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Scattered showers this morning, then storms likely mid‑afternoon into the evening. Flood Watch in effect through late Saturday night with locally heavy downpours possible.
Hot and muggy Thursday will top out near 91°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely late Thursday night into Friday, with locally heavier rain possible south of I‑70.
Community & Society in ...
Columbus has opened Fire Station 36, a modern four‑bay house on Central College Road funded with bond dollars. City records and a Division of Fire video outline costs and contractors.
Patchy fog will slow Wednesday's commute in Columbus, then give way to highs near 90–91°F. Showers and a localized flood risk return Thursday night into Friday.
Politics & Govt in ...
A federal judge in Columbus granted a preliminary injunction stopping USCIS from enforcing memoranda that paused work permits and green cards for 25 immigrants.
Warm and muggy with a high near 87°F. Isolated storms are possible today; heavier rain and localized flooding risk increases Friday.
Dense morning fog is cutting visibility in Columbus. Scattered storms are likely this afternoon.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Cohen Orthopedic won a national surgical-robotics award as work on the Great Seal Medical Center is set to begin in July.
Scattered storms are likely across Columbus this afternoon and evening, with pockets of heavy rain. Expect highs near 89°F and localized flooding in spots.
Hot, humid Columbus under a Heat Advisory today; afternoon storms could disrupt fireworks and outdoor plans.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 48-year-old Columbus man drowned after being pulled from Nicolet Bay at Peninsula State Park; emergency crews and bystanders attempted life-saving measures. Authorities identified the victim as Bryan V. Stork.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Midday parade closures and nighttime fireworks will limit access in Dublin on July 4; find closures, parking and transit options.
State figures show more than 110 Ohio districts and independent schools list staff authorized to carry firearms after a 2022 law cut the training floor to 24 hours.
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