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Atomic Wings, the Buffalo-inspired wing chain, plans a Columbus restaurant near Ohio State University. The move marks the brand's entry into Ohio and ramps up campus takeout options.
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Ohio Republicans filed a joint resolution to enshrine a photo‑ID rule in the state constitution, triggering a fast legislative timeline and likely legal fights.
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Highs near 90°F this afternoon with gusty southerly winds. Late-day storms—some strong—are possible tonight.
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Columbus has fired head coach Henrik Rydström after 14 league matches. Laurent Courtois is the interim while the club heads into an Open Cup quarterfinal and a World Cup break.
Clear and warm this morning with highs near 90°F and gusty south winds. Strong to possibly severe storms are most likely late Tuesday into early Wednesday.
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.
Community & Society in ...
Downtown Columbus will host the Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday; expect road closures, special parking and early start times.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
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.
Arts & Culture in ...
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.
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