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Columbus man struck, killed by vehicle on I-71 in Morrow County

Columbus man struck, killed by vehicle on I-71 in Morrow County

Brandon Miller, 38, was struck by a vehicle while standing in the northbound lanes on Interstate 71, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
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Another Columbus officer under investigation for Flock misuse

Another Columbus officer under investigation for Flock misuse

Columbus police relieved a second officer of duty amid an ongoing audit into potential misuse of license plate cameras.
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Kia, Hyundai agree to $1 million settlement with Columbus for car thefts

Kia, Hyundai agree to $1 million settlement with Columbus for car thefts

The City of Columbus said Kia and Hyundai sold vehicles without proper anti-theft technology, prompting car thefts and draining police resources.
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Columbus paused using Flock cameras. They're still everywhere

Columbus paused using Flock cameras. They're still everywhere

Columbus could walk away from a controversial surveillance tool. It doesn't matter. Hundreds of the cameras blanket central Ohio.
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Columbus Police Officer Relieved of Duty Amid Flock Technology Misuse Probe

Columbus Police Officer Relieved of Duty Amid Flock Technology Misuse Probe

The Columbus Division of Police has relieved Officer Stephen O’Brien, a veteran of 32 years with the department, from duty. This action comes as the division investigates potential misuse of Flock technology. The police stated that their ongoing review of how personnel have utilized Flock technology uncovered evidence suggesting O’Brien's possible misuse. He will remain off duty while the investigation proceeds. This development is part of a broader review by the Columbus Division of Police into the appropriate use of Flock technology by its officers.
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Starbucks confirms two Columbus stores will close this week

Starbucks confirms two Columbus stores will close this week

Starbucks confirmed its Easton Town Center and Short North coffeehouses will close later this week as part of a broader round of closures.
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AEP Ohio to Rebrand as Ohio Power Company Starting October 1

AEP Ohio to Rebrand as Ohio Power Company Starting October 1

AEP Ohio to Rebrand as Ohio Power Company Starting October 1
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Ohio high school football scores for Week 6 in Columbus area

Ohio high school football scores for Week 6 in Columbus area

It's Week 6 of Ohio high school football in the Columbus area. Here are OHSAA final scores.
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Tuberculosis care in Columbus evolved from an open-air camp to hospitals

Tuberculosis care in Columbus evolved from an open-air camp to hospitals

Before being released from the tuberculosis hospital in Columbus, patients had to have three negative tests which were done on live guinea pigs.
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Footage shows tense interaction between county commissioner, Columbus PD

Footage shows tense interaction between county commissioner, Columbus PD

Franklin County Commissioner Erica Crawley says concert security and Columbus police unfairly targeted her and her group at a July 2 concert.
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Prison, $578,000 repayment for Ohio man in international rental car scheme

Prison, $578,000 repayment for Ohio man in international rental car scheme

A Westerville man must pay $578,221 after admitting his role in a rental car theft scheme.
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Park Service Coffee finds a new home at Metsi's in the Short North

Park Service Coffee finds a new home at Metsi's in the Short North

The beverage menu for the daytime cafe will include a full espresso bar, drip coffee, pour overs, cold brew, chai, loose-leaf tea and matcha.