Columbus

6/13/2026 9:17:20 PM

Cheryl Krueger, baking icon who built Cheryl's Cookies empire, dies after long Parkinson's battle

Founder of Beloved Ohio Cookie Company Passes AwayA prominent figure in the confectionery industry has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of sweet success recognized across the nation. Cheryl Kruege...

6/5/2026 11:09:34 PM

Local blocks unite neighborhoods in battle against gun violence

A Shore Up Against Shootings: Tailgate Against Violence Builds Community BridgesFor many neighborhoods, the crack of a gunshot is an uncomfortably familiar sound. In response, residents in one communi...

6/3/2026 11:04:08 PM

Bill to ban child marriage stalls in Senate, leaving advocates furious

Ohio Senate Gridlock Leaves Child Marriage Legislation in LimboA proposal to establish a clear legal minimum age for marriage in Ohio has hit a procedural standstill in the state Senate, failing to ad...

6/3/2026 5:07:00 AM

Residents demand answers as iconic YMCA shuts its doors after three decades of service.

Abrupt Closure of Long-Standing Community Fitness Hub Leaves Residents Seeking AnswersFor three decades, a local fitness and community center served as a cornerstone for health, social connection, and...

6/2/2026 7:15:50 PM

Werenski makes franchise history as first Blue Jacket named NHL’s top defenseman

Zach Werenski Makes History, Wins NHL’s Top Defenseman HonorThe Columbus Blue Jackets’ star defenseman, Zach Werenski, has officially made team history. Winning the prestigious James Norris Memorial T...

5/31/2026 9:06:37 PM

Mall at Tuttle Crossing now branded a dying relic as shoppers flee decaying halls

The Slow Fade of a Columbus Landmark: What Happened to the City's Shopping Heart?Once a thriving hub of retail and community activity, a major shopping destination in Columbus has seen its stature dim...

5/31/2026 3:13:08 PM

Prisoner orchestrated fentanyl shipments from behind bars, now likely executed in drug trafficking plot.

Ohio Inmate Directed Drug Trafficking Scheme, Authorities Say A man from Columbus has been ordered to pay over half a million dollars after a federal court found him guilty of running a fentanyl traf...

5/24/2026 11:00:37 PM

One killed, juvenile in custody after north Columbus attack

Deadly North Columbus Stabbing: Teenager Faces ChargesA North Columbus neighborhood is reeling after a fatal stabbing incident left one individual dead and a teenage suspect in custody. Authorities sa...

6/7/2026 1:09:33 AM

Storms plow through central Ohio, flipping trucks and flooding roads.

Storms Batter Central Ohio, Causing Widespread Damage and Disruption A powerful band of severe weather tore through central Ohio late Tuesday afternoon, leaving a trail of downed trees, damaged prope...

6/5/2026 11:09:06 PM

Ohio lawmakers debate ending Medicaid payments for family caregivers

Ohio Lawmakers Weigh Ending Medicaid Pay for Family CaregiversProposed Change Targets Payments to Relatives Providing CareOhio legislators are debating legislation that would prevent Medicaid funds fr...

6/3/2026 11:03:39 PM

Entry-level job hunt shifts as companies ditch degree requirements for specialized AI skills

Job Market Evolving for New Grads Entering WorkforceA Shifting LandscapeThe transition from classroom to career has always been challenging, but this year's graduates face a professional environment m...

6/3/2026 5:06:33 AM

CCS students honored for rushing to aid van driver in medical crisis

Columbus School District Honors Students for Aiding Bus Driver in Medical CrisisA group of students in Columbus, Ohio, is being celebrated for their quick thinking and decisive action after their scho...

6/2/2026 7:13:54 PM

Summer of Soccer in Columbus: Your full guide to World Cup watch parties

Columbus Set to Host Summer of Soccer: Full World Cup Watch Party Schedule RevealedAs the countdown to the 2026 World Cup intensifies, Columbus is positioning itself as a central hub for soccer fans a...

5/31/2026 9:06:18 PM

It cost $50 to fraud a Medicaid system, costing taxpayers millions

After Decades The Key Medicaid and Military Negotiator Faces Investigation of Potential Scheme Secret Affairs Never Clarified Breached Personnel Pledges & Possibly Missing DataRising new details frame...

5/31/2026 3:12:45 PM

Body Found in West Columbus Decomposed for Weeks

Human Remains Discovered in West ColumbusAuthorities Investigate a Suspicious Death in Hancock CountyColumbus police are currently involved in a probe after a body was discovered Thursday afternoon in...

5/23/2026 5:10:33 AM

Flags for Memorial Day planted at NVMM despite downpour

Honoring the Fallen: Flags Planted at National Veterans Memorial Museum in the RainDespite heavy rainfall, a dedicated group of volunteers gathered at the National Veterans Memorial Museum to honor Am...

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7/17/2026 3:07:34 PM

Man sent to prison for crossing state lines to sexually abuse a Mandeville child

Traveler Convicted in High-Profile Mississippi Sex Crime CaseA man has been found guilty of crossing state lines specifically to commit sexual offenses in southern Mississippi, prosecutors confirmed. ...

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7/17/2026 3:07:25 PM

Scorching weekend ahead as rising heat and Gulf tropical disturbance set the stage.

Heat Threat Set to Escalate Over the Weekend as Gulf Remains under WatchA significant surge in temperatures is anticipated across the region as we head into the weekend, prompting officials to issue h...