Diverse Cultural and Religious Holidays Arrive in Central Ohio
Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, and Ramadan all begin this week
Learn How to Make Columbus' Best Cocktails from 'Whiskey' Pete Wagner
Columbus Hotel Named Best in Ohio by 'U.S. News & World Report'
Automotive
Car Plunges off Ohio Highway, Lands on Frozen River
Driver escapes unharmed after vehicle veers off SR 315 and crashes onto Olentangy River

AAA Recommends Washing Cars After Big Snowstorms to Prevent Costly Repairs
Rust and corrosion from salt and deicing fluids can lead to hundreds or thousands in repair bills.
Honda Dominates Central Ohio Auto Sales
Local Honda sales declined in 2025, but the automaker still outpaced the competition.
Crime
Tepe Killings Expose Domestic Violence Crisis in Columbus
The tragic deaths of Monique and Spencer Tepe highlight the dangers of domestic violence and the need for the community to prioritize prevention and support for survivors.

Injury Accident Reported at Riverside Dr & Fishinger Rd in Columbus
Police and fire crews responded to the busy intersection after a vehicle collision with reported injuries.
Juvenile Recovering After Northland Area Shooting, Police Say
The incident occurred on Brimfield Drive in north Columbus on Saturday evening.
Weather
Firefighter Hospitalized After Fire at Columbus Airport Storage Building
Blaze broke out around 2:35 a.m. on Hamilton Road, officials say.

Snow Piles Reduce Parking Availability at Ohio State
Students face challenges finding spots as CampusParc works to clear campus lots
Snowfall Disrupts Travel in Central Ohio
Columbus crews work to clear roads as drivers struggle with hazardous conditions
Sports
Ohio State Loses Key Scorer Mobley to Injury
Buckeyes face tough schedule without sophomore guard for indefinite period

Eleven Buckeyes from four nations set to compete for Olympic hockey medals in Milan
Current and former Ohio State women's hockey players will represent four different countries in the Olympic semifinals
Buckeyes Upset by No. 20 Maryland at Home After Second Half Collapse
Ohio State falls to 22-4 on the season after allowing 45 second-half points to the Terrapins
Lifestyle
Ohio Thrift Store: A Treasure Trove of Secondhand Gems
This massive Columbus thrift store draws bargain hunters from across the state with its unbeatable prices and endless inventory.

St. Carlo Acutis Relics Visit Ohio Prison, Inspire Faith & Healing
Relics of the newly canonized saint made a stop at the Southeastern Correctional Institution, offering inmates a rare opportunity for veneration.
Why Are Mattress Sales Synonymous with Presidents Day?
Retailers aim to boost slow first-quarter sales and clear old stock ahead of new models.