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One dead in shooting on Columbus' South Side

One dead in shooting on Columbus' South Side

Officers responded to a shooting just before 11 a.m. on the 200 block of Betz Road. One person was pronounced dead at the scene minutes later.
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Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Central Ohio, flash flooding possible

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Central Ohio, flash flooding possible

Showers and thunderstorms could bring damaging winds and flash flooding to Columbus with daily storm chances continuing through Aug. 13.
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Former Columbus charter school teacher admits inappropriate relationship

Former Columbus charter school teacher admits inappropriate relationship

Jamelah Daboubi pleaded guilty to two charges on August 10. The teen's mother called police in April 2025 after finding him in Daboubi's car.
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Flash flood warning issued for Franklin County

Flash flood warning issued for Franklin County

A flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington OH at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10.
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Man given life sentence for killing sister, friend at Merion Village bar

Man given life sentence for killing sister, friend at Merion Village bar

A Franklin County jury convicted Joseph Howard, 22, of multiple counts connected to the Sept. 13, 2023, shooting deaths of Tavia Copley and Taya Mollette.
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Columbus weighs future of Flock cameras amid mounting criticism

Columbus weighs future of Flock cameras amid mounting criticism

Supporters and critics square off as Columbus City Council reviews Flock camera technology and its future.
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Fire heavily damages Columbus church, lightning strike suspected

Fire heavily damages Columbus church, lightning strike suspected

Firefighters responded to a fire at the Cherry Creek Church of Christ on Columbus' Far West Side just before 4 a.m. Aug. 10. No injuries were reported.
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Officer treated at hospital after Columbus shooting involving man with 2 guns

Officer treated at hospital after Columbus shooting involving man with 2 guns

Columbus police standoff with male with 2 guns sends one officer to hospital.
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Ohio is the new top state for business. Here's why | Column

Ohio is the new top state for business. Here's why | Column

Author Rick Platt explains why Ohio is now a magnet for major growth.
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Front Street bridge construction to wrap up in 'a couple of weeks,' ODOT says

Front Street bridge construction to wrap up in 'a couple of weeks,' ODOT says

Construction on the Front Street bridge in downtown Columbus to be completed in 'a couple of weeks,' ODOT says.
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Work starts on first part of 38-building multifamily complex near OSU Airport

Work starts on first part of 38-building multifamily complex near OSU Airport

A Cleveland developer has broken ground on the first part of its plans for what will be a 38-building multifamily community with nearly 500 residences.
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Vermont Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

Vermont Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

The Vermont State Police are requesting public assistance in locating Amanda White, a 34-year-old woman from the Grand Isle and Franklin County area. White has not been in contact with her family for several days, prompting concerns for her well-being. Although there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the police are urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to contact the St. Albans Barracks or submit a tip online. The case highlights the importance of community involvement in locating missing persons and ensuring their safety.