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Ohio parents arrested, man wanted in marijuana death of infant

On a chilly February morning in Athens County, Ohio, a tragedy unfolded that would ripple through the community and leave residents grappling with grief and disbelief. The vibrant laughter of children playing in the parks was overshadowed by the heartbreaking news of the untimely death of a...

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Ohio Senate race advertising spending surpasses $500 million
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Ohio's U.S. Senate race tops $500 million in advertising as Election Day nears

As the sun sets over Columbus, a palpable sense of anticipation fills the air. Residents gather in local cafes and community centers, discussing the upcoming election with a mix of excitement and concern. Among the chatter, one topic looms large: Ohio's U.S. Senate race, which has become a historic...

'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals

At Lynd Fruit Farm, it seems love is growing right alongside the fruit as the orchard draws in a record number of marriage proposals.

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1 killed, 1 injured in southwest Columbus shooting — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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1 killed, 1 injured in southwest Columbus shooting

​Officers with the Columbus Division of Police were called around 7:45 p.m. to the 1000 block of Hardesty Place West, just off Eakin Road, on a report of a shooting.

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COTA waives all fares on Election Day — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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COTA waives all fares on Election Day

Central Ohio residents can board a COTA bus between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to get to polling locations in Franklin County on Nov. 3.

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Columbus church planning on rebuilding after suspicious fire — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Columbus church planning on rebuilding after suspicious fire

A church that stood for more than 50 years now bears the scars of a fire investigators say may be arson.

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Franklin County deputy suspended over Flock camera misuse

On a crisp autumn morning in Columbus, Ohio, the sun peeked through the trees of a quiet neighborhood, illuminating the streets where families walked their dogs and children rode bicycles. This picturesque scene was abruptly disrupted by news that a Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputy had been...

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A family enjoying an evening in Pataskala, Ohio, highlighting community life.
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Leaders: Developer tax incentives hurting central Ohio school, fire districts

As the sun sets over the quaint town of Pataskala, Ohio, the warm glow of streetlights illuminates the hustle and bustle of families preparing for dinner, children playing in the yards, and neighbors greeting one another. Yet, beneath this picturesque scene lies a growing concern that threatens the...

Franklin County deputy receives 30-day unpaid suspension after Flock camera audit — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Franklin County deputy receives 30-day unpaid suspension after Flock camera audit

Tischler will be reassigned from his patrol duties to the Corrections Division, and his access to Flock cameras will be removed, the sheriff's office said.

With Election Day days away, Ramaswamy and Acton make final pitches to Ohio voters — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)

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Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Oct. 30, 2026

Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Oct. 30, 2026 — NBC4 (Columbus)
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East Columbus nightclub with violent history shut down by city

East Columbus nightclub with violent history shut down by city — NBC4 (Columbus)

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Ohio parents arrested, man wanted in marijuana death of infant

Ohio Senate race advertising spending surpasses $500 million
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Ohio's U.S. Senate race tops $500 million in advertising as Election Day nears

'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals

1 killed, 1 injured in southwest Columbus shooting — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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1 killed, 1 injured in southwest Columbus shooting

Browns at Steelers: 3 things to watch on Sunday — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Browns at Steelers: 3 things to watch on Sunday

A motorcycle and semi-truck on a busy street in Valley View.
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1 dead, 1 critically injured after semi-truck collides with motorcycle in Valley View

1 dead in Valley View crash involving Amazon truck — FOX 8 WJW (Cleveland-Akron-Canton)
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1 dead in Valley View crash involving Amazon truck

Ghoulishly gray this Halloween but mystically mild...Clocks turn back tonight...Will it rain this weekend? — WDTN 2 (Dayton/Miami Valley)
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Ghoulishly gray this Halloween but mystically mild...Clocks turn back tonight...Will it rain this weekend?

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Beloved rock frontman dies after cancer battle: ‘So many memories to cherish’ — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Beloved rock frontman dies after cancer battle: ‘So many memories to cherish’

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India Grocers takes over 40,000-square-foot supermarket in former Big Lots space

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One dead, another injured in west Columbus shooting

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Pizza restaurant in Olde Towne East reopens after August tornado

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With Election Day days away, Ramaswamy and Acton make final pitches to Ohio voters

Both candidates emphasized affordability, particularly property taxes and electricity costs, but offered different visions of how they would govern.

Scooter rider seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Columbus — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Scooter rider seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Columbus

Officers with the Columbus Division of Police were called around 1:50 p.m. to the intersection of Neil and King avenues on a report of a pedestrian struck.

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City attorney shuts down east Columbus club with history of violence, illegal liquor sales

City attorney shuts down east Columbus club with history of violence, illegal liquor sales — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Man wanted on murder charge in Athens County infant's death; parents arrested

Man wanted on murder charge in Athens County infant's death; parents arrested — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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At least 4 injured, including 2 juveniles, after crash on Morse Road in northeast Columbus

At least 4 injured, including 2 juveniles, after crash on Morse Road in northeast Columbus — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Several children injured in northeast Columbus crash

Several children injured in northeast Columbus crash — NBC4 (Columbus)
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When clocks turn back one hour in Columbus

When clocks turn back one hour in Columbus — NBC4 (Columbus)
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Brown and Husted clash over who Ohio voters should blame for hard times

Brown and Husted clash over who Ohio voters should blame for hard times — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Country music’s most devastating year: These legendary singers have died in 2026

Country music’s most devastating year: These legendary singers have died in 2026 — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Who was St. Hubert? The Friars’ Table holds appropriate dinner in his honor — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer

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