Friday, November 6, 2026
Columbus
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Health ·
The Franklin County Coroner's Office reported five suspected overdose deaths since Tuesday. Columbus Public Health warned drugs not from pharmacies may be laced.
Public Safety ·
Columbus Police First Assistant Chief LaShanna Potts faces an investigation after her gun was found in an Ohio Department of Public Safety restroom, police confirmed.
Elections ·
Columbus voters approved Issue 9, which will expand City Council from nine to 13 members.
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Schools ·
Ohio State University will keep Leslie Wexner's name on campus buildings after its interim provost declined a further review.
Health ·
Columbus Clinic Host Group and Remote Area Medical will host a free medical, dental and vision clinic Saturday and Sunday at East High School.
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Housing & Homelessness ·
Conserve Ohio filed a petition for a Columbus charter amendment that would prohibit data centers using more than 25 megawatts of power.
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Housing & Homelessness ·
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) -- Central Ohio voters made their distaste for large developments, particularly data centers, known on election night by approving all five local ballot measures that limit data center construction.
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Public Safety ·
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Over four years since the death of Donovan Lewis, the ex-officer who shot and killed him was in court for a sentencing hearing in a Columbus court room Wednesday morning.
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DevelopingPublic Safety ·
Columbus police said one person was pronounced dead at a Yorkland Avenue apartment after a Friday morning shooting, at 5:25 a.m.
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DevelopingWeather & Environment ·
A string of power outages is disrupting life for some Westerville-area residents.
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Public Safety ·
Detectives are seeking 16-year-old Jaycier C. Armstrong, who has a warrant for his arrest and is charged with murder, aggravated robbery and felonious assault.
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Elections ·
Voters rejected the Madison Township police levy on Tuesday's ballot, while the fire department levy passed with 56% for and 43% against.
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Elections ·
Gov. Mike DeWine said he is in communication with Governor-elect Amy Acton, and hosted Acton and her husband Eric at the governor's residence in Bexley.
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Housing & Homelessness ·
She is available at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.
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Public Safety ·
Christian Houchins, 34, surrendered to police and appeared in court facing a murder charge after two women were shot Wednesday morning in the Milo Grogan neighborhood.
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Public Safety ·
A person riding a COTA bus last week had a cellphone stolen and a gun pointed at them when they tried to chase down the suspect, according to Columbus police.Th
Public Safety ·
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A Columbus woman who pleaded guilty in a southwest Columbus shooting that left one person hospitalized in April 2024 was sentenced to five years of community control, according to court records.
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Transit & Streets ·
State Sen. Bill DeMora introduced a bill setting statewide rules for e-bikes and e-scooters, including fees, safety courses, speed limits and age limits.
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Business & Economy ·
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Yellow Springs Brewery announced it will close its Clintonville taproom this week, the latest in a series of local breweries shutting down this year.
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Business & Economy ·
Dublin-based Wendy's reported its seventh consecutive quarter of declining sales on Thursday, Nov. 5, citing fewer customers and rising costs.
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Business & Economy ·
According to the brand's website, Moe's Southwest Grill has closed its Dublin restaurant at 700 Hospital Dr. One Central Ohio Moe's location remains.
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Business & Economy ·
Land-Grant Brewing Company acquired the Nocterra brand and Powell taproom, planning to reopen the taproom later this month.
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Business & Economy ·
Wolf's Ridge Brewing will open Wolf's Den, a craft cocktail lounge inside the Worthington Inn at 649 High St., on Friday, November 6.
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Business & Economy ·
GAHANNA, Ohio (WCMH) – A bookstore featuring literary-inspired candles will soon open its doors in Gahanna. The Bibliophile Candle Co. is preparing to relocate from 5454 N.
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Weather & Environment ·
City leaders broke ground Thursday on the 8.9-acre Greenleaf Park near Brown Road, after residents raised concerns about an NWSL training facility deal.
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Around Town ·
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A new campus in Franklin County is aiming to give children entering protective custody a safe place to stay while getting the support they need. Lt. Gov.
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Schools ·
At an Oct. 22 University Senate meeting, Tristram McPherson presented a report on academic freedom concerns about the Salmon P. Chase Center.
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Schools ·
Ruby Silva hesitated before posting “I am Jane Doe” on social media.
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Health ·
The Stynchula Foundation, which has supported people with autism and their families for over 25 years, plans to grow.
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Health ·
A Central Ohio caregiver is expanding support for families caring for loved ones through the Caring for the Caregiver Expo.