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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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Worthington’s $52M Apartment Plan Sparks Referendum | Columbus News
Worthington’s $52 million apartment project sparks fierce debate as residents rally to stop it—pushing for a voter referendum after the city council approved…
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Columbus' Forgotten Apollo 7 Pilot | Columbus News
Donn Eisele, Columbus’ forgotten astronaut, helped ignite America’s space dreams aboard Apollo 7—the first crewed mission after the Apollo 1 tragedy. With his…
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Getting There Wraps Up Road Updates | Columbus News
The “Getting There” column is wrapping up after 15 months of keeping you updated on road closures and construction chaos — from OVI vehicles to headlight glare…
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Grove City Data Center Vote and Surveillance Pause | Columbus News
Grove City’s November ballot features a major charter amendment opposing data centers, sparking local debate as election day nears. Meanwhile, Columbus has…
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Alicia Titus Legacy of Peace | Columbus News
Twenty-five years after her death on 9/11, Alicia Titus’s legacy lives on through her parents’ tireless work for peace — from founding a memorial fund to…
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Ohio’s First Wild Armadillo? | Columbus News
A new armadillo has been found dead in Ohio — and scientists think it might be the first to arrive naturally, not hitchhiking. While armadillos have been…
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The Marine Who Refused to Quit | Columbus News
On 9/11, Marine Jason Thomas raced toward Ground Zero knowing it was no accident. Amid collapsing towers and choking ash, he joined fellow Marines and…
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Man Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse Charges | Columbus News
A Marion County man, Phillip Vanscoy, 32, pleaded guilty to four felonies for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material — charges stemming from…
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Amazon Driver vs Homeowner Ends in Tragedy | Columbus News
A deadly road rage incident erupted in Marion County, Ohio, when an Amazon delivery driver was struck by a homeowner’s vehicle after a tense confrontation that…
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Ground Zero Survivor's Lasting Legacy | Columbus News
David Fisher, who lived just blocks from the World Trade Center on 9/11, witnessed the towers fall and became a lifeline for first responders at his…
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Brahms Requiem Brings Hope and Unity | Columbus News
This Sunday, September 13th, the First Church Choir in Columbus will perform Johannes Brahms’ hauntingly beautiful Ein Deutsches Requiem at 4 PM — a free…
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Vance’s Convention Playbook | Columbus News
Vice President JD Vance delivered a powerful, emotionally charged speech at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, positioning himself as a unifying…
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Kenyatta Jackson’s Senior Surge | Columbus News
Kenyatta Jackson Jr., Ohio State’s standout defensive end, is defying the NFL draft trend by returning for his senior year—already a force with six and a half…
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Ohio’s Halloween Stars Go National | Columbus News
Three Central Ohio talents are taking center stage on Food Network this weekend—pumpkin carving pros Brian “Tator” Edwards and David Smith battle it out on…
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Marching 110 Gets Dedicated Practice Field | Columbus News
After a century of scrambling for practice space, Ohio University’s Marching 110 finally has its own state-of-the-art facility — funded entirely by private…
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Synagogue Security Boosts Community Safety | Columbus News
As Rosh Hashanah looms, synagogues brace for heightened security — and Bexley’s new police resource center next to Congregation Torat Emet is turning heads…
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Flood Rescue Saves 16 Dogs in Ohio | Columbus News
When floodwaters surged through a Jackson County dog shelter in central Ohio, rescuers launched a high-stakes boat evacuation to save 16 dogs—including…
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Ohio Targets Data Center Tax Breaks | Columbus News
Ohio lawmakers are poised to overhaul data center tax breaks ahead of elections, targeting both sales and property tax exemptions as tech giants rake in…
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Ohio Woman Stuck With Strangers' Medical Bills | Columbus News
A woman in Ohio, Andrea Martin, discovered hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent medical claims on her insurance account—claims tied to a completely…
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Ohio Schools Struggle With Bus Driver Shortage | Columbus News
