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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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Fox in the Snow Expands to Lane Avenue | Columbus News
Fox in the Snow is expanding again—opening its seventh location on Lane Avenue in Upper Arlington on July 11th at 8 AM. The spot, once a bike shop, marks a big…
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Columbus High School Test Scores Voided | Columbus News
Columbus schools just invalidated key end-of-course exam scores at two high schools, forcing some students to retake tests to graduate — but most seniors are…
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Whitehall Recall: Race, Politics, and Power | Columbus News
A heated recall election in Whitehall ended with Mayor Michael Bivens and two council members staying in office, but the NAACP called it a “manufactured…
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Truck Driver Arrested After Fatal Crash | Columbus News
A truck driver faces charges after a fatal crash on I-71 South that killed 21-year-old UMass Lowell soccer goalkeeper Tobias Forsythe. The 42-year-old driver…
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Four Charged in Vinton County Child Abuse Case | Columbus News
Sixteen children were found in horrific conditions in Vinton County, leading to felony child endangerment charges against four adults — Gary L. Siders Junior…
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Manhattan Skyscraper Shows Structural Warning | Columbus News
A 38-story Midtown Manhattan building is in serious danger of collapse after inspectors discovered major structural damage—two key support columns compromised…
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Truck Driver Charged After Fatal Crash | Columbus News
A semi-truck driver in Madison County, Ohio, faces felony charges after allegedly hiding a missing dashcam following a fatal crash that killed 21-year-old…
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Ohio Has $4.8B in Unclaimed Funds | Columbus News
Ohio’s got $4.8 billion in unclaimed cash—your money, waiting to be claimed—before the state officially grabs it. Big sports teams like the Browns, Blue…
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Chick-fil-A’s Cow Game & Free Fries | Columbus News
Chick-fil-A’s new “Spot the Cows” game in their app lets you dress up cows for a shot at free waffle fries—perfect for National French Fry Day on July 10th…
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Sixteen Kids Found in Horrific Conditions | Columbus News
Sixteen kids found in horrific conditions in Vinton County—four adults charged with endangering children, including 73-year-old Gary L. Siders Senior, whose…
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Tornado and Macroburst Hit Mahoning County | Columbus News
Severe storms tore through Mahoning County, Ohio, over the Fourth of July weekend, unleashing both an EF1 tornado and a devastating macroburst — each packing…
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Luxury Homes Soar Across Central Ohio | Columbus News
Luxury real estate in central Ohio is heating up, with Franklin County’s most expensive home selling for $3.2 million in New Albany and Delaware County’s top…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $434M | Columbus News
Powerball just hit a jaw-dropping $434 million jackpot—no one won on the July 6 draw, so the prize keeps climbing. Next up, July 8, with a lump-sum payout of…
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Man Killed in Columbus Shooting | Columbus News
A 33-year-old man, Ernest LaQuaun Burley, was fatally shot during an argument on the Near East Side of Columbus on July 6th, sparking a murder investigation…
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Ohio Schools Mandate AI Policies | Columbus News
Ohio just became the first state to legally require all public schools to adopt AI policies by July 1st, tying compliance to educator licenses. While the state…
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Ohio Home Rescue Shocks Community | Columbus News
Sixteen children rescued from a cramped Ohio home were kept in a single 12x12 room, with seven hospitalized—including two airlifted—after authorities uncovered…
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New Albany’s Top Earners Revealed | Columbus News
New Albany’s top city officials are earning big bucks—city manager Joseph Stefanov leads with $257,225, followed closely by administrative director Adrienne…
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Shooting in Columbus Leaves One Dead | Columbus News
Tragedy struck Columbus, Ohio, Monday night when a shooting near Old Leonard and Rose Avenue left one dead—police have no suspect info yet, but are urgently…
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Children Removed From Hamden Home | Columbus News
Sixteen kids ripped from a home in Hamden, Ohio, amid “horrific” conditions—four adults arrested, community rallying at a local church for support, neighbors…
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July Fourth Shooting in Westerville | Columbus News
