Decades-Old Columbus Horror Cracked Open: DNA Sleuths Pinpoint Suspect in 1980 Double Homicide
After 45 long years, an unsolved Columbus homicide case has finally seen a significant breakthrough courtesy of modern DNA technology. In the autumn of 1980, Lynn Vest, aged 23, and her two-year-old nephew, Jeremy Pickens, vanished after stepping out to perform everyday errands. Tragically, their lives were cut...
Level 3 Emergencies across Ohio Valley; Sheriff urges calls for power loss
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — In Ohio, ODOT workers are not the only ones out on the roads right now; city and county workers are doing their best to clear pathways so you can safely hit the road. However, as of right now, most areas are on a level three,...
Multiple schools across Ohio announce closures for Monday
OHIO — A powerful winter storm that has dropped heavy snow and brought dangerously cold temperatures across much of Ohio has led to extensive school closures and adjustments for Monday, January 26, 2026. With many communities under winter weather warnings, local officials have moved quickly to cancel classes and...
Columbus man accused of threatening ICE agents on X
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Columbus man is facing federal charges after allegedly threatening United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Ohio, agents from Homeland Security Investigations were alerted to alleged threats made to ICE...
Travel banned in multiple Ohio counties, drivers subject to arrest
OHIO — Widespread winter weather continues to impact Ohio, prompting multiple county sheriffs to declare snow emergencies across the state as road conditions deteriorate and travel becomes increasingly dangerous. As of Monday, several counties have been placed under Level 3 snow emergencies, the most serious...
Suspect allegedly found with weapons, body armor at Columbus airport facing federal charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A man arrested, who was found near the new John Glenn International Airport Terminal construction area with weapons and ammunition, is now facing federal charges. According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Ohio, 40-year-old William Griffith, who was charged with...
Troopers respond to crashes and stuck vehicles as snowstorm hits Ohio
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported increased activity on roads across the state Monday, as troopers responded to numerous crashes and assisted stranded drivers. According to the patrol, incidents began early, with several calls for service coming in shortly after 6 a.m. Crews have been active throughout the day,...
Heavy snow continues across Ohio, major impacts being felt on roadways
OHIO — Widespread and heavy snow continues across Ohio today. We've already seen reports this morning of 7-8 inches of snow in spots, and will continue to fall throughout the day, with snowfall rates at times of 1-2 inches per hour. Winter Storm Warnings remain in effect Sunday, with...
Will Ohio State have a snow day Monday? Here is what the university considers...
The National Weather Service released a winter storm warning for this weekend, expecting eight to 12 inches of snow between Saturday morning and Monday at noon. Ohio State has cancelled classes 20 times since 1978 due to severe weather, could Monday be the 21st?
ODOT provides new winter storm update
OHIO. (WSAZ) - Salt trucks and plows have been going since Saturday throughout Ohio. Mikaela Bruning with the Ohio Department of Transportation joins us live with an update on what they’re seeing on the roads.