Ohio’s school districts are in crisis as a bus driver shortage forces kids to miss critical first-period classes, with schools struggling to compete with…
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AI Powerhouses and Ohio’s Future | Columbus News
Ohio State University’s president is pushing for AI fluency across campus, seeing it as essential for future research and prosperity, even as the state…
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Reynoldsburg Shuts Down License Plate Cameras | Columbus News
Reynoldsburg is shutting down its controversial Flock license plate reader cameras after Mayor Joe Begeny concluded they weren’t stopping crime — despite…
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Flock Cameras Under Fire Again | Columbus News
Another law enforcement agency is under fire for potential misuse of Flock license plate readers—this time Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, investigating one…
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Weather Watch: Warmth, Showers, and Thunder Ahead | Columbus News
Tonight: scattered showers, patchy fog before sunrise, unseasonably warm temps in the mid 60s. Friday: fog lifts, mix of clouds, afternoon highs in the low…
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Santi the Red Panda Remembered | Columbus News
A beloved red panda named Santi, known for her intelligence, playful personality, and sweet paw-high-fives, passed away unexpectedly from gastric torsion in…
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Cyclospora Cases Drop in Ohio | Columbus News
Cyclospora cases in Ohio are plummeting—down 75% to just 70 new infections this week—signaling a cooling trend in the widespread outbreak that’s hit 17 states…
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Worthington’s New Bookstore with Soul | Columbus News
Worthington, Ohio just got its second independent bookstore—and it’s brewing more than just coffee. The Whispering Page, opened September 3rd in a historic…
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Mother Deemed Competent After Child’s Death | Columbus News
A 46-year-old Columbus woman, Laronda Mims, has been declared competent to stand trial for allegedly causing the death of a three-year-old boy who died from…
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Lime Spill Closes Route 23 South | Columbus News
A commercial truck spilled one to two tons of caustic lime on U.S. Route 23 South in Pickaway County just after 8 AM, forcing a major road closure. Both…
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Ohio Proposes Property Tax Cap | Columbus News
Ohio lawmakers are pushing a bold new plan to cap property tax hikes at 3% annually—tied to inflation—to shield homeowners from sudden, steep bills when…
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Central Ohio Weekend Events Guide | Columbus News
Central Ohio’s weekend is electric with music, festivals, and adrenaline-pumping action—from O.A.R. and Thomas Rhett rocking the stage to Juanes bringing Latin…
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Ohio’s $50M Grant for Future Students | Columbus News
Ohio just landed a $50 million federal grant—its biggest ever—to empower 20,000 disadvantaged students annually across 130 schools over five years. This bold…
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Toledo Blade’s Future Hangs in Balance | Columbus News
The Toledo Blade, a long-standing local newspaper, is racing against time to find a buyer before December 31—or risk permanent closure. As print journalism…
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First Snow Forecast for Ohio Winter | Columbus News
Get ready, Ohio — the Farmers’ Almanac’s first winter snow forecast is here, predicting early flakes as soon as November in the north, with southern parts…
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Grandview Heights Seeks First Dog Mayor | Columbus News
Grandview Heights is electing its first-ever Dog Mayor — a furry ruler who’ll preside over all canine events with tail wags and slobbery charm. Sponsored by…
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Buxton Inn Reopens with Historic Glamour | Columbus News
Step back in time at the historic Buxton Inn, now dazzlingly restored after five months of work by new owner Kevin Showe. On September 23rd, two hundred guests…
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Meet Prince the Sweet Stray Seeking Love | Columbus News
Meet Prince, a four-year-old stray pup with a heart full of good vibes and a tail wagging for forever love. Found at the Franklin County Dog Shelter in…
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Water Plant Delay Threatens Rates | Columbus News
Columbus Water & Power’s $1.87 billion fourth water plant project is in serious trouble—no bids have been submitted, potentially delaying completion to 2033…
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WBNS 10TV Connecting Columbus Through Local News | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, is your go-to local news hub—delivering weather, sports, and community stories that keep you connected to what matters right in…
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When Will Ohio See Its First Snow | Columbus News
