Another bear sighting reported in the region; Officials share where it may be going
News Center 7 has received reports of sightings in Clark, Montgomery, Champaign, and Greene counties.
Hidden Histories: Alrosa Villa’s tragic night that shook rock history
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — On December 8, 2004, the Alrosa Villa nightclub in Columbus became the site of a tragic event in rock history. The venue, known for hosting musical acts nationwide, was set to feature Damageplan, including ex-Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell Abbott. YOUTUBE | The Tragic Night at...
Summer Crisis Program Begins July 1
(COLUMBUS) - The Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) and Pickaway County Community Action (PICCA) are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months. From July 1 through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing...
Gov. DeWine faces deadline to sign $60 billion Ohio budget
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Monday is the deadline for Gov. Mike DeWine to sign Ohio's $60 billion budget into law. Key components of the budget include the introduction of a flat tax rate of 2.75% for individuals earning more than $26,000. Additionally, changes to property taxes could affect school...
Ohio school placed on lockdown after unknown person enters building
OHIO — Westbrooke Village Elementary School in Trotwood was placed on lockdown Monday morning after reports of an unknown person entering the building, according to Montgomery County Regional Dispatch. The incident was reported around 9:30 a.m. at the school located on Westford Road. Authorities say there were a few...
Nationwide sweep nets indictments of 13 Ohioans on Medicaid fraud charges
(The Center Square) – Twelve Ohio home health aides and one behavioral health specialist face charges of defrauding Medicaid, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Monday. Yost’s indictments on felony charges of Medicaid fraud and theft came on the same day the federal government announced a $14.6 billion health...
Black Bear sightings increase in Central Ohio; Officials urge caution
The Ohio Division of Wildlife has confirmed multiple black bear sightings across Central Ohio this month, a reminder that while rare, these animals do occasionally pass through the region. On June 10, a black bear was reported traveling through Licking, Franklin, Delaware, and Morrow counties. Five days later, a...
Vote Ohio State Highway Patrol for ‘Best Looking Cruiser’
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is once again competing for the title of “Best Looking Cruiser,” and we need your help to make that happen. The American Association of State Troopers (AAST) “Best Looking Cruiser” contest is an annual competition where state law enforcement agencies submit photos of their...
Two people dead following vehicle crash in Ohio
OHIO — Two people died Saturday evening following a serious car crash in Franklin County. Deputies with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department responded just before 7 p.m. on June 28 to the 27200 block of West Chapel Road after a caller reported a vehicle had struck a utility pole, a tree, and a house. Officials...
Two people arrested following drug bust in Ohio
OHIO — Two people were arrested early Saturday morning after a narcotics-related search warrant was executed at a Lakeview residence. At approximately 1 a.m. on June 28, members of the Logan County Unified Drug Task Force searched a home at 11767 Williams Drive. Franklin Hurley, 47, was arrested on charges of...
