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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio lawmakers are responding to reports of frequent violence, abuse and neglect at some of the youth residential treatment facilities operating under state licensure. According to sponsor Rep. Crystal Lett (D-Columbus), House Bill 811 is partially inspired by a troubling series of incidents…
ASHEVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) -- Construction is underway on two data centers in Pickaway County despite voters overwhelmingly opposing the project during last Tuesday’s election. “Listen to the noise that’s behind us,” Sue Carter Moore with the Teays Valley Community Alliance said. “Look at all the truck traffic that we…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A teen suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting on Columbus' west side has been arrested. The 16-year-old boy was taken into custody by Columbus Police SWAT officers on Monday, police said. The suspect is charged with murder, aggravated robbery, and felonious assault in the shooting…
Pammy Maye, the woman accused of murdering a 5-year-old boy in Columbus over two years ago, will face a jury starting Monday.
Measles cases have hit a 35 year high in the United States, according to data from the Johns Hopkins University.
The Ohio mother and grandmother charged with child endangerment after 16 children reportedly "living in squalor" were rescued from a Vinton County home in June appeared in court Monday.
The Ohio Department of Agriculture launched a special gift box, all to showcase local businesses across the state.
ZANESVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — An Ohio Department of Transportation construction worker from Lancaster has died after being struck by a semi-truck Monday morning. According to an ODOT spokesperson, 45-year-old Jennifer Donley died while working on Interstate 70 in Zanesville. A social media post said Donley, a four-year…
UPPER ARLINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) -- An independent shipping and mailing store in Upper Arlington has given residents a new place to drop off and mail packages. The Postal Express opened in July at 2800 Fishinger Road in the Scioto View Center, next to The Daily Growler, owner Sunny Patel said. The locally owned shop…
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) -- Honda announced Monday it plans to invest $3 billion in a new central Ohio auto plant that the company expects to create more than 2,000 jobs and help meet growing demand for hybrid vehicles. The plant will sit between Honda’s existing East Liberty and Marysville assembly plants. Honda…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The College Football Playoff is expanding again, with 24 teams set to make the field next season and beyond. ESPN has reached an agreement with the CFP to double the amount of teams that qualify for the playoff. The deal is reportedly worth nearly $2 billion and covers the next five
UPPER ARLINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) -- A fast-casual Mediterranean chain has opened another location in central Ohio. Cava at 1603 W. Lane Ave. is serving customers daily from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., bringing its build-your-own bowls and pitas to The Shops on Lane Avenue in Upper Arlington. It’s the chain’s fifth…
A second man was arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman north of Downtown, Columbus.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Despite arguments to the left and right side of the political isle, the most recent midterm elections have had zero impact on the recent decline in gasoline prices. According to GasBuddy’s survey of 500 stations in central Ohio cities, gas prices fell by 32.9 cents per gallon last week – and
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — In the aftermath of its third loss of the season, the Ohio State Buckeyes have made a coaching change. According to multiple reports, coach Ryan Day dismissed Special Teams Coordinator Robby Discher Monday morning. While Ohio State has struggled offensively at times and allowed a combined 71…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Wednesday marks Veterans Day, observed annually on Nov. 11. The federal holiday honors those who have served or are serving with the United States Armed Forces. Communities across central Ohio are recognizing and thanking those military veterans with events and more. See the list of area events…
POWELL, Ohio (WCMH) – Land-Grant Brewing Company has acquired Nocterra Brewing Company and is preparing to reopen Nocterra’s taproom in Powell. Columbus-based Land-Grant Brewing Company announced in a Thursday news release that it plans to reopen Nocterra’s Powell location in late November, reviving Nocterra’s brand…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Gov.-Elect Amy Acton took her first executive action last week and launched a website asking Ohioans to get involved in her upcoming administration. Acton will serve as Ohio's 71st governor. She is the first Democrat to hold the position since 2011. Last week, Acton started her new role early…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An Ohio State fraternity has been placed on temporary suspension while it investigates a reported incident in which two individuals were set on fire. In a statement made late Sunday night, OSU spokesperson Ben Johnson said that Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter is under investigation after reviewing…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WMCH) – Advocates rallied in Columbus on Friday to urge Gov. Mike DeWine to grant a clemency hearing for Keith LaMar, who maintains his innocence after more than 30 years on death row. In 1995, a jury convicted LaMar in connection with the killings of five incarcerated men during an 11-day riot in
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Ohio State University has made it clear that it will keep billionaire Les Wexner’s name on various campus buildings. The university's interim Provost Trevor Brown issued a formal letter on Friday declining a deeper university review of the matter. The decision leaves spaces like the Wexner…
The Columbus weather outlook: sunshine, crisp. Here are the details from Storm Team 4. Columbus weather today: Sunshine, crisp High pressure will build into the region, bringing sunshine and breezy, with temperatures in the seasonable mid-50s. Columbus weather tomorrow: Sunny skies Monday will be sunny and seasonable…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The regional semifinal pairings are set for the Ohio high school football playoffs with the The Ohio High School Athletic Association confirming all the details. All games will be played Friday, Nov. 13 with a 7 p.m. kickoff, unless otherwise stated in the list below. Playoff schedule Regional…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio State fell below No. 20 in the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2014 after suffering a 41-28 loss to unranked Oregon. This marks their third loss of the season and the first time the Buckeyes have been ranked this low in eight seasons under coach Ryan Day.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – This week on Sunday Briefing: In an exclusive, NBC4’s Colleen Marshall sits down with Amy Acton for her first local interview as governor-elect. FULL INTERVIEW: Governor-elect Amy Acton
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Texas man who traveled to Ohio and had a sexual encounter with a teenager before attempting to travel with her to to Florida received the maximum sentence after a plea agreement was reached. According to federal prosecutors, a man from Detroit, Texas, was arrested in February 2025 at John…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Springfield man has been arrested in Columbus after allegedly cashing fraudulent checks totaling over $28,000 at Whitehall and Clintonville banks. According to a criminal affidavit, an analyst from Kemba Financial Credit Union contacted Whitehall police to report fraudulent activity with a…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A longtime Downtown brewpub is preparing to overhaul its dining room and expand its food and drink offerings, temporarily moving restaurant service upstairs during construction. Barley’s Brewing Company at 467 N. High St. plans to begin work in late December, after its holiday banquet season…
Local artists had a chance to put their work in the spotlight Saturday as visitors filled the Short North for the November Gallery Hop.
