A Scioto Analysis report finds Ohio’s Gini at 46.6 and warns the 2.75% flat tax and proposals to swap property taxes for sales levies could increase inequality.

Downtown Columbus will host the Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday; expect road closures, special parking and early start times.

A man wanted in the North Linden road‑rage killing was arrested in Meriden, Connecticut, and is being held on a $4 million bond pending extradition to Columbus.

State agents joined Columbus police at Karric Square in Dublin Thursday as officers executed a search warrant; officials released few details.

Whitehall police doubled patrols Wednesday for a warrant "blitz day" that officials say produced more than 15 arrests across the city.

The Ohio Black Expo's Riverfront CultureFest returns to Genoa Park over Memorial Day weekend with concerts, a parade and 100+ vendors.

Cloudy Thursday with highs near 64°F. Showers likely Saturday; heat spikes to the 90s by Monday.

Louisville-based Wild Eggs is planning its first Columbus restaurant; the brand lists Columbus as "Coming Soon" while trade outlets say openings are expected later in 2026.

Light rain this morning with breezy afternoon winds. A warm front pushes highs into the 80s by the weekend and the 90s early next week.

Columbus budget cuts have put two Urban League youth programs at risk as leaders race to find private donors to prevent immediate service disruptions.

Two armed robberies near Ohio State left students shaken during graduation weekend; police are seeking video and tips as they investigate.

Bucyrus City Schools were closed Monday after police reported an armed, barricaded suspect in the 900 block of East Warren Street. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area while officers worked the scene.

A petition drawing thousands wants Columbus FOP president Brian Steel removed after he called the head of the Columbus NAACP a "poverty pimp." Organizers demand leadership change and a public apology.