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Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Columbus News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Columbus—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Columbus News Today is…
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Tragic Pedestrian Hit in Northeast Columbus | Columbus News
A tragic pedestrian fatality unfolded Saturday night in northeast Columbus, when multiple cars struck a person crossing Cleveland Avenue near Lehner…
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Perry County Floods Hit Again | Columbus News
Perry County is reeling from a devastating second wave of flooding just days after the first storm, with water rising overnight and triggering multiple…
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Franklin County Court Closed Due to Flooding | Columbus News
Franklin County’s Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court is shutting down Monday due to severe water damage from recent storms — nearly five inches of rain in…
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Columbus Pedestrian Hit by Multiple Cars | Columbus News
A tragic multi-vehicle collision on Cleveland Avenue in Columbus claimed a pedestrian’s life Saturday night—someone who was walking in the road, not on the…
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Money Power and Public Safety in Ohio | Columbus News
Ohio’s Senate race is heating up with record-breaking cash flooding in from special interest groups, sparking fierce debate over campaign finance and election…
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Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Columbus News
Storms slammed central Ohio Sunday, plunging over 17,000 homes into darkness—mostly in Franklin County—with Perry County hit hardest by flooding and 50 water…
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Sharon Woods Shooting Under Investigation | Columbus News
A deadly officer-involved shooting erupted in Sharon Woods Metropark on August 15th after a wanted sexual assault suspect fled police, leading to a high-stakes…
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Franklin County Court Closed Due to Flooding | Columbus News
Franklin County Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court is closed today, August 17th, due to severe water damage from recent heavy rains—floors are ruined and…
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Flood Rescue in New Lexington | Columbus News
Floodwaters surged through New Lexington, Ohio, forcing rescues as homes flooded overnight—firefighters knocked on doors to evacuate residents, crews worked…
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Miller Under Fire as Ethics Probe Unfolds | Columbus News
Ohio’s Rep. Max Miller, facing a House ethics probe over domestic violence allegations from his ex-wife — Senator Bernie Moreno’s daughter — is still running…
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Columbus Schools Push Ahead Despite Storm Damage | Columbus News
Columbus City Schools is defiantly sticking to its August twentieth start date despite storm damage that knocked out power to 30 schools and left buildings…
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Ohio Lottery Results August 13 2026 | Columbus News
Big wins and wild draws across Ohio Lottery yesterday—Pick Three hit 9-2-9 midday and 1-3-9 evening; Pick Four rolled 6-4-1-9 midday and 2-1-0-1 evening; Pick…
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Infant’s Tragic Fate in Plain City | Columbus News
A 27-year-old woman, Anuradha Manukonda, pleaded guilty to gross abuse of a corpse after an infant’s body was found in a trash truck in Plain City, Ohio. DNA…
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Cyclospora Cases Drop But Stay Alert | Columbus News
Ohio’s cyclospora outbreak is easing, with new cases dropping sharply—down to 503 last week from nearly double the prior week—but health officials urge…
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Driving Through Storms and Construction | Columbus News
Power outages and downed trees after storms in Central Ohio mean drivers must treat intersections like four-way stops—stop, yield to others entering or…
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Ohio Storms, Lawsuits, and Heroic Prisons | Columbus News
A major storm tore through Ohio, leaving behind downed trees, widespread power outages, and damaged buildings as officials scramble to assess the damage. In…
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Storms Leave Central Ohio in Dark | Columbus News
AEP Ohio is on track to restore power to nearly everyone in central Ohio by 10 p.m. tonight, August 14th, after devastating storms hit on the 11th — the worst…
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Storms Hit Columbus Power Grid | Columbus News
Severe storms slammed Columbus and central Ohio with tornadoes, 82-mph winds, and torrential rain, leaving over 130,000 without power. American Electric Power…
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School Reopens Amid Flood Recovery | Columbus News
Crooksville’s schools are opening with a heart-first mission: helping flood-hit families rebuild. Superintendent Kevin Smith says safety and support come…
