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With temperatures expected to reach the mid and upper 90s this week, Columbus officials are expanding cooling resources across the city. MORE: Everything You Need For A 4th of July Themed Party Cooling Centers Extended Hours: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.Effective: Beginning June 30, 2026, until the extreme heat subsides Cooling centers will operate at […]

Cooling centers provide relief from dangerous heat, offering AC, hydration, and protection for vulnerable residents.

Ohio birthed major US brands like Wendy's, Kroger, and Goodyear, shaping industries nationwide.

Robyn Simone talks with Dr. Pamela Gregory, founder of Uplift Her and CEO of the National Center for Urban Solutions Corporation, about the return of the Uplift Her Wellness Experience. Taking place June 24th at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, this free event is designed to empower women, especially women of color, to prioritize their […]

It’s never too early to prepare for hurricane season, which began on June 1. The first named storm of 2026, Tropical StormArthur, is already impacting Texas as we speak. RELATED: NOAA Predicts ‘Below-Normal’ 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season NOAA’s forecast predicts a “below-normal” hurricane season, with the possibility for eight to 14 tropical storms and three to six hurricanes. After the greater Houston area was hit by Hurricane Beryl in 2024, the […]

The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado in Columbiana County following a round of severe storms that swept across eastern Ohio over the weekend. Damage survey teams continue to assess affected areas as residents clean up fallen trees, damaged structures, and scattered debris. While Ohio is not traditionally considered part of “Tornado Alley,” tornadoes […]

Guests at Cedar Point experienced more delays on Siren’s Curse, the park’s newest roller coaster, after the attraction temporarily stopped operating on two separate occasions over the weekend. Park officials said the coaster’s safety system activated during both incidents. Cedar Point compared the shutdowns to a vehicle’s check-engine light. Officials said the ride’s safety features […]

Ohio drivers could soon have another reason to stop along Interstate 71. Mansfield City Council unanimously approved development plans Tuesday night for a new Buc-ee’s travel center near the I-71 and State Route 39 interchange. The project marks another major step toward bringing the popular Texas-based chain to North Central Ohio. The proposed Buc-ee’s would […]

Dozens of former Ohio State players join lawsuit over decades-old sexual abuse allegations against former team doctor Richard Strauss.

A planned recall election in Whitehall is now on pause after the Ohio Supreme Court ruled the petitions behind it don’t meet the legal threshold. In a decision filed May 4th, the court found there were not enough valid signatures to move forward with recalling Mayor Michael Bivens and City Council members Lori Elmore and […]

Gas prices across Columbus and Ohio have climbed fast this week. Some stations are starting to push close to $5 a gallon for regular unleaded. At the beginning of February, the average price for regular gas in Columbus was around $2.90 a gallon. At $4.29, filling up a 13-gallon tank costs about $18 more. For […]

The Jacksons' Destiny Tour in Ohio in 1979 marked a pivotal transition for Michael Jackson's solo career, leading to his blockbuster Off the Wall album.