Two men charged with murder after one person dies in north Columbus shootingWSYX ABC66 HOURS AGO
Mom’s Fatal Fall at Ohio State Graduation Was No Accident: CoronerTheDailyBeast1 DAY AGO
Police searching for more people of interest in deadly Waffle House shooting near OSUWSYX ABC62 DAYS AGO
Former Columbus vice officer Andrew Mitchell to be sentenced ThursdayWSYX ABC611 HOURS AGO
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Two men charged with murder after one person dies in north Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Authorities have now identified the victim and two murder suspects in Saturday night's north Columbus shooting. Police said the shooting happened in the 400 block of East 13th Avenue around 8:38 p.m. One man was found by officers there suffering from gunshot wounds, and another...
Local bar & grill enforces a 30 & up only policy
If you’re the type to constantly complain about the loud young people at your local bars, there’s a spot we think you might just love. Donerick’s Pub, located at 3783 S. Hamilton Rd. in Groveport, recently changed their policy so that only those who are 30 & up can frequent their restaurant and bar on Fridays and Saturdays. If you were born after May of 1994, good luck getting into this spot until your 30th birthday.
Mom’s Fatal Fall at Ohio State Graduation Was No Accident: Coroner
The death of a woman who fell from the bleachers at the Ohio State University’s commencement over the weekend is being investigated as an “apparent suicide,” according to preliminary reports from the Franklin County Coroner’s office, reviewed by The Columbus Dispatch. Larissa Brady, 53, was attending her daughter’s graduation ceremony with her husband and 12-year-old son when she told her family she wanted to get a higher seat in the Ohio State stadium. Witnesses reported seeing Brady pass the highest row of benches and climb over the top of the concrete wall at the top. Brady had previously suffered with mental health issues and attempted to end her life earlier this year. The incident went unmentioned by speakers or officials during the three-hour ceremony, disturbing some students who witnessed the fall. The coroner’s office has yet to officially release the cause of death.If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing or texting 988.Read it at The Columbus DispatchRead more at The Daily Beast.
Problem landlord to serve 175 days in jail for failing to maintain rental properties
A Columbus landlord will serve 175 days in jail for failing to maintain livable conditions at his 32 rental properties after the city found numerous violations, including rodent and roach infestations and properties lacking electricity, gas or heat. Joseph Alaura, whom court records indicate resided on Columbus' Far North Side...
20 Columbus City School buildings could face closure. Here's what to know about the plan
The Columbus City Schools Board of Education heard initial recommendations for possible school closures and consolidations Tuesday night from the Superintendent's Community Facilities Task Force. The recommendations include nine different scenarios and a number of possible ways students could be moved around to other schools, either by moving programs, consolidating area schools or...
6-year-old girl with special needs missing in Pike County
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A 6-year-old girl with special needs has just been reported missing. The Pike County Sheriff's Office posted on its Facebook page at about 11 a.m. Thursday that Airies Marie Flanery may have wandered off from her home in Pike County. Airies is described as being...
Man arrested in attempted murder that police say was payback for brother’s death
For a related report on this story view the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A man police believe was twice trying to pay retribution for the death of his brother has been arrested for attempted murder. According to court documents, Columbus police arrested 21-year-old Dillan Bush after an investigation revealed his alleged involvement […]
Former Columbus vice officer Andrew Mitchell to be sentenced Thursday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Former Columbus Police Officer Andrew Mitchell is expected to be sentenced Thursday afternoon. Back in December, Mitchell pleaded guilty to two counts of depriving individuals of their civil rights while acting under the color of law and one count of obstructing justice as part of a plea agreement.
New trial set for man convicted in 2006 murder
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A new trial has been set for a man who has spent nearly two decades in prison. Mentae Humphrey is scheduled to appear in court Thursday for a bond hearing. He was convicted of murder in 2007 and sentenced to 26 years in prison for...
Why sirens kept going off after Franklin County’s tornado warning was over
View the latest forecast in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — As a tornado warning for Franklin County ended last night, sirens warning residents continued to blare in certain areas around Columbus. Multiple central Ohio counties, including Franklin, Delaware and Licking, went under tornado warnings over the course of the evening. As of […]
Walmart that closed in south Columbus is now auctioning off leftover retail merchandise
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Need a new laptop or flat-screen TV?. The Walmart store that closed in south Columbus may be an option for you. ALSO | Walmart Supercenter managers can now make $400,000 annually. The store at 3579 South High Street closed abruptly for underperforming, and now is...
Columbus nonprofit celebrates 50 years of providing affordable, wheelchair-accessible housing
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A nonprofit called Creative Living is celebrating 50 years of service in Columbus. The apartment community near Ohio State's campus provides affordable, wheelchair-accessible housing to people with physical disabilities. Those who work there are focused on fundraising this year to help maintain their mission and to...
Columbus Weather: Severe weather possible again today
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Good Thursday morning! We have high water in spots this morning from a line of very slowly moving storms that moved through the area overnight. Be sure to turn around if you come up to an area of high water covering the road. ALSO |...
Family of four escapes north Columbus home destroyed in overnight fire
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – An overnight fire in north Columbus has destroyed a home early Thursday morning. Multiple crews were called to the 4000 block of Pegg Avenue, just off Olentangy River Road, in the Knolls Thomas neighborhood. There, at around 1:30 a.m., a large house fire raged through the north Columbus home, destroying the […]
Showers & storms returning, slightly drier weather to end off the work week
Clouds and showers have quickly found their way back to Central Ohio after a beautiful setup from the middle of the week. Better chances for storms will move in this evening, but there is some slightly drier weather on the way. A stationary front is draped across our area, mostly...
Police searching for more people of interest in deadly Waffle House shooting near OSU
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Detectives are asking for the public's help in identifying four more persons of interest they want to interview in connection with a shooting near a Waffle House by Ohio State University that left a Georgia man dead. Ronald Diggs, 38, was shot and killed near...
Nine tornadoes confirmed in 4 Ohio counties during Tuesday storms
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The National Weather Service announced Wednesday morning that nine tornadoes touched down in four Ohio counties during Tuesday evening’s severe storms in its preliminary reports. Two tornadoes touched down in Mercer and Auglaize counties in western Ohio in addition to a third tornado in only Mercer County west of Coldwater. The […]
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