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Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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 your daily snapshot of what’s…
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Bernie Moreno’s $5K Plan and AI Skepticism | Columbus News
Senator Bernie Moreno unveils a bold plan: a $5,000 payment to every adult American, tied to Republicans retaining control of Congress in November. Funding? A…
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Ohio Rape Kit Reporting Crisis | Columbus News
Ohio’s rape kit reporting crisis is escalating as over 900 law enforcement agencies skipped submitting results in 2025—despite a major cleanup effort led by…
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Diesel Prices Strain Food Banks | Columbus News
Diesel prices are soaring, and Central Ohio food banks like the Mid-Ohio Food Collective are reeling — fuel costs jumped $40K just between April and August…
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Big Ten Hoops: Men's & Women's Schedules Revealed | Columbus News
Big Ten hoops just got a whole lot more exciting—Ohio State’s men and women basketball teams unveiled their packed schedules. The men open Nov. 2 in Salt Lake…
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Columbus Fire Department Gets Major Fleet Upgrade | Columbus News
Columbus is poised to spend over $21 million on brand-new fire trucks after last year’s alarming report revealed a fleet in crisis—trucks falling apart and…
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Stroke on Her Wedding Day | Columbus News
On her wedding day, 25-year-old Anna suffered a stroke—caused by a vertebral dissection—while feeling dizzy and slurring her words. Her bridesmaid, a nurse…
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Flood Watch Hits Central Ohio | Columbus News
Flood watch issued for central Ohio counties as storms roll in from Indiana, bringing 2-4 inches of rain—possibly more—starting Thursday night. Franklin…
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Blue Jackets Push for Culture Shift | Columbus News
Columbus Blue Jackets training camp kicks off this Thursday as new head coach Rick Bowness takes charge of his first full season, facing a condensed preseason…
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Ohio Pushes to Criminalize Flock Camera Misuse | Columbus News
Ohio’s Attorney General Andy Wilson is pushing to criminalize misuse of Flock cameras—automated license plate readers used by law enforcement—to restore public…
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COTA’s January Transit Changes Coming | Columbus News
COTA’s January transit overhaul is coming—and you’ve got a front-row seat to shape it. Two public comment meetings are set for Sept 17 at 6 PM and Sept 22 at…
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Teen Charged in Father’s Fatal Shooting | Columbus News
A heartbreaking family tragedy unfolds in Columbus as 19-year-old Antiono Alvarez-Taylor is charged with murdering his own father, 45-year-old Fredrick Taylor…
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WBNS 10TV Turns YouTube Into Local News Hub | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV is turning YouTube into its community’s digital newsstand, delivering local headlines, weather, sports, and heartwarming stories—all while building…
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Tragedy in a Columbus Home | Columbus News
A chilling 911 call on September 14th revealed a horrifying scene: a child reported their mother dead, followed by a terrified caller—identified as the…
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Ohio Mail-In Ballots Get New Deadline | Columbus News
Ohio’s mail-in voting rules are changing this fall after a Supreme Court ruling that now requires absentee ballots to be postmarked by a specific deadline to…
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Data Centers Driving Water Rate Hikes | Columbus News
Columbus is facing a water rate crunch as booming data centers gobble up massive amounts of water for cooling — forcing city officials to decide how to fairly…
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Ohio Judge Rules Foster Not Guilty by Insanity | Columbus News
A judge in Ohio has ruled that Bruce Foster is not guilty by reason of insanity in the February 2025 shooting at the KDC/One warehouse, where two died and four…
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Mother of 18 Faces Child Endangerment Charges | Columbus News
Sixteen children found living in a single home in Vinton County have sparked national outrage as the mother, Elizabeth Siders, faces multiple charges including…
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Miller vs Moreno Defamation Battle | Columbus News
Rep. Max Miller’s high-stakes legal battle with ex-wife Emily Moreno is escalating as a judge weighs whether her public allegations of abuse qualify as…
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Flock Cameras Under Fire | Columbus News
Ohio’s Attorney General Andy Wilson is pushing for felony penalties over misuse of Flock surveillance cameras, arguing they’re vital for finding missing…
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Not Guilty by Insanity, But Still Held | Columbus News