A July Fourth fireworks display turned deadly in Westerville when a shooting erupted in a nearby parking lot, leaving one man critically injured and two…
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Ohio’s July Fourth Road Tragedy | Columbus News
Eighteen lives vanished in eighteen separate crashes across Ohio over the July Fourth weekend — a sobering toll that underscores the deadly cost of risky…
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Twins Lost, Sixteen Found in Horror | Columbus News
Sixteen kids found locked in horrific conditions in Vinton County—now the parents, Gary and Elizabeth Siders, face charges after it’s revealed they also lost…
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Manhunt On for Ohio Murder Suspect | Columbus News
A deadly manhunt is underway in Ohio for 20-year-old Lezleon Evans, wanted for the November 21, 2025, homicide of Lamar Ross in downtown Columbus. After being…
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Manhunt Disrupts Veteran Celebration | Columbus News
A tense 24-hour manhunt in Columbus’s south side ended with the arrest of an armed suspect, forcing the cancellation of the American Legion’s Fourth of July…
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Young Man Killed in Haldy Avenue Shooting | Columbus News
A 23-year-old man, Demiceo Thompson, was fatally shot on Haldy Avenue late Sunday night, leaving his family and community heartbroken. Police are withholding…
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Sixteen Children Removed Amid Abuse Crisis | Columbus News
Sixteen kids ripped from their home in Hamden, Ohio, amid abuse claims—shocking local leaders who now scramble for state aid as the county, already strapped…
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Building Businesses Through Authentic Social Media | Columbus News
Social media isn’t just for likes anymore—it’s fueling real businesses in Columbus. Julie Miller turned her family’s daily “What Should We Do Today?” question…
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Fatal Shooting on Columbus West Side | Columbus News
Fatal Shooting on Columbus West Side | Columbus News
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Twin Girls' Tragic Birth and Rescue Case | Columbus News
Tragic new details emerge in the Vinton County case: conjoined twins Bailey and Faith Siders, born and died at 24 weeks on November 20, 2022, succumbed to…
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Officer-Involved Shooting in Columbus | Columbus News
In a tense standoff in south Columbus, police responded to a report of a man wielding a propane torch and gun assaulting a woman at a homeless encampment…
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Columbus Youth Fireworks Chaos | Columbus News
Columbus police are investigating a wave of youth violence and dangerously close fireworks during the Fourth of July weekend in the Short North — all caught on…
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Sunbury Voters Decide Amazon Data Center Fate | Columbus News
Sunbury residents are rallying to stop Amazon’s proposed 1,300-acre data center, submitting over 450 signatures to force a public vote—far exceeding the 172…
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Ohio Surplus Sparks Debate | Columbus News
Ohio just smashed its tax revenue goals, landing a whopping $1.75 billion surplus—larger than last year’s record. Personal income taxes led the charge…
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USA vs Belgium: Redemption on the Pitch | Columbus News
The USMNT is back in the hunt for a World Cup quarterfinal spot, facing Belgium in a high-stakes Round of 16 clash in Seattle — a rematch of their 2014…
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Granddaughter Surprises Veteran on Honor Flight | Columbus News
A Vietnam vet named John Kelly took an emotional Honor Flight to Washington D.C., where his granddaughter Hannah—working on Capitol Hill—surprised him at the…
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Ohio Holiday Weekend Fatality Spike | Columbus News
Eighteen lives lost in Ohio over the July 4th weekend—up from ten last year—highlight a dangerous trend: too many drivers and riders skipped basic safety. In…
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Hiker Falls to Her Death on Ohio Cliffs | Columbus News
A heartbreaking hiking tragedy unfolded in Hocking Hills, Ohio, when 63-year-old Nancy Baker from Iowa died after falling from a cliff on May 20th while hiking…
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Cinema’s Top 10 Films of Mid-2026 | Columbus News
Halfway through 2026, cinema’s delivering bold, boundary-pushing stories—from indie gems to genre-bending blockbusters. Top the list: Obsession, a razor-sharp…
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Sixteen Kids Rescued in Vinton County | Columbus News
Sixteen kids rescued from horrific conditions in Vinton County, Ohio — four adults arrested — as community rallies to help. A new trust fund is being set up…
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Sgt Ries Remembered in Statewide Tribute | Columbus News
