An armed suspect remains at large after a Licking County domestic-dispute shooting that left two people injured.

A woman was critically injured in a Saturday night shooting on the 1000 block of Oakwood Avenue in south Columbus. Detectives from the felony assault unit are investigating.

Court filings say 36-year-old Malcolm Hunter, a registered sex offender, was charged with rape and grooming after a 16-year-old reported an alleged March 13 assault in Madison Township.

Cloudy morning with highs near 72F. Strong storms possible Monday night into Tuesday.

Two people were shot early Saturday on the 900 block of Scott Street in Columbus, one is in critical condition and police are seeking tips.

The 30th Market Street Festival returns Saturday, May 2, with music, a car show and more than a hundred craft vendors in downtown Columbus.

A 33-year-old motorcyclist, identified as Joshua Pagett, died April 24 after a minivan failed to yield on Farmers Road near Murphy Road, state troopers and local reports say.

A 15.9‑mill fire levy on Tuesday's ballot would cost about $557 per $100,000 and could reopen the Frank Road firehouse if approved.

Gahanna Energy Plus has saved residents more than $923,000 since 2024 while keeping a 100% renewable default. Officials say a new aggregation rate takes effect June 1, 2026.

Spring is the best time to find and destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses; simple scraping into soapy water can blunt summer infestations. Experts and state guides explain safe removal and when to call a pro.

The former Hot Chicken Takeover at 109 N. Hamilton Rd in Gahanna will reopen as DHC Chicken, with a soft opening planned the week of April 27.

Cloudy Saturday with a few morning showers and highs near 72°F. A stronger round of storms may arrive Monday night into Tuesday.

Police are investigating after a bus driver reported seeing someone armed near a Columbus City Schools depot early Friday. No injuries were reported as officers checked the scene.