A New Albany shooter, who fatally gunned down two people and wounded four others, has been found not guilty by reason of insanity — meaning he didn’t…
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Ohio Schools Now Allow Nasal Epinephrine | Columbus News
Ohio just made a game-changing move for kids with severe allergies: Governor Mike DeWine signed a new law letting schools stock and use nasal-spray epinephrine…
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Siders Family Faces Multiple Abuse Charges | Columbus News
Elizabeth Siders, mother of sixteen children found in horrific conditions, faces 23 charges including child sexual abuse and endangerment, with her husband…
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Ohio State Eyes Statement Win vs Kent State | Columbus News
Ohio State Buckeyes, reeling after a heartbreaking loss to Texas, aim to make a statement this Saturday as they host Kent State — a team with a rocky season…
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Nashmi Brings Jordanian Street Food to Columbus | Columbus News
Get ready to taste Jordanian street food in Columbus—Nashmi is opening on Bethel Road with authentic shawarma, kebabs, and arayes made fresh-to-order. Hailing…
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Indian Oven Closes Downtown, Heads North | Columbus News
Indian Oven’s East Main Street spot is closing after 23 years, but don’t pack your bags — the beloved Columbus staple is moving north to a new neighborhood…
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Foster Verdict: Sanity or Prison | Columbus News
A tense verdict looms as Bruce Foster, 53, faces a life-altering decision: guilty and prison, or not guilty by reason of insanity and institutional care. The…
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Medieval Castle in Ohio for Sale | Columbus News
A medieval castle straight out of England just dropped onto the Ohio real estate scene — complete with 500-year-old European salvage, cobblestone driveways…
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Foster Verdict: Sanity or Prison | Columbus News
A tense verdict looms as Bruce Foster, 53, faces a life-altering decision: guilty and prison, or not guilty by reason of insanity and institutional care. The…
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Vinton County Abuse Case Develops | Columbus News
A major development is unfolding in the Vinton County child abuse case, as Elizabeth Siders faces serious charges and her lawyer, Thomas Stolly, ramps up his…
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Kennedy Center Closes Amid Trump Drama | Columbus News
The Kennedy Center is shutting down after a dramatic legal battle over Trump’s failed attempt to rename it — a move blocked by a federal judge and successfully…
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Ohio Uncle and Nephew Fraud Case | Columbus News
Two Ohio men got caught in a brazen federal fraud scheme: Kirk Perry, a USDA civil rights official, rigged his nephew Jamarea Grant into a cushy, unpaid job…
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Acton vs Ramaswamy on Data Center Stocks | Columbus News
Ohio’s gubernatorial race is heating up with a fiery debate over data centers and stock ownership. Amy Acton, vowing to divest from all individual stocks if…
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Olentangy Schools Earn Top Academic Honor | Columbus News
Olentangy Schools just earned a rare five-star rating on Ohio’s report card — the only district over 10,000 students to do so — showcasing top-tier…
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AG Pushes for Stricter LPR Penalties | Columbus News
Ohio’s Attorney General Andy Wilson is rallying lawmakers to impose harsh penalties—up to a fifth-degree felony and loss of badge—for police misuse of license…
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Swift and Kelce’s Sonic Privacy Fence | Columbus News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce just splashed down $5.35 million on a jaw-dropping lakefront estate in Bratenahl, Ohio — complete with a high-tech sonic alarm…
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Kroger Drops Red Bull Nationwide | Columbus News
Kroger has pulled Red Bull from all its stores nationwide, clearing shelves by August — but why? No official reason given, though they still carry other energy…
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Supreme Court Protects Mail Voting | Columbus News
The Supreme Court just handed Ohio a major win for mail-in voting, blocking the Postal Service from imposing last-minute ballot rules that could’ve caused…
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Ohio Lottery Results September 15 | Columbus News
Big wins and big jackpots hit the lottery scene this week! Ohio’s Pick 3, 4, and 5 drew fresh numbers, while Rolling Cash Five sits at $202K. Classic Lotto’s…
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Festival Traffic Alert for Licking County | Columbus News
Licking County, Ohio is about to turn into a traffic jungle this weekend as two massive music festivals—Lost Lands and Backwoods Fest—hit town on the same…
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Teacher Accused in Missing Teen Case | Columbus News
A former Springfield High School teacher, Jobe Binkley, faces interference with custody charges after allegedly harboring a missing 16-year-old girl—despite…
