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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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Ohio Approves Fracking on 15K Acres | Columbus News
Ohio just greenlit fracking on 15,000 acres of public land—most in the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area—with bids totaling over $241 million in lease bonuses…
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Old Coal Plants Costing Us More | Columbus News
A new Ohio report is exposing how outdated coal plants, some from the 1950s, are being propped up at our expense—costing consumers more and stifling cleaner…
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Ohio’s Campus Civics Centers Gain Power | Columbus News
Ohio’s new Senate Bill 461 could turn campus civics centers into full-fledged, tuition-funded colleges with complete autonomy—raising alarms over tuition…
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Four Dead in Rittman Shooting | Columbus News
A horrific shooting on July 5th in Rittman left four dead, including a fallen police officer who died in the line of duty. Two other officers were injured, and…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Alert | Columbus News
A nationwide surge in cyclosporiasis cases is causing explosive diarrhea and nausea, with Ohio reporting over 170 cases — and symptoms often mistaken for E…
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Four Adults Charged in Child Neglect Case | Columbus News
Four adults in Vinton County face felony child endangerment charges after 16 kids were found in horrific conditions—so bad the sheriff said livestock were…
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Ohio Flag Football Shines with First All-Metro Team | Columbus News
Flag football explodes in Ohio with its first-ever state tournament and a star-studded All-Metro team, featuring Jolie Porter as Athlete of the Year. Top…
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O'Ward Claims First Win at Mid-Ohio | Columbus News
Pato OWard shocks the field with his first win of the season at Mid-Ohio, outlasting teammate Christian Lundgaard in a nail-biting battle that saw him pass the…
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Harrington’s Triple Crown & Golf Tips | Columbus News
Padraig Harrington just claimed his third U.S. Senior Open title, earning $800K and becoming the first to defend it back-to-back since 2005-2006. At 54, the…
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Wexner’s Global Film Summer | Columbus News
Get ready for a cinematic world tour without leaving your seat—The Wexner Center’s “A Summer Abroad” drops July 9 with 14 globally acclaimed films, from…
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Michaels Redesigns Store for Local Crafters | Columbus News
Michaels just dropped a major retail surprise in Columbus, Ohio — their first-ever “vignette” store concept at Easton Town Center, complete with DIY candle…
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Kelleys Island Floods Recede But Caution Remains | Columbus News
Kelleys Island took a soaking—nearly 16 inches of rain in one day—triggering widespread flooding and turning roads into muddy nightmares. Local police issued…
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Sixteen Children Rescued in Ohio Horror | Columbus News
Sixteen children rescued from horrific, unsanitary conditions in a Hamden, Ohio home—four adults arrested—sparks urgent community outcry and a relentless push…
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Solar Farms vs Farmland in Ohio | Columbus News
Solar farms are sparking heated debate across Ohio, with opponents fearing farmland loss and rural character erosion — but the reality? Less than 0.14% of…
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England Norway US Belgium Clash | Columbus News
England stunned Mexico 3-2 in Mexico City, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice, Harry Kane converting a penalty after a red card, and Norway’s Erling Haaland…
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Knox County Saw a | Columbus News
Knox County saw a dramatic shift in local politics as a surprise candidate surged to victory, reshaping the county’s future and sparking nationwide debate over…
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Gas Prices Drop But Stay High | Columbus News
Gas prices in central Ohio dipped last week, falling nearly 20 cents to an average of $3.61 per gallon — a relief after the Fourth of July’s record highs, but…
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Two New Humboldt Penguins Debut | Columbus News
Two adorable new Humboldt penguin chicks have officially graduated from “penguin preschool” and are now swimming freely in the Columbus Zoo’s main habitat — a…
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Tragic Crash Claims Young Driver's Life | Columbus News
A tragic crash on I-71 claimed the life of 21-year-old Tobias Forsythe early July 5th, when his Honda Accord collided with a semi-truck near mile marker 82…