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Schools Reopen After Storm Hits Columbus | Columbus News
A powerful EF1 tornado tore through Columbus, Ohio, causing major damage—especially on the south side—with no injuries reported. The governor declared a state…
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The Lost Kahiki Pop-Up Returns | Columbus News
Step into a tropical time machine at The Lost Kahiki, a limited-time pop-up bar hidden beneath Forno’s rooftop. Reimagining the legendary Kahiki Supper Club…
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Taranto's Pizza Expands to Delaware | Columbus News
Taranto's Pizza Expands to Delaware | Columbus News
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Ohio Invests $9M in Safer School Routes | Columbus News
Ohio’s Governor Mike DeWine is pouring nearly $9 million into safer school commutes for kids, funding 17 projects across 14 counties to upgrade walking and…
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Inmate’s Hunger Strike Exposes K2 Crisis | Columbus News
In Ohio, inmate Jacky Robinson Jr. is on his second hunger strike after three weeks, protesting the rampant influx of dangerous K2 drugs into prisons —…
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Man Sentenced 27 Years for Drug Trafficking | Columbus News
Terrance Colvin, 39, just got 27 years behind bars for federal drug and gun charges after being busted hauling over 20kg of meth and 6kg of cocaine from…
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Ohio’s Film Scene Shines This Week | Columbus News
Ohio’s cinematic voice is booming with Union County, a gut-wrenching yet hopeful dive into rural opioid struggles, powered by powerhouse performances from Will…
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Building Home in Columbus | Columbus News
A woman’s emotional journey begins when she moves to Columbus, Ohio, after a 22-year absence from her brother and family. Surrounded by green landscapes and…
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Ohio Hemp Brews Win Temporary Legal Relief | Columbus News
A federal judge just gave fourteen Ohio hemp-beverage makers, including Seventh Son, a two-week reprieve to sell their THC drinks — temporarily blocking Senate…
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Van Collision Leaves E-Bike Rider Critically Injured | Columbus News
A serious crash in Columbus’ University District sent an e-bike rider to the hospital in critical condition after being hit by a Ford E-250 van making a right…
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Ohio Food Pantries Struggle Under Rising Demand | Columbus News
Food pantries across Ohio are drowning in demand as families face impossible choices between food, medicine, and other essentials. One pantry saw client…
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Ohio Mandates Math Proficiency for New Teachers | Columbus News
Ohio’s new math teacher certification rule kicks in September 23rd, requiring any educator seeking a license to teach grades PK-8 math to prove their own math…
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Storms Then and Now | Columbus News
Columbus just endured a brutal storm with hurricane-force winds, flash floods, and days without power—some calling it the worst in over a decade. But history…
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Columbus Voters Face Two Council Reform Plans | Columbus News
Columbus voters face a pivotal choice in November as two competing charter amendments battle for their ballot: one from the “Our City, Our Say” coalition…
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Private Cameras Extend Police Reach | Columbus News
Columbus police are tapping into over fifty private Flock cameras from businesses like Kroger and Lowe’s to boost investigations—raising alarms about unchecked…
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Six Ohio House Candidates Drop Out | Columbus News
Six Ohio House candidates dropped out after the May primary, forcing parties to scramble for replacements before the August 10 deadline. Three Republicans and…
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Ohio Senate Race: Money vs Elder Care | Columbus News
Ohio’s Senate race is turning into a record-breaking cash battle, with $143 million poured into the contest as Sherrod Brown and Jon Husted vie for control…
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Pedestrian Hit in Northeast Columbus | Columbus News
A life-threatening pedestrian crash unfolded Thursday night in northeast Columbus, prompting emergency response and road closures as the driver stayed at the…
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Ohio Medicaid Fraud Sweep Targets Six | Columbus News
A Pickerington woman is facing serious charges for allegedly ripping off Medicaid with a $400K fraud scheme through her behavioral health company, Reset…
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Rep Miller Faces Lawsuit Over Nude Child Photo | Columbus News
A federal lawsuit has erupted against Rep. Max Miller after his ex-wife, Senator Bernie Moreno’s daughter, alleges he shared a nude photo of their two-year-old…
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Delaware Man Sentenced for 28kg Drug Bust | Columbus News
