COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH)- Telemedicine is becoming more common, it’s a way for people to speak to their doctors remotely. However, one state senator says not everything should be available via telemedicine, including abortion. Senate bill 260 would prevent doctors from prescribing abortion medication via telemedicine. State Senator Steve Huffman says it’s about keeping women safe. “Opponents […]
MENTOR, Ohio (WJW) — The winner of the $375 million Mega Millions jackpot in Ohio has claimed their prize. The ticket, which is the largest Ohio Lottery prize ever won, was sold at a Giant Eagle store in Mentor, a suburb of Cleveland. The prize was claimed by “The Great Hope Trust.” The winning numbers […]
The U.S. Senate voted along party lines Tuesday to reject proposals to subpoena new witnesses and documents for President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — National Champion quarterback Joe Burrow was in Columbus enjoying a steak named in his honor. According to a tweet by restaurateur Jeff Ruby, Burrow visited his Columbus steakhouse location in order to be the first person to order the Steak Burrow. The Steak Burrow, according to the RubyCulinary Twitter account, is a 16 ounce Blackened Prime Rib […]
QUICK WEATHER COLUMBUS FORECAST Today: Increasing clouds, seasonable. High 37 Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Low 26 Thursday: Mostly cloudy. High 44 Friday: Chance of rain and snow early, then rain. 32/43 Saturday: Chance of rain and snow, then rain. 34/40 Sunday: Mostly cloudy, breezy and cold. 32/38 FORECAST DISCUSSION: High pressure will continue to move slowly […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — Columbus is home to an incredible amount of delicious restaurants. Everywhere you turn, you’re bound to find a locally owned food establishment with a little flair. This week is a great chance to get out and support a local restaurant here in Columbus. Restaurant Week is here ready to tempt your taste buds! You can enjoy 3-course meals at […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — A return to the wild west. That’s what some warn will happen if Ohio removes the duty to retreat from the state’s self-defense laws. It’s something lawmakers are considering at the statehouse, where, on Tuesday, the public was asked about the so-called “Stand Your Ground” bill. “I am tired of this irresponsible […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — A proposed ordinance is causing controversy in Whitehall. It was placed on the agenda for the first time Tuesday night. As it stands, people aren’t allowed to park vehicles on lawns and now they want to extend that to backyards as well. It is something some homeowners said is infringing on their […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — Columbus Police are searching for a suspect who robbed a southwest Columbus Arby’s restaurant at gunpoint over the weekend. On Saturday, Jan. 18, a man entered the Arby’s restaurant on the 1500 block of Georgesville Road at approximately 9 p.m. The man then went to the back of the restaurant and, at […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — A Columbus man has been charged with robbery after attempting to steal numerous items from a south Columbus Walmart while carrying a concealed handgun. According to Columbus Police, Donald Douglas Schell, 28, of Columbus, was spotted by Walmart Loss Prevention personnel at a store on the 3500 block of South High Street […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — A sticker that was placed on a local elementary school is now at the center of an investigation. The sticker with the phrase “IT’S OKAY TO BE WHITE” was taped to the window of Binns Elementary School, and now the Columbus City School District is investigating. The sticker has been causing controversy […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — Firefighters are on the scene of a multiple alarm structure fire near German Village. The call was put out at approximately 9:05 p.m. Tuesday on the 800 block of South 22nd Street. According to Columbus Fire Battalion Chief Steve Martin, the fire is at a two-family, two-story wood-frame home. Martin said firefighters […]
WORTHINGTON, Ohio (COLUMBUS BUSINESS FIRST) — The Shops at Worthington Place has sold for $19.8 million in a deal that closed Dec. 18, according to the Franklin County Auditor. Dallas, Texas-based Direct Retail Partners was the buyer on the 139,283 square-foot retail center, which sits along High Street just south of the I-270 interchange, The […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — The Ohio State University is no stranger to large events but according to Director of Athletics Gene Smith, they work year-round to make sure everyone stays safe at them. This week, Columbus is hosting the annual National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security Intercollegiate Safety and Security Summit. The event brings together […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) – This was not a routine inspection. Mold and other problems were reported last week at the Franklin County Jail. The Bureau of Adult Detention is inspecting for similar issues at the second Franklin County Correctional Center on Jackson Pike. Jan. 13 many of you watched, commented on social media, and wanted answers […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — The sudden expansion of the state’s school voucher program to include schools that have received high overall performance grades is not what many lawmakers intended. Based on current law the number of schools to be considered voucher eligible is set to triple for the 2020-2021 school year. “We have schools that are […]
A man is dead after he accidentally fell into a chemical tank at a Dayton business Tuesday morning, police confirm.