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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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Columbus Weekend: Fair, Film, and Fun | Columbus News
The Ohio State Fair is rolling into its final stretch with rides, fried food, and live shows—perfect for summer fun. Meanwhile, the arts are alive: “Pippin”…
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NCAA Eligibility Battle for Soccer Star | Columbus News
A Canadian soccer star, Josué Youta, is suing the NCAA after being declared ineligible to play for Ohio State — claiming they botched his eligibility timeline…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $856 Million | Columbus News
The Powerball jackpot has soared to an eye-popping $856 million after no one matched the winning numbers drawn on August 5th—14, 20, 59, 60, 61 with Powerball…
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Columbus Schools Demand State Oversight | Columbus News
A Columbus City Schools board member is demanding new state laws to tighten oversight of school districts after a $23.5 million shortfall in the employee…
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Divided Camps in Ohio and Beyond | Columbus News
Democrat Amy Acton’s stance against boys in girls’ sports has sparked backlash from key progressive and LGBTQ+ voters, prompting one group to downgrade her…
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Stolen Car Smashes Into House | Columbus News
A stolen car smashed into a home in Columbus early Thursday morning, triggering a gas line leak and backyard fence collapse—while the unsuspecting residents…
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Officer Used Flock for Personal Tracking | Columbus News
In Reynoldsburg, Ohio, a resigned police officer secretly used the Flock license plate system to track his domestic partner’s car—running the plate over 40…
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Plain City Pauses Data Centers | Columbus News
Plain City is poised to halt new data center construction for a full year, joining a growing wave of central Ohio communities pushing back against rapid…
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New Albany Intersection Upgrade | Columbus News
New Albany’s tackling its chaotic Beech Road and Morse Road intersection—with a $7.5M construction plan, state grants in play, and even help from neighboring…
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Columbus Water Systems Hold Strong | Columbus News
Columbus’s water systems are holding strong despite recent cyberattacks, reassuring residents that their tap water remains safe and reliable. This latest scare…
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Miller Under Fire in Ethics Probe | Columbus News
Rep. Max Miller’s political future hangs in the balance as he faces an ethics probe and a bruising re-election battle over domestic abuse allegations from his…
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Fumi Abe Returns to Columbus Stage | Columbus News
Comedian Fumi Abe is bringing his hilarious, hometown charm back to Columbus for a sold-out show at the Funny Bone on August 13th—his second headlining return…
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Police & Synagogue Team Up in Historic Bexley Building | Columbus News
Bexley Police just unveiled a groundbreaking new community resource center — housed in a century-old synagogue annex — turning a historic building into a…
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Recruits Face Real Fire for First Time | Columbus News
Columbus fire recruits just got a brutal, real-world bootcamp—literally. After nearly a year of training, they stormed a vacant wood-frame building in a…
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Your Data Choices on YouTube | Columbus News
YouTube’s new data policies let you choose: accept all to get personalized ads and content based on your history, or reject all for a more general experience…
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Ohio Farmers Weathering Hard Times | Columbus News
Ohio farmers brace for a pivotal August as rain could revive struggling crops after two dry years. Livestock faces mixed news: beef prices soar due to…
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Ramaswamy at the Ohio State Fair | Columbus News
Vivek Ramaswamy turned the Ohio State Fair into a political playground—shaking hands, snagging funnel cake, and filming viral clips with a giant state map as…
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Flock Cameras Under Fire | Columbus News
Flock cameras, the automated license plate readers sweeping Franklin County, are hailed for solving crimes and finding missing persons—but they’re sparking a…
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Ohio’s Wine Renaissance | Columbus News
Ohio’s wine scene is quietly dominating the Midwest—and surprising many with its resilience. Once the nation’s top wine producer in the 1800s, Ohio now ranks…
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Your Data Choices on YouTube | Columbus News
