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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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Officer Used Flock Camera on Personal Car | Columbus News
A Columbus police officer used the city’s Flock surveillance system—designed to track criminals and stolen vehicles—to investigate a crash involving their own…
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Dad’s Abbey Road Dream with Sons | Columbus News
A Columbus dad with a dream bigger than his broken foot and cancer diagnosis finally captured his Beatles tribute: his four sons recreating the legendary Abbey…
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DCCC Targets Ohio Seat Amid Ethics Scandal | Columbus News
Democrats are pouring national resources into flipping Ohio’s 7th District, backing challenger Brian Poindexter through the DCCC’s “Red to Blue” program as…
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Man Sentenced for Infant’s Death | Columbus News
A Licking County man, Chance Topp, faces up to life in prison after being convicted of murder and multiple related charges for the death of his four-month-old…
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Shooter Hits Two Cars on I-71 | Columbus News
Two cars were struck by gunfire on I-71 South near the I-270 ramp—no one knows who fired, but a dark SUV swerved onto the ramp just after the shots…
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South Side Shooting Leaves One Dead | Columbus News
A deadly argument on Columbus’s South Side turned fatal when 37-year-old Charles Holliday was shot and killed during a confrontation with 40-year-old Kevin…
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Data Centers: Power Hubs of the Digital Age | Columbus News
Data centers are the unsung powerhouses of the digital age, quietly humming behind the scenes to fuel everything from cloud storage to your favorite apps…
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Delaware County’s $46M Sewage Upgrade | Columbus News
Delaware County just poured $46 million into a major overhaul of the Olentangy Environmental Control Center in Powell — a sewage plant built in 1979 and last…
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Ohio Takes Control of Recovery Housing | Columbus News
Ohio’s governor just took bold action to overhaul addiction recovery housing, placing hundreds of facilities under direct state control to ensure safety and…
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AI Cameras Spot Guns in Schools | Columbus News
Heath City Schools is deploying cutting-edge AI-powered cameras called ZeroEyes to detect visible firearms on campus—sending instant alerts to security teams…
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Columbus Cameras Divide Community | Columbus News
Columbus is locked in a heated debate over Flock Safety’s license plate cameras—praised by police for solving deadly crimes like the Tepe shooting and locating…
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Ohio Task Force Tackles Retail Theft | Columbus News
Ohio’s fight against organized retail crime just got a major boost with the launch of a new task force in central Ohio, uniting retailers and law enforcement…
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Stolen Guns and a High-Speed Chase | Columbus News
A high-speed chase across Ohio turned into a wild ride when troopers pulled over a driver for speeding and phone use—only to be chased by a car that refused to…
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Columbus Weighs Flock Surveillance Cameras | Columbus News
Columbus City Council is weighing a controversial proposal: deploying Flock Safety license plate cameras to boost public safety — but at what cost to privacy?…
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Officer Uses Flock on Personal Car | Columbus News
A Columbus police officer used Flock, a license plate reader system, to investigate a crash involving their own car — sparking serious questions about privacy…
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Lightning Strikes Twice in Columbus | Columbus News
A devastating lightning strike sparked a catastrophic fire in a west Columbus home, destroying the property and claiming the lives of three beloved pets — two…
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Ohio Tackles Unregulated Recovery Houses | Columbus News
Ohio is cracking down on unregulated drug recovery houses after reports revealed dangerous, overcrowded conditions in hundreds of facilities across the state…
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Teacher Sentenced After Student Confession | Columbus News
A former teacher in north Columbus, Jamelah Daboubi, received a six-month prison sentence after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with a student…
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Judge Orders Competency Eval for Mother of 16 | Columbus News
A judge in Vinton County has ordered a competency evaluation for Elizabeth Siders, facing 16 felony child endangerment charges after 16 kids were removed from…
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Mother of 16 Faces Mental Evaluation | Columbus News
Sixteen kids trapped in horrific, unsanitary conditions—some locked away and unable to speak—sparked a national outcry when authorities raided a Vinton County…
