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Ohio forms task force after rape kit reporting failures

Ohio forms task force after rape kit reporting failures

Law enforcement, forensic nurses and others will dig into why Ohio police departments aren't reporting rape kit data to the state.
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Free coffee, discounts in Columbus for National Coffee Day

Free coffee, discounts in Columbus for National Coffee Day

From free cups with a purchase to discounted cold brew, here are the National Coffee Day offers available Sept. 29, 2026, around Columbus.
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Franklin Board of Elections rejects challenge to lawmaker's residency in 3-1 vote

Franklin Board of Elections rejects challenge to lawmaker's residency in 3-1 vote

Where Ohio Rep. Ismail Mohamed, D-Columbus, lives was the subject of a 12-hour hearing before the Franklin County Board of Elections on Sept. 28.
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ODOT releases final U.S. 23/I-71 connector route report

ODOT releases final U.S. 23/I-71 connector route report

The Ohio Department of Transportation has released its final report for a potential U.S. 23/I-71 connector route.
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Ohio lawmakers to vote on suspending gas tax for 90 days

Ohio lawmakers to vote on suspending gas tax for 90 days

Ohio lawmakers are poised to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax at the request of two gubernatorial candidates locked in a tight race.
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Ohio high school football schedule Week 7, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

Ohio high school football schedule Week 7, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

See the schedule of Ohio high school football games in the Columbus area in Week 7 of the 2026 OHSAA season.
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Why most Californians are excluded from $500 ACA refunds

Why most Californians are excluded from $500 ACA refunds

Refund checks tied to ACA coverage begin Sept. 30, but most Californians are not eligible.
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Architectural Digest named this coastal town the prettiest in Georgia

Architectural Digest named this coastal town the prettiest in Georgia

Architectural Digest named a coastal Georgia town as the state's prettiest. See which iconic spot made the list.
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Ohio gas tax holiday could cost state $726M

Ohio gas tax holiday could cost state $726M

Ohio lawmakers could spend $726 million to eliminate gas taxes for 90 days amid a push from gubernatorial candidates to ease prices at the pump.
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Ohio fall burn ban starts Oct. 1, but these items should never be burned

Ohio fall burn ban starts Oct. 1, but these items should never be burned

Conditions are ripe in the fall for outdoor fires to get out of control and spark a wildfire, Ohio officials warn.
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Former 'American Idol' singer Caleb Flynn is on trial in wife's killing. He says a burglar did it

Former 'American Idol' singer Caleb Flynn is on trial in wife's killing. He says a burglar did it

A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition “American Idol” is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair
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These 2 Ohio parks rank among best in nation for fall colors

These 2 Ohio parks rank among best in nation for fall colors

Fall colors are expected to be vibrant this year, and Ohio is the only state to have 2 spots rank among the best in the US to view them. See where.