Sgt. Scott Ries, a dedicated 10-year veteran of the Rittman Police Department, gave his life responding to a shooting in Wayne County. Governor Mike DeWine has…
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Judge Blocks Trump Immigration Policy | Columbus News
A federal judge in Columbus has temporarily blocked a Trump-era immigration policy that unfairly delayed benefits for legal immigrants based on their home…
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Free U.S. Soccer Watch Party July 6 | Columbus News
Columbus Crew is hosting a free, open-air watch party for the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team’s World Cup showdown against Belgium on July 6th at…
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Columbus Summer Festivals You Can’t Miss | Columbus News
Summer in Columbus is alive with free festivals and fairs—think music, food, culture, and corn! This weekend kick off with the Westerville Music & Arts…
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AI Enhances Doctors’ Vision and Time | Columbus News
AI is revolutionizing healthcare in central Ohio, giving doctors super-powered vision to catch hidden issues like tiny polyps or subtle blockages, while also…
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Ohio Reports Surge in Cyclosporiasis Cases | Columbus News
Ohio’s seeing a spike in cyclosporiasis, a nasty stomach bug causing explosive diarrhea, with 177 cases reported as of July 2nd—mostly in June. While not new…
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A Community Mourns a Fallen Hero | Columbus News
A small Ohio town is reeling from the tragic loss of Sergeant Scott Ries, a beloved veteran officer killed in the line of duty. Sheriff Thomas Ballinger and…
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Ohio Honors Fallen Officer with Half-Staff | Columbus News
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered all state and county flags to fly at half-staff in honor of fallen Rittman Police Sergeant Scott Ries, who died in a…
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Brothers Charged After July 4 Shooting | Columbus News
Two brothers, Derrick and Elvis Oppong, 19 and 18, face felony assault charges after a violent shooting near County Line Road in Westerville right after the…
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Hardin’s Parade Play Sparks Mayor Rumors | Columbus News
Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin turned heads at the Doo Dah parade with his “Hardin Run Club,” complete with cheeky signs like “The rumors are…
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Ohio’s Wage Crisis Exposed | Columbus News
Ohio’s economy is in crisis for working families: four of the state’s top ten jobs—employing over 500,000 people—pay so little that full-time workers with kids…
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Tragedy in Rittman Leaves Officer Dead | Columbus News
A deadly shooting in Rittman, Ohio, left four dead—including fallen officer Sgt. Scott Ries—sending shockwaves through the tight-knit community. As…
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Bucyrus Train Derailment and Acid Spill | Columbus News
A train derailed in Bucyrus, Ohio, sending 19 cars off the tracks—including one carrying dangerous hydrochloric acid—triggering an evacuation. By morning…
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Corpse Flower About to Bloom | Columbus News
Get ready for nature’s ultimate spectacle — the rare, stinky titan arum, aka the corpse flower, is about to bloom at Franklin Park Conservatory. This massive…
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Sixteen Children Removed in Ohio Welfare Crisis | Columbus News
Sixteen children were removed from a home in southeastern Ohio amid horrific living conditions, sparking a state investigation into the family’s child welfare…
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Jeff's Donuts Opens 247 in Columbus | Columbus News
Jeff’s Donuts is rolling into Columbus this Wednesday with its first franchised location — open 24/7 and ready to satisfy your sweet tooth anytime. Founded in…
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Ohio Student Loans Face New Limits | Columbus News
Student loan debt in Ohio is now averaging $35,000, thanks to new federal limits rolled out a year ago. Graduate students now face borrowing caps—$50,000/year…
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Tragic Hiking Accident in Hocking Hills | Columbus News
A heartbreaking hiking tragedy unfolded in Hocking Hills, Ohio, when 63-year-old Nancy Baker plummeted over a cliff at Cantwell Cliffs while trekking with her…
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Ohio Governor Race Tightens in 2026 | Columbus News
Ohio’s 2026 governor’s race is heating up as Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy battle in a razor-thin contest, with new polls showing Acton…
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JobsOhio Under Fire Over Transparency | Columbus News
Ohio’s attorney general race is boiling over as candidates zero in on JobsOhio, the state’s economic development agency, accusing it of lacking transparency…