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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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Tepe Family Speaks on Tragic Homicide | Columbus News
A chilling Columbus double homicide from December 2025, where Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot in their home with children present, is now dominating…
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Gas Prices Dip But Still High | Columbus News
Gas prices dipped nine cents a gallon in Central Ohio, now averaging $3.80 — cheaper than a month ago but still way up from last year. Despite rising tensions…
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America 250 Celebrates in Columbus | Columbus News
Get ready for America’s 250th birthday party—Columbus, Ohio is hosting the nation’s biggest celebration on July 4, 2026, with free family fun, live music…
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Harvard Keeps Wexner Name Amid Epstein Ties | Columbus News
Harvard’s Kennedy School is keeping the name Leslie H. Wexner on its building despite student pressure, citing legal constraints — even as it explores ways to…
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Domestic Violence Death in Columbus | Columbus News
A Columbus woman, Tiffany Creech, was fatally beaten with a baseball bat by her partner, Michael Johnson, in a horrific early morning domestic violence attack…
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Columbus Eyes Soccer Future at McCoy Park | Columbus News
Columbus is poised to reshape McCoy Park into a state-of-the-art training hub for the upcoming National Women’s Soccer League team — ditching the original…
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Foggy Commutes in Central Ohio | Columbus News
Fog gripped central Ohio early June 29, turning commutes into nerve-wracking drives with near-zero visibility. The National Weather Service warned of…
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Ohio Governor’s Race Fundraising Deep Dive | Columbus News
Ohio’s governor’s race is heating up as billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton battle for the top spot, each pouring in over $10 million so…
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Hilliard Coffee Connections Finds New Home | Columbus News
Hilliard’s beloved Coffee Connections shut down abruptly due to serious structural issues at their Main Street location—but instead of fading away, the…
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Heat Dome Threatens BOOM! Fireworks | Columbus News
Get ready for sweltering heat as a major heat dome rolls in just in time for Red, White & BOOM! Temperatures will climb into the low to mid 90s through Friday…
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U.S. 23 Shutdown Near South Bloomfield | Columbus News
Major shutdown on U.S. 23 near South Bloomfield in Pickaway County— all lanes blocked both ways between SR 316 and SR 716 since early morning June 29. No…
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Arbors at Ohio Nursing Home Scandal | Columbus News
Shocking new reports reveal horrific neglect at Ohio’s Arbors nursing homes, where lawsuits allege deadly medical errors and cruel disregard for residents —…
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Ohio Public Payroll Database Live | Columbus News
Your tax dollars are funding a lot of people in central Ohio—from university presidents to cops to football coaches—and now you can finally see exactly how…
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Ohio Voters Decide ID Law | Columbus News
Ohio voters face just one ballot issue this November: a voter ID amendment that would require photo ID at the polls — a move that mirrors existing law but…
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Ryan Day Tops Ohio State Payroll | Columbus News
Ryan Day tops Ohio State’s 2025 pay list with a staggering $13.3 million, outpacing the next four highest earners combined — including medical center exec John…
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71-Year-Old Fugitive Still on the Run | Columbus News
A 71-year-old fugitive, Gordon Eugene Lambert, escaped from an Ohio prison in 1987 and has been on the run ever since—still wanted for armed and dangerous…
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Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey
Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey
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Ohio Governor's Race Is a Toss-Up | Columbus News
Ohio’s governor’s race is a razor-thin contest between Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, with a new AARP poll showing Acton leading 47% to…
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Lemongrass Bistro Closes After 30 Years | Columbus News
After 30 years as a beloved Columbus landmark, Lemongrass Fusion Bistro has shut its doors — a bittersweet end for regulars who remember birthdays, first…
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Governor Vetoes Submetering Bill
Governor Mike DeWine just vetoed a bill aimed at regulating submetering companies in Ohio—businesses that buy power in bulk and resell it to apartment and…
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Ohio Man Charged with Rape of 7-Year-Old
A chilling case in Licking County, Ohio, has erupted after a 26-year-old man, Charles Hatton, was arrested in North Carolina and charged with raping a…
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New Building, New Hope for Young Men
Ours Brothers’ Keepers just dropped a major one: their brand-new affordable housing building opens tomorrow, offering units as low as $600 a month—utilities…
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Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
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Red White Boom Fireworks Guide
Red, White & BOOM! is Columbus’ biggest free fireworks show, lighting up downtown July 3rd at 10 p.m. from Genoa Park, now with a dazzling drone show added to…
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DeWine Warns Against Haitian TPS Cuts
Governor Mike DeWine warns that ending Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants could devastate Ohio’s economy, as these workers are vital in…
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Heat Dome Warning for Central Ohio
Central Ohio braces for a brutal heat dome that will send temperatures soaring to 98 degrees by July 1—with the heat index hitting over 100 degrees daily. This…
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A Former AG’s Hopeful History for Kids
Former Deputy Attorney General Mark Weaver dropped a children’s book titled “God Bless America: 250 Years Strong” to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and…
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Don Lemon and DL Hughley Tour
Don Lemon and DL Hughley are hitting the road for their bold new tour “Anything Goes,” blending razor-sharp comedy with fearless political commentary on race…
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Blue Jackets Draft Seven New Prospects
The Blue Jackets made waves at the NHL draft, landing seven new prospects and pulling off a big trade for winger Valeri Nichushkin — a six-foot-four powerhouse…
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Columbus Restaurants Shine in Wine Awards
