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Zone In: The Proposed Zoning Overhaul That Will Reshape Columbus
A proposed major overhaul of Columbus’ 70-year-old zoning code will bring big changes to Columbus. If passed, the new code will dramatically reshape parts of the city by unlocking current density and height restrictions, allow more mixed-use developments, and much more. Proponents argue a zoning code overhaul is critical to help Columbus fix its worsening housing crisis, while opponents worry that the proposal could bring about a loss of control over new development in established neighborhoods, or even the loss of historic buildings. The proposed overhaul could allow for 88,000 new housing units along key city corridors, impacting 12,300 parcels. The proposal is currently in a 60-day public review period, with Columbus City Council’s final vote on the proposed changes coming this summer. Draft plans would allow much taller buildings and denser housing along major streets including Broad Street, High Street, and Cleveland Avenue, plus an elimination of parking requirements. While some welcome the increased housing options, others are concerned about potential changes to neighborhood character. With a panel bringing multiple voices to the table, we unpack the way this summer’s proposed zoning overhaul could reshape Columbus. Additional panelists to be announced.
Carmen’s Crew defeats defending champions to advance in TBT
Carmen’s Crew is your regional champion in The Basketball Tournament. The Ohio State alumni team took down the defending champion, Heartfire by a score of 74-70 to move on to the quarterfinals of the tournament. The team was led by Kaleb Wesson with 18 points, followed by Jared Sullinger’s 11 to pave the way. Carmen’s Crew got up early leading by 11 at halftime. But the defending champs wouldn’t go down easily and clawed their way back to take a lead with less than five minutes to play in the game. Carmen’s Crew would take the lead back shortly after...
Prosecutors want 2 juveniles charged with murder in Alexa Stakely's death tried as adults
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Prosecutors want to try the two 16-year-old boys charged with murder in Alexa Stakely's death as adults. The teens are two of three people charged with murder in the single mother's death. The third person is 19-year-old Gerald Dowling who was given a $10 million bond in Franklin County Municipal Court on Thursday.
Scammers use CrowdStrike outage to target victims
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Cybersecurity experts and agencies around the world have issued warnings about a wave of hacking attempts linked to last week’s CrowdStrike outage. CrowdStrike said the outage was caused by a faulty software update; there is no evidence of malicious activity related to the outsage itself. But some bad actors are exploiting […]
Columbus mayor urges patience following city tech meltdown
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — For the past week, the city of Columbus has been dealing with massive tech issues. Communication with vital departments like police and fire has been impacted. The city's 'Department of Technology' is working to determine exactly what information may have been acquired during the breach,...
Ohio State WR Facing Criticism for Admission About Michigan’s ‘Talent’
Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka was the No. 1 rated WR recruit in the 2021 cycle, according to 247Sports. Joined by fellow five-stars Jack Sawyer, J.T. Tuimoloau, and TreVeyon Henderson, the Buckeyes' mega-talented 2021 class looked to continue the momentum built over Ryan Day's ...
How does Oregon’s Dan Lanning feel about Ohio State stealing his running back coach?
INDIANAPOLIS -- A Big Ten team stole Ohio State’s running back coach in the middle of the spring, so Ohio State did the same to another Big Ten team. Sherrone Moore chose to poach his rival for his first coaching staff at Michigan by bringing Tony Alford — who’d been in Columbus for nine years — to Ann Arbor just a week after the Buckeyes had started spring practice.
Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel a Buckeye? They talked, but this is why it didn't happen
INDIANAPOLIS – Dillon Gabriel is the unanimous preseason Big Ten player of the year and a Heisman Trophy favorite. Under different circumstances, he could have been an Ohio State Buckeye. Gabriel was perhaps the most coveted quarterback in the transfer portal after he decided to leave Oklahoma after throwing for 3,660 yards and 30...
Juvenile judge shares frustration, discusses evolving fight against teen crime
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Three teens were charged in the death of a young mom who died after she was thrown off her car as it was being stolen while her young son was in the back seat. Alexa Stakley's case is one of many ABC6 has covered as...
8 OSU swimmers, divers to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio State University continues to turn athletic talent on the world stage. Some of the athletes competing in the summer Olympic games are first-timers to international athletics, while others are very seasoned. ALSO | How to watch the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. Former Buckeyes:
Audi and MLS Collaboration: Personalized Infotainment Themes for Football Fans and Competitive 2024 MLS Season Highlights
Gearheads with a passion for MLS, rejoice! If you’re already sporting an Audi from the 2023-2025 model year and bleed black and blue for Inter Miami (or any other MLS club, for that matter), get ready to flaunt your fandom uniquely. Building on their recent partnership with Inter Miami, Audi has just shifted the dial on fan customization.
BREAKING: Woods repeats as state women’s amateur golf champion
Gabby Woods won the 101st Women’s Ohio State Amateur Golf Championship Thursday at Belmont Hills Country Club. Woods was the defending champion. With the win, Woods qualifies for the United States Women’s Amateur Golf Championship Aug. 5-11 at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla. This story will...
Qventus' AI discharge planning solution saved OhioHealth $1.7M in a matter of months
As artificial intelligence makes inroads in healthcare, one health tech company is focused on automating health system operations to increase hospitals' bed capacity and reduce length of stay. Qventus says its AI solution is helping healthcare facilities save hundreds of thousands of dollars in excess patient days. The solution provider...
Sarcomas are rare in adults, require expert treatment and care
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKRC) - Dr. Joel Mayerson explains the difference between soft tissue and bone sarcomas, who's at risk, and how personalized treatment can make all the difference. ----- The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is located...
Sherrone Moore On Playing Ohio State Multiple Times This Year: ‘Love It. Yes. Let’s Do It’
INDIANAPOLIS — Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore met with reporters Thursday for a 45-minute breakout session at Big Ten Media Days. He discussed this year’s personnel, team goals, Ohio State, and much more. The highlights of everything he had to say can be found below. What is your...
Freshman takes the breath away of one of the best Ohio State football players
The Ohio State football team has a lot of talented players on the roster. There are former five-star recruits up and down the roster on both sides of the ball. It's hard for one player to really impress another one on a roster like this when everyone is the best of the best.
One dead in shooting outside south Columbus gas station
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — One person has died after being shot outside a gas station on the south side of Columbus Thursday. According to Columbus police, the shooting happened at approximately 2:16 p.m. near a Sunoco station on the 1600 block of South High Street. Police said a male victim was pronounced dead at the […]
Big Lots closing stores nationwide. Are Ohio locations still open? What we know
[Editor's note: This story has been updated to accurately reflect Big Lots' financial standing]. Big Lots announced plans to close 35-40 stores this year, following a June 13 quarterly report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The discount chain, headquartered in Columbus, cited “elevated inflation” and a significant decrease in consumer spending as...
Ohio pension adds four new funds
The $19 billion School Employees Retirement System of Ohio in Columbus added four new investments at this month’s board meeting totaling $275 million. According to Chief Investment Officer Farouki Majeed, higher interest rates have caused more market volatility, and the team has been proactively managing the portfolios to maximize returns. The staff has maintained an […]
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