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Flood warnings remain in effect in parts of central Ohio

Flood warnings remain in effect in parts of central Ohio

Flood warnings remain in effect in parts of central Ohio after overnight storms brought heavy rain and tornado threats.
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Flood watch issued for central Ohio after storms, 'damaging winds' forecast

Flood watch issued for central Ohio after storms, 'damaging winds' forecast

Central Ohio is under a flood watch through the morning of Aug. 16 as heavy rain and severe storms threaten the region again.
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A Franklin County court temporarily closed after heavy rain damage

A Franklin County court temporarily closed after heavy rain damage

Franklin County Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court is closed Monday due to water damage from recent heavy rain.
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Officer involved shooting reported at Sharon Wood Metro Park

Officer involved shooting reported at Sharon Wood Metro Park

An officer-involved shooting was reported at a Columbus-area metro park on Aug. 15.
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Columbus City Schools returning Aug. 20 despite storm damage

Columbus City Schools returning Aug. 20 despite storm damage

Columbus City Schools says it is still on to start school on Aug. 20 after devastating storms damaged schools and neighborhoods across the city.
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Condado to give 600 people free weekly tacos for a year

Condado to give 600 people free weekly tacos for a year

The Columbus chain says its giveaway is "a heartfelt thank-you to the hometown fans who helped build the brand." It now has restaurants in 10 states.
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Weather service releases new details on EF1 tornado in south Columbus

Weather service releases new details on EF1 tornado in south Columbus

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado with 100 mph winds struck south Columbus Aug.11.
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Woman, 55, killed in Delaware County shooting

Woman, 55, killed in Delaware County shooting

A man called 911 just after midnight Aug.14 saying his wife had been shot, the sheriff's office said. She died at a hospital hours later.
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You’re Nuts: How many Ohio State players will record a 30-point game this season?

You’re Nuts: How many Ohio State players will record a 30-point game this season?

How many guys are capable of going off for 30?
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Two men, victim's daughter arrested in death of Delaware County woman

Two men, victim's daughter arrested in death of Delaware County woman

The Delaware County Sheriff's office arrested two men, as well as the victim's daughter, after a 55-year-old woman was shot early Aug. 14.
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Columbus Police Investigation: Pursuit and Shooting Leave One Dead, Another Injured

Columbus Police Investigation: Pursuit and Shooting Leave One Dead, Another Injured

A police investigation in Columbus, Ohio, involving four separate crime scenes has resulted in one man's death and another's injury. The Columbus Police Department, along with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, is handling the case, which began with a pursuit and shooting near downtown Columbus. Officers responded to gunfire around 2:30 a.m. last Monday, witnessing two individuals exchanging shots. The pursuit led to East Livingston Street, where police discovered 55-year-old Deon Coley unconscious on the road. He later succumbed to his injuries. The investigation is ongoing as authorities piece together the events leading to the incident.
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Putin Threatens Reciprocal Seizures of Foreign Vessels Amid Maritime Tensions

Putin Threatens Reciprocal Seizures of Foreign Vessels Amid Maritime Tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning of potential tit-for-tat seizures of foreign vessels in response to what he describes as acts of piracy by Western nations. During a visit to the Russian Far East, Putin addressed his Pacific Fleet commanders, highlighting the seizure of Russian vessels by Western countries as a violation of International Maritime Law. He emphasized that Russia might reciprocate these actions in any maritime region deemed necessary, including the Pacific. This development follows previous statements by Russian officials about the need to respond firmly to Western maritime actions.