Feb. 23, 2026

Columbus Dispatch Reporter Covers Kindness and Religion

Sophia Veneziano shares insights into her role as the kindness and religion reporter for The Columbus Dispatch.

Ramadan Fasting Hours Vary Across Ohio as Daylight Saving Time Shifts

Fasting times for Muslims in Ohio can range from 12 to 13 hours during the holy month of Ramadan.

Column: Working toward a more neighborly Columbus

Columnist explores ways to build community in Ohio's capital city.

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.

Ohio Gov. DeWine Opposes Trump Plan to End TPS for Haitian Immigrants

DeWine warns the policy could hurt Ohio's economy by removing workers filling critical jobs

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Crossing Guard Protection Act

Proposed bill would increase penalties for drivers who fail to yield to crossing guards

Columbus City Council to Vote on ICE Restrictions

Proposed legislation would limit federal immigration enforcement access to city property and personnel.

Flights to East Coast Hubs Canceled from Columbus Airport

Winter storm disrupts air travel as thousands of flights are grounded nationwide

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

Ted Ginn Jr. kicks off Columbus Aviators 2026 UFL training camp

The Ted Ginn Jr. era of Columbus professional football officially began Monday as the Columbus Aviators took the field for their first training camp practice.

Werenski's golden assist leads Team USA to Olympic gold

Blue Jackets teammates celebrate Zach Werenski's heroics and honor Johnny Gaudreau's memory

Blue Jackets Reassess Trade Deadline Plans After Turnaround

GM Don Waddell shifts focus to acquiring players with term contracts amid team's surprising playoff push.