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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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Miller Rally Canceled Amid Safety Concerns | Columbus News
A high-stakes rally for Rep. Max Miller and Anna Paulina Luna has been canceled amid safety threats, just as Miller faces a looming ethics probe and a tight…
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LezLeon Evans Arrested in Cleveland | Columbus News
U.S. Marshals just arrested LezLeon Evans in Cleveland for a deadly shooting near the Ohio Statehouse on November 21, 2025, that killed 25-year-old Lamar Ross…
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapenos | Columbus News
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos from Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states — no deaths, but 36 hospitalized. The culprit? Peppers distributed…
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Search for Missing Delaware County Man | Columbus News
A 74-year-old man with dementia, Bruce Mills, is missing in Delaware County after vanishing from his home Thursday afternoon. Last seen near Big Walnut Road…
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Former Football Star Gets Probation | Columbus News
A former Ohio State football star, 27-year-old Marcus Williamson, pleaded guilty to robbing nine banks in seven weeks—and instead of prison, got four years…
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Ohio's Rollover Simulator Warns: Buckle Up | Columbus News
Ohio’s got a chilling new rollover simulator at the State Fair—right near the Highway Patrol building—to hammer home one message: buckle up. Designed to show…
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Buc-ee's vs Beaver's Mini Mart Trademark Battle | Columbus News
Buc-ee’s sues a tiny Ohio mini-mart for confusingly similar beaver logos — but the twist? The mini-mart owner allegedly tried to trademark “Beavermart” first…
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Winter 2026-27 Forecast Breakdown | Columbus News
Winter 2026-2027 could be wild across the U.S., with the Farmers’ Almanac predicting an active season featuring near-normal temps but frequent snow and brutal…
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Ashville Data Center Vote Now Possible | Columbus News
Ohio’s highest court just forced a major win for Ashville residents, ruling that the village must let voters decide on a controversial data center deal with…
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Dueling Axes Closes All Locations | Columbus News
Dueling Axes, the popular axe-throwing spot that launched in Columbus in 2018, has shut down all its locations—including spots in central Ohio, Cincinnati, and…
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Live TV Collision Caught on Camera | Columbus News
A live traffic report in Cincinnati turned wild when a car slammed into another vehicle right before the reporter’s eyes—complete with an audible curse and a…
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Ohio Court Rules on Data Center Ballot | Columbus News
Ohio’s Supreme Court just sided with residents in Ashville, ruling the village council overstepped by blocking a ballot referendum on a controversial…
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Small Films, Big Reactions | Columbus News
When big blockbusters dominate the box office, smaller films step in — and this week’s picks are a wild mix of sweetness, scares, and sorrow. “Cookie Queens”…
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Ohio State's Fall Camp Intensity | Columbus News
Ohio State’s fall camp is firing on all cylinders as they gear up for a brutal, top-heavy schedule—six preseason ranked teams already on deck. Players are…
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Fatal Crash on Route 33 Under Investigation | Columbus News
A deadly crash on U.S. Route 33 in Fairfield County left a 29-year-old man dead after his vehicle flipped off the road—witnesses say he and others were weaving…
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Eastmoor Stadium Gets Major Overhaul | Columbus News
Eastmoor Academy’s beloved Archie Griffin Field is getting a long-overdue $2.5 million makeover—complete with brand-new grandstands after decades of crumbling…
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Whitehall Treasurer Vacancy Heats Up | Columbus News
Whitehall City Council is in a hurry to fill its vacant treasurer spot after Trevel Balser quit just four months in, citing an unwelcoming environment and…
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Ohio State Fair Weather Wrap | Columbus News
Ohio State Fair’s final days may get soggy—rain and storms are likely Friday and Saturday, with Sunday looking sunny and perfect for soaking up the last of the…
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Back to School Across Ohio Counties | Columbus News
Summer break’s ending means school’s back in full swing across central and southeastern Ohio, with districts from Athens to Union kicking off classes…
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Polar Vortex and El Niño Shape Winter | Columbus News
Winter’s coming, and the planet’s already gearing up—starting way down in Antarctica where the polar vortex is kicking off a global atmospheric reset that’ll…
