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Longtime Columbus-based company files for bankruptcy, announces 100+ store closures
In 1980, a Columbus-based retailer experimented with a new concept, focused on trendy women’s apparel for 20-30 year olds. Over time, this business expanded to offer men’s clothing too, and it eventually grew to over 500 stores nationwide. Decades later, Express Inc. (once called Limited Express when it was owned by Leslie Wexner’s Limited Brands) and its subsidiaries (UpWest and Bonobos) have voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, reporting nearly $1.2 billion in total debts and $1.3 billion in total assets as of March 2.
See which Family Dollar stores in central Ohio are among those closing around the state
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Six local Family Dollar locations will close after its parent company announced plans to shut down hundreds of stores nationwide. About 600 Family Dollar stores will close in the first half of fiscal 2024, the company announced in March. An additional 370 stores will be shut down as leases expire over […]
Police: At least 10 cars broken into outside Tuttle Mall
COLUMBUS, Ohio — At least 10 cars were reportedly broken into outside the Mall at Tuttle Crossing Monday afternoon. Police say one suspect was detained after a pursuit that ended in downtown Columbus. Officers with the Columbus Division of Police were called to the mall around 4:40 p.m. for...
Huge new food hall with bar and coffee shop slated to open this summer
Soon, there will be a cool new hub for great food, great drinks, and great views. The anticipated The Little Grand Market (previously named The Collective Market during initial planning), a community food hall nestled within Grandview Crossing, announced that they were opening this August on the North side of Dublin Road, East of Grandview Avenue.
Shooting victim rushed to Nationwide Children’s
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A shooting victim was taken to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sunday. According to a Columbus police dispatcher, officers were sent to the 600 block of South Harris Avenue just after 11 p.m. for a reported shooting. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered the shooting happened on the 1300 block of […]
Juvenile hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A child is recovering at Nationwide Children’s Hospital after being shot multiple times on the city’s west side late Sunday night. According to a Columbus police incident report, officers were called to the area of South Central Avenue and West Mound Street after receiving reports of a shooting at 11:07 p.m. […]
Another cold front on the way to Columbus area
Tonight: Clouds increase a bit, not as cold, low 43. Tuesday: Clouds increase, chance showers late, high 65. After a chilly start today, with frost and freeze across much of our area, temps turned out to be quite nice today, a bit below normal, but with tons of sunshine. Tonight, expect clouds to increase a bit, with overnight lows dropping not as cold, into the lower 40s.
Anti violence groups go door to door to give out resources ahead of summer
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — With just a few weeks left of school, the push is happening right now to keep violence from exploding over the summer. Monday kicked off one of many marches over the next few months, to give people resources directly. Homicide numbers in Columbus are down...
Gas prices climb in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The average gas price in Columbus increased by 27.6 cents per gallon in the last week, bringing the average to $3.69 on Monday. According to a weekly GasBuddy survey of 500 local gas stations, the cheapest price per gallon in the area on Sunday was $3.42 and the highest was $3.79.
Rain arrives late Tuesday, then a midweek cool down
We start the day off on a dry note, with increasing cloud coverage throughout the morning and afternoon. Highs warm into the middle 60s today, with breezy conditions. Then later, a cold front moves in, bringing rain with it. These showers arrive during the late-afternoon, early-evening timeframe, before eventually clearing up early Wednesday morning.
Columbus Weather: Another cool day with a chance for rain showers by Tuesday evening
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Frost Advisory is in effect for Sunday morning and Monday morning. Temperatures will drop into the mid-30s this morning and into the lower 30s by Monday morning. Frost development will be possible, so cover or bring sensitive plants inside. SUNDAY: Sun and clouds. Winds: NW...
Former CPD officer accused of killing Donovan Lewis expected in court
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A former Columbus police officer charged with murder is due in court Monday. Ricky Anderson is accused in the 2022 shooting death of 20-year-old Donovan Lewis. The purpose of Monday's court hearing isn't clear, but just last week, Lewis' family filed a lawsuit against the...
Woman accused of stealing over $1,000 worth of items wanted by police
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police are asking for community help in identifying a theft suspect. Authorities say that on March 30, on the 1600 block of Hilliard-Rome Road, a woman left a store without paying for multiple items. The items included over $1,000 worth of jewelry, camping gear...
Newly launched app in Columbus aims to unite people with shared interests
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – As we get older, forming new friendships can become more challenging. Factors like relocation, family responsibilities and professional commitments can keep us from really engaging in the hobbies and activities that we enjoy. To help adults find those connections, two women have launched an app...
OSHP: 15-year-old dead, 2 other teens injured after Highland County crash
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 15-year-old boy is dead and two other teenagers were injured in a crash in Highland County Saturday morning. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the single-vehicle crash happened on state Route 73 near Berrysville Road in Washington Township around 7:20 a.m. A 17-year-old was...
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