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13-year-old in stable condition after East Columbus shooting, suspect at large
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A 13-year-old boy is in stable condition after a shooting in East Columbus that occurred Friday afternoon. According to Columbus police, officers were called to the Gateway Apartment Homes on the 3300 block of East 7th Avenue at 12:07 p.m. Police said a 13-year-old boy was taken to an area hospital […]
A new target for treatment of one type of macular degeneration
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new study in mice hints at the promise of an eventual alternative treatment option for the “wet” version of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Researchers determined in mice that an enzyme related to cell growth and division is a culprit in the blood vessel invasion in the back of the eye that causes blurred central vision in wet AMD. Targeting the enzyme, called telomerase, with an experimental drug suppressed abnormal vascular growth in the animals’ retina.
Tuskegee Airmen mural created at Rickenbacker International Airport
The Rickenbacker International Airport now has a large mural honoring the Tuskegee Airmen. It pays tribute to the pilots that were stationed at Rickenbacker following World War II, from 1946 to 1949.
Smoked on Chai kosher barbecue coming to Columbus
Smoked on Chai BBQ, a new kosher barbecue truck from the owner of Smoked on High BBQ in Columbus, will make its debut July 8, with a kosher menu and bulk options. Led by owner Max McGarity, he told the Columbus Jewish News he’s been getting involved in the Columbus kosher barbecue scene because it’s always something he wanted to do – seeing it as an “under-utilized and untapped” market.
Pickerington pool bumps up age requirement for access passes
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) — It has been nearly one month since the City of Pickerington changed their rules about who can buy a day pass at the community pool. The rules state a person must be 21 or older to buy a day pass and must have proof of Pickerington residency or be accompanied by […]
Fur Baby Friday: Meet Drew, the senior blind Chihuahua who just wants to be loved
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Turner (who answers to the name Drew) is a senior Chihuahua who is looking for a loving family to care for him in the final years of his life. Drew came to Stop the Suffering Animal Rescue from an abusive home in which he was neglected to the point that he became blind. His eyes were very small and just shrank away because of a lack of care.
Playing youth sports linked to better mental health in adults
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Adults who continuously played organized sports through their youth have fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who never played or those who dropped out, a new study finds. And those who dropped out of sports had poorer mental health than those who never played...
Gather your team for the 7th annual Community Cup
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A field day for adults! The Community Cup is a one-day athletic challenge open to companies of all sizes where co-workers compete together against other Central Ohio businesses. From a 5k race, to tug of war, and even cornhole, take part in meeting the community, then beating the community in various games. Ariana Tyler from the Greater Columbus Sports Commission shares how you and your colleagues can join forces and take the trophy. The festivities kick off September 13, 2024. For more information, head to their website.
Ohio State WR offer staying in contact with the Buckeyes, discusses return to OSU
Pataskala (Ohio) Watkins Memorial 2026 wide receiver Jaeden Ricketts worked out at the Buckeyes' camp on June 6 and landed an Ohio State scholarship offer that day. He is currently sitting at eight offers: Ohio State, Toledo, Bowling Green, Ohio University, Miami of Ohio, Ball State, Kent State and Akron.
Ryan Vilade hits grand slam in 9th inning to lift Toledo Mud Hens past Columbus Clippers
Recap: Ryan Vilade's grand slam off Mason Hickman (1-4) in the ninth inning gave the Mud Hens the win at Huntington Park. Alvaro Gonzalez opened the ninth with a double. Parker Meadows then singled before Justice Bigbie was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Hickman then struck out Spencer Torkelson and Bligh Madris before Vilade delivered with the grand slam. For Columbus, Jose Tena had two hits and Bryan Lavastida homered.
Conference Realignment: Which schools are in which leagues?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — It's a Friday in the summer and we're still almost two months away from the start of college football season. We've been going through withdrawal since you-know-who won the national championship almost six months ago. Perhaps you've forgotten which Pac-10 Pac-12 schools entered the transfer...
'Chaotic': Some Ohio colleges worry FAFSA fallout will hurt enrollment this fall
After a couple of turbulent years for fall enrollment during the pandemic, things were starting to look up for Ohio Dominican University. The campus on Columbus' East Side saw a 30% increase in freshman enrollment between 2021 and 2023, offsetting two smaller enrollment classes during the pandemic and pushing total enrollment beyond pre-pandemic numbers. University leaders were feeling optimistic about this academic year.
Column: How Columbus resident Peter McDonough became a YouTube sensation in Nepal
To neighbors on the quiet, leafy street where he lives on Columbus’ Northeast Side, Peter McDonough, 37, appears typical enough. He mows his lawn, plays outside with his two young daughters and commutes regularly to his job at the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Few would guess that McDonough, who...
Review: BEN PLATT AND BRANDY CLARK at Mershon Auditorium
Played the neurotic title character in DEAR EVAN HANSEN and the lovable, yet socially awkward Benji Applebaum in “Pitch Perfect” and “Pitch Perfect 2.”. During Platt’s concert at the Mershon Auditorium July 2, those characteristics were only a small part of his on-stage persona. “If you...
7 family members escape burning home in Truro Township overnight
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A Columbus family is now okay after escaping a fire in Truro Township, near the Blacklick Woods Metro Park, early Friday morning. The fire broke out at about 2 a.m. Four adults and three children escaped safely. I'm sad. I don't know what to do...
Fast facts about the vehicles in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE — Have you ever been driving down the road and seen multiple cars of the same make or color in a row? Or maybe you want to know just how unique your vehicle is compared to others in Ohio. Either way, data from the Ohio Department of Public Safety Bureau of Motor Vehicles helps show the different vehicles registered in Ross County as of the end of 2023. ...
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