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Multiple murder trials are starting in Franklin County this week. Here's what we know.
Four unrelated homicide trials were expected to begin this week in the Franklin County Common Pleas Court, although one was continued on Monday. The cases include a third trial for a woman accused of helping to plan a killing, a shooting inside a popular Far West Side gym and a stabbing death. Juries hearing the cases were expected to be seated on Monday in each case. ...
Heat gives way to severe storms, damaging winds Wednesday in Columbus, NWS says
Summer continues to inch closer, and with it comes an increased chance of stormy days. Wednesday might be one of those days, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington. One or more rounds of storms are possible starting Wednesday night, and some of them may be strong or severe. Damaging winds are...
FBI most wanted suspect from Columbus to appear in federal court
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Columbus man who made the FBI’s most wanted list for charges stemming from swatting calls across the United States will appear in federal court Monday afternoon. Brayden Grace, who was arrested May 16, is accused in multiple swatting calls across the country, including one to Hollywood Casino in west Columbus. […]
Columbus investigates 'nuisance activity' hookah lounge where 3 died in shootings
The Columbus City Attorney is working with the Columbus Division of Police to investigate “nuisance activity” at a hookah lounge that was the site of a shooting Saturday that left three dead and three injured. The city’s Property Action Team works to shut down properties that are unsafe,...
Columbus company targets immigrants to fill open positions, offers English classes at work
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A central Ohio company is teaching its employees how to speak English before their shifts as many new hires are immigrants and cannot speak the language. "Do you think people in central Ohio would be surprised by what's happening in their own backyards when it...
Medicaid fraud scheme: Ohio woman allegedly pilfers $1.5 million
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ohio — A local woman, previously prohibited from serving as a Medicaid health care provider, faces indictment for allegedly defrauding the Ohio Medicaid program once again, according to an announcement today by Ohio Attorney General Yost. Janay Corbitt, 36, has been indicted by a Franklin County grand...
Columbus City Schools could close up to 20 schools. Here's what to know about each of them
This month the Superintendent's Community Facilities Task Force presented a plan where up to 20 possible Columbus school buildings face the possibility of closure under nine different recommended scenarios. While there are nine proposals, some are alternates of each other and the Board of Education may or may not approve...
Man charged in fatal birthday party shooting appears in court
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A 30-year-old man accused of shooting another man during his birthday party in east Columbus made his first court appearance on Monday. Alsiaih Griffin was arraigned in Franklin County Municipal Court after being charged with the murder of 34-year-old Tyler Goins early Saturday morning. Griffin received a bond amount of $1.25 […]
Columbus Weather: Hot start to the week followed by midweek storms
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Good Monday morning! Get ready for the heat! We warmed up to 88 yesterday and we will likely get a little hotter today and tomorrow. MONDAY: Mostly sunny, high 90. TONIGHT: Mostly clear, low 65. TUESDAY: Sunshine & afternoon clouds, stray rain possible, high 90.
Construction worker hit by car, road closed in South Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A portion of State Route 23 was closed Sunday night after reports of a construction worker being hit by a car, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said. The accident happened at approximately 9:08 p.m. on SR-23 just south of the Interstate 270 exit. There, a black 2024 Nissan Pathfinder was heading […]
Easton Town Center suing one of their restaurant tenants
According to documents from the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Easton Town Center is suing one of their restaurant tenants and its owner. Melt Bar and Grilled, along with owner Matthew Fish, is being sued by Easton for over $200,000 according to the court documents. The lawsuit alleges that the grilled cheese restaurant known for mile-high sandwiches missed rent payments and other lease charges.
Authorities ask community for tips to solve 2022 homicide
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police and Central Ohio Crime Stoppers are asking for the community's assistance to solve the case of a homicide from 2022. Police responded to a report of a shooting at the 1000 block of Marland Drive on December 8, 2022. Medics pronounced 37-year-old Branden...
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