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Columbus man sentenced in 2024 Far West Side fatal shooting

Columbus man sentenced in 2024 Far West Side fatal shooting

Alejandro Angulo Ramos pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in connection with the September 2024 killing of Jonathan Santiago, 22.
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Shannon Hardin must be kidding? He's an insider and hasn't fought like 'hell' | Letters

Shannon Hardin must be kidding? He's an insider and hasn't fought like 'hell' | Letters

Letters: More like Lake Stupid. Ohio isn't serious about education. Amy Acton is among the best. I panic every month. Shannon Hardin, the insider.
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Man found dead in floodplain believed to be missing Groveport man

Man found dead in floodplain believed to be missing Groveport man

Groveport police believe searchers found Thurman Walker, 75, dead in a floodplain near Big Walnut Creek. He disappeared from his home Aug. 19
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Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

The heat advisory will go into effect at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 and expire at 11 p.m. Sept. 2. The heat index is also expected to hit 100 degrees on Sept. 3.
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Man sentenced for April 2025 road rage shooting on I-270

Man sentenced for April 2025 road rage shooting on I-270

Dewayne Pittman pleaded guilty to felonious assault in connection to the April 2025 shooting that left a man injured.
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Ex-Ohio State RB Maurice Clarett to ring Victory Bell in season opener

Ex-Ohio State RB Maurice Clarett to ring Victory Bell in season opener

Former Buckeyes star Maurice Clarett will ring the Victory Bell at the Ohio State season opener against Ball State.
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Know the signs of heat stroke, exhaustion during Ohio heat advisory

Know the signs of heat stroke, exhaustion during Ohio heat advisory

Ohio is under an extreme heat warning through at least Sept. 3. Here's how to stay cool and safe during dangerously hot weather.
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Why more Ohio parents are taking kids' schooling into their own hands

Why more Ohio parents are taking kids' schooling into their own hands

Homeschooling in Ohio had been growing in popularity since the pandemic. But recent state law changes make it easier than ever for parents.
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Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

All 23 Columbus Metropolitan Library branches are air-conditioned and open to anyone seeking relief as heat index values climb to around 100.
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Ohio wiped out guardrails for homeschooling. It's proving to be popular

Ohio wiped out guardrails for homeschooling. It's proving to be popular

Homeschooling in Ohio had been growing in popularity since the pandemic. But recent state law changes make it easier than ever for parents.
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6-year-old girl shot in Weinland Park area

6-year-old girl shot in Weinland Park area

A 6-year-old girl is in critical condition after a shooting in the Weinland Park neighborhood Aug. 30.
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Columbus saw its 2nd-rainiest August amid tornadoes and flooding

Columbus saw its 2nd-rainiest August amid tornadoes and flooding

Central Ohio faced a brutal August with five tornadoes, record rainfall and flooding that led to many rescues.