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Protest forms outside Columbus City Hall against Iran War
17+ min ago (48+ words) Organizers with the Party for Socialism and Liberation and other advocacy groups held a protest outside city hall on Wednesday against the Iran War. Organizers with the Party for Socialism and Liberation and other advocacy groups held a protest outside…...
Ohio Republicans Announce Proposal To Severely Restrict Sports Betting
2+ hour, 40+ min ago (531+ words) Ohio lawmakers continue to push back against the state's sports betting laws, and the latest attempt came Wednesday morning when House Republicans announced the "Save Ohio Sports Act." The promised package of proposals would eliminate online sports betting, which was…...
Where can you get the best margarita in Columbus? Vote in our poll
19+ hour, 24+ min ago (244+ words) It's officially margarita season, Columbus, and we're kicking things off with the first round of our Best Margarita in Town poll! After dozens of nominations and some very impassioned feelings about the salt rim, we've narrowed it down to the…...
Ohio bill would codify antisemitism definition, but opponents argue it violates free speech
16+ hour, 30+ min ago (986+ words) An Ohio bill would codify the definition and examples of antisemitism into law, but those opposed to the bill said it would violate free speech and be used to protect speech about Israel." Ohio Senate Bill 87 passed the Ohio Senate…...
'You are truly a hero.' Columbus, GA police officer honored by state legislators
1+ day, 48+ min ago (309+ words) Sgt. Katina Williams of the Columbus Police Department was honored April 7, 2026 by Georgia state Rep. Teddy Reese (D-Columbus), who presented her with a House resolution commending her community policing work. Reese also presented the Columbus Police Department with House Resolution…...
As Haslams push for Columbus NWSL team, who else is part of ownership group?
1+ day, 35+ min ago (593+ words) Opponents of Columbus financially supporting the bid for a National Women's Soccer League team in the city have called it a handout for billionaires, referring to Jimmy and Dee Haslam, majority owners of the Crew and the Cleveland Browns. "A…...
Looking back at the 2024 total solar eclipse in Northeast Ohio
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (75+ words) A look back at the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Northeast Ohio was right in the sweet spot for viewing the historic event. A look back at the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Northeast Ohio was right in the sweet…...
Columbus businesses show support after Schmidt family tragedy
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (318+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) " Local businesses are showing support for the family behind Schmidt's Sausage Haus. Matt Schmidt was killed in a fire early Easter morning. He's a fifth-generation member of Schmidt's"a business that dates back to 1866. Some local businesses…...
Pennsylvania considers new catfish fishing rules in Ohio River Basin
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (1229+ words) Western Pennsylvania catfish anglers may have a new creel limit in 2027 because of an effort to protect a growing fishery. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is considering a change in the regulations for anglers in the Ohio River…...
Ohio Gov. Mike De Wine announces $65 million for 6 counties. Here's why
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (188+ words) Governor Mike De Wine opened new highway rest areas in Ohio and announced 14 newly accredited law enforcement agencies in February. Now, along with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Director John Logue, De Wine revealed $65 million in funding for six Ohio…...