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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine orders lowering of flags to honor fallen Cleveland police officer Jamieson Ritter
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered flags of the United States and state of Ohio lowered to half-staff throughout Cuyahoga County and other state buildings to honor Cleveland police officer Jamieson Ritter, who was fatally shot in the line of duty. "Governor DeWine has ordered that the...
Most expensive homes sold in Franklin, Delaware counties in June
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The most expensive Franklin County home sold in June went for $6 million, while the top Delaware County home was sold for $1.4 million. NBC4 analyzed daily property sale records from the Franklin and Delaware county auditor’s offices and filtered for “one-family dwellings” to not include apartments, duplexes, or unrelated land […]
Worthington teen advocates for AED bill awaiting Ohio governor's signature
WORTHINGTON, Ohio (WSYX) — A bill that will soon be on Gov. Mike DeWine's desk for a signature would require AEDs in all Ohio public and charter schools and recreational facilities. Canen Dickman, an incoming sophomore at Worthington Kilbourne High School, said an AED saved his life. On July...
Thinking about sparking your own fireworks? Here's what you need to know
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WSYX) — For 'Red White and Boom,' you can sit back and watch the show, but we're sparking the conversation for those who want to create their own "Boom." There are only certain places where you can set off your own fireworks. "Google fire safety so...
Thousands expected at Columbus’ Red, White, and Boom amid severe weather threat
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Thousands of residents from across the state are anticipated to gather in the capital city for the annual Red, White, and Boom fireworks display, despite weather warnings from the National Weather Service. Dubbed the largest fireworks display in the Midwest, Red, White, and Boom draws...
These 10 cities have the most ‘clueless cooks’ in the US (sorry, Ohio)
When it comes to putting food to flame, certain regions are a few blades short of a Cuisinart. One city in Ohio has the highest rate of culinary illiteracy in the country — and the Buckeye State got burned overall. The 10 cities with the highest numbers of “clueless cooks” in the US have been revealed, and Cleveland tops the list, according to “Clueless Cooks: The 2024 Report” from Indiana wholesaler Meats by Linz. With a population of slightly more than 351,000, Cleveland logged a staggering 10,258 Google searches related to rudimentary kitchen skills. In fact, the seventh-largest state is home...
Animals, rides and more bring visitors to the Franklin County Fair
The Ohio State Fair starts near the end of the month, but you can get your fix a bit early at the Franklin County Fair, which is slated for July 15-21. In addition to the requisite food and rides, visitors can enjoy the crowning of fair royalty, a variety of exhibits, tractor pulls,...
Temporary closure of U.S. 69 railroad crossing for repairs
(KOAM) - The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has announced that starting Monday, July 15, 2024, the BNSF Railway will close the U.S. 69 railroad crossing at the south city limits of Columbus to carry out essential repairs.
Delaware blessing box and community garden targeted and damaged
DELAWARE, Ohio (WSYX) — An effort meant to better people's lives in Delaware was disrupted by some bad decisions. Volunteers at Unity Community Center said at least one person targeted their blessing box and community garden during the middle of the night. "It looked like whatever food was in...
Central Ohio’s cat-retrieving expert reveals best practices
A Columbus woman enlisted the help of a local cat-retrieving expert, Duane Hook, to rescue a cat that had been stuck in a tree for several days, learning valuable information about how to handle such situations.
Watch out for these Ohio traffic chokepoints over the July Fourth holiday
CLEVELAND, Ohio - With more people expected to travel for the July Fourth weekend than ever before, state transportation officials are highlighting some areas of potential delays Wednesday afternoon in the Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton areas. Yet, expect traffic to be no worse than “moderate” in Northeast Ohio.
Demolition, reconstruction proposed for High Street McDonald’s
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A proposal suggests demolishing the McDonald’s at 1972 N. High St., rebuilding the restaurant closer to High Street and adding a small rear parking lot off Pearl Street. The new building would continue the lot’s history with McDonald’s, which has been on the site since 1965, according to records from the […]
Ohio zoo announces birth of western lowland gorilla
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Wednesday announced the birth of a western lowland gorilla, a species which is endangered in the wild. The zoo’s announcement says the infant was born on June 29 to first-time mother Sue and father Ktembe. It’s the 35th gorilla born at the zoo.
Ohio Property Taxes: 60% of Homeowners Struggle to Afford – Auditor Michael Stinziano Advocates for Reform
Michael Stinziano, Franklin County Auditor, advocates for legislative changes in Ohio to ease property tax burdens for homeowners, proposing reforms like expanding the Homestead Exemption and introducing measures such as property tax circuit breakers and a deferral program for those facing financial challenges. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano Urges Legislative Reforms for Ohio Property Taxes […]
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