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One in critical condition after east Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is hospitalized after a shooting on the east side of Columbus Tuesday night. According to a Columbus police dispatcher, the shooting happened on the 1400 block of Elaine Road at approximately 8:20 p.m. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition. There is no further information available […]
Nationwide Children's Hospital gets $5 million from City Council for affordable housing in Linden
Nationwide Children’s Hospital received a $5 million grant from the Columbus City Council to support the creation of affordable housing in the Linden neighborhood. The money will be directed towards Healthy Homes, the affordable housing wing of Nationwide Children's Hospital, which aims to address the pressing need for affordable housing in the area.
Former Ohio State Men’s Basketball Star Jared Sullinger Returns to Carmen’s Crew Roster For First Time Since 2018
Jared Sullinger will trade in his clipboard for a uniform this summer. The head coach of Ohio State’s TBT alumni team for the past four tournaments, Sullinger is back on Carmen's Crew's roster as a player for the first time since 2018. The two-time consensus All-American forward is one of five former Buckeyes on the team along with Keyshawn Woods, Andre Wesson, Kaleb Wesson and Kyle Young.
Teachers union sues Columbus City Schools over substitute teacher contracts, state law
The union representing Columbus City Schools teachers sued the district Tuesday after it says the district violated state law by not renewing the contracts of nearly 30 substitute teachers. The Columbus Education Association, which represents more than 4,500 teachers and other educational professionals in the district, filed a lawsuit in Franklin County Common...
Zoning into the Future: Overhaul of Columbus Zoning Code Will Bring Big Changes
Peering out at a packed crowd at the Columbus Metropolitan Club’s forum, Mark Ferenchik couldn’t help but smile. “Usually, zoning is an issue that people don’t talk about,” said Ferenchik, WOSU Public Media’s News Director and for many years a reporter whose beat focused on zoning and city development.
Native Plants for Pollinators event scheduled for July 26
Native plants are making a comeback across landscapes in Ohio. Native plants offer many benefits, chief among them being ease of care. Plants native to the region are adapted for the local climate and can thrive throughout nearly any growing season. Tired of lugging watering cans and hoses around the yard? Natives rarely require watering except in the most extreme drought conditions.
Police release photos of suspects in carjacking attempt that killed Ohio mom Alexa Stakely
Columbus police have released new details in the case of a Pickerington mother killed trying to stop the theft of her vehicle with her son inside. Alexa Stakely, 29, died early Thursday morning after she was struck by her own SUV. Stakely was picking up her 6-year-old son from her babysitter's residence on the 6300 block of Blue Knoll Drive at the White Oak Park Condominiums at about 1:30 a.m. Thursday following a waitressing shift.
Stars shine at Mansfield Sr. passing scrimmage
MANSFIELD — Even without one of the top high school quarterbacks in the country, the Mansfield Senior passing scrimmage lived up to its marquee billing. Senior High welcomed some of the premier programs in Ohio to Arlin Field for its annual seven-on-seven tournament on a sun-soaked Tuesday. Two-time defending...
ESPN updates Ohio State football odds of winning Big Ten championship
With the Big Ten drastically changing, many have wondered how Ohio State football will fare in this new 18-team dynamic. Oregon, Washington, and USC are the major players who have entered the picture, with top holdovers in Penn State, Iowa, Michigan and the Buckeyes still challenging for the conference crown. As the season is rapidly approaching, ESPN updated its 2024 Big Ten projections (subscription required).
How Columbus is cracking down on neglectful landlords
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — In direct response to what city leaders are calling two of the worst cases of landlord neglect they’ve seen, Columbus City Council passed measures Monday to hold property owners accountable. More than 1,000 tenants were displaced from the Latitude Five25 and Colonial Village apartments in the past two years due to […]
Beaver-Vu to hold annual charity challenge tournament
BEAVERCREEK — Beaver-Vu Bowl will hold its 40th annual Charity Challenge Tournament from July 31-August 2. Qualifying dates will take place across the three days, with the championship round being held on August 2. The cost to enter the tournament is $30 and all entry funds will be donated...
Report of wires down on Emmons Road in Oregonia
OREGONIA, Ohio — There is a report of wires down on Emmons Road in Oregonia. It was reported in the 5100 block of the road at 11:38 a.m. Warren County Fire crews are responding to the scene. Click the video player above to watch other morning headlines from WLWT...
For years, Springfield has invited immigrants to move and settle there. Now the city fights for existence.
Springfield, Ohio – Usually a peaceful city with about 60,000 residents, Springfield has become well-known nationally following Mayor Rob Rue’s recent request on national television for federal help. The little community is struggling with a significant population growth linked to an inflow of Haitian migrants pushing public services to their limits.
90 years ago today: a Wichita-founded company announced it was leaving town
90 years ago today: a Wichita-founded company announced it was leaving town 90 years ago today: a Wichita-founded company announced it was leaving town 90 years ago today: a Wichita-founded company announced it was leaving town
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