YouTube’s cookie and IP policies are changing — here’s what it means for you: Accept all, and they’ll track your habits to serve hyper-personalized content and…
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YouTube Data Choices Decoded | Columbus News
YouTube’s new data policies let you choose how your info is used: Accept All for personalized content and ads based on your history, or Reject All for a more…
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Buc-ee's Lawsuit Over Beaver Logo Backfires | Columbus News
Buc-ee’s sues a tiny Ohio gas station called Beaver’s Mini Mart over a logo they say looks too similar — but Governor Mike DeWine calls it ridiculous, pointing…
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Cookies for Beaver's Mini Mart | Columbus News
When Buc-ee’s sues Beaver’s Mini Mart over logo similarities, the community rallies with a sweet twist: The Original Goodie Shop bakes $3 cookies, donating $1…
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Man Sentenced to Life for Fatal Shooting | Columbus News
A man named David Walker III just received a life sentence for the murder of Corey Divers, who died from a gunshot wound at a Whitehall bar in June 2025. After…
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Welcome To The Farm Opens Aug 22 | Columbus News
Get ready to saddle up—Welcome To The Farm, the country music bar co-created by Chase Rice, is hitting North High Street this August 22nd with live tunes…
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Former Superintendent Joins OSU | Columbus News
John Marschhausen, former superintendent of Dublin City Schools, is stepping into a bold new role at Ohio State University as assistant vice provost for…
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Tragic Death Unrelated to Chase | Columbus News
A chaotic early morning chase in downtown Columbus turned tragic when a bystander was found unresponsive and later died — but crucially, authorities confirmed…
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Mother Injects Waste Into Baby's IV | Columbus News
A mother sentenced to three years of community control after horrifyingly injecting human waste into her infant’s IV line at a hospital—caught on camera…
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Becker’s New Breakfast Spot Coming Soon | Columbus News
Get ready to dig into breakfast and lunch at The BeckFast Place, set to open soon at 410 East Whittier Street — a spot once home to Skillet. Owner Becker…
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Ohio's Deadliest Animal Is Not What You Think | Columbus News
Ohio’s most dangerous animal isn’t a bear or snake—it’s the white-tailed deer. With nearly 20,000 collisions in 2024 alone, these common critters pose a…
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Life Sentence for Murder in Columbus | Columbus News
A chilling case closes as 37-year-old Lezerick Davis is sentenced to life without parole for the brutal murder of 33-year-old Shakeilah White, who was shot and…
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Mexico Couple Gets 10-Year Drug Sentence | Columbus News
A Franklin County couple, both Mexican citizens, just got handed ten-year federal sentences after being caught with two kilograms of cocaine and a loaded…
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Grady Hospital Closes Labor Unit | Columbus News
Grady Memorial Hospital’s shutdown of its labor and delivery unit leaves 37 jobs gone and local families scrambling—despite OhioHealth’s claim of low demand…
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Man Sentenced 40 Years for Child Abuse | Columbus News
A Canton man convicted of horrific crimes against four children faces a 40-year prison term after authorities uncovered over 300,000 images and…
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Arrest in Deadly Summit Park Robbery | Columbus News
A deadly robbery at Summit Park Apartments has led to the arrest of Cai McGee-Jones, charged with murder in the killing of Mar Shawn Johnson. The case, still…
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Candida auris Superbug in Hospitals | Columbus News
Candida auris, a deadly superbug fungus spreading across 23 states—with Ohio hit hard this year—is quietly wreaking havoc in hospitals and nursing homes…
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Arena District Parking Lot to Apartments | Columbus News
A major transformation is brewing in the Arena District: a two-acre gravel lot just west of North Market is set to become a 242-unit apartment complex with a…
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Columbus Hospitals Shine in National Rankings | Columbus News
Columbus is shining on the national healthcare stage—Ohio State Wexner Medical Center and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital just earned top honors in…
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House Fire Near New Albany | Columbus News
A massive house fire erupted Wednesday morning just outside New Albany, forcing six additional fire departments to respond—though miraculously, no one was…
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Issue Three Locks In Photo ID Voting | Columbus News
