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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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Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Flock Cameras Divide Columbus | Columbus News
Columbus police are defending their Flock license plate readers amid fierce public backlash, citing powerful family testimonials—like the father of a murdered…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bank Scammers Showing Up at Your Door | Columbus News
Scammers are flooding Ohio with a slick new hustle—posing as your bank, texting or calling to scare you into handing over your card. They’ll even show up at…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio’s Largest Layoff Hits 1,341 | Columbus News
Over 1,500 Ohio workers face layoffs as three major companies issue WARN notices — the biggest blow hitting International Motors in Springfield, cutting 1,341…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grove City Votes on Big Development | Columbus News
Grove City’s future is at a crossroads as residents debate whether to give themselves the power to veto massive developments—like data centers—that consume…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Woman Rescued After Car Washed Away | Columbus News
A woman in Fairfield County, Ohio, narrowly escaped disaster when floodwaters swept her car away—leaving her stranded on top. Rescue teams pulled her to safety…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus Police Involved in Nighttime Shooting | Columbus News
Columbus Police Involved in Nighttime Shooting | Columbus News
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus Tornado Cleanup and Recovery | Columbus News
An EF1 tornado tore through south Columbus last Tuesday, leaving destruction in its wake—and a community rallying to rebuild. Despite Monday’s rain, hundreds…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Local H and Toadies Reignite Live Energy | Columbus News
Columbus roared to life with alt-rock energy as Local H and Toadies electrified Newport Music Hall, proving their legacy still rocks. Local H celebrated 30…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Accused of Trafficking Victims in Columbus | Columbus News
Federal investigators are hunting down Raymond Jones, a 38-year-old Florida man accused of orchestrating a sprawling human trafficking ring across multiple…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Voters Face Photo ID Amendment | Columbus News
Ohio voters head to the polls this November to decide on a constitutional amendment that would make photo ID for voting permanent — a rule already in place…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!JobsOhio Probe Demands Transparency | Columbus News
Ohio’s Democratic AG candidate John Kulewicz is demanding a probe into JobsOhio, citing glaring conflicts of interest involving lobbyist and board chair Josh…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Weed Prices vs Michigan | Columbus News
Ohio’s marijuana prices are sky-high—cheapest ounce hits $112—while Michigan offers it for under $7, sparking a consumer exodus and forcing Ohio to clamp down…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Haitian Immigrants Face Deportation Pressure | Columbus News
Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are being forced to wear ankle monitors and surrender passports after the Supreme Court ended Temporary Protected…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Perry County Battles Back-to-Back Storms | Columbus News
Perry County is reeling from back-to-back devastating storms that have left homes in ruins and families displaced, with some forced to flee by boat as…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Solar Project Inches Forward | Columbus News
Ohio’s biggest solar project, Oak Run, is finally inching toward approval after a years-long legal battle. With plans for 800 megawatts of solar and 300…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Charged in Mother’s Fatal Shooting | Columbus News
A shocking tragedy unfolded in Delaware County when 18-year-old Bryanna Dutcher now faces murder and obstruction charges tied to the fatal shooting of her own…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus Recovers After Storms | Columbus News
Columbus is bouncing back from recent thunderstorms, with Mayor Ginther confirming the city’s water supply remains safe to drink despite the chaos. Power…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio's Data Center Duel | Columbus News
Ohio’s gubernatorial race is boiling over as candidates clash on data centers: Democrat Dr. Amy Acton wants a conditional pause on new builds, demanding union…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Daughter Charged in Mother's Murder | Columbus News
An 18-year-old daughter is now facing murder charges after her own mother’s fatal shooting in Delaware County, Ohio — a chilling twist that escalated when…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Funeral Turned Violent in Columbus | Columbus News
