COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A former Ohio State University football player was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service in Columbus Wednesday for a parole violation. Corey Davonta Smith Jr., 31, who was a wide receiver for the Buckeyes from 2013-2016, was arrested at a house on Republic Avenue late Wednesday morning by the [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Chick-fil-A restaurants in central Ohio are celebrating the start of summer with free chicken tenders. Participating restaurants in the Columbus area are offering free three-count "Chick-n-Strips" through the Chick-fil-A app through Saturday, while supplies last. "We couldn’t think of a better way to welcome summer than with a delicious, complimentary snack," [...]
By Wednesday a system will move through bringing showers and thunderstorms. Starting mid afternoon a few rounds of strong storms will kick off with some potentially becoming severe. There is a slight risk for severe weather (level 2/5) with strong winds being the primary risk.
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) -- A pair of central Ohio cabins dating to the 1830s are undergoing renovation to become a wine bar and bourbon lounge. The neighboring properties at 30 S. High St. in Dublin will soon be home to "Apothecary Cigar and Bourbon Lounge" and "Uncorked Wine Tastings," owner Todd Corwin announced on social [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A pilot program in Columbus has been launched to assist businesses with mandated public improvements. The Department of Development program will provide funding for small-scale projects, such as the rehabilitation of vacant and underused properties. Spokesperson Cameron Keir explained how the program might help business owners. "If they're on a lot [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – "Beyond the Game" is an organization founded by former Ohio State football player turned coach Devin Jordan, who empowers youth in central Ohio and beyond. "When you go into a school and see the impact that you're making, it's phenomenal,” said Jordan, the organization’s president. “I think one thing that Jim [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- COTA will place a transit sales tax on the November ballot that would help fund a $2 billion project for central Ohio's first rapid transit bus corridors. The LinkUS Mobility Initiative is a plan that includes fast and reliable public transportation, safe and expanded bike and pedestrian paths, and walkable communities [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Cities, towns and organizations across central Ohio are hosting parades and events for Memorial Day, honoring the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the armed forces. Find a service near you below. Blendon Township Memorial Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on May 27 Canal Winchester Memorial Day Ceremony at [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A bill at the Statehouse aims to help Ohioans save money by requiring more transparency for “junk fees.” House Bill 537, sponsored by Reps. Michele Grim (D-Toledo) and Munira Abdullahi (D-Columbus), would prohibit a supplier from advertising, displaying or offering a price for a good or service that does not include [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Columbus police officer has been hospitalized after an injury during a pursuit of alleged theft suspects. According to police, a medic was requested in the 1200 block of North Grant Avenue in the Weinland Park neighborhood. Emergency crews arrived at 2:50 a.m. and found an officer with a broken leg, [...]
This article discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24/7. To reach the 24/7 Crisis Text Helpline, text 4HOPE to 741741. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Lawmakers have introduced a bill that would make sextortion a [...]
Expect highs in the middle 80s, with a slightly stickier feel to the air. We'll see spotty storms, in a couple of rounds.
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WCMH) – The man who killed one child and injured more than 20 in an accident with a Clark County school bus was sentenced Tuesday. The crash happened in August of last year. Hermanio Joseph was driving a minivan that went left of center, hitting the school bus. An 11-year-old boy, Aiden Clark, [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – There’s a radical new proposal for downtown Columbus called the Capital Line, which would create new space for cyclists and pedestrians. Columbus wants to compete with similar-sized cities that have created similar plans like Charlotte with the Rail Trail, the Cultural Trail in Indianapolis, and in Minneapolis with the Midtown Greenway. [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A central Ohio woman has discovered a new interest after a medical emergency changed her life. In 2013, Mary Jo Fetch tells NBC4 she suffered a stroke. “I couldn’t use my right side,” Fetch said. “I can barely write right now. I can use my right hand a little bit, but [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Upgrades are on the way for an east side nonprofit that helps hundreds of teens each year. All THAT mentors kids in academics, life skills, and career development. THAT stands for Teens Hopeful About Tomorrow. Leaders with the nonprofit are hopeful about what's to come for its building, too. “I'm glad [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A leaked document allegedly written by a sole Columbus Board of Education member threw Tuesday's Board of Education meeting into disarray. Now, Columbus City Schools (CCS) and that member are saying conflicting things about the document titled "Taking Control of the Task Force Narrative." The CCS Superintendent's task force is looking [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- There are new efforts at the statehouse to support Ohio’s youth with at least six new Republican-led bills in the pipeline. “Our number one concern is the safety and security of our most vulnerable kids in the state,” Rep. Andrea White (R-Kettering) said. White is a joint sponsor on all six [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The future of Columbus was in the spotlight Tuesday evening when Mayor Andrew Ginther delivered the State of the City address, focusing on safety, housing and transit. “We don't want to just get bigger; we want to get better and that means everybody out there needs to step up," Ginther said. [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Memorial Day holiday is approaching and with summer following soon after, students in central Ohio will soon be looking for a way to cool off. City pools are set to be in operation for the first time this weekend, and health experts are offering tips and reminders for parents to [...]
Overnight, we will enjoy mostly clear skies, with temps well above the normal (54°) dropping only into the mid to upper 60s.