LATEST NEWS
One dead in head-on collision of pickup and semi on Route 104 near Grove City
One person is dead following a head-on crash Wednesday morning between a pickup truck and a tractor-trailer in Jackson Township near Grove City. A 2001 Ford F-150 pickup truck was southbound on Route 104 about 8:45 a.m. when it crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a 2024 Kenworth tractor-trailer that was traveling north, according to an accident report from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Why Columbus mass evictions are not surprising
Kevin Cox is emeritus distinguished professor of geography at Ohio State University and author of "Boomtown Columbus (OSU Press)." Two recent cases of tenant eviction have put the spotlight on Columbus’ housing crisis: first the Sandridge Apartments one and second on Riverview Drive. In both instances, and significantly, planned...
Fallen officers honored with Light Ohio Blue
LANCASTER, Ohio (WCMH) – Hundreds of law enforcement officers and family members gathered Wednesday night for the kickoff caravan of Light Ohio Blue, a ten-day campaign to honor Ohio’s fallen officers. Columbus Division of Police Assistant Chief Gregory Bodker was one of hundreds in attendance. “When you see officers, it’s moving,” he said. “To know […]
[Spoiler Alert]: Columbus contestant wins popular reality TV show & gives us all the details
This is your final warning! Don’t read on if you haven’t watched the finale of a certain TV show on Netflix. Alright, for everyone else reading, I’m guessing you’re ready for a spoiler, or you already know the outcome of the show, The Circle. Brandon Baker,...
After 15 years, popular food truck opens first brick & mortar restaurant
For the past 15 years, Los Potosinos has been slinging some of the best, most authentic Mexican food right out of their bright red food truck parked on E. Long St. But things have changed, for the better. Los Potosinos announced last year that they were moving to 695 E....
Here are Columbus' free summer concerts for families to enjoy
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Get ready for food, live music and activities. The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department on Wednesday announced the lineup of concerts for this summer. "When our community members think of summer in Columbus, they think of the high-quality festivals and concerts such as Jazz & Rib Fest that they’ve come to know and love," said Bernita Reese, director of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, in a press release. "Year after year, we continue to enhance these events to improve the experience for residents and visitors, who enjoy these free events at the beautiful parks and locations our city has to offer. We can't wait to see everyone at our events this summer."
Supermarket chain offering seniors 55+ a one-day discount
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Supermarket chain Kroger has announced it is holding a one-day savings event to help seniors in central Ohio. In a news release, Kroger’s Columbus Division stated that customers 55 and older can save an extra 5% on their in-store purchases on Wednesday. The offer is good at all Ohio and Ohio […]
Large sculpture honoring homicide victims planned for Downtown after memorial locks removed from bridge
View the player above to see previous coverage. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – After city crews cut off locks in memory of homicide victims from a Columbus bridge, city officials and the group that started the initiative are planning a permanent, larger memorial. Moms of Murdered Columbus Children, an anti-violence advocacy group consisting of local mothers, […]
NBC4 welcomes new weekend anchor, Andrea Robinson
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — NBC4 is adding a new face to its weekend morning anchor team. Starting this Saturday, May 11, 2024, Andrea Robinson will join co-anchor Matthew Herchik and meteorologist Bryan Still on NBC4 Today. The show airs Saturdays from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. and Sundays from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m.
High speed chase in Ohio ends with suspect jumping off bridge
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Franklin County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested one man after a high speed chase through Columbus ended with the suspect jumping off a bridge in the southeast side of the city. According to deputies at the scene, a sheriff spotted what appeared to be a reported stolen Jeep Compass near the intersection […]
Six charged in Linden-area drug, human trafficking ring, Ohio AG says
Six people are facing charges after an investigation into a Northeast Side drug trafficking ring that was also involved in human trafficking, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said. Yost's office said investigators determined that Timotheus Graham, 38, ran the criminal enterprise, using violence to coerce victims. Graham went by the...
Hilltop residents raise alarm over squatters and negligence in Columbus neighborhood
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Neighbors in the Hilltop area called ABC 6 after seeing coverage last week of squatters taking over a property in Delaware County. They said similar issues have been plaguing their west Columbus neighborhood for decades. "I felt deep sympathy for that woman having dealt with...
Warm sunshine Wednesday, before showers return tonight
Thursday: Sct’d showers, rumbles, breezy, high 72. We are clearing up this morning, after very active weather moved through Central Ohio Tuesday night. For this morning, expect clouds to break, with more sunshine on the way by this afternoon. Highs top out in the lower to middle 80s with just a light wind. The dry weather is short-lived, however, as more showers move in tonight.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.