A funeral procession outside Antioch Jordan Baptist Church in Columbus turned deadly when a drive-by shooting erupted, leaving two wounded but expected to…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ten Strangers. One Island. No Escape. | Columbus News
Ten strangers arrive on a remote island mansion, only to find themselves one by one vanishing—thanks to a chilling nursery rhyme and a killer hiding in plain…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Funeral Disrupted by Drive-By Shooting | Columbus News
A drive-by shooting erupted outside Antioch Jordan Church in northeast Columbus during a funeral service, leaving two people injured but expected to survive…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dodson's Restaurant Flooded, Fundraiser Still On | Columbus News
Dodson’s Restaurant in New Lexington took a brutal hit from severe storms, flooding the building and destroying food supplies and donations for their vital…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Perry County Floods Hit Hard Again | Columbus News
Perry County is reeling from a brutal second wave of flash floods, with deadly consequences, widespread destruction, and emergency response teams racing to…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Funeral Turned Tragedy in Columbus | Columbus News
A funeral in Columbus, Ohio, turned into a nightmare when a drive-by shooting erupted as mourners left the church — shots fired from a speeding getaway car…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!German Village Flooded After Heavy Rain | Columbus News
Heavy rain slammed Central Ohio last week, turning German Village into a flooded zone with streets underwater and businesses struggling — all after tornado…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Memorial Joins PGA Tour’s Top Tier | Columbus News
The Memorial Tournament is stepping into the big leagues—officially joining the PGA Tour’s new Championship Series starting in 2028. This elite tier, running…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio’s August Rain Deluge | Columbus News
Ohio’s August is turning into a soggy nightmare—rainfall has already shattered monthly records in cities like Columbus and Dayton, with more storms on the way…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Manila Bakery Opens in Columbus | Columbus News
Manila Bakery just dropped its first storefront in Columbus, serving up Filipino baked goods with a purple yam twist — think ube pandesal, cookies, and bread…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio State Tops AP Poll Again | Columbus News
Ohio State tops the preseason AP poll for the first time since 2015, poised for another deep playoff run with a stacked 2026 schedule featuring six ranked…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tornado Flips Car on I-71 | Columbus News
A driver on I-71 in Columbus had a heart-pounding ride when their car flipped over during a violent EF1 tornado that touched down around 10:12 AM—winds hitting…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sirens Blared, Tornado Didn’t Warn | Columbus News
Tornado sirens blared in central Ohio Saturday night — but no warning was issued Tuesday when an actual EF1 tornado touched down. The National Weather Service…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus Weather Crisis and Water Safety | Columbus News
Columbus is bracing for fallout from severe storms that hit the city, sparking concerns over the water supply — but Mayor Andrew Ginther assures residents the…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jonas Brothers Return to Columbus | Columbus News
Jonas Brothers are back in Columbus for a second time this year, igniting the Nationwide Arena on October 16th as part of their massive 45-city “Burning Up…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Delaware County Tragedy Unfolds | Columbus News
A shocking murder unfolded in Delaware County on August 14th when 55-year-old Tamela Dutcher was fatally shot inside her home. Two young men, Dajameous Payne…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dixon Sentenced for Police Shooting | Columbus News
Daveonte Dixon gets 67 to 72.5 years in prison for shooting and wounding two Mifflin Township officers in May 2025, as Judge Carl Aveni delivers the sentence…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Major I-71 Crash Near Polaris | Columbus News
Major crash shuts down I-71 near Polaris Parkway—two semis and a car collide before 10 AM, closing all northbound lanes and impacting southbound traffic past…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!23-Year-Old Sentenced to 67 Years | Columbus News
A 23-year-old man, Daveonte Dixon, faces at least 67 years in prison after fleeing police during a high-stakes chase that lasted two days — and even firing…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Lawyer Accused of Controlling Pension Board | Columbus News
A watchdog group is demanding the Ohio Supreme Court investigate lawyer Seth Metcalf over allegations he manipulated state pension officials and violated…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!WBNS 10TV Brings Local News to YouTube | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, is turning local news into a daily YouTube must-watch—delivering weather, sports, community gems, and real-time updates with a…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Loss in Zanesville Storm | Columbus News
