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WASHINGTON — Taco Bell is preemptively and voluntarily removing some produce items from their menu at select locations as the multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak is investigated. In recent days, local and national news outlets reported that signs popped up at some Detroit-area Taco Bell locations saying the restaurants

The state of Ohio is seeking after-the-fact federal authority to acquire a 43.2-mile rail line between North Warren and Ashtabula, more than four decades after the line came under state ownership. The state filed a verified notice of exemption with the Surface Transportation Board covering USRA Line No. 714, which...

The invasive red swamp crayfish is wandering into Central Ohio backyards and patios — but it's not the scariest crustacean staring at us. Why it matters: Invasive species harm natural ecosystems by pushing out native life, spreading disease and harming vegetation — if uncontrolled, that can affect our waterways. And mo

Few wildlife encounters in Ohio feel as unusual as stumbling across a noisy gathering of crows surrounding a single spot on the ground. The scene may unfold beside a suburban street in Columbus, near a cornfield outside Lima, or under a row of trees in a Cleveland park. A dead crow lies below while dozens of living cro

Ricky Shamar Coleman is charged in a deadly shooting that happened Saturday on 22nd St. Court documents say that officers arrived to the area of South 22nd Street on a report of someone shot July 11. Upon arrival, they found a man laying in the street with an apparent gunshot wound to his torso. The man was later prono

Ohio knows how to feed a craving, but sorting legendary spots from overhyped stops can feel like choosing dessert before dinner – thrilling, slightly reckless, and best done with guidance. So we hit the road, loosened our belts, and compared old-school icons, waterfront stunners, smoky barbecue havens, and polished...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — For the first half of 2026, Columbus police reported fewer homicides than the first half of 2025, but that trend has changed. As of July 14th, there have been 45 homicide victims in 2026. There were also 45 homicides victims from January 1 to July 13 in 2025.

The Siders family was arrested last week after 16 children were found in a squalid Ohio home, while the grandfather was released from prison over his health

Ohio takes its hot dogs very seriously, and one bite will show you why. From tiny roadside stands to legendary neighborhood favorites, these places have built loyal followings that stretch across generations. People happily drive for miles just to grab their favorite chili dog, Coney, or fully loaded specialty creation

A new study from BonusJet has found that Pennsylvania is the luckiest state for Powerball jackpot winners, with December being the luckiest month to buy a ticket in the Keystone State, while Ohio has had 10 wins since 2003, with June and July tied as the state's luckiest months.