Incidents of cars into buildings seems to be climbing in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Within the last month alone, NBC4 has reported on several cars crashing into buildings in Columbus, sparking a big discussion on social media. Columbus Police Sgt. James Fuqua shared statistics from the last three years. So far in 2025, 67 cars have crashed into buildings in Columbus. Last...
List: 2025 July 4th fireworks, Independence Day celebrations in central Ohio
Cities across central Ohio are gearing up for July 4th fireworks, with events including live music, food trucks, and children's activities, and culminating in a spectacular fireworks display.
Massive $250 million, three-mile Columbus sewer tunnel project reaches destination with a bang
Columbus construction crews achieved a massive breakthrough — quite literally — on Wednesday when an excavation machine penetrated the final stretch of a massive three-mile long sewer overflow tunnel. The machine bored through a concrete wall at the bottom of a 50-foot hole near Tuttle Park just before...
Whitehall police welcome drone to the force: ‘It is meant to be a first...
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Whitehall Division of Police has a new drone on the force, giving officers a bird's-eye view that they say are helping them fight crime. “It is meant to be a first responder, so if we have some sort of priority call, we can deploy the drone while officers are being dispatched,” said Sgt. Chad...
Grandparent crash course at OhioHealth gains traction as day care costs rise
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the cost of child care continues to rise and day care waitlists grow longer, more families are turning to a familiar and trusted solution: grandparents. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 2.7 million children in America are currently being raised by their grandparents — a number that...
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Weapons Conviction in Pickaway County
PICKAWAY COUNTY, OH – A man arrested during a multi-agency drug interdiction operation along U.S. Route 23 has been convicted and sentenced to prison following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of drugs and a firearm. Ryan H. Foster, 47, of Otway, Ohio, was found guilty of...
Police Investigating Vid of Lil Scrappy Stage-Crasher Falling on Head
Lil Scrappy's recent performance in Columbus, OH hit a snag when a man rushed the stage, only to get knuckled before he bucked -- and police are now investigating the case!!!
OSU announces premium seating, honoring fallen nurses and confusion delayed response in train derailment
Good morning, Columbus. Here's what you need to know today. Another hot day is in the works for this Wednesday. Highs will reach the upper 80s for most of the state. We will also notice a breezy southwest wind, a bit more humidity, and a hazy sky once again. Later in the day and into the evening, a few gusty...
Carhartt set to open new store in Easton on Thursday
Columbus, Ohio (WSYX) — Carhartt has announced the opening of its new store in Easton. The store will open its doors on Thursday, June 5, and is set to create more than 20 jobs in the local community. To mark the grand opening, the first 1,000 customers who are...
Columbus Police Seek Public Help to Identify Suspects in Felonious Assault on Ottis Ct.
The Columbus Division of Police is actively seeking the public's assistance in identifying two individuals linked to a recent felonious assault, as stated in a video post on their social media platform. According to the Columbus Division of Police's official Facebook page, the assault occurred last week. It resulted...