A 2.5‑mile protected bike lane on North Fourth Street is nearly finished; crews are wrapping up markings and bollards while temporary no‑parking rules are in effect.

Crawford Hoying wants to remake more than 17 acres along West Wilson Bridge Road into a walkable district of homes, shops, offices and a 290‑room hotel. The rezoning heads to the Worthington planning commission on June 25.

Mount Carmel will close its Franklinton freestanding ER on Aug. 22 and convert the space into a same‑day clinic with extended walk‑in hours.

Mostly clear and cool Tuesday in Columbus, high near 78°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely Thursday night through Saturday; heat returns Monday.

Columbus gas averages fell to about $3.89 per gallon last week, but analysts warn the drop could be temporary amid global volatility and price‑cycling.

Rain and fog this morning with showers and thunderstorms likely through the afternoon. Flood watch and gusty winds could slow the commute.

Sunny Sunday with a high near 81°F, then showers and thunderstorms tonight into Monday. Expect gusty winds and pockets of heavy rain during the overnight hours.

Breezy today with highs near 80°F; heavier rain and 1–2 inches likely late Sunday into Monday, raising the chance of localized flooding.

A local family has pledged about $50 million to help fund a planned 100,000‑square‑foot aquarium at the Columbus Zoo — the largest gift in the zoo’s history.

Sunny and breezy for Juneteenth in Columbus with highs near 78°F. Heavy rain may arrive Sunday night into Monday, with 1–2 inches possible.

A Westerville Kohl’s property sold at auction for $5.8 million, with The Robert Weiler Co. named as the winning bidder. The 99,380‑sq‑ft site carries a Kohl’s lease through 2031.

Senate Bill 273, the Keep Them Safe Act, lets Ohioans voluntarily store firearms with dealers or police during crises. Supporters say it offers a narrow safety option while keeping existing gun laws intact.

House Bill 3 raises fines, allows bus-mounted cameras as evidence and creates stricter penalties for repeat offenders. The measure now goes to Gov. Mike DeWine.