A Delaware County man is facing nearly 27 years in prison after being convicted on six counts involving drugs and firearms — all tied to 28 kilograms of…
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Dancing Through Memory Loss | Columbus News
An 83-year-old woman named Mary Melnyk, who loves dancing to “The Twist,” went viral after a quiet 78-year-old resident, Duke Dellavechio, unexpectedly joined…
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Ohio West Faces Flood Crisis | Columbus News
Ohio’s western counties brace for overnight flooding as Governor DeWine warns of heavy rain—up to four inches—on already saturated ground. Perry County, hit…
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Columbus Courthouse Renovation Under Fire | Columbus News
Columbus scraps plans for a new courthouse, opting instead to renovate the aging Franklin County Municipal Court building — a move sparking alarm among judges…
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Ohio Schools Rethink Attendance | Columbus News
Ohio schools are shifting gears with new attendance policies designed to catch kids before they fall behind—focusing on actual missed instructional time, not…
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Franklin County Courthouse in Crisis | Columbus News
Franklin County’s aging courthouse is crumbling—mold, water damage, ADA violations, and even threats to staff are forcing a critical reckoning. After scrapping…
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Perry County Floods and Community Response | Columbus News
Perry County, Ohio, is reeling from catastrophic flooding that’s displaced hundreds and left families with losses in the hundreds of thousands—yet amid the…
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Ohio Jogger Assaulted Near Campus | Columbus News
A woman jogging near Ohio State University was violently assaulted by a man in broad daylight—she fought back, captured photos of him and his car, leading to…
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Insurance Claims After Storm Damage | Columbus News
Columbus is still reeling from the storm’s aftermath—shattered glass, downed trees, and debris everywhere. Homeowners and businesses are now racing to file…
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Flock Cuts Data Retention, But Critics Remain Skeptical | Columbus News
Flock’s new privacy measures cut default data retention to seven days, introduce case-linked “evidence mode,” and require case codes for law enforcement…
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Head Start at Risk from New Rules | Columbus News
New federal proposals threaten to reshape Head Start, risking cuts to vital services like mental health screenings and developmental support—despite claims of…
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Columbus Foundation Steps In With $20M Grant | Columbus News
Columbus Foundation drops $20 million emergency grant to Community Shelter Board—pulling from reserves to prevent a funding shortfall that could’ve slashed…
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Stabbing at Columbus Library | Columbus News
A shocking stabbing occurred outside the Northside Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library around 2:40 PM, leaving one person in critical condition and…
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Ohio Storms Leave Damage, No Injuries | Columbus News
Ohio braces for recovery as Governor DeWine declares a state of emergency for Franklin County after devastating storms—complete with an EF1 tornado and 100-mph…
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Columbus Weekend: Festivals, Film & Fun | Columbus News
This weekend’s packed with fun: dive into craft projects at the Columbus Craft Crawl, savor street food at the Food Truck Festival, or groove to Dumpstaphunk’s…
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Storms Ravage Central Ohio | Columbus News
Central Ohio braces for recovery after Tuesday’s brutal storms—hitting with 100 mph winds, an EF1 tornado in south Columbus, and torrential rains that dumped…
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Measles Resurgence in Ohio | Columbus News
Ohio’s measles outbreak is escalating, with 69 confirmed cases across 11 counties — a sharp rise from last year and the highest in decades nationwide. Experts…
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Officer Standoff Ends in Firefight | Columbus News
Eight Columbus officers faced a deadly standoff last Friday after a suspect fled a crash, brandished two handguns, and opened fire—forcing officers to return…
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Kennedy Center Reverts Trump Name | Columbus News
The Kennedy Center board, largely appointed by Trump, is defying a federal judge’s order to restore his name to the building—planning to add “Restored and…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits 47 States | Columbus News
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is still raging, with 47 states affected—Ohio and Michigan leading in cases. Ohio alone reports over 5,400 infections…
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Upper Arlington Hit by Straight-Line Winds | Columbus News
Upper Arlington wasn’t hit by a tornado—just 90-100 mph straight-line winds that tore through trees, homes, and sidewalks, forcing schools to delay the first…