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Columbus man pleads guilty to killing a woman, wounding 2 in July 2020 shooting
A Columbus man pleaded guilty Tuesday and was sentenced to an indefinite term of at least 20 years in prison for his role in a July 2020 shooting that left one woman dead and wounded two others, the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office announced Tuesday. Anthony Humphrey Jr., 22, of the...
Tornado watch issued for Columbus, central Ohio as severe storm threat looms, NWS says
After a few sunny and clear days in Columbus, Mother Nature has decided to bring some April showers and even possible tornadoes. The National Weather Service in Cleveland issued a tornado watch for Columbus and large parts of Ohio and Indiana until 7 p.m. early Wednesday afternoon as severe storms move into the...
Third wanted suspect in Arlington Park murder believed to be armed and dangerous
For an earlier report on this story view the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Police have identified and are searching for a third suspect in connection to a north-central Columbus murder that occurred one week ago. According to court documents, an investigation revealed that Sheleeah Foggie, 32, was allegedly involved in the murder […]
Man accused of impregnating 18-year-old relative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A Columbus man has been arrested amid accusations that he impregnated an 18-year-old relative. Brandon Gregory Cuckler, 38, has been charged with sexual battery. According to his arrest report, Cuckler, who is married, admitted to a social services worker that he was the father of...
Local gourmet fried chicken restaurant quietly closed a location
An East-side fried chicken spot known for drumsticks, wings, and Southern-style sides like mashed potatoes and collard greens, quietly closed one of their locations. The Crispy Coop opened a Pickerington location in March of 2021 at 1510 Cross Creeks Blvd., and 3 years later, the franchisees permanently closed the doors, according to The Crispy Coop.
Parents accuse Hilliard City Schools of forcing female student to identify as male
A group of parents who sued Hilliard City Schools in January 2023 to prohibit discussions of sexual matters with students and to keep teachers from wearing badges showing support for LGBTQ+ students updated their complaint this month to claim the district coerced a female student to identify as male. In the amended complaint...
Ohio Pizzeria known for viral peanut butter and banana pizza eyeing food truck, could come to Columbus
An Ohio pizzeria known for its extreme pies is hoping to launch a food truck next year, and Columbus could be on its list of stops. Roscoe’s Pizza, which is located about an hour south of Columbus in Corwin, Ohio, opened in 2020, and has gone viral for a number of pizzas, including The Elvis (which combines peanut butter, cheese, bananas and honey) and the Charred Grippos Pizza.
Toledo man sentenced to decade in prison for armed robbery in Columbus
Juarvez Reemos Juan Whitfield-Neeley, 25, of Toledo, was sentenced in U.S. District Court recently to 121 months (10 years and one month) in prison for armed robbery. According to court documents, in March 2020, Whitfield-Neeley shot three people during two separate robberies. “For the sake of a few dollars, Whitfield-Neeley...
Authorities serve felony warrants, arrest 2 near Grove City
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Two suspects are in police custody after a barricade situation near Grove City on Tuesday morning. Columbus police were serving felony warrants on two people at the Collier Apartment Complex just before 10:30 a.m. on Monday morning. The suspects refused to come out, and a...
Residents, businesses make adjustments after weekend window-smashing spree
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Dozens of people enjoying time out and about on Saturday afternoon came back to find their car windows smashed. The crimes took place in Clintonville and western parts of the city. According to Columbus Police, nearly 20 people had their cars vandalized at the Rusty Bucket on North High Street. “Be […]
KeyBank leaving namesake downtown Columbus office tower along with Ohio Auditor's Office
The KeyBank building in downtown Columbus is losing tenants, including KeyBank and another anchor, after problems with the new owner that include threats of electricity being cut off. KeyBank is planning to move its office workers from the building at 88 E. Broad and 3rd streets that bears its name while keeping...
Rain, storms and mild midweek temps for Columbus area
It has been the warmest day of the year today with highs back into the lower 80s as a weak warm front has meandered its way north though our area. Expect a few isolated pop up showers mainly south this evening, but as a system to our west approaches we will see rain chance and storm chances increasing into Wednesday. Overnight, expect clouds to increase with chances of rain and a few rumbles late, and lows in the lower 60s.
Columbus Metropolitan Library to begin construction on Linden branch
COLUMBUS, Ohio — After being delayed for two months due to “unforeseen circumstances,” the Columbus Metropolitan Library announced construction of the Linden branch begins Wednesday. The current branch at 2223 Cleveland Ave. was originally slated to close for construction on Feb. 17, but it was delayed. The...
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