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Columbus schools weighs building closures as part of $50 million in cuts
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- While the Columbus region continues to grow, Columbus City Schools said the district’s enrollment remains stable, but state funding is…
Trump again defends Ramaswamy attack ad against Acton
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) -- President Donald Trump, while speaking at a rally Wednesday, once again backed an ad from Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek …
Why President Trump keeps talking about Sen. Jon Husted's physique
President Donald Trump again praised Sen. Jon Husted’s backside at a campaign stop in Chillicothe Wednesday.
DoJ sending observers for Ohio election
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Federal officials will be watching polling places in Medina, Cuyahoga and Franklin counties next week as the U.S. Department of Justic…
Teen injured in east Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- One juvenile is hospitalized Wednesday after a shooting on the east side of Columbus. According to a Columbus police dispatcher, offic…
Ohio expands resources for domestic violence response
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio has announced new resources aimed at supporting domestic violence survivors and training law enforcement to better respond to dom…
Who is responsible for fact-checking election campaigns?
SUNBURY, Ohio (WCMH) -- Political ads have ramped up ahead of next week’s midterm elections. Often, TV or mail ads tell you to vote for or against a candidate.…
MORPC speaks on Ohio's sustainability efforts at 20th annual summit
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission held its 20th annual summit on sustainability Wednesday, showcasing how communities can come…
Johnstown house fire under investigation after reported explosion
One person is injured after a house reportedly "exploded" and engulfed in flames Tuesday afternoon in Harlem Township, according to fire officials.
Trump visits Ohio: Live updates from Chillicothe midterm rally
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) -- President Donald Trump is making his third October visit to Ohio on Wednesday night, coming to Chillicothe for a midterm rally in s…
Trump visits Ohio: Will the president meet with 'disloyal' Gov. Mike DeWine?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- President Donald Trump is coming to Ohio on Wednesday, less than a week after he called Gov. Mike DeWine a "disloyal" Republican. Trum…
Grocery store coming near German Village to offer Ohio-grown food, prepared meals
A new grocery store opening near German Village next month will bring together Ohio-grown food and prepared meals, with an owner neighborhood farmers market sh…
Ohio-based Wendy's receives $1.4 billion purchase offer from Nelson Peltz
After a years-long decline in shares for Wendy's, a group of investors spearheaded by billionaire and activist investor Nelson Peltz offered $1.4 billion Wedne…
After less than a year in Short North, craft brewery relocates to Gahanna
GAHANNA, Ohio (WCMH) – Less than a year after opening in the Short North, a craft brewery has moved to Gahanna. Dafuque Beer Company, also known as DFQ Beer Co…
Know your Ohio State opponent: all about USC
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio State is taking its third trip out to the West Coast since the Big Ten added teams from there. The No. 2 Buckeyes will take on US…
Trump visits Ohio: Which roads will be closed in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) — With President Donald Trump making his third visit to Ohio this month, Chillicothe will be preparing in advance with road closures, …
Ohio bill would ban gambling on elections
A new Ohio bill would ban gambling on elections. The bill comes amid debate about prediction market regulation, and as Ohio's top elections bring in millions i…
Columbus' Issue 8 and Issue 9 explained: How each would impact City Council
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – In less than a week, Columbus voters will decide on two measures that seek to overhaul City Council. Issue 8 and Issue 9 will appear on…
Frankfurt guide: What to see and do with new nonstop flight from Columbus
A comprehensive guide with everything travelers need to know about visiting Frankfurt, Germany.
Trump visits Ohio: Chillicothe highlights economic struggles in historically red city
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) -- President Donald Trump is coming to Chillicothe on Wednesday, a central Ohio city affected by data centers, economic changes and go…
Residents seek to prevent data centers in Licking County city
HEATH, Ohio (WCMH) -- Petitioners in Heath are one step closer to giving people a say in whether or not data centers over 25 megawatts should be built in their…