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The Blue Jackets’ ongoing coaching search doesn’t inspire confidence
As of this writing on July 21, 2024, the Columbus Blue Jackets remain without a head coach. It is over a month since Pascal Vincent was let go on June 17. It took the president of the United States less time to decide to drop out of the campaign than it has for new general manager Don Waddell to select Vincent’s replacement.
Columbus Weather: Warm and humid Monday, chances for scattered rain
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Warm and more humid this week with scattered rain from time to time. MONDAY: Mostly cloudy, scattered rain, warm, humid, high 83. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy, warm, humid, low 66. TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, spotty PM pop-up rain, high 86. WEDNESDAY: Increasing clouds, sctd. PM showers/storms, high...
A Southwest flight is under investigation for dangerously low altitude
The wingspan of a Boeing 737 Max 8 plane is just under 118 feet — and a recent Southwest flight involving that aircraft wasn’t that much further above Tampa Bay despite still being 3 miles out from the airport. Suggested Reading. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating what...
“Summer Vegan Pop Up,” hosted by Columbus Vegan Meetup
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, there’s no better time to soak up all the summer season has to offer. We can’t wait to enjoy the summer season with you all. The vegan pop-up is a wonderful family-friendly market with new and returning vendors selling...
Big Ten primer -- Ohio State's greatest football moment
Ohio State, like Michigan, is Big Ten football royalty. USC has spent decades facing Ohio State and Michigan in Rose Bowls as a member of the Pac-12 (formerly the Pac-10, Pac-8, AAWU, Pacific Coast Conference, etc.). Now, USC joins the Buckeyes and Wolverines in the Big Ten. As the Trojans prepare for their new conference era, it’s worth wondering what is Ohio State’s greatest football moment.
Blade staff bring home 13 awards from Associated Press Managing Editors’ Ohio awards
A Blade sports columnist and photographer took top honors in the Associated Press Managing Editors’ Ohio awards announced Sunday during a banquet in Columbus. David Briggs took home the first place award for best sports columnist during 2023 in Ohio. Jeremy Wadsworth was selected as the state’s best photographer. Artist Joe Landsberger won third place for best full page design, best graphic artist, and best illustration or informational graphic. Photojournalist Steven Zenner won second place for best photo story, as well as third place for best news photo and third place for best feature photo. Sarah Readdean, The Blade’s religion writer, was named the third best features writer in Ohio.
Your Sunday Kickoff: No Messi, no problem! Inter Miami take Supporters’ Shield lead
2024 MLS All-Star Game festivities continue today in Columbus. Grammy-nominated artist and producer Marshmello, with a special appearance by multi-platinum recording artist PinkPantheress, will take center stage at the 2024 MLS All-Star Concert presented by Target tonight at Nationwide Arena. Before then, the MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration kicks it all off with a free festival for all ages featuring interactive fan zones, music, games, autographs, giveaways and MLS watch parties. Here is the full schedule of activities in Columbus.
Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Marchenko, Laine, Coaching Search
We are almost to August and there is still a lot to be settled for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Believe it or not, Training Camp will open in less than two months. Welcome to a mid-summer edition of Blue Jackets News and Rumors. We normally don’t have this much to talk about at this part of the offseason. But with a potential arbitration hearing on the horizon along with other big news, it’s time to reset the situation.
ABC 6/FOX 28 News win various regional Emmy Awards
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — ABC 6/FOX 28 News has been recognized by a regional chapter of the Emmy Awards for broadcast excellence in numerous categories. The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television," states the Academy's regional website. "Our mission is to serve our members, promote the highest standards in television professionalism and recognize excellence in television throughout our region..."
Central Ohio organization helps students learn to fly
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A local organization is teaching at-risk youth in Columbus that the sky is the limit, literally. Capital City Young Aviators is on a mission to provide encouragement, hope, and mentoring to local middle and high school students through aviation. Instructors are volunteers who mentor and...
Zoo Crew escapes with 98-95 opening round victory in TBT
Every single game in The Basketball Tournament comes down to a game winning shot. Those decisive shots can come from anywhere, even the free-throw line. In the Zoo Crew’s opening round game, Jamel Artis sunk a game winning foul shot to advance his team to the second round with a 98-95 victory over Million $ Worth of Game on Saturday night at the Petersen Events Center.
C.J. Stroud credits Ohio State for helping him deal with pressure
C.J. Stroud left Ohio State as one of the greatest to ever sling the rock for the Buckeyes and that has translated early in his NFL career with the Houston Texans. During his collegiate career, he loaded up his trophy case with plenty of honors including twice being named an All-American and twice earning Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year. During his rookie season with Houston, he has already been named to a Pro Bowl and earned NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
In A Shocking Twist, Ohio State Fans Went from not liking Quinn Ewers to loving him after he made fun of Michigan this week
In the fall of 2021, Quinn Ewers reclassified and joined Ohio State as a freshman. At the time, the Buckeyes were rolling out first-year starter C. J. Stroud, and Ewers was never going to be part of Ohio State’s plans in 2021 and even 2022, with Stroud being the main guy.
Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
Suicide and Crisis line 988 going strong after launch 2 years ago
July marks the anniversary of a monumental event in suicide prevention history – the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is two years old. “I was here the day that it launched,” said Amy Castro, a crisis worker at Scioto Pant Valley Mental Health Center’s Martha Cottrill Clinic. “It was a Saturday.”
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