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Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival Returns | Columbus News
Get ready for magic after dark at the Columbus Zoo’s dazzling lantern festival, returning this fall with over 70 handcrafted, animal-shaped glowing…
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Lightning Sparks Double Fire in Columbus | Columbus News
A Columbus home suffered total destruction in a lightning-sparked fire that erupted yesterday afternoon, leaving pets behind and injuring one firefighter who…
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New Healthcare Campus Opens in Dublin | Columbus News
A new healthcare-focused college is opening in Dublin, Ohio—South College—is set to launch in October 2026 near Tuttle Mall, offering associate degrees and…
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Columbus Weighs Flock Cameras Amid Privacy Storm | Columbus News
Columbus is at a crossroads over its Flock cameras—balancing public safety with privacy concerns as activists, police, and civil liberties groups clash over…
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Suspect Shoots Officer After Crash | Columbus News
A high-speed crash near Hamilton Road exit turned deadly when suspect Brandon Burtyk, 32, allegedly opened fire at another vehicle before fleeing on foot…
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Columbus’ Weirdness Under Siege | Columbus News
Columbus is transforming into a high-tech, defense-driven powerhouse as Meta and Anduril pour billions into manufacturing, sparking debate over whether the…
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Czars Restaurant Shut Down After 33 Calls | Columbus News
Columbus is shutting down Czars Restaurant and Lounge after a year of chaos — 33 police calls, including shootings, assaults, and even a chase — prompting a…
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Czars Bar Shut Down Over Crime Spree | Columbus News
Czars Restaurant and Lounge in Columbus is shutting down permanently after becoming a crime hotspot—over 30 police reports in a year, including shootings…
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Ohio Fishing License Rules You Need | Columbus News
Got a fishing rod? Before you cast that line in Ohio, know this: if you’re 16 or older, you need a license—whether you’re local or visiting. The only…
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Miller Stays in Race Amid Abuse Allegations | Columbus News
Congressman Max Miller is doubling down on his re-election bid despite mounting domestic violence allegations, pledging to self-fund his campaign with a…
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Ohio’s Home Care Crisis Looms | Columbus News
Over 100,000 Ohioans relying on Medicaid for in-home care face looming cuts set to begin January 1st, threatening their ability to stay in their homes. For…
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Ohio Colleges Face Free Speech Scrutiny | Columbus News
Fourteen Ohio universities got a “yellow light” for free speech policies that could too easily restrict expression, while Cleveland State was the only one…
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Flash Flood Warning: Turn Around Don't Drown | Columbus News
Flash flood warning hits Franklin County and surrounding areas — including Delaware and parts of Ohio — after heavy thunderstorms dumped 1-2 inches of rain…
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Ohio AG Targets Roblox Over Investor Deception | Columbus News
Ohio’s Attorney General is leading a major class-action lawsuit against Roblox, accusing the company of deceiving investors by hiding its lack of safety…
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Ohio Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Columbus News
Central Ohio braced for severe weather as Monday’s storms dumped power outages on thousands, with AEP Ohio reporting over 20,000 without electricity—Licking…
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Shooting in South Columbus Leaves One Dead | Columbus News
A fatal shooting erupted in south Columbus on Monday morning around 11 a.m. in the 200 block of Betz Road, leaving one person dead at the scene by 11:04 a.m…
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Ohio Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Columbus News
Central Ohio braced for impact as severe weather slammed the region on August 10th, knocking out power for over 13,000 homes in Licking County and another…
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Teacher Pleads Guilty to Student Abuse | Columbus News
A former English teacher, Jamelah Daboubi, 28, pleaded guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with a student at her school, admitting to gross sexual…
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Ohio Sues Roblox Over Safety and Investments | Columbus News
Ohio is suing Roblox, accusing the platform of misleading investors and failing to protect kids from predators and inappropriate content — even as it rolled…
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Shooting in Columbus Leaves One Dead | Columbus News
A fatal shooting rocked Columbus, Ohio, Monday morning when police found a victim with gunshot wounds in an alley on Betz Road—pronounced dead at the scene by…
