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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Even though the Milan Cortina Olympics are taking place more than 4,000 miles away from Columbus in Italy, there are still some subtle signs of the games here. In a Gahanna neighborhood, there is a Milan Drive.  “I have lived here most of my life, I grew up in this house. [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The cauldrons are lit in Milan and Cortina, which means the 2026 Winter Olympics are open. While there has been some competition before Friday's Opening Ceremony, Saturday is the first official day of the games. The first medals will be handed out and Team USA's figure skating and women's hockey teams [...]

Solar activity was at high levels for most of the week, dominated by
Region 4366. The most notable event was an impulsive X4.2 flare from
that region on February 4. Throughout the period, Region 4366
continued to exhibit a slight reduction in area and a modest
simplification of its magnetic complexity. The remaining numbered
regions on the visible disk remained stable or in a state of slight
decay.
 
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Curling was the first sport to get underway during this year’s Winter Olympics. As icy as the sport may be, every four years it gains a lot of traction. “My intro to curling is very similar to pretty much everybody’s intro to curling in central Ohio and it was the Olympics,” [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Columbus Metropolitan Library on Friday opened a new branch in the Linden neighborhood, and the ribbon cutting was packed with members of the community.   The original building was built in 2004, and the new branch was built by the same architect. It has gone from about 12,700 square feet to approximately 27,000 square feet. It’s two stories [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A former Franklin County sheriff’s deputy was sentenced in federal court after pleading guilty to denying an inmate his civil rights. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Ohio, Matthew Carey, a former deputy, was sentenced to nearly four years -- 46 months -- in prison for depriving an [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Columbus weather outlook highlights another period of bitter cold after several inches of snow. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. for slippery roads. Columbus weather today/tonight: How much snow to expect? Snow and breezy conditions accompanied an Alberta clipper system passing north of the region, with accumulations [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Saturday marks Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, and Columbus ice cream chain Johnson's Real Ice Cream is planning a full celebration. For Saturday morning only, all nine central Ohio Johnson's ice cream shops will offer a breakfast-themed menu. Johnson's said guests are encouraged to wear pajamas and will offer a free [...]

GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) -- South Western City Schools reached a tentative agreement with its classified staff union, a crucial step toward avoiding a planned strike next week. Members of the OAPSE Local No. 211 union, which represents hundreds of bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodians and other support staff, are planning to strike on Monday [...]

Columbus restaurants and fast-food chains are offering special experiences for Valentine's Day, from upscale prix-fixe dinners to festive sit-down environments at White Castle, with reservations recommended due to high demand.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The latest snow squall to push through central Ohio is causing several counties throughout the region to declare snow emergencies, including Franklin County. A winter storm advisory has been issued for all Central Ohio beginning Friday morning with the potential of a few inches of snow. That, in addition to the [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – An American multi-brand luxury retailer is shuttering most of its discount locations, impacting a store at Easton Town Center. Saks Global — the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman — announced in late January that it would close 57 Saks Off 5th stores and all Last [...]

WESTERVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) -- A proposal for a 37-acre mixed-use development with offices, restaurants and an Aldi grocery store near Polaris Fashion Place is moving forward in Westerville. Westerville City Council unanimously approved on Jan. 20 an amended preliminary development plan by NP Limited Partnership for "Zumstein South," a project that would be built at [...]

LOGAN, Ohio (WCMH) -- A former central Ohio police officer, who was never charged after being fired for allegedly trying to solicit sex with a child, has now been arrested on one charge of rape. Justin Lally, 44, was charged last month with one count of rape and released Tuesday on a $225,000 bond after [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Bipartisan Ohio lawmakers are hoping their new Statehouse bill will encourage fathers to walk their children to school. House Bill 496, introduced by Reps. Darnell Brewer (D-Cleveland) and Josh Williams (R-Sylvania), would designate the third week of September as "Fathers Walk Week." Brewer said the bill was inspired by Ohio school [...]