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Ohio’s Exports Hit by Canadian Tariffs | Columbus News
Canada’s new tariffs are hitting Ohio hard, targeting $3 billion in key exports like steel, compressors, and laundry machines—especially the auto sector, where…
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Foster’s Mental State at Trial | Columbus News
A 30-year-old man from Columbus, Bruce Foster III, faces murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing two coworkers at a New Albany warehouse in…
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Hilliard Unveils Major Park Expansion | Columbus News
Hilliard’s bold move to hand over 330 acres to Metro Parks could dramatically expand Homestead Park and boost the Big Darby Creek watershed—connecting trails…
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Mother of 16 Faces Court Amid Crisis | Columbus News
A mother of sixteen kids is facing serious legal trouble after a grand jury indicted her on nineteen child endangerment charges tied to a summer rescue from a…
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Ohio Senate Race Goes Nuclear | Columbus News
Ohio’s Senate race is exploding with cash—over $240 million spent or pledged, nearing $300 million with digital ads—and it’s a razor-thin toss-up between…
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Columbus Targets Dangerous Roberts Road | Columbus News
Columbus and Franklin County are stepping up to tackle the dangerous crash hotspot on Roberts Road, diving deep into data and exploring bold solutions—from…
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Teachers Hit by Payroll Glitch | Columbus News
Teachers in Reynoldsburg City School District are furious after a payroll glitch left some without paychecks and others with funds mysteriously…
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Judge to Rule in Bruce Foster’s Insanity Case | Columbus News
A judge in Licking County is set to deliver a life-altering verdict this Wednesday at 1 PM in the trial of Bruce Foster, the third, facing 19 charges including…
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Flood Ravages First-Gen Farm | Columbus News
Floodwaters tore through Mandy and Cameron Way’s family farm in Pike County, wiping out 95% of their crops—including prized pumpkins, broccoli, cabbage, and…
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Two Big Powerball Wins in Ohio | Columbus News
Two massive Powerball wins just hit Ohio—$2 million in Powell and $100K in Medina—showing how luck favors both self-picked and auto-pick tickets. The winning…
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Ohio Uses AI to Teach Kids | Columbus News
While the world frets over AI taking over, Ohio’s turning it into a classroom hero. Governor Mike DeWine unveiled “Super Buddy,” an AI hologram teaching kids…
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Kids Teach AI Hologram to Learn Better | Columbus News
LifeTown Columbus just unveiled its groundbreaking AI hologram, “Super Buddy” — a teaching assistant named Mia that flips the script on learning. Instead of…
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Airport Drill Alert September 17 | Columbus News
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is staging a major emergency drill on September 17th at 9 AM — think fake accidents, smoke, and emergency vehicles…
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Hilliard Pauses Flock Cameras Amid Privacy Debate | Columbus News
Hilliard City Council has paused its controversial Flock camera program amid growing national and local scrutiny over police surveillance tech. The unanimous…
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New Director Takes Charge of City’s Neighborhood Program | Columbus News
Whitehall’s new Neighborhoods Department is already in flux, with Gerald Wright stepping down just months after taking the helm—his last day August 31—and Chet…
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Ohio's New Crisis Centers Face Staffing Hurdles | Columbus News
Ohio’s new 24/7 behavioral health crisis centers, funded with $90 million in COVID relief, aim to fill a critical gap in mental health emergency care—but…
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Columbus License Plate Readers and Immigration | Columbus News
A Columbus police officer used city Flock surveillance data to track a truck fleeing ICE, sparking controversy over whether local resources are being misused…
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Kennedy Center Closes for Major Renovations | Columbus News
The Kennedy Center is shutting down for two years to undergo critical renovations, citing safety hazards — a move backed by Trump’s administration. Just days…
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UDF Gas Deal Saves 46 Cents Per Gallon | Columbus News
Gas prices just got a major discount at UDF—save 40 cents per gallon between 3–7 PM on Sept 17 at all 170+ Ohio stations. U-Drive Plus members get an extra 6…
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Ohio’s New Richest: Denise York Takes Crown | Columbus News
Ohio’s richest person has changed hands—Denise York, majority owner of the 49ers, now tops the state with $10 billion, dethroning longtime champ Les Wexner…