You won’t believe the No. 1 dog name in the Columbus area
COLUMBUS — The Franklin County Auditor’s Office has released its list of the most popular and unusual dog names in the county for 2025. The list was created using dog license application data collected by the government office. Bella was the most common name, with 878 dogs registered under that name.
Best Ohio Fried Fish Spots You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Ohio fried fish has a way of turning my weekend plans into a breadcrumb-covered scavenger hunt. I start out saying, “Just one stop,” and somehow end up collecting perch baskets and walleye platters like I am earning a very specific, very crunchy merit badge. If you think the...
This ‘bougie dive bar’ from star Columbus chef officially reopens
The “bougie dive bar” and restaurant concept–which was created by standout Columbus chef Josh Dalton–originally closed in October. Earlier this week, the restaurant took to social media to announce that it had officially reopened. “So… yeah. We quietly opened back up this past weekend — and...
‘We’re still here’: Village Animal Clinic recovers after car crashes into building
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Staff at the Village Animal Clinic are working to recover after a car crashed into the building on the city’s west side Saturday afternoon. The crash happened around 5 p.m., when a vehicle drove through the side of the clinic, leaving significant damage inside the building. Clinic staff say...
15-year-old arrested for Columbus robbery may be connected to other incidents
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A 15-year-old is facing aggravated robbery charges after police say the teen held up a cashier at gunpoint in southeast Columbus. According to investigators, the robbery happened in October along Refugee Road around 1:22 a.m. Police say the suspect entered and exited the store several times...
Columbus teacher accused of inappropriate interactions with former student who was a minor
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus City Schools removed a teacher after allegations of inappropriate interactions with a former Mifflin High School student while that person was a minor. WSYX is not naming the teacher, as they have not been charged. Spokesperson for the district, Michael brown, told WSYX that...
Julian Sayin announcement emerges days after Ohio State put in its place by Miami
Ohio State star quarterback Julian Sayin became the first Buckeyes quarterback since 2021 to be named to the Freshman All-America Team just days after losing to Miami in the CFP
Person killed after driving into concrete barrier in south Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — One person has died following a crash on the south side of Columbus. Columbus Police say that an SUV was traveling on Llewellyn Avenue towards Parsons Avenue just before 5:15 p.m. when it collided with a concrete barrier. The driver was transported to the hospital,...
Police: 18-Year-old Man Charged With Assaulting Worker At South Mountain Restoration Center
An 18-year-old committed to the South Mountain Restoration Center has been charged with aggravated assault after police claimed he “physically attacked” an employee. According to the affidavit, on December 11, 2025, Isaiah Valorie of Franklin County punched the employee multiple times in the head and face, causing a...
62 year old Columbus institution laying of 15% of staff due to ‘funding’ and...
It’s been a rough couple of years for museums, and one of Columbus’ own is feeling the struggle. Although attendance has been increasing at COSI to pre-pandemic numbers, the science museum that’s been an institution here in Columbus since 1964, tax records show that the museum lost about $1.3 million in net income in...
