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‘Gun battle’ with police leaves suspect dead in east Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – One man is dead after what a police union representative called a “gun battle” between the deceased suspect and Columbus police Saturday night. According to Columbus police dispatchers, the shooting happened just after 7 p.m. on the 4700 block of McAllister Avenue. Brian Toth, the executive vice president for the Fraternal […]
Deadly 2023 shooting outside North Linden Dollar General remains unsolved
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus police are still searching for clues in a 2023 murder in which a man was shot outside a Dollar General store in northeast Columbus. According to Columbus police, officers responded to a walk-in shooting victim at Riverside Methodist Hospital on March 25, 2023, around 12:15 a.m. A friend of the […]
'I could never forgive you': Mother of man killed in sucker-punch attack scolds killer at his sentencing
A former bar security guard was sentenced on Friday to life in prison for a sucker-punch attack that killed a 37-year-old father eating at a food stand outside a bar in Ohio. The post ‘I could never forgive you’: Mother of man killed in sucker-punch attack scolds killer at his sentencing first appeared on Law & Crime.
After closing all Columbus locations years ago, steakhouse chain coming back to central Ohio
One steakhouse chain might have closed last year, but another one is making its way to that exact spot after a brief hiatus in central Ohio. Logan’s Roadhouse, a popular nationwide chain known for wood-grilled steaks, ribs, and burgers, is moving right into the former O’Charley’s restaurant, located at 1657 Stringtown Rd. in Grove City.
Pedestrian hospitalized after being struck Saturday morning
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A person is in the hospital after being struck by a bus in downtown Columbus on Saturday morning. Few details were immediately available, but authorities responded to the crash at High Street and Broad Street just after 6 a.m. on Saturday. Police said the pedestrian...
Energy drinks show ‘damaging’ effects on young adults, studies show
Researchers warn against the rising trend of college students turning to energy drinks to stay productive throughout the day. Despite their popularity, several studies indicate potential harm to students' well-being.
Man who entered Columbus illegally sentenced to prison in fentanyl conspiracy
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A 26-year-old man living in Columbus who illegally entered the United States from Mexico has been sentenced to prison for his role in selling fentanyl. Luis Martinez-Torres received a 10-year prison sentence for conspiring to distribute kilogram quantities of fentanyl from Mexico to buyers in central Ohio, according to the U.S. […]
Plenty of sunshine for Mother’s Day Sunday
Mother’s Day Sunday will see sunny skies and absolutely beautiful weather conditions. Highs by the afternoon will return to the low 70s. Winds will be much lighter compared to yesterday. All of this thanks to a center of high pressure that will scoot along south of Ohio.
Did you see the northern lights in Ohio? You might get another chance Saturday night
Greater Columbus residents were treated to views of the northern lights, with shades of pink and ribbons of green light Friday night and into Saturday morning. An encore show may be possible Saturday night. ...
Unmarked police vehicle stolen while detective was on break in south Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — An unmarked Columbus Division of Police vehicle was stolen while a detective was on break at a restaurant on the south side Wednesday night. Police say the Hyundai was reportedly locked at the time it was stolen. The car was recovered Thursday afternoon in the Hilltop...
Columbus health systems invest billions to keep up with central Ohio growth
Columbus has been dubbed one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S., and its hospital systems are keeping pace. All four of Columbus' hospital systems have major developments underway, whether it is adding more patient beds to existing facilities or building skyscraper-sized hospitals in the capital city and surrounding suburbs.
Columbus police identify woman found dead by gunshot on Southeast Side
Columbus police have identified a woman found dead April 25 on the Southeast Side. The Franklin County Coroner’s Office determined Danyaze Evans-Kourouma, 33, died of gunshot injuries, according to a police report. Workers found her body in the area of Noe Bixby Road and Carbondale Drive, and medics pronounced her dead at 2:18 p.m....
Overnight fire at Moon Road shopping plaza leaves extensive damage
Columbus firefighters had a busy night battling a structure fire at Moon Road shopping plaza, where Columbus Corner Bakery is located. The fire left extensive smoke damage to Columbus Corner Bakery. In a social media post, the owners of the bakery said, “all cakes, baked goods, and unbaked inventory are all damaged. Unfortunately, if you are scheduled to pick up an order, we will be unable to fill that order this weekend.”
Missing 7-year-old Columbus boy found safe after mother arrested by U.S. Marshals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A woman with a violent past who went missing, along with her son, was arrested Thursday. Her son was found safe Friday morning. Shadasia Gillayard, who is also accused of taking her 7-year-old son, Kingston Gillyard, had been missing for approximately six weeks after a warrant was issued for her arrest […]
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