Twelve Columbus spots just earned top wine honors from Wine Spectator, celebrating their exceptional wine programs across three prestigious tiers—Award of…
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Bubba's Thirty-Three Coming to Reynoldsburg
Texas Roadhouse, known for its rolls and peanuts, is bringing its new Bubba’s Thirty-Three concept to central Ohio — set to open in Reynoldsburg on Taylor…
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Patricia Adkins: Still Missing After 25 Years
Twenty-five years after Patricia Adkins vanished from Marysville, Ohio, her disappearance still haunts investigators and loved ones alike. Last seen leaving…
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The Quiet Man Who Walked on the Moon
Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, wasn’t just a hero—he was a humble symbol of collective achievement. Born in Ohio in 1930, his journey from…
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Mall Decline and Urban Development Tensions
Once bustling, The Mall at Tuttle Crossing is now a ghost town with broken escalators and empty stores, sparking questions about its decline while nearby malls…
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Astor Park Finally Takes Shape
After seven years of delays caused by pandemic chaos, funding woes, and supply chain nightmares, Astor Park is finally coming to life — the long-awaited urban…
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The Land Next to Crew Stadium
Hidden behind a hedge next to Miracle-Gro Field sits a ten-acre treasure: prime, free-and-clear industrial land owned by Martin Savko since the ‘90s. While…
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From Ohio to the Moon
From Ohio kid to moonwalker, Neil Armstrong’s journey was nothing short of legendary. A Navy pilot turned NASA test flyer, he mastered the X-15 before…
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Black Father Daughter Dance Shines
Black Girl Dad Week’s big finale was the Black Father Daughter Dance at COSI, where dads strutted in style and daughters shone with pride — proving that…
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Ohio THC Drinks in Legal Limbo
Ohio’s THC drink saga heats up as lawmakers flip-flop, lawsuits temporarily win back sales, and businesses scramble to stay afloat—some even eyeing Indiana to…
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Domestic Violence Ends Life in Italian Village
A tragic domestic violence incident in Italian Village left 45-year-old Tiffany Creech dead and a juvenile injured; 41-year-old Michael J. Johnson, previously…
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Fatal Attack in Columbus Leaves Victim Dead
A brutal early Saturday morning attack on North Fourth Street in Columbus left 45-year-old Tiffany Creech dead from severe blunt force trauma, while a juvenile…
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Mother Cleared, Daughter Pays for Animal Cruelty
In a shocking Delaware County case, a mother and daughter faced animal cruelty charges after authorities seized 19 animals—including dogs, pigs, cats, and…
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Critical Injury on Livingston Ave
A brutal assault on Livingston Avenue in Columbus left one man critically injured early Saturday morning—prompting a homicide investigation and an arrest…
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I-270 South Shut Down After Serious Crash
I-270 South near Easton shut down after a major crash involving a flipped vehicle, leaving at least one person in critical condition. Traffic rerouted to SR…
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Ohio Heat Wave Warning
Central Ohio braces for a brutal heat wave starting June 29th, with temperatures hitting the 90s and humidity pushing the heat index over 100 degrees…
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Second Suspect Arrested in Dec Triple Homicide
Another suspect in the chilling December triple homicide case has been arrested — 57-year-old Antonio Travis, now facing multiple murder charges alongside…
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Two Dead in Early COTA Bus Crash
Two lives lost in a midnight collision with a COTA bus on Columbus’ East Side—investigations underway as community mourns the tragic loss. Support the show:Get…
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Harvest Pizzeria Expands with Two New Locations
Harvest Pizzeria is on a roll, opening two new spots this year—one in New Albany this fall, another in Hilliard soon after—taking over former restaurant spaces…
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Tragic Crash Kills Two in Columbus
A horrific crash erupted early Saturday morning in east Columbus, where a car collided with a COTA bus on Sunbury Road and Mock Road. Two people in the car…
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New Lanes Open on Ohio’s Accident Hotspot
New lanes opened on Ohio’s chaotic stretch of I-270 near the North Side, where 311 crashes occurred between early 2021 and mid-2026—mostly rear-end…
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Ohio Flag on Roof Fixes and Pride
Ohio’s aging Rhodes State Office Tower gets a bold, patriotic upgrade with a giant swallowtail flag painted directly onto its roof—using durable polymer…
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Ohio Schools Race to Define AI Use
Ohio schools race against a July deadline to craft AI policies, balancing classroom learning with administrative efficiency as AI reshapes education. Columbus…
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Library Turns Into Farm for Summer Reading
Columbus Metropolitan Library’s summer reading program is turning pages into adventures—kids and parents are getting up close with farm animals like chickens…
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Reynoldsburg Tightens Fourth of July Security
Cities around central Ohio are tightening security for Fourth of July fireworks this year, with Reynoldsburg requiring wristbands, age verification, and…
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Fireworks Burns: A Fourth of July Warning
July 4th fireworks may light up the sky, but they’re also lighting up ERs with burns and hand injuries—especially from those tiny sparklers that pack a heat of…
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Westerville Man Indicted in Fatal Crash
A Westerville man, Kenneth Hancock, 62, faces two counts of aggravated vehicular homicide and DUI after a fatal crash in Pataskala last August. While turning…
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Cyberattack Fallout as Tech Director Retires
As Columbus’s tech director Sam Orth retires after two years of leading the city through a devastating ransomware attack that impacted thousands, city council…
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Prevent Child Drug Exposures Now
Franklin County Children’s Services is sounding the alarm over a deadly rise in child drug exposures, launching a bold new campaign: “Lock it Up, Clean it Up…
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Columbus Invests in New Fire Trucks
Columbus is pouring in $21.5 million by 2026 to equip its fire department with new trucks and gear, addressing a critical shortage that’s forced crews to rely…
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Teen Charged in Kroger Shooting Death
A deadly shooting erupted outside a Kroger in northern Ohio on June 14th, leaving Aboubacar Fofana dead after he drove himself to the hospital…