COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – NBC4's own Kerry Charles is getting recognition in the community for his journey from modest beginnings in Columbus's Linden neighborhood to becoming a central Ohio role model. In an interview with the "Columbus Dispatch" Charles spoke about returning to the city where he spent his formative years. “I wanted to come [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - Recent reports and updated guidelines indicate the Centers for Disease Control could be considering shortening quarantine times for people exposed to COVID-19. The CDC currently recommends individuals quarantine for 14 days, a time period based on how long scientists believe the virus can incubate in the body. “We are now close [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- The Ohio Department of Health has released the latest number of COVID-19 cases in the state. As of Nov. 25, a total of 387,743 (+10,835) cases have been reported in Ohio since the pandemic began, leading to 6,274 (+156) deaths and 25,486 (+471) hospitalizations. The number of deaths recorded Wednesday is the highest reported [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, along with Lt. Gov. Jon Husted have declared Thanksgiving 2020 as a as a Day of Prayer, Gratitude, and Remembrance. "The proclamation recognizes the resilience and determination of Ohioans who are taking necessary steps to emerge from this crisis, care for their fellow citizens, and support Ohio's healthcare workers. [...]
COLUMBUS QUICK FORECAST Today: Rainy, windy and milder. High 55 Tonight: Showers, windy and mild. Low 50 Thanksgiving Day: Mostly cloudy, breezy. High 57 Friday: Partly sunny. 44/56 Saturday: More sunshine, cooler. 36/48 Sunday: Mostly sunny, chilly. 31/50 FORECAST DISCUSSION: Rain associated with low pressure just west of Illinois will overspread the Buckeye State this [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) – For 113 years, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church has served Columbus, known for getting involved in many social efforts. Now, it is getting ready to welcome a new pastor, who will deliver his first sermon at the church next Tuesday. The Rev. Eugene Gibson Jr. grew up spending many summers and holidays with [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- One person is dead and I-71 North and ramps from I-270 are closed due to a crash on Columbus' northeast side Tuesday night. According to OHGO, I-71 northbound at I-270 is closed due to the crash. In addition, ramps from I-270 West and East onto I-71 are closed as well. Medics and [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- A man was shot in the foot while he was playing with his dog Tuesday afternoon. According to Columbus Police, a 28-year-old man walked into the emergency room at Ohio State University Hospital East at approximately 12:40 p.m. Tuesday. The man told police he was in a grass field on the 200 [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- As coronavirus cases rise across the nation, many schools are making the decision to move back to remote learning. Child experts say the inconsistency of a school routine, especially during the holidays, can be a concern for children's mental health "I think it's that unpredictability that is so difficult for kids and [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- Health officials are concerned about the number of travelers they are seeing ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. "The number of people who are saying 'I heard the warnings, I understand the risk, but I still want to go see my family,' that's really concerning," said Dr. Mysheika Roberts, the Columbus Public Health [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- During the ongoing pandemic, we face daily decisions regarding risks in settings such as classrooms, public transportation, holiday shopping and family gatherings. Scientists have been developing models that offer guidance regarding the probability of spreading the infectious virus through airborne transmissions. Virus cells often travel as tiny droplets, or aerosols, that float [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- This Thanksgiving will look a lot different for most, especially for the elderly in central Ohio. Many of them will be spending the day alone, but thanks to LifeCare Alliance, they will at least be getting a hot meal to enjoy. LifeCare Alliance is adapting during the COVID-19 pandemic and still providing [...]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) -- It's traditionally the busiest travel week of the year and even with the rising count in new COVID-19 infections across the country, many people are still planning to do so ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Though the number of travelers won't be the same as in years past, those planning to get [...]
QUICK WEATHER FORECAST: Tonight: Mixed clouds, isolated showers by daybreak, low 39 Wednesday: Cloudy, breezy, on/off rain showers, high 55 Thursday: Sprinkles early, cloudy, high 57 Friday: Partly sunny, high 56 Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 48 FORECAST DISCUSSION: Good Tuesday Night, It has been a cool day today with some isolated showers through the day, [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – If your address ends with ZIP Code 43201, you live in Ohio’s most affected place with coronavirus outside a state prison. That ZIP, just east of The Ohio State University campus in a large swath of northern Columbus, has reported the second-most COVID-19 cases in Ohio, according to ZIP Code data [...]