A plane flew a 'Columbus Zoo Sucks' banner over the zoo after a local father said the park's wristband policy harmed his autistic son. The stunt escalated a years-long dispute.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely in Columbus this afternoon and evening, with gusty winds and brief heavy rain possible. Plan for a wet, gusty commute.

A Grove City man is accused of luring a visitor via TikTok to his Parlin Drive home and shooting him after allegations involving his 11‑year‑old daughter. The case is pending.

Ashville residents have asked the Ohio Supreme Court to review a fiscal officer's decision that blocked a referendum on an EdgeConneX data-center deal that includes a gas plant and $102M in community support.

A national Ohio State study finds administrators — not teachers — bear the brunt of parental verbal threats, which rose after pandemic restrictions ended. The paper urges tiered supports and clearer parent communication.

A two-alarm blaze tore through a north Columbus townhome early Tuesday; one person was hospitalized and the cause is under investigation.

Applebee’s has closed its Polaris Parkway restaurant, the local operator said. Staff were reportedly offered transfers to other Columbus locations.

Sheriff Dallas Baldwin acknowledged that jail staff violated his ICE‑detention policy after reporting showed a detainee was held post‑bond and turned over to ICE.

More than 2,000 people will gather at Genoa Park Saturday for Lifeline of Ohio’s Dash for Donation, honoring donors and raising funds for donor‑family aftercare and outreach.

A free two-day festival at Columbus Main Library and Topiary Park this weekend brings more than 200 authors, panels, signings and a busy marketplace.

State agents searched four Springfield stores and removed thousands of unregulated hemp and kratom products amid a months‑long investigation. Officials say the seized goods are now evidence.

Planners want to split the 'Residential: Established' zoning into RE1, RE2 and RE3 to protect single-family areas while allowing duplexes, small multifamily and ADUs in targeted places.

A family-owned Tastebuds Popcorn shop has opened on Broadway in Grove City, offering hundreds of flavors, gift tins and fundraiser-friendly ordering. Owners Monica and Derrick Wilson are running the new storefront.