Weather
Snowfall Disrupts Travel in Central Ohio
Columbus crews work to clear roads as drivers struggle with hazardous conditions
Columbus Airport Crews Battle Winter Weather
Airport staff work nonstop to clear 2,500 acres of runways during snowstorms.
Central Ohio Braces for More Snow After Fern
Some counties under Level 1 snow emergency as additional 2-3 inches expected
Lifestyle
Columbus Plans Year-Long Celebration for America's 250th Anniversary
The city will host a festival on July 4th and events throughout 2026 to mark the country's semiquincentennial.
Columbus Roller Rink Hosts KPop-Themed Valentine's Day Skate Party
Skate Zone 71 promises a night of music, dancing, and romance on the rink.
Columbus attorney's viral 'citizen journalist' videos prompt daycare security concerns
Authorities urge residents to report suspected fraud instead of entering daycare centers
Crime
New court date set for Michael McKee in Tepe murder case
The vascular surgeon accused of killing his ex-wife and her new husband won't actually be in court on the upcoming date.
Bomb Threats Target Haitian Community in Ohio
Schools and county offices in Clark County received multiple hoax threats, prompting class cancellations
Ohio Schools, Offices Receive Bomb Threats Targeting Haitian Community
Governor DeWine condemns 'despicable' threats that prompted school closures in Springfield
Politics
Ohio Lawmakers Push for Stricter Rules on Abortion Pills
New legislation would require patients to sign forms warning of rare risks associated with medication abortion.
Ohio Elections 2026: Crowded Ballot Includes Key Statewide Races
Ohioans will vote for new governor, attorney general, auditor, secretary of state, and treasurer this November.
Know Your Rights if You Encounter ICE in Columbus
Clarity on constitutional protections can help reduce fear and escalation during immigration enforcement activity.
Business
Ohio Renters Face High Utility Bills from Submetering Companies
Tenants see electric bills climb to nearly $500 for small apartments as submetering firms operate in regulatory gray area
Three NFM Lending Loan Originators Named 'Top Emerging Stars' by Scotsman Guide
Andy Beigel, Mario Cua, and Casey Coyle recognized for driving growth, elevating client relationships, and redefining mortgage industry
Cleveland-Cliffs Sees Improved Outlook for 2026
Steel producer cites robust order book, better pricing, and leaner costs after challenging 2025
