Passerby discovers body floating in Big Walnut Creek near State Route 161
BLENDON TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Detectives are working to identify a person found dead in Big Walnut Creek on Friday afternoon, according to Blendon Township Police Chief John Belford. A passerby walking along the creek bank spotted the body in the water at approximately 1:15 p.m. and immediately alerted first...
UPDATE: Almost 2,000 outages after storms with large hail move through region
People are without power after storms with large hail moved through the region on Sunday night.
MCL Restaurants closing locations after 76 years of decline
A beloved Midwest dining institution is getting smaller. MCL Restaurants & Bakery, the Indianapolis-based cafeteria-style chain that has been feeding families across the region since 1950, is closing several locations this month after years of steadily declining sales that the company says are no longer sufficient to...
🚒 Columbus opens new $5M Fire Station 5 in Midland
Columbus Fire and EMS has officially opened its new Fire Station 5 at 6600 Lynch Road in Midland. The department marked the occasion with a traditional uncoupling ceremony, symbolizing the start of service at the new facility.
Columbus weather: Tracking next round of thunderstorms
Skies start off mostly clear, then clouds increase as the day goes on. High temperatures reach near 80. The chance for severe weather returns this evening.
13 Greek Restaurants In Ohio That Will Steal Your Heart
Ohio might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Greek food, but trust me, you are in for a serious surprise. Across the state, from Columbus to Cincinnati and beyond, there are restaurants serving up tzatziki so fresh and gyros so satisfying that you will want to go back the very next day.
Discover Ohio’s Most Dangerous Animals
Ohio is quite well-known for its incredibly rich biodiversity. However, amidst all the beauty, some dangerous animals are lurking around. While many people consider Ohio peaceful, it is important to know about the animals that can be a threat to humans. Whether you are an Ohio resident or a visitor, understanding the...
Parts of I-270, US 33 to close for extended period starting Monday
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Transportation is alerting drivers of long-term closures beginning Monday due to construction projects in Franklin County. Sections of the Interstate 270/U.S. 33 interchange on the southeast side will be closed for 30-90 days as crews resurface the roadways, ODOT said. Here...
2 injured in shooting outside North Linden bar, no suspect in custody
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Two people are recovering Sunday morning after an overnight shooting in North Linden. Just before 3 a.m. Sunday, Columbus Police were called to the 1400 block of Oakland Park Avenue on reports of a shooting outside of a bar. When officers got to the scene,...
Major changes to Ohio cannabis law will take effect Friday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Sweeping changes to Ohio’s voter-approved cannabis law are slated to take effect Friday. Senate Bill 56 will introduce changes like limits on intoxicating hemp and charges for transporting cannabis outside of a car’s trunk or ingesting cannabis in public, including edibles that have been legal...