An annual study by Unscramblerer.com revealed that Worcestershire sauce was the most mispronounced word in the United States for 2026, while Ohioans struggled most with the word spaghetti.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- It's uncharted territory for this generation of Ohio State players, coaches and its fan base. For a program that refuses to lose and has the highest of expectations every season, the Buckeyes haven't struggled this badly in the regular season in a decade and a half. But OSU's 41-28 loss to
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Columbus Crew's path in the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs is now confirmed. Columbus finished seventh in the Eastern Conference with 47 points after beating Chicago Fire FC 4-3 in Saturday's regular-season finale. The Crew will open a best-of-three round series on the road against No. 2 Inter…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — No. 12 Ohio State’s season has taken a turn for the worse against Oregon, falling 41-28 to the Ducks and ending OSU’s 12-game home winning streak. After going up 14-0 thanks to two touchdowns by Bo Jackson in the first half, the Ducks scored 31 unanswered points, including 14 in the
(WCMH) -- The first weekend of November offers up playoff soccer in the NWSL and the chase for playoffs concluding in MLS. In addition to MLS' Decision Day on Saturday, where the 18-team MLS Cup Playoffs bracket will be finalized, the NWSL postseason gets underway on Friday with the quarterfinals taking place across…
LANCASTER, Ohio (WCMH) — A Fairfield County man was arrested during Lancaster’s trick or treat for allegedly attempting to lure a child into his vehicle. According to Lancaster police, officers arrived to West Sixth and Washington avenues about 7:15 p.m. on Oct. 29 after receiving reports of a man in a blue minivan…
ATHENS, Ohio (WCMH) — A man wanted in connection with the death of a 3-month-old in Athens County is in custody and now facing a murder charge. According to the Athens County Sheriff’s Office, William McCassliter was arrested Wednesday, and court records show he is facing seven charges – two counts of murder, two…
A man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle Thursday evening while riding a bicycle on Kenny Road, police said.
DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) -- A teenager is dead after they struck a tree Friday night in Concord Township, causing their vehicle to become engulfed in flames, according to the Delaware Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. A 17-year-old from Powell, Ohio, whose identity has not been released, was driving a 2022 Kia Forte…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Bath & Body Works has remodeled its Easton Town Center store, transforming the space into its second location of a test concept. The company began welcoming customers to its revamped Easton mall store, featuring its Feel Good store concept, on Oct. 30. The first Feel Good store debuted at…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Gov.-elect Amy Acton has promised to make it easier for Ohioans to enroll in Medicaid and stay covered. When she takes office Jan. 11, new federal work requirements and more frequent eligibility reviews will already be in effect for some adults who rely on the program. The changes begin Jan. 1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- With large teen gatherings and takeovers able to quickly organize through social media, a Columbus developer is creating a new tool he hopes will help parents and communities stay informed about what's happening around them. Marty Sutton, founder and creator of the Black Wall, developed The…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Tuesday’s election saw data center bans and moratoriums winning in communities across the country. Nationwide, voters considered 41 local ballot measures to restrict data center development, with 40 passing, including 21 in Ohio. In the wake of such massive defeats for both the Republican…
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) — A central Ohio nonprofit organization that has been supporting people with autism and their families for more than 25 years is planning to grow. For the last ten years, the Stynchula Foundation has operated out of a greenhouse and field in Grove City. It's not just food and plants that
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus voters approved a ballot issue that will add four new members to city council, but at what cost? NBC4 is breaking down what adding the new members could mean for city taxpayers. The passage of Issue 9 will expand Columbus City Council from nine to 13 members. People who voted
Dr. Amy Acton sat down with NBC4's Colleen Marshall on Friday for a sit-down interview, her first local interview since becoming Ohio's governor-elect.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus could be on the verge of a data center ban. NBC4 learned that Conserve Ohio filed a petition for a charter amendment to prohibit the construction of data centers that use more than 25 megawatts of power. “The 25MW threshold allows for a data center that is needed for normal
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The Columbus Division of Police confirmed that a high-ranking police official left her gun unattended in the bathroom of the Ohio Department of Public Safety headquarters. The Ohio State Highway Patrol found the gun at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday and quickly determined that it belonged…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The second week of the high school football postseason features the top seeds beginning their bids for a state title. But last week's first round winners are standing in their way with hopes of pulling off an upset. Pickerington North is among the teams looking to ride the momentum of a
Ohio State University will keep the Wexner name on its medical center, arts center and football complex for now after its interim provost declined to advance a review sought by hundreds of people.
Police are investigating a possible murder-suicide Friday morning at a home in Delaware.
After five months of preparations, a luxury