Columbus Breaks Heat Record, Severe Storms & Hail Threat Tonight
Rapid temperature swing and thunderstorms expected in central Ohio
Columbus Schools Approve Bid for Roof Repair
Blue Jackets' playoff odds boosted by Kraken win
Crime
Columbus Police Warn of 'Distraction Burglary' Targeting Homes
Thieves posing as tree service workers steal from homeowner in recent incident

Ohio Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Conduct with 15-Year-Old Student
Jamelah Daboubi, a former teacher at Horizon Science Academy, pleaded guilty to gross sexual imposition and unlawful sexual conduct with a minor.
Former Ohio State President Gee to be Deposed in Strauss Abuse Case
Gee was president during university's quiet 1997 investigation into serial abuser Strauss
Lifestyle
Spacious 4-Bedroom Home in Columbus' King-Lincoln Neighborhood Available for Rent
The modern residence features updated finishes, generous living space, and a convenient location near downtown.

Columbus Home on Bretton Woods Drive Listed for $249,900
3-bedroom, 1.5-bath split-level offers updates and private backyard
Beautifully Updated Single-Level Brick Home in Columbus, Georgia
Spacious layout, warm architectural details, and thoughtful updates throughout this home in the Hunter's Point community.
Sports
Columbus Blue Jackets' points streak under Rick Bowness grows: Takeaways
After downing Seattle Kraken to retain a playoff spot, Columbus Blue Jackets keep playing with swagger for coach Rick Bowness.

Blue Jackets' Cole Sillinger, Kent Johnson end long droughts, key win over Kraken
The Blue Jackets' surge of offense is coming from all points of the lineup, including all four forward lines.
Blue Jackets' Turnaround Under Bowness Sparks Jack Adams Buzz
Columbus has surged up the standings since Bowness took over as head coach in January.
Weather
Severe Storm Risk Rises Across Eastern US as Heat Wave Fuels Potential for Large Hail, Tornadoes
A fast-moving storm system is expected to bring heavy rain and the possibility of damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes to the region.

Extreme Temperature Swings Expected in Columbus Area This Weekend
The National Weather Service forecasts wild weather shifts, including a 50-degree temperature drop.
Northeast Braces for More Snow After Taste of Spring
Wintry weather to return after brief warm-up across the region
Economics
North America's Power Grid Faces Supply Crisis as Demand Surges
Data centers, reshoring, and electrification drive rapid growth, outpacing new generation capacity

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Phasing Out Pennies in Cash Transactions
New bill would require cash payments to be rounded to the nearest nickel
Home Sales Rise, Sparking Optimism for Housing Market
Existing home sales increased in February, hinting at a potential housing market recovery.