An early‑morning shooting on the 900 block of E. 22nd Ave left a person in critical condition, police say. Detectives are canvassing the area for witnesses.

A Zanesville landlord pleaded guilty after prosecutors say he tried to trade eviction relief for sexual acts; sentencing is pending.

The Columbus Symphony will mark America’s 250th with a free concert and fireworks at Columbus Commons on July 4. Tickets are free but required.

A local developer plans to turn the vacant Chase at 4056 E. Main into La Volta, a sit‑down Italian with retail and a few apartments while adding parking. City and developer materials say the design keeps the bank shell.

A Franklin County grand jury returned a "no bill" in the Grove City barricade shooting from October. Jurors declined to indict the officers involved after reviewing the case.

A brief west-side barricade ended when U.S. Marshals say Ronald Fields surrendered and was arrested at 2711 South Warren Avenue.

Lawmakers rolled out Senate Bill 450, a nearly $4 billion capital package that earmarks funds for schools, parks, colleges and community projects across Ohio. Committees will review the bill in the weeks ahead.

Clear start, highs near 77°F today. Dry through Thursday; warmer with showers possible Friday–Saturday.

A 19‑year‑old died after a three‑vehicle crash Friday on State Route 309 in Claridon Township. Troopers say the sedan was turning left when it was struck and the driver was ejected.

A bicyclist was killed Friday in Milo‑Grogan after being struck by two vehicles; one driver fled southbound on Cleveland Avenue, police say.

Yabo's Tacos has opened at Evans Farm in Lewis Center with build‑your‑own tacos, margaritas and weekly specials including Taco Tuesday and $2 canned beers.

Worthington Steel secured $1.4 billion to fund its takeover of Germany's Klöckner, clearing final regulatory hurdles ahead of a likely June 3 close.

Crain's reports the Haslams are selling a minority stake in the Columbus Crew to Nationwide Insurance. Nationwide already backs the city's new NWSL club.