Shots Fired at Car Carrying Kids on Petzinger Road
Driver injured by broken glass, four juveniles unharmed in Columbus incident
Columbus Blue Jackets fall in OT against Utah
Sturdy defense, Patrick Schulte save Crew home opener
Crime
Columbus man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism
Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Columbus Homicides Drop Significantly in March 2026
City sees lowest number of killings since 2007, continuing downward trend.
Ohio Attorney General Warns of Parking Ticket Scam
Fraudulent text messages claim unpaid fines and threaten court action if not paid immediately.
Weather
Heavy Rain Threatens Flooding in Ohio Through Thursday
Up to 3 inches of rainfall could lead to flooded roads in Cincinnati and Columbus areas.

Central Ohio Schools Close, Delay Due to Winter Weather Advisory
Snow and slippery conditions prompt school cancellations and delays across the region.
Central Ohio Waterways See High Levels After Storms and Melting
Flooding concerns remain low despite heavy rain and snowmelt
Sports
Charlotte FC Signs Promising Midfielder Aron John on Short-Term Deal
19-year-old academy product joins MLS club from Crown Legacy FC ahead of crucial match

Bruce Thornton breaks Ohio State scoring record as Buckeyes defeat Indiana 91-77 on Senior Day
Senior guard Thornton surpasses Buckeye legend Dennis Hopson as Ohio State's all-time leading scorer in final home game.
Ohio State's At-Large Chances Ahead of Big Ten Tournament
The Buckeyes are in a good spot despite being inconsistent all season long.
Economics
Nearly Half of Ohio Renters Spend Over Half Their Income on Housing
New report shows shortage of affordable rental units across the state, with the crisis most acute in major cities like Columbus.

Ohio's 'Micropolitans' Ranked Best in Nation for Economic Development Projects
Five of Ohio's major metro areas also ranked in the top 10 for the East North Central Region.
Seafood Prices Surge as Lent Begins, Impacting Friday Fish Fries
Rising costs for staples like cod and shrimp challenge churches and community groups hosting traditional Lenten fish fry events.
Lifestyle
Ohio Seeking Nominations for 2026 Natural Resources Hall of Fame
Top conservation honor recognizes lifetime achievements in protecting state's natural resources

JA parents say students "intimidated" during planned walkout
Rumors circulated that school staff blocked doorways and urged students to stay inside instead of participating.
Pediatricians Screening Kids for Reading Skills
Nationwide Children's Hospital leads initiative to detect reading challenges early through routine checkups