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Off-Duty Cop Uses Police Tech for Personal Car Crash | Columbus News
A Columbus police officer used a high-tech Flock license plate reader—normally reserved for tracking criminals—to investigate a crash involving their own car…
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Same Bank Same Day Twice | Columbus News
A Columbus man is facing robbery charges after allegedly hitting the same KeyBank twice on the same day—August 4, 2025—just two years after his first offense…
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Ohio Targets Massage Parlors in Trafficking Crackdown | Columbus News
Ohio’s new House Bill 978 aims to crack down on human trafficking by overhauling massage parlor regulations—requiring state licenses, background checks for…
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Ohio Schools Face Enrollment Decline | Columbus News
Ohio’s school enrollment is plummeting, with a 10% drop since 2010 and rural districts like Harrison County losing over 27% of students in just 15…
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Business Leaders Called to Fund Homeless Services | Columbus News
Franklin County commissioners are sounding the alarm on a funding crisis for homeless services, blaming The Columbus Partnership and other local businesses for…
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Ohio Counties Smash Tax Debt Sale Record | Columbus News
Ohio counties just shattered a record by selling off massive amounts of delinquent property tax debt to private investors — a bold financial move aimed at fast…
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Columbus Ranked 13th for Pedestrian Safety | Columbus News
Columbus ranks 13th for pedestrian safety among major U.S. cities, with a fatality rate of 1.08 per 100,000 residents—right behind Portland and ahead of…
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Ohio Counties Get State Storm Relief | Columbus News
After a devastating March 2026 storm tore through Ohio, leaving behind tornadoes and over $5.5 million in damage across thirteen counties, Governor DeWine has…
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Marino's Fish & Chips Finds New Owners | Columbus News
After 33 years of frying up fish and chips, Harry and Rosemarie are finally retiring—but not permanently. The beloved Marino’s Seafood Fish & Chips on 5th…
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Sugar Revival Brings New Flavor to Park Street | Columbus News
Get ready to taste the revival: Sugar, the much-anticipated new neighborhood restaurant and bar, opens August 27th on Park Street — a fresh, grown-up twist on…
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Ohio State Camp Shakeup Revealed | Columbus News
Ohio State’s first football camp practice is already sparking big changes—Austin Siereveld shifts to right guard to open the door for Ian Moore at left tackle…
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Two-Car Crash Kills One Driver | Columbus News
A deadly two-car crash on Alkire Road in southwest Franklin County left one driver dead and the other in critical condition—investigators are still piecing…
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Grow Her Game: Get Girls Into Soccer | Columbus News
Columbus is launching Grow Her Game, a bold new initiative to get girls aged four to seven into soccer—because early exposure to team sports can spark lifelong…
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Ohio Sales Tax Holiday Returns | Columbus News
Ohio’s sales tax holiday kicks off this Friday with a return to its classic format—tax-free clothing under $75 and school supplies under $20, both online and…
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Tragic Two-Vehicle Crash on Alkire Road | Columbus News
A deadly crash on Alkire Road in Prairie Township left one dead and another in critical condition after a head-on collision between a Cadillac ATS and a Toyota…
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Buc-ee's Lawsuit Sparks Cookie Crusade | Columbus News
Buc-ee’s is suing a tiny local mini mart, Beaver’s, over a logo similarity — sparking massive public support. A nearby bakery, The Original Goodie Shop, jumped…
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Fatal Head-On Crash on Alkire Road | Columbus News
A deadly head-on collision on Alkire Road in Prairie Township left one driver dead and another critically injured. The crash, involving a Cadillac ATS and a…
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Google's Data Choices Explained | Columbus News
Google’s rolling out new data handling updates centered on cookies and IP addresses — essential for running services, tracking usage, and blocking spam. Choose…
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Ohio’s New Task Force Targets Retail Theft | Columbus News
Central Ohio’s new FORCE task force is making waves by uniting law enforcement across jurisdictions to crack down on organized retail theft, which costs…
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Pickaway County Housing Project on Hold | Columbus News
A massive 300-acre housing development near Circleville threatens to upend the peaceful, rural charm of Pickaway County—raising alarms over strained…