First snow in Ohio? Expect it between late November and December, according to the Farmers’ Almanac — but don’t count on it being exact. This map shows…
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Trump’s $5K Dividend Plan Gains GOP Momentum | Columbus News
Trump just dropped a jaw-dropping promise: if Republicans win Congress in November, every adult American gets a $5,000 check—dubbed the “Trump Dividend.”…
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Buckeyes Road Trip Through SEC History | Columbus News
Ohio State heads to Texas for a historic road game against an SEC school — only the eighth time they’ve played in an SEC stadium, with just one actual SEC…
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WBNS 10TV Brings Local News to YouTube | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV is revolutionizing local news in Columbus by bringing real-time weather, sports, and breaking stories straight to YouTube—making it easier than ever…
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Bexley’s Longtime Mayor Steps Down | Columbus News
After 14 years at the helm, Bexley’s longtime mayor Ben Kessler is stepping down—officially expected by September 30—to join the Columbus Partnership as head…
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Missing Ohio Man Still Unaccounted For | Columbus News
Missing Ohio Man Still Unaccounted For | Columbus News
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Ohio Schools Face Testing Anomalies | Columbus News
Ohio lawmakers are probing bizarre standardized test results from 52 schools, mostly charter schools, after Columbus City Schools flagged suspicious patterns —…
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South Dublin Families Challenge School Maps | Columbus News
Four hundred families in south Dublin are fighting back against new school attendance maps they say unfairly target their predominantly minority and low-income…
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Storms Ravaged Central Ohio Farms | Columbus News
Central Ohio farmers faced devastation as August thunderstorms dumped record rainfall—up to 15 inches in Perry County—wreaking havoc on crops just before…
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Ohio First Responders at Ground Zero | Columbus News
Twenty-two years after 9/11, Ohio first responders still carry the physical and emotional scars of Ground Zero—where they braved toxic dust and rubble for…
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Marine Veteran Faces Competency Hearing | Columbus News
A former Marine turned Ground Zero responder, Gary Siders Senior, is back in the spotlight facing a high-stakes competency hearing on September 9, 2026 — a…
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Columbus Pauses Flock Safety Cameras | Columbus News
Columbus is pausing its Flock Safety camera program amid growing concerns over misuse and privacy, sparking a critical debate about balancing public safety…
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Columbus Pauses Flock Safety Cameras | Columbus News
Columbus has paused its Flock Safety license plate cameras amid growing concerns over data misuse, sparking a heated debate between public safety advocates and…
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Gary Siders Senior Found Not Restorable | Columbus News
Gary Siders Senior’s criminal case is effectively over after a judge declared him mentally incompetent—and critically, not restorable. With no treatment likely…
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Flock Cameras Under Fire in Ohio | Columbus News
Flock Safety license plate readers, once seen as a tool for crime-solving, are now under fire after reports of misuse by police officers — including checking…
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Target Expands to Lima Ohio | Columbus News
Target’s big expansion is hitting Ohio with a brand-new store in Lima opening November 8, 2026 — complete with CVS, Starbucks, and same-day delivery. It’s the…
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Pedestrian Fatality on Maize Road | Columbus News
Pedestrian Fatality on Maize Road | Columbus News
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WBNS 10TV Turns YouTube Into Local News Hub | Columbus News
WBNS 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, is turning YouTube into the ultimate local news hub—delivering real-time weather, sports, community events, and human interest…
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Bexley Mayor Steps Down for Housing Role | Columbus News
Bexley’s longtime mayor, Ben Kessler, is stepping down after 12 years to lead the Regional Housing Coalition, tackling housing shortages as Columbus swells…
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Twenty-Year-Old Pleads Guilty to Drive-By Shootings | Columbus News
A 20-year-old, Kaden Ratcliff, just got sentenced to 25-26 years in prison after pleading guilty to three drive-by shootings, a robbery, and possession of…
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Intersection | Columbus News
A tragic motorcycle crash in Morrow County claims the life of 38-year-old Amanda Pickens after her Harley collided with a Chevrolet that ran a stop sign. Both…