Columbus OH

A good chunk of Taco Bell locations in Ohio have been sold. Mas Restaurant Group, a franchisee of Taco Bell restaurants in Houston and Columbus, announced Thursday that it has sold its 43 Ohio locations to Southpaw, an owner and operator of more than 180 Taco Bell restaurants and Dunkin’s in New York, New Jersey, Maryl

STATEWIDE–Colorado-based chicken sandwich chain Birdcall is planning a rapid expansion in the Midwest, with nearly 100 new locations set to open in Indiana, Ohio, Missouri, and Wisconsin. The fast-casual brand, known for its chicken sandwiches, is targeting at least 10 new spots in Indiana, with plans for restaurants i

Building a loyal barbecue following isn’t easy, especially in a state filled with strong local dining traditions. Yet these Ohio smokehouses have managed to do exactly that by consistently serving smoked meats that keep customers returning. Their success comes from more than generous portions; it comes from mastering t

DELAWARE COUNTY, Ohio — People in Delaware County said it feels like new housing developments are popping up on every corner. “What haven't you noticed, right? The whole area just exploded,” said Scott Shonebarger. Scott Sanders, the executive director of the Regional Planning Commission, said companies like Intel...

Lionel Richie has postponed two 2026 tour dates after a health scare in Minnesota. Here's the updated tour schedule, affected concerts, and what ticket holders need to know.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Franklin County Prosecutor's Office announced on Thursday that the case for former sheriff's deputy Jason Meade will be brought back in-house after defense attorneys filed a motion to delay his sentencing. According to Prosecutor Shayla Favor, First Assistant Bob Krapenc will take over the prosecut

PORT CLINTON, Ohio — On the seventh and final celebration of Governor’s Fish Ohio Day on western Lake Erie by Gov. Mike DeWine on Tuesday morning, more than 20 charter boats went out for a morning of walleye fishing. While a couple of days of strong winds and...

Regarding Columbia High School (CHS) Principal Brian Siftar June 17 commentary on his school’s efforts to decrease absenteeism ("Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis. Ohio can help solve it“):. How refreshing to read about a project or method that truly works to keep our students involved and...

A Newark man faces attempted murder charge after police allege in court documents that he fired a gun at multiple people June 21 inside an Etna Township home. A Licking County grand jury on June 24 indicted Norman P. Doran, 47, with one count of attempted murder, two counts of felonious assault, with charge enhancers f

Check your tickets! A winning lottery ticket was sold at a local drive-thru convenience store.