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Woody Hayes Center Gets $125M Overhaul | Columbus News
Ohio State’s Woody Hayes Athletic Center is getting a $125 million overhaul—expanding locker rooms, training areas, and offices to meet growing team demands…
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Shooting in Hilltop Leaves One in Critical Condition | Columbus News
Shooting in Hilltop Leaves One in Critical Condition | Columbus News
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Ohio Bill Lets Survivors Break Leases | Columbus News
Ohio’s survivors of sexual violence could soon get a legal lifeline: a new bipartisan bill would let them break leases or get new locks without penalty, if…
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Siders Family Charged in Child Endangerment Case | Columbus News
Four Siders family members face 16 counts of child endangerment after authorities uncovered horrific conditions at their Vinton County home—where children…
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Tragic Shooting in Northeast Ohio | Columbus News
A deadly shooting in northeast Ohio left four dead, including a Rittman police officer and two wounded officers, plus a K-9 dog. The suspect and two others…
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Early Morning Garage Fire in Columbus | Columbus News
A fierce 4 AM fire erupted on Beresford Street in southeast Columbus, completely destroying a garage and damaging the siding of two adjacent homes—luckily, no…
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Ohio Pushes for Volunteer SAR Oversight | Columbus News
Ohio is pushing for a statewide credentialing system for volunteer search and rescue groups after growing concerns they’re operating without oversight, risking…
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Rittman Officer Killed in Line of Duty | Columbus News
A tragic shooting in Rittman, Ohio, claimed the life of a police officer and left two others injured, including a K9 unit, as shots erupted during a…
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Delaware City Leaders Earn Top Salaries | Columbus News
Delaware’s top city officials are cashing in big—City Manager Paul Brake leads with $205,599, followed closely by Police Chief Adam Moore at $174,517. A public…
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Norfolk Southern Train Derailment in Bucyrus | Columbus News
A Norfolk Southern train derailed Sunday night in Bucyrus, Ohio, sparking an evacuation scare over a possible hydrochloric acid leak—but no leaks were found…
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Train Derailment Sparks Evacuation | Columbus News
A train derailed in Crawford County Sunday night, spilling hydrochloric acid and raising fears of explosion—prompting a one-mile evacuation zone around…
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Train Derailment Spills Hazardous Acid in Bucyrus | Columbus News
A train derailed in Bucyrus, Ohio, late Sunday night, carrying hydrochloric acid — a dangerous, corrosive chemical that can cause severe burns and respiratory…
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Ohio Jobs Can’t Cover Basic Bills | Columbus News
Ohio’s new report reveals a harsh reality: 84.5% of the state’s jobs don’t pay enough to cover basic living costs for a family of three, with four of the top…
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Doo Dah Parade: Silliness in the Short North | Columbus News
Doo Dah Parade: Silliness in the Short North | Columbus News
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Man Escapes Police Chase in Columbus Woods | Columbus News
Man Escapes Police Chase in Columbus Woods | Columbus News
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Homeownership Hurdles in Columbus | Columbus News
Homeownership in Columbus is slipping out of reach for many, as a new report reveals skyrocketing prices and stagnant incomes. Corporate investors are gobbling…
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Tragic I-71 Crash Claims Young Life | Columbus News
A tragic crash on I-71 southbound early Sunday morning claimed the life of 21-year-old Tobias Forsythe from Gahanna, who was struck by a semitruck near mile…
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Tragic Crash on I-71 South | Columbus News
A deadly crash on I-71 southbound in Madison County claims the life of 21-year-old Tobias Forsythe after his Honda Accord collided with a semi-truck. The truck…
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Tragedy in Columbus Apartment Shooting | Columbus News
At 4 AM in north Columbus, gunfire erupted on East Hudson Street, leaving one man dead and another critically injured. Police believe the incident may have…
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North Side Shooting Under Investigation | Columbus News
A deadly early-morning shooting on Columbus’ North Side left one man dead and another injured—police suspect a domestic dispute between roommates, with…