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Cava Expands to Liberty Township | Columbus News
Cava’s latest expansion hits Liberty Township with a new spot on Sawmill Parkway, continuing their rapid growth across central Ohio — and beyond. Already…
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Ohioans Missing Safety Net Benefits | Columbus News
Over a million Ohioans are slipping through the cracks of vital safety-net programs—even as energy and food costs soar. Despite eligibility, only 20% of…
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WBNS 10TV Uses YouTube to Serve Columbus | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, is turning local news into a digital powerhouse with its YouTube channel—delivering hyper-local updates, live broadcasts, and…
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WBNS 10TV Keeps Columbus Connected | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV, Columbus’ trusted CBS affiliate, delivers hyper-local news, weather, and sports that matter most to you—plus uplifting community stories that make…
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Ohio State Ranks Ninth in Big Ten SAT Scores | Columbus News
Ohio State climbs to ninth in a new Big Ten academic ranking based on student SAT scores, proving the Buckeyes are more than just gridiron legends—they’re…
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Tragedy Strikes Columbus South Side | Columbus News
Tragedy struck Columbus’ South Side early this morning when a shooting on Betz Road left one person dead—pronounced at the scene around 11:04 AM. Police…
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Twenty-Two-Year-Old Sentenced to Life | Columbus News
A 22-year-old man, Joseph Howard, just received a life sentence with no parole for at least 49 to 55.5 years after brutally shooting and killing his sister’s…
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Marino's Fish & Chips Finds New Owners | Columbus News
After 33 years of serving up beloved fish and chips, the Kougendakis family is retiring from Marino’s Seafood Fish & Chips—but don’t worry, the iconic spot’s…
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Twenty-Two-Year-Old Gets Life for Pub Shooting | Columbus News
A 22-year-old man, Joseph Howard, just received a life sentence after a brutal nighttime shooting at Double D’s Pub in south Columbus that killed his sister…
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WBNS 10TV Reimagines Local News | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, is revolutionizing local news by turning YouTube into a live, interactive hub—streaming real-time updates and letting residents…
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Kaptur Injured in Hit-and-Run | Columbus News
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, the longest-serving woman in Congress, was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash while en route to church with her campaign…
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2026 Patriot Games Spotlight | Columbus News
The 2026 Patriot Games ignite in Ohio as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration, pitting 120 student-athletes aged 14–17 in thrilling competitions like…
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Hendersons Charged in Ohio Crash Fatality | Columbus News
A deadly crash in Marysville, Ohio, claimed one life and injured four others — including two children — when a Honda CRV collided with a Mustang that caught…
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LinkedIn’s New College Rankings Revealed | Columbus News
LinkedIn just released its new college rankings — and this time, it’s all about real-world career outcomes. Using its own data, they spotlight schools that…
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Worthington’s Bold Bridge Park Vision | Columbus News
A bold new development plan is heating up in Worthington, as the same developer behind Dublin’s thriving Bridge Park seeks to transform 17 acres west of town…
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Miller Faces Ethics Probe Amid Abuse Allegations | Columbus News
Congressman Max Miller is under fire from three women, including his ex-wife, over serious allegations of domestic violence and drug use — accusations he…
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Gas Prices Dip But Stay High | Columbus News
Gas prices dipped slightly last week—down 23 cents in central Ohio to around $4 a gallon, and nationally by over 10 cents—but still remain a dollar higher than…
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Ohio Shields Ratepayers from Data Center Costs | Columbus News
Ohio’s Public Utilities Commission is cracking down on data centers to shield everyday customers from soaring electricity bills, forcing major players like AEP…
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Luxury Homes Dominate Franklin and Delaware Counties | Columbus News
July delivered jaw-dropping luxury real estate sales in Franklin and Delaware counties, with Upper Arlington dominating the high-end scene—four of its top five…
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Cherry Creek Church Fire Early Tuesday | Columbus News
A fierce fire erupted early Tuesday morning on the Far West Side of Columbus, engulfing the Cherry Creek Church of Christ—possibly sparked by lightning around…