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As CCS' five-year picture slightly improves, tough questions still loom

As CCS' five-year picture slightly improves, tough questions still loom

After $50 million in cuts last year, Columbus City Schools may still faces tough decisions in the future despite revenue growing faster than expenses.
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Southwest-inspired Blacklick estate with saloon debuts on market at $3M

Southwest-inspired Blacklick estate with saloon debuts on market at $3M

This 9,700-square foot-estate brings Southwestern flair to central Ohio, complete with a pool and pool house, two screened porches and a saloon.
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Bexley High School ranks 8th in Ohio, per U.S. News & World Report

Bexley High School ranks 8th in Ohio, per U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-27 Best High Schools ranking. Where do central Ohio schools rank?
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Ohio high school football schedule Week 1, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

Ohio high school football schedule Week 1, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

See the schedule of Ohio high school football games in the Columbus area in Week 1 of the 2026 OHSAA season.
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After Vinton County child abuse case, Ohio eyes foster care caps

After Vinton County child abuse case, Ohio eyes foster care caps

Two state lawmakers are pushing a bill that would create caps on how much counties pay for kids in foster care.
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Suspect in Genoa Twp. officer-involved shooting died by suicide, video shows

Suspect in Genoa Twp. officer-involved shooting died by suicide, video shows

A sexual assault suspect whom police were about to arrest died by suicide at the scene, according to Genoa Township police.
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UConn, Kansas games highlight Ohio State men's hoops nonconference slate

UConn, Kansas games highlight Ohio State men's hoops nonconference slate

Ohio State's men's basketball team has unveiled its full 2026-27 nonconference schedule. Here's who the Buckeyes will play and when.
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6 tornadoes struck the Buckeye state Aug. 11, 2 in central Ohio. See where

6 tornadoes struck the Buckeye state Aug. 11, 2 in central Ohio. See where

Six tornadoes ranging from EF0 to EF2 (65-135 mph) touched down across Ohio on August 11, causing significant property damage.
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Six Tornadoes Confirmed in Western and Central Ohio

Six Tornadoes Confirmed in Western and Central Ohio

The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed six tornadoes touched down in western and central Ohio during storms on August 11, 2026. The strongest tornado, an EF2, occurred south of Catawba in Clark County with maximum winds of 115 mph (185 km/h), causing significant structural damage. Other tornadoes included an EF0 near Springfield, an EF1 east of Springfield, another EF1 southeast of Urbana, and two EF1s near Choctaw Lake and south Columbus. The storms also brought straight-line winds that caused additional damage, though these were not tornado-related. Surveyors have been analyzing the damage and may release further updates. [Source time: 2026-08-18T00:00:00]
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Mom in Vinton County abuse case had 4 sets of twins. How rare is that?

Mom in Vinton County abuse case had 4 sets of twins. How rare is that?

Elizabeth Siders delivered four consecutive sets of twins after having 10 singletons. What are the odds of that happening? It's hard to say.
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From the Darkroom shows learning at Sunrise Farm School

From the Darkroom shows learning at Sunrise Farm School

Donna Rickabaugh moved to the Ozarks in the 1970s to start a spiritual life and a unique school on her family farm.
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Ohio's August rainfall far exceeds normal as unusual pattern lingers

Ohio's August rainfall far exceeds normal as unusual pattern lingers

An unusual weather pattern has funneled moisture into Ohio for weeks, making this one of Columbus' wettest starts to August on record.