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Fireworks Night Shooting in Westerville | Columbus News
Fireworks Night Shooting in Westerville | Columbus News
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Harrington Makes History at Senior Open | Columbus News
Padraig Harrington just rewrote history at the U.S. Senior Open, becoming the first player in 41 years to win it three times—with a stunning Sunday comeback…
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Ohio at a Crossroads After Supreme Court | Columbus News
The Supreme Court just dropped a wave of seismic rulings that could reshape Ohio’s future — from civil rights to environmental policy — while the state’s…
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Fireworks Night Turned Violent in Westerville | Columbus News
Westerville’s Fourth of July fireworks ended in chaos as a shooting erupted near County Line Road after the display, leaving one person in critical condition…
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Teen Killed in Marion County Crash | Columbus News
A sixteen-year-old boy tragically lost his life after being struck by a vehicle on Likens-Chapel Road in Marion County; the crash involved a Ford rear-ending a…
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Man Wanted After July 4 Shootout | Columbus News
Columbus police are hunting 41-year-old Michael Magyar, a white male, 6’2”, thin, with thinning brown hair and tattoos above his lip and neck, last seen…
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Shots Fired at Fairwood Park | Columbus News
Shots fired at Fairwood Park in southeast Columbus around 5:40 AM left one woman in critical condition; police have one suspect in custody as the park remains…
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Teen Killed in Marion County Crash | Columbus News
A sixteen-year-old boy died in a horrific late-night crash on Likens-Chapel Road in Marion County, struck from behind while standing behind a parked…
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Five Arrested in Morgan County Child Abuse Case | Columbus News
Five adults in Morgan County, Ohio, face serious charges after a welfare check revealed a severely injured juvenile — including felonious assault and child…
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Sonic Temple Festival Goes Big | Columbus News
Sonic Temple just smashed records—expanding with a brand-new Altar Stage and packing four days of rock and metal into Historic Crew Stadium. Big names like My…
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Ohio State Settles Strauss Abuse Case | Columbus News
Ohio State just paid $100 million to 279 survivors of former doctor Richard Strauss, who allegedly abused over 500 students—mostly athletes—over two decades…
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Eleven Charged in Cross-Border Trafficking Ring | Columbus News
Federal agents just dropped a massive indictment charging 11 people—including 6 from central Ohio—with trafficking sex, drugs, and guns in a sprawling…
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Cold Case: Seeking Justice for Gregory Fanning | Columbus News
Columbus police are reopening a 10-year-old homicide in hopes of finally bringing closure to the family of Gregory Fanning, who was fatally shot in a parking…
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Student Debt Rules Just Changed | Columbus News
Student loan debt is hitting a breaking point as new federal rules reshape repayment and borrowing—less than 40% of borrowers are current, caps are tightening…
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Hayden Run Bridge: From Crisis to Legacy | Columbus News
In 1967, the Silver Bridge collapse shocked the nation, sparking a nationwide bridge safety overhaul. In Franklin County, Ohio, the aging Hayden Run Road…
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Allergy Season Is Worse Than Ever | Columbus News
Allergy season is hitting harder and lasting longer thanks to warmer climates extending pollen seasons—meaning more people are suffering through runny noses…
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Columbus Transit, Dogs, and New Flights | Columbus News
Columbus is rolling out its biggest transit upgrade yet with LinkUS, starting this fall with groundbreaking on a high-speed bus corridor along West Broad…
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Singing for Freedom in Uniform | Columbus News
Staff Sergeant Szu-Yu Chu, a tiny powerhouse of patriotism, turned her lifelong love of music into a mission of service—singing the National Anthem while in…
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SWAT Searches Square Mile for Shooting Suspect | Columbus News
SWAT Searches Square Mile for Shooting Suspect | Columbus News
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Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
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Shooting at Mosque After Tow Truck Dispute | Columbus News
Shooting at Mosque After Tow Truck Dispute | Columbus News