaked Franklin County deputies during their fourth Operation Unity enforcement sweep of 2026, but it didn't keep them off the roads. The sheriff's office says its teams stayed proactive throughout the wet conditions, working to keep the community safe even as the weather worked against them. “This was the...

Franklin County, OH · 12h

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This Legendary Ohio Diner Has Been A Celebrity Magnet For Decades And You Need To Visit

There are places you eat at and places you remember, and the Ringside Café in Columbus, Ohio, has been firmly in the second category for longer than most restaurants manage to stay open at all. The address is 19 N. Pearl Street, the neighborhood is the Short North, and...

Columbus, OH · 20h

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Texas Man Gets 30 Years in Columbus Court for Exploiting Ohio Teen Met Online

A Texas man who was already a registered sex offender was sentenced Thursday in federal court in Columbus to 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting a 15-year-old Ohio girl he met online, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Ohio. Harrison Michael Barton, 39, of North Detroit, […]

Columbus, OH · 17h

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Columbus breaks ground on brand new Greenleaf Park in Southwest Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A new neighborhood park is taking shape in southwest Columbus, where city leaders broke ground on Thursday, officially starting construction. Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther joined city and community partners for the groundbreaking of Greenleaf Park, an 8.9-acre development near Brown Road and Greenleaf Road.

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Ohio-based Wendy’s rejects $1.4 billion purchase offer

Wendy's declined a purchase offer of $1.4 billion Wednesday from Trian Fund Management, led by billionaire and activist Nelson Peltz, according to reports.

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The midterms energized a powerful political constituency: abuse survivors

From Ohio Gov.-elect Dr. Amy Acton’s victory to candidates withdrawing who were accused of abuse, advocates are calling this year’s elections “a win for survivors.”

Ohio · 15h

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Woman charged in southwest Columbus shooting sentenced to probation

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Columbus woman who pleaded guilty in a southwest Columbus shooting that left one person hospitalized in April 2024 was sentenced to five years of community control, according to court records. Just before 4 p.m. on April 30, 2024, officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Galli Court, just south […]

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International bakery chain opening new location in Central Ohio

A popular international bakery chain is officially opening its newest Columbus-area location next week, and it’s celebrating with free treats for early birds. According to social media, TOUS les JOURS will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, November 13, at 10726 Sawmill Parkway, Suite 102. An opening ceremony is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., with doors opening to customers at 10 a.m.

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Teen arrested as second suspect in deadly northeast Columbus shooting

A teenager was arrested and charged with murder Thursday over five months after a car theft attempt that resulted in the fatal shooting of a man in northeast Columbus.

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Police search for COTA bus robbery suspect who pulled gun on victim

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A person riding a COTA bus last week had a cellphone stolen and a gun pointed at them when they tried to chase down the suspect, according to Columbus police. The robbery occurred on Oct. 26 when the victim was on the bus and the...

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Going Places: ‘It Was a Choice’: Columbus, Ohio Allocates $250 Million to Build 150 Miles of Biking, Walking Trails

“It was a choice,” Eric Oberg, Rails to Trails Conservancy’s Senior Director of Programs, says of Columbus, Ohio’s decision to spend $250 million over the next five years to build 150 miles of bikeways, walkways and trails. In November 2024, voters in Central Ohio approved Issue 47,...

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Veterans’ Voices: NBC4 honors Central Ohio veterans in special presentation

NBC4 is scheduled to air a special presentation titled 'Veterans' Voices' on Wednesday, Nov. 11, featuring personal stories and experiences from various Central Ohio veterans.

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‘BANNED FOR LIFE:’ Man allegedly steals tips from campus bar

A man was allegedly caught stealing tips at a campus bar near Ohio State. On Wednesday, Suzi-Cue Pool Hall, OSU’s only pool and billiards hall located at 1950 N. 4th St., posted on Instagram security footage capturing a man taking a bartender’s tip at the end of the night.

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Thousands of central Ohio children receive coats through charity coat drive

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A local nonprofit is making sure kids across central Ohio have a coat this winter. Bonzy Charities held its eighth coat drive at eight different schools on Thursday, handing out about 5,500 brand-new coats to children across the region at no cost. Doug Godard, founder and president of Bonzy Charities, said […]

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Columbus-area weekend events for Nov. 5-8, 2026: Buckeyes, comedy, tattoo fest

Columbus offers a variety of events for the first weekend of November, including sporting matches, musical theater, comedy shows, and festivals.