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Sugar Opens August 27 on Park Street | Columbus News
Get ready to savor the flavor of Park Street—Sugar, a vibrant new spot blending Latin, Spanish, and Mediterranean cuisine, opens August 27th with margaritas…
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Ohio's New Highway Plan Sparks Debate | Columbus News
Ohio is eyeing a $650 million to $740 million highway connector between U.S. 23 and I-71, sparking heated debate as communities rally for and against the…
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Google's New Data Rules Explained | Columbus News
Google’s rolling out new privacy settings that let you choose how your data — including cookies and IP addresses — is used. Accept all, and you get…
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Vanished Cemetery, Lost Ancestors | Columbus News
A man in central Ohio digging into his family’s past uncovered a century-old cemetery mystery—his ancestors’ graves vanished without a trace. Once holding…
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Isaiah Redmon Gets 48 Years | Columbus News
Isaiah Redmon’s life just got a whole lot longer—48 years minimum after a wild, violent home invasion in Marion that left bullets flying and cops scrambling…
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Ohio Lottery Results August 5 2026 | Columbus News
Big wins and big numbers hit the Ohio Lottery on August 5, 2026 — Powerball rolled in with 14-20-59-60-61 + 25 (Power Play x2), while Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5…
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Measles Surge in Ohio and Nation | Columbus News
Ohio’s grappling with its third measles outbreak this year, hitting 45 cases—matching last year’s total—across ten counties, as nationwide cases surge to a…
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Tragedy in North Columbus Shooting | Columbus News
A 23-year-old man, Mar Shawn Johnson, died in a shooting at Summit Park Apartments in north Columbus on July 31st around 10 PM; his companion survived with…
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Miller Faces Ethics Probe Over Alleged Abuse | Columbus News
Rep. Max Miller faces mounting pressure after his ex-wife, Emily Moreno — daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno — accuses him of assaulting her and their two-year-old…
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Two Incidents, One Misguided Connection | Columbus News
A Columbus police investigation into a shooting and car chase on South High Street took a surprising turn when officers found an unresponsive person on Gault…
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Ohio Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Rises | Columbus News
Ohio’s cyclosporiasis outbreak is exploding, with nearly 1,000 new cases last week pushing the state total to over 4,900 across 82 counties — part of a…
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Columbus Weekend: Festivals, Art & Fun | Columbus News
Columbus is buzzing this weekend with nonstop fun—don’t miss the final days of the Ohio State Fair, quirky food, a new carousel, and a sales tax holiday. Arts…
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License Plate Searches Spark Accountability Crisis | Columbus News
Two Reynoldsburg PD officers are fired after abusing license plate reader tech—Nichols searched a former domestic partner’s plate 46 times while on leave for…
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Mental Health, Justice, and Second Chances | Columbus News
A former Ohio State football star, Marcus Williamson, 27, pleaded guilty to nine robberies in 2024 and faced a potential prison sentence—but Judge Sheryl…
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Ohio State Renovates Two Dorms, Demolishes One | Columbus News
Ohio State’s North District is undergoing a major campus transformation: two aging dorms, Drackett and Taylor Towers, are getting full renovations with new…
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Former Ohio State Star Pleads Guilty to 9 Bank Robberies | Columbus News
Former Ohio State football star Marcus Williamson got caught in a robbery spree—nine counts total, all stemming from his signature move: slipping a note to…
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Ramaswamy’s Data Center Deal | Columbus News
Vivek Ramaswamy’s bold data center plan for Ohio could reshape the state’s tech landscape: new facilities must pay full utility bills, cover their own property…
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Former Ohio State Star Sentenced for Bank Robberies | Columbus News
Former Ohio State cornerback Marcus Williamson, 27, just got sentenced to four years of probation for a seven-week bank-robbing spree—he admitted to nine…
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Sleep Temperature Surprises Across America | Columbus News
Most Americans prefer 67 degrees for sleep—way cooler than the 78-degree energy-saving recommendation. Ohioans are slightly warmer at 67.1, but still far below…
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Meet Myrtle the Chill & Playful Bulldog | Columbus News
Meet Myrtle, a sweet six-year-old American Bulldog mix at the Franklin County Dog Shelter, who’s been waiting for her forever home since early July. Chill but…