What’s the Most Mispronounced Word in Ohio?
This seemingly simple seven-letter word, deeply embedded in Ohio's geography and history, is a persistent source of phonetic frustration. From news anchors to tourists to even some long-time Buckeyes, "Cuyahoga" frequently falls victim to mispronunciation. Why "Cuyahoga" Causes So Much Trouble. The primary challenge...
Survey: Ohioans Want More Cannabis Dispensaries
COL.UMBUS – Ohio residents like their cannabis dispensaries and support the construction of more in their communities, whether in new or retrofitted buildings, according to a new survey. Ohioans also had positive opinions on cannabis dispensaries’ impacts in their communities, including economic, environmental and...
Gov. DeWine: Ohio to issue full November food assistance payments
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services announced it will begin distributing full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for November, following updated federal guidance. The payments are expected to begin reaching recipients by the week of Nov. 10, according to a news release from...
Bodycam shows Columbus officers, others roll car off occupant after bus crash
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Bodycam shows the moments police arrived after a bus and car collided last month. The Columbus Division of Police posted parts of the body-worn camera video on Friday that show officers arriving after a COTA bus and a car collided near Parsons Avenue and Byrden Road on October 19, around 12:20...
SNAP benefits pause leaves central Ohioans in need of food assistance
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — SNAP benefits have been on pause for nearly a week, and it’s still unclear when payments may begin again in the midst of the government shutdown. Many people in central Ohio rely on SNAP benefits to provide food for their families, and some are now looking to local nonprofits to help. […]
Wendy’s may close hundreds of locations
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Wendy’s, headquartered locally in Dublin, may end up closing hundreds of locations through the end of the year and into 2026. Interim CEO Ken Cook said on an investor call Friday that the fast-food chain would be working with franchisees to improve profitability, which includes identifying...
Ohio Governor DeWine Announces State Measures to Supplement Food Assistance Amid Federal Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown continues, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has stepped in to update the public on state measures to support families hit by the halt of federal food assistance. With the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on pause, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services...
People Panic And Call Cops When Man Spotted Riding Bull In Ohio Parking Lot
If you’re spotted riding a bull through a parking lot in Pinedale, Wyoming, people may take note. If it happens in Ohio, they call out the cops. That’s what happened Thursday when reports of a man wearing a cowboy hat was spotted on top of a Brahma bull outside of the Tractor Supply Co. in Alliance, Ohio.
One person arrested for making threat toward Ohio school
OHIO — A 19-year-old man is in custody after police said he posted a threat on social media to carry out a shooting at a local school. According to the Kettering Police Department, officers were contacted around 11:30 p.m. Thursday by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, which had received information from the FBI National...
Students, faculty gather on campus in protest of Ohio State’s compliance with Senate Bill...
Protestors gathered at the Thompson statue on Friday. Credit: Jayden Zhu | Lantern Photographer. Protestors encircle the Thompson statue while holding signs on Friday. Credit: Jayden Zhu | Lantern Photographer.
