Columbus family scammed out of $8,000 on Florida vacation rental property
COLUMBUS, Ohio — While summer is basically over, it’s never too early to start planning your next getaway. But an Ohio woman whose dream vacation turned into a nightmare offers a warning. “They’re going after these snowbirds,” said Nancy Moore, a retired teacher. Moore speaks from...
Two people arrested after traffic stop results in drug bust
WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two men are facing charges after a traffic stop in the Warwood neighborhood Wednesday afternoon led to the discovery of illegal drugs. Around 2:30 p.m., a Wheeling Police officer stopped a vehicle near Warwood Avenue and North 11th Street. Police said one of the passengers ran from the...
Body Discovered in Hoover Reservoir Prompts Police Investigation in Westerville Area
Westerville residents and authorities were confronted with a somber reality as a body was found in the Hoover Reservoir on Wednesday morning. According to WBNS, the Columbus Division of Police received a call alerting them to the existence of a body in the water. Upon retrieval, the individual was pronounced...
Hilltop neighborhood shaken by disturbing, offensive spray-painted images
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Residents of the Westgate neighborhood are expressing shock and dismay after offensive graffiti, including a swastika, appeared in a local alley. The graffiti, which also included an obscenity and a picture of a male sexual body part, was discovered a few days ago in an alley.
Less resources available as pandemic rental assistance funding ends
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Tough times are ahead for people struggling to pay their rent, according to one nonprofit leader, as pandemic emergency rental assistance money runs out. NBC4 Investigates is looking into what federal dollars running out means for the community and what resources are still available in...
Police arrest suspects in $100,000+ tool theft investigation
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Police officers discovered a series of thefts from vehicles overnight back on August 20, according to a Columbus Police Facebook post. Officers intercepted a known vehicle linked to the theft, which was filled with stolen tools. Skyler Buckler was arrested for receiving stolen property....
CCS administrator out on $5K bond in connection to husband’s crimes
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — An administrator at Columbus City Schools is out on a $5000 recognizance bond, facing her own set of charges in connection to crimes her husband committed. Marcia Davis, an assistant principal at World Language Middle School, was seen hiding behind her attorney as she faces...
Columbus World War II veteran Moses Eldridge dies at 108
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Moses Eldridge, a World War II veteran who resided in Columbus has died, according to his family. He was 108. Eldridge was born on April 17, 1917, and after attending North Carolina A&T State University, he was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1943, where he worked as a water purifier […]
Ohio man on the run for over a decade arrested in Louisiana
The U.S. Marshals stated that Brooks stole multiple identities while on the run, making the case more challenging.
Ohio sees rise in COVID-19 cases, health experts urge vaccinations
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Local experts are concerned about the rise in COVID-19 numbers amid national vaccine recommendation changes. Earlier this week, the U.S. Health and Human Services Department rolled back recommendations on the COVID-19 vaccine. This comes as the CDC is now reporting Ohio is one of 24 states...
