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Man accused of kidnapping same woman twice arrested after 2 months on the run
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team has apprehended an armed and dangerous sex offender with two kidnapping accusations who has been on the run since escaping police custody in June. In June, the registered sex offender escaped custody after being accused of kidnapping his ex-girlfriend. Two months, another kidnapping accusation […]
Ride share customers assault driver, police search for suspects
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A COTA PLUS driver was assaulted while picking up a ride-share customer in July. At approximately 6:10 p.m. on July 8, a driver arrived to pick up three passengers in the500 Block of E. Woodrow Ave. Shortly after being picked up, an argument was started....
Columbus man pleads not guilty to shooting woman in face in Kanawha County
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — A Columbus man has pleaded not guilty to charges in a Kanawha County shooting. Aweis Abdi, 29, is accused of shooting a woman in the face in Rand back in March and fleeing the scene. Abdi was indicted in July on charges of malicious wounding, wanton endangerment and prohibited person […]
Community gathers for Heart Walk to boost CPR awareness in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — On Saturday, Aug. 17, more than 15,000 community members will gather to help raise awareness about the need to be educated in CPR. The American Heart Association is hosting "Heart Walk" with registration beginning at 8 a.m. at McFerson Commons Park (218 West St., Columbus).
Fur Baby Friday: Merlin and Miss Muffet can't wait to be adopted
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — This week's Fur Baby Friday segment on Good Day Columbus featured two adorable animals from Colony Cats & Dogs. Merlinis a sweet and active one-year-old mixed-breed Pomeranian dog.Unfortunately, he recently returned to the rescue due to his previous adopter's health issues. Merlin is a playful...
Enjoy a weekend of magic with Hearts for Hope
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Prepare to be mesmerized by an extraordinary evening of magic, comedy, and awe-inspiring illusions! Join us for “Hearts for Hope, benefiting A Kid Again. This event features world-renowned performers, including Broadway and Las Vegas headliners, America’s Got Talent finalists and the North American Card Champion, all coming together for an unforgettable family-friendly experience. Tickets start at $28. Learn more at akidagain.org/hfh.
Ohio State football freshmen RBs James Peoples and Sam Williams-Dixon vow to be ready
Much has changed for James Peoples and Sam Williams-Dixon since they arrived as early-enrollee freshmen at Ohio State in January. Back then, they had little reason to think they might be relied on for significant playing time in 2024. With TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins ahead of them as probably the country’s top tandem...
Half of parents believe technology hinders kids from forming classroom connections, poll shows
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As kids across central Ohio are beginning to return to the classroom, a new poll was released to show how parents feel about kids’ access to technology and social media. According to a study from Nationwide Children's Hospital's Kids Mental Health Foundation, success in school...
Columbus man charged with father's murder in incident where police fired at him
A man arrested by Columbus police in June after stabbing several relatives will have his first appearance in court Friday. Benjamin Kelch, 67, is charged with felonious assault and murder in the June 25 incident that resulted in his father's death, Franklin County Municipal Court records show. James Kelch, 95, died on Aug....
Officer Valentine joins team of School Resource Officers
The Hilliard Weaver Middle School community will welcome a new school resource officer this year. City of Hilliard Division of Police Officer Josh Valentine will take on the role at the middle school this August. “Officer Valentine is a wonderful addition to our team of school resource officers,” said Chief...
Thunderstorms back in the Columbus-area forecast. Will the weekend be a rainy, windy one?
Columbus is running out of summer weekends, and unlike last weekend, this coming one won't have perfect weather. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible in Columbus Friday, and they could bring threatening gusty winds, according to a hazardous weather statement issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington. ...
Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library
Summer and Fall brings yard work and lots of of home improvement projects! If you don’t have the tools you need, don’t buy them – borrow them from the Modcon Living’s Tool Library for Franklin County residents. Using the Tool Library. Modcon Living’s Tool Library offers...
Rookie trotters spar in Buckeye Stallion Series
Columbus, OH — The Buckeye Stallion Series for 2-year-old trotting colts and geldings returned to Eldorado Scioto Downs on Thursday (Aug. 15) with four divisions going for $20,000 each. Vekna and trainer-driver Kayne Kauffman took the fastest division in 1:57.2. Cowboy Poker and Dan Noble had the early lead...
Urban Meyer Reveals Why Ohio State Offense Will Be ‘Different’ In 2024
The Ohio State Buckeyes enter the 2024 season with a lot of expectations. They are ranked No. 2 in the Associated Press preseason top 25 poll and are a common pick to win the Big Ten Conference. They have big additions such as Kansas State transfer QB Will Howard, Ole Miss transfer RB ...
Ohio State football’s top target remaining in 2025 set to commit on Saturday
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State’s biggest remaining target in the 2025 class, five-star tackle David Sanders Jr., is set to make his college decision on Saturday afternoon. The No. 2 overall prospect and No. 1 offensive tackle in the 247Sports composite rankings, from Providence Day School in Charlotte, will choose between Ohio State, Tennessee, Nebraska and Georgia — with the Volunteers the presumed favorite and the Buckeyes and Cornhuskers also in consideration.
In Conversation: Lori Schmidt thinks OSU will be a ‘Judkins-Henderson offense’
On Land-Grant’s “In Conversation” podcast, we talk to people in and around Ohio State athletics, and the sporting world at large, to bring you a different insight and perspective to the teams, athletes, and university that you love. Listen to the episode and subscribe:. Subscribe: RSS |...
Police: Suspect robs home after holding owners at gunpoint near Worthington
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Authorities are searching for a suspect accused of holding two people at gunpoint while robbing their home near Worthington on Wednesday. According to the Columbus Division of Police, an unknown suspect confronted the homeowners around 7 a.m. in the 1000 block of Woodman Drive located in the Olentangy Highlands neighborhood off Linworth and Olentangy River roads.
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