Jeff Wyler Automotive Family Acquires Midwest Auto Group and Launches The Wyler Collection
COLUMBUS, OHIO — JANUARY 14, 2026 — The Jeff Wyler Automotive Family (JWAF), one of the largest privately held automotive groups in the country, today announced the acquisition of Midwest Auto Group (MAG), representing a significant milestone in the company’s growth and a once in a generation opportunity that...
Ohio property tax changes to roll out in phases
Ohio’s new property tax laws are expected to deliver savings over time, with some changes showing up in 2026 and others beginning with bills mailed in 2027 and beyond. Gov. Mike DeWine signed five measures Dec. 19, 2025 according to the Carroll County Auditor's Office. House Bill 186 changes...
Snow emergencies for January 15, 2026 in central Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A blast of winter weather moving into central Ohio prompted some counties to issue snow emergencies on Wednesday night and Thursday morning. With temperatures dropping and moisture blowing off the Great Lakes, counties in the northern and north-central parts of Ohio will be most affected by...
Anti-ICE protesters hold ‘noise demonstration’ in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Anti-ICE protests continued in Columbus on Wednesday, one week after authorities say an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good during an operation in Minneapolis. According to the Department of Homeland Security, ICE agent Jonathan Ross feared for his life and acted in self-defense. In Columbus,...
Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York Face Lake-Enhanced Snowstorm With 12–18 Inches Possible Near Erie...
PENNSYLVANIA – A significant snow event is lining up for northwestern Pennsylvania as a strengthening low-pressure system pushes in tonight, then taps Great Lakes moisture on Thursday—setting the stage for heavy snowfall bands and sharply reduced visibility from the Erie area into Crawford and Warren counties, with...
Four people arrested following Walmart theft, foot chase in Ohio
OHIO — Four teenagers were arrested Wednesday night following an alleged theft at a Walmart store and a brief foot chase involving police in Boardman. According to the Boardman Police Department, officers were dispatched around 7:40 p.m. to the Walmart located at 1300 Doral Drive after reports that several juveniles...
List of Schools Shut Thursday As Snow Storms Hit
Several school districts are reportedly closed on Thursday across the eastern United States as forecasters warn of accumulating snow and slick travel in multiple states, including Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, New York, and West Virginia. The National Weather Service has issued winter weather advisories for...
Where is the $3 billion in property tax relief Ohioans have been promised? The...
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. We’re starting to receive property tax bills in the mail. And while the Ohio legislatures passed five bills to give homeowners billions of dollars in relief, we’re not seeing it yet.
Ohio State Board of Education superintendent announces resignation
OHIO — The Ohio State Board of Education is preparing to fill a key leadership role following the announced resignation of State Superintendent of Public Instruction Paul Craft. According to the Board, Craft informed members during its January meeting that he intends to resign from his position no later than July 31....
Exclusive: Columbus-based restaurant chain lays off a surplus of employees for restructuring
A Columbus-based restaurant chain has laid off an unspecified number of employees at its corporate office as part of a restructuring effort. Condado Tacos confirmed the layoffs to 614NOW. Sources tell us the number of layoffs ranges from approximately 15 to 20 employees. A Condado spokesperson could not confirm the...
