Emergency crews pulled a boater from a swollen stretch of the Licking River near Staddens Bridge Road; the person later died at Licking Memorial Hospital, and authorities are investigating.

Cool, clear Monday with highs near 76°F. Warming into the 80s late week; storms possible Saturday–Sunday.

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an early-morning hit-and-run on I-670 near Neil Avenue; police say a dark vehicle fled and are asking witnesses to call in tips.

Columbus' outdoor pools reopened this weekend with a $3 admission and cashless entry; four neighborhood pools started the season amid weather delays and staffing updates.

Court records say a Columbus man was charged after two early-morning fires at the same Aberdeen Avenue home; investigators say jealous text messages linked him to the blazes.

A person was critically injured in a Saturday shooting in northeast Columbus; police say a suspect has been identified and investigators remain on scene.

West Jefferson officers assisted Columbus police in locating a vehicle believed to be connected to a reported kidnapping on May 30. Investigators say the probe is active, and details remain limited.

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.

QTS unveiled plans for a $10 billion, 500 MW data center campus on about 902 acres at Van Wert’s mega site, with phased construction through roughly 2032.

Local realtors say scammers are cloning real home photos to create fake Miami Valley rental listings and collect deposits. Verify owners and report suspicious posts.

Dapper Dog Tavern, from Shakers Public House owner Spencer Campbell, opens June 1 at 4057 Broadway in Grove City with a rooftop patio and $1 drafts.

Cole Swindell headlines Hilliard's free Freedom Fest on July 4 with food trucks, a Kid Zone and fireworks at Roger A. Reynolds Municipal Park.