Ohio’s Issue Three is about locking in photo ID rules for all voting—whether in person or by mail—making it harder for future lawmakers to change them…
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Wagner Family Trial Intensifies | Columbus News
Billy Wagner is set to stand trial on January 11, 2027, facing 22 charges—including 8 counts of aggravated murder—linked to the April 2016 massacre that killed…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $786 Million | Columbus News
Tonight’s Powerball jackpot hits a staggering $786 million—ranking ninth on the all-time list, just shy of the record-breaking $2 billion prize from 2022. With…
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Cyberattacks Target Water Systems Nationwide | Columbus News
Federal cyberattacks on water systems across multiple states are under investigation, causing temporary disruptions but no public health threats. Columbus…
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Ohio Measles Outbreak Surges | Columbus News
Ohio’s third measles outbreak this year is spiraling out of control, with cases more than doubling and now totaling eleven across three counties. New…
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Coffee Connections Finds New Rhythm | Columbus News
Coffee Connections of Hilliard is back — but not where you left it. After fleeing unsafe conditions in their 100-year-old building (no cement under the…
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Healthcare Costs Spark Budget Debate | Columbus News
Columbus City Schools’ board meeting turned heated as tensions flared over a $22.5 million healthcare cost spike for 2025—funded from an insurance reserve, not…
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Miller Under Fire Amid Ethics Probe | Columbus News
Congressman Max Miller is under fire from the House Ethics Committee over serious allegations of domestic violence and drug use — claims he denies — as he…
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Pickerington Schools Seek Tax Vote | Columbus News
Pickerington schools are back at the ballot box this November, seeking voter approval for a new 0.75% income tax to stave off a nearly $20 million deficit by…
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LeVeque Tower Penthouse Up for Auction | Columbus News
Bid up to own a slice of Columbus history: the ultra-exclusive, west-facing penthouse at the iconic LeVeque Tower—once one of the world’s tallest buildings—is…
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Kroger Settles Harassment Lawsuit After Employee Suicide | Columbus News
Kroger has settled a five-year-old lawsuit over the tragic suicide of former employee Evan Seyfried, who alleged he endured severe workplace…
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Ohio’s Top-Paid State Worker Revealed | Columbus News
In 2025, Ohio’s top-paid state employee wasn’t a CEO or politician—but Stacey Arnold Yerkes, a former highway patrol sergeant who earned over $1 million…
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Columbus Schools Face $23M Insurance Blow | Columbus News
Columbus City Schools faces a $23.5 million financial blow after an overestimated health insurance deal with Aon left their self-insurance fund dangerously…
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Whitehall Recall: Money Behind the Vote | Columbus News
In a high-stakes recall battle in Whitehall, Mayor Michael Bivens outraised his opponents with over $115,000 in donations—including a single $31,000 gift—while…
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Columbus State Pauses Levy Push | Columbus News
Columbus State Community College is pausing its push for a property tax levy to fund free tuition for Franklin County high school grads, with President David…
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Time Capsule Found Under Old School | Columbus News
Demolition crews tearing down the historic 1928 Gahanna Lincoln High School stumbled upon a time capsule sealed in 1927—just a year before the school opened…
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Merit Pay for Teachers in Ohio | Columbus News
Vivek Ramaswamy’s push for merit-based teacher pay in Ohio sparks a heated debate—rewarding top performers could boost education, but past attempts show it’s…
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Shooting Near Children's Hospital | Columbus News
Shooting Near Children's Hospital | Columbus News
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Whitehall Council Leadership Vacuum | Columbus News
Whitehall City Council failed to pick a new president Tuesday night, leaving the vacancy unresolved amid political tension following recent recall elections…
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Shooting in East Columbus Reported | Columbus News
Shooting in East Columbus Reported | Columbus News
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Columbus Builds Trust Through Community Nights | Columbus News
Columbus turned up the heat on community trust this week with National Night Out, where police and residents mingled to rebuild bridges—especially as homicides…