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U.S. announces millions in funds for childhood development in Ohio

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 15:30
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Health Resources and Services Administration and Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced more than $500 million in federal funds for the national Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program. "We know children, the first teachers that they have are their parents and if we can help those parents, we can help [...]
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Columbus man accused in Hailey Buzbee's disappearance and death pleads not guilty

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 12:11
The Columbus man indicted in connection with the disappearance and death of an Indiana teenager pleaded not guilty on Monday. 
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When Ohio State plays Indiana: Kickoff time is announced for Oct. 17, 2026, game

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 11:00
Ohio State's regular season meeting against defending national champion Indiana has a start time
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How much daylight Columbus will lose in October

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 10:00
Columbus residents will lose approximately one hour and 15 minutes of daylight throughout October before daylight saving time ends on November 1.
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Fronteras Mexican Cuisine plans location at Grandview Crossing

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 09:00
The restaurant group behind Mexican cuisine in east Columbus and Italian Village appears to be planning a location in Grandview Heights.
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Ohio-based Kroger opens latest Columbus-area location in Delaware

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 08:30
Kroger recently opened its latest central Ohio location, a $33 million new-build in Delaware. 
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Rescued Ohio children: Court documents offer insight to next steps

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 06:00
Five of six adults charged across three Vinton County child abuse cases remain in jail awaiting further hearings.
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What to know about South Western schools' no-new-millage bond issue on November ballot

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 05:00
South Western City Schools voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to approve a 2.26-mill bond issue that would replace Grove City and Westland high schools without raising the property tax rate, according to the district. 
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Ohio Senator calls for federal gas tax relief

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 04:30
With the statewide gas tax pause in effect, Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) called for a federal gas tax suspension next.
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One dead, one hospitalized after southeast Columbus shooting

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 04:22
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is dead, a second has been hospitalized after a reported shooting in the southeast Columbus area. According to Columbus police, officers responded to an alleged shooting near the intersection of Seabrook Avenue and Selkirk Road in the Linwood neighborhood. One person was pronounced dead at the scene at 11:09 [...]
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Tennessee failed to execute Christa Pike. Ohio has its own history of botched executions

Mon, 10/05/2026 - 03:30
Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute Christa Pike is among the latest botched executions in U.S. history, which includes multiple incidents in Ohio. 
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Ohio families making difficult choices between food and essentials

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 22:33
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio families who rely on food pantries are struggling with more than the cost of groceries, according to a new statewide survey that highlights the broader financial pressures facing households. The Ohio Association of Foodbanks surveyed more than 2,600 food pantry visitors across 77 of Ohio’s 88 counties. The organization found [...]
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ARTober invites Columbus residents to celebrate the city's creative community

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 16:35
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Greater Columbus Arts Council is inviting residents and visitors to a celebration of Columbus’ creative community for "ARTober". The monthlong celebration will feature special arts and cultural promotions, along with ways to support local artists. Jami Goldstein, chief creative officer for GCAC, said the goal of ARTober is to provide [...]
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Man charged with murder after deadly stabbing north of Downtown Columbus

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 11:10
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A man was arrested and charged with murder Sunday in connection with a fatal stabbing near the Milo-Grogan area of Columbus. Officers were called to Cleveland Avenue and Reynolds Avenue on a report of a stabbing just before 12:40 a.m. Sunday, officers said. Upon arrival, they discovered one victim, Brandon Parsons, [...]
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Where Ohio State stands after 31-14 win against Iowa

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 10:42
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- After winning their first Big Ten road game of the year against the No. 14 Iowa Hawkeyes 31-14, the Buckeyes fell one spot to No. 6 in the Week 5 Coaches Poll. Iowa shifted 4 spots to No. 18 following their loss. Taking the Buckeyes' top 5 position is No. 6 [...]
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Sunday Briefing: District 1 House race; gas tax; data centers

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 08:00
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – This week on Sunday Briefing: “I think southwest Ohio is time for a change, and I’m ready to be that change,” Eric Conroy, Republican candidate for the seat, said. “Like voters, I just want everyone to do the work and that’s what I do,” Democrat Rep. Greg Landsman, the incumbent, said. [...]
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Incarcerated Ohio man conducted fentanyl trafficking operation from prison

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 07:00
Three Marion County residents have been sentenced in a prison drug trafficking scheme that one man ran from behind bars in Pickaway County.
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Columbus Blue Jackets honor Lyle Odelein, first-ever team captain, following his death

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 06:26
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Columbus Blue Jackets honored the life of Lyle Odelein, who served as captain for the team's inaugural season, before Saturday's game. He died Friday at age 58 of a heart attack, according to reports. Selected in the expansion draft in 2000, Odelein was named CBJ captain that same year. He [...]
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New ballistic evidence connects 3 Columbus homicides from 2016

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 06:00
Ten years after three people were shot dead over a four-day period, the Columbus Division of Police is now reporting they could all be related.
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North Columbus shooting leaves one dead, another injured

Sun, 10/04/2026 - 05:33
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- One person is dead and another is hurt after a shooting in North Columbus Sunday morning. Officers were dispatched to the 6000 block of Zumstein Drive at the Double Ten Hotel at 1:30 a.m. on reports of a shooting. Two people were taken to the hospital, and one victim died at [...]
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