A young man, Kieler Roush, lost his life in Zanesville after being struck by a tree that fell during a storm — a heartbreaking reminder of nature’s raw power…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sugar Bar Reborn in Short North | Columbus News
Get ready to savor Latin and Mediterranean flavors at Sugar, the new hotspot in the Short North opening August 27th — a stylish revival of the old Sugar Bar…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus Gas Prices Surge to $4.36 | Columbus News
Gas prices are skyrocketing, hitting an average of $4.36 a gallon — up 35 cents in just one week — as global supply disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!OSU East Apartments Break Ground | Columbus News
Construction kicks off on OSU East, Columbus’ newest apartment complex near the airport, with 336 units across 11 buildings—just the first phase of a 474-unit…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grove City Votes on Big Projects | Columbus News
Grove City residents could soon vote on whether major developments like data centers need public approval before moving forward, after a charter amendment…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Woman Faces Charges After 18 Children | Columbus News
In a jaw-dropping case from Vinton County, Ohio, Elizabeth Siders is facing felony child endangerment charges after giving birth to four consecutive sets of…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Miller Under Fire as Ethics Probe Begins | Columbus News
Congressman Max Miller faces a mounting ethics probe over allegations of domestic violence, family abuse, and drug use—claims he reportedly requested be…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Miller Under Fire as Election Nears | Columbus News
Ohio’s 7th District voters are torn as allegations of assault against Rep. Max Miller swirl—three women have come forward, and his ex-wife, daughter of a U.S…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio’s Road Safety Push Faces New Challenges | Columbus News
Ohio’s road safety investment has soared — from $104 million in 2018 to $191 million by 2026 — fueled by Governor Mike DeWine’s personal tragedy and a gas tax…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Floods Disrupt Courts and Communities | Columbus News
Central Ohio braced for chaos as weekend thunderstorms unleashed rivers of rain, downed power lines, and snapped trees across Columbus — with German Village…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tree Falls Kill Young Man on Ridge Avenue | Columbus News
A tragic tree collapse on Ridge Avenue claimed the life of a young man in his twenties Sunday afternoon, as rain-soaked ground weakened the tree’s roots…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mothers United Bring Support to Columbus Youth | Columbus News
Mothers United Against Gun Violence, born in Alabama and now expanding to Columbus, is rolling up its sleeves to fight youth violence head-on—by listening…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio Chase Ends in Stolen Weapons Bust | Columbus News
Two Ohio teens turned a routine traffic stop into a high-speed, multi-county chase in a stolen car packed with 27 guns and a taser — all worth nearly $17K —…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gabby's Legacy Drives Pedestrian Safety | Columbus News
A Cincinnati mother’s devastating loss of her 15-year-old daughter in a hit-and-run eight years ago ignited a powerful movement for pedestrian safety. Now…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Storms Pass, Calm Returns | Columbus News
Tornado warnings hit southeast Franklin and northwest Fairfield counties Saturday night as a storm system unleashed heavy rain, gusty winds, and isolated…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ohio’s Pedestrian Crisis and Road Safety | Columbus News
Ohio’s pedestrian death toll is climbing—defying national trends—due to distracted driving, massive vehicles, and roads built for cars, not people. Cities are…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Power Outages and School Reopening | Columbus News
Franklin County’s still reeling from a brutal weekend of weather — thousands without power after an EF1 tornado and fast-moving storms, while Perry County…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Franklin County Steps In to Save Maryhaven | Columbus News
Franklin County is stepping in to rescue Maryhaven, the long-standing nonprofit serving mental health and addiction services since 1953, after it hit a…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Kids on the Block Chaos at Ohio State Fair | Columbus News
In 1989, New Kids on the Block’s Ohio State Fair concert turned into a historic disaster — 25,000 fans packed a venue built for 8,000, leading to chaos…
Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rally's in Grove City Closes Permanently | Columbus News
A Rally’s on Stringtown Road in Grove City has shut down for good — leaving central Ohio with one fewer late-night burger spot. Though the exact reason remains…