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OHIO — The Fourth of July is around the corner, and firework purchases are rising across the state. With this holiday comes the reminder that some cities have different rules. Fireworks can be a sight to see, but they can also be dangerous if not set off properly. Akron District Chief of Fire Prevention Sierjie Lash em

When I visited Ohio recently, I knew I'd stumble across a bunch of hidden gems. That's what I do, after all. I expected quirky museums, great local restaurants, and maybe a roadside attraction or two. I didn't think the thing I'd still be telling people about months later would be the site of a reported […]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Wine Spectator has recognized 12 Columbus-area restaurants in their 2026 Restaurant Awards, setting them apart for their excellence in wine service. Wine Spectator, a publication that examines the world of wine, unveiled the list of 4,012 Restaurant Award Winners Thursday, who were recognized fo

More than 250 seniors graduated as members of Great River Connections Academy's Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies June 6 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus. Among the graduates is Isiah Ebie of Dellroy. “Each year, commencement serves as a true testament of our graduates’ hard work and accomplishments,”...

Ohio is weighing a $50 million play to get hunters back onto the ground they have steadily lost. Lawmakers are considering a bill that would tap public funds to buy land or lock in access agreements, a move supporters say could reopen hunting territory that has slipped behind “No Trespassing” signs as farms changed han

Drivers and folks working outdoors along the I‑70 corridor could get a quick scare from the sky this afternoon, as forecasters say brief funnel clouds may spin up over the area. These narrow, rope‑like columns often look dramatic from the ground but typically stay off the surface and fade within minutes. Anyone traveli

Ohio families may soon see a major shift in one of the most emotional milestones...

As Columbus continues to grapple with multiple shootings this week, a local mother who turned personal tragedy into a mission is calling on the community to come together to help stop the violence. Rochelle Johnson, founder of JAG Promise (Johnson’s Against Guns), visited the family of 24-year-old Alexis Hill on...

A hot dog sounds simple until someone in Ohio starts taking it personally. Then suddenly it is not just a bun and a quick bite before fireworks. It is chili with a loyal following, a drive-in window with history, a sauce people defend like family property, and one friend saying, “No, seriously, you have to try this pla

ComFest opened Friday at Goodale Park for its 54th run, with organizers glued to the radar as scattered storms threatened to soak stages and stalls. The volunteer-run Community Festival is set to pack the Short North park with local music, food trucks, and arts over three days, and organizers say they will pause perfor