Columbus OH

Authorities in Ohio say that DNA evidence helped investigators solve a cold case investigation into the 1980 murders of Lynn Vest, and her nephew, Jeremy Pickens, in Columbus. On Jan. 23, Columbus police Sgt Terry McConnell and genealogist Amanda Reno identified Charles William Elliot as a suspect in the 45-year-old...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Investigators say a man was fatally shot after an argument in a parking lot Thursday evening. Columbus police said Jon E. Small, 32, came to a hospital with a gunshot wound around 11 p.m. He died about an hour ana half later. Another person was with him when he was shot, but was uninjured.

The Ohio Department of Transportation will close a lane on I-75 on Saturday to help keep roads safe.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Several sheriff’s offices across Ohio reported phone and internet outages Friday, disrupting non‑emergency communication lines while leaving 911 service intact. In Ross County, Sheriff George Lavender said his office is experiencing an internet outage affecting its landline phones. “For non‑emergency...

NORTH CENTRAL OHIO — This winter storm is going to sneak into north central Ohio like a thief in the middle of the night on Saturday. But it’s not going to take anything. It’s going to give. And give. And give. By the time it packs up...

OHIO — Thousands of Ohio residents are without electricity as cold weather continues to affect parts of the state, according to the latest outage data from PowerOutage.com. As of the most recent update, approximately 2,460 customers were reported without power statewide out of more than 5.36 million customers...

ELYRIA, Ohio (WOIO) - With a snowstorm and sub-zero temperatures on the way, drivers may be tempted to warm up their vehicles, but Ohio law prohibits leaving cars running unattended. In Ohio, leaving a car unattended, unlocked, and with the keys in the ignition is called ‘puffing’ and is against...

TOLEDO, Ohio — Utility officials are warning Ohioans to brace for extremely low temperatures and heavy snow as a powerful winter weather system moves into the region this weekend. Columbia Gas issued a safety advisory Friday, reminding customers to inspect their heating systems and clear outdoor equipment to prevent...

Brunch lovers, get ready. Biscuit Belly is officially coming to Columbus, bringing its Southern-inspired comfort food to 1417 W. 5th Ave.

Dr. Amy Acton is looking to trade her lab coat for the Ohio Governor’s office. A physician, a researcher, and the former Director of the Ohio Department of Health, she was the steady hand during the early days of the pandemic — earning her the JFK Profile in Courage Award.