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Ohio works to remedy skilled trade shortage with incarcerated youth initiative
Ohio is working to remedy a shortage of skilled trade employees by providing resources for incarcerated juveniles to start careers in fields such as construction or welding once they are released.
Ohio unemployment rate continues to rise
(The Center Square) – Ohio’s unemployment rate continues to rise, and revised figures show jobs are leaving the state. Statistics from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services showed the state’s unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in June from 4.2% in May, while the labor force participation rate increased to 62.1% from 61.9% the same month. The national unemployment rate is 4.1%. ...
Online Auction of Confiscated Fishing Vessel Nets $96,000 for Purchase of New Patrol Boat
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife recently sold a fishing boat that was previously seized from Chase Cominsky, a 37-year-old resident of Hermitage, Pennsylvania. The 22-foot Ranger boat was involved in a highly publicized cheating scandal and was sold through an online auction that came to an end on Tuesday, July 23rd.
Hot and dry weekend on tap as drought conditions continue to impact northern Ohio
Greater Akron remains under a "moderate" drought and there's little relief in sight this weekend. The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor has all of Summit County and Medina, Wayne, Portage and Stark counties are under drought conditions. ...
Contractor indicted for alleged theft of over $105,000 from Ohio homeowners
CINCINATTI, Ohio — A Hamilton County grand jury indicted a convicted Indiana felon on three felony charges involving the alleged theft of more than $105,000 from 14 Ohioans, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced. According to Yost, Roger Glenn Gray, 52, of Aurora, Indiana, has an extensive criminal record,...
Fur Baby Friday: Sassy and sweet Shirley, Riley need good homes
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Meet Shirley, a lovable 6-year-old Jack Russel Terrier, and Riley, an adorable 8-year-old Lab mix. These furry friends have captured the hearts of Franklin County Dog & Adoption Center staff and volunteers, and now they're ready to steal yours too!. Shirley is a sweet and...
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital recognized for efforts to improve stroke care
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Rural Stroke Silver achievement award. The award recognizes hospitals that are committed to optimizing stroke care and eliminating rural health care outcome disparities. ...
Columbus Weather: Dry and hot weekend, showers and thunderstorms returning by work week
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — SATURDAY: Mostly sunny skies. High: 88. MONDAY: Scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. High: 86. Good morning, Central Ohio! The sunshine continues this weekend with warmer temperatures. It will be a great day to visit the state fair or lounge at the pool as it won't be that humid. Highs will soar into the upper 80s today. Stay hydrated and wear sunscreen as the UV index will be very high. Skies remain clear tonight with overnight lows in the low 60s.
Ohio State football players inspire local youth at Mansfield football camp
MANSFIELD — A youth football camp at Mansfield’s Arlin Field was exactly where Gee Scott Jr. wanted to be Friday evening. Scott, a senior tight end at The Ohio State University, was a featured instructor during Friday’s Tyger Football Camp at Mansfield’s Arlin Field. He was...
Bodycam video shows family’s concern for 8-year-old boy’s safety 6 months before he was found dead in mother’s attic
COLUMBUS, Ohio — On Christmas Day in 2023, Columbus Division of Police officers were called to a home for a report of a domestic dispute, involving a woman who, six months later, would be charged in her son’s murder. Police said LaShanda Wilder called 911 reporting her aunt,...
Columbus City Council hosts final Summer Splash of the year
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus City Council hosted the third and final "Summer Splash" of 2024 today at the Marion Franklin Pool. The free event features music and free frozen treats, but is more about providing a safe place. The pools have been opened for extended hours this summer in hopes of providing a safe-space for families in the community.
Columbus bar loses Best New US Cocktail Bar title
Cobra, the Brewery District bar and restaurant that opened last October with a laid-back vibe and late-night bites, lost out to a New York nightspot Thursday for the title of Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, an international group whose annual awards have been called the Oscars of the...
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said he channeled Jim Tressel when saying Ohio State 'sucks'
When he was introduced at an Indiana men's basketball game last December, new football coach Curt Cignetti did not hold back. "I don't plan on taking a back seat to anybody," Cignetti told the Hoosier faithful. "Purdue sucks, but so does Michigan and Ohio State. Go IU." When Cignetti was asked to...
Court records: 2 men accused of tampering with evidence in Short North shooting that left 10 injured
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Franklin County grand jury indicted two men in connection to the shooting in the Short North Arts District in June that left 10 people injured. Rondell Mallory Jr., 22, was charged with tampering with evidence, according to the indictment. Gabriel Hunter, 19, was charged with tampering with evidence and having a weapon while under disability. The indictment states that Hunter’s weapons charge stems from a March 2022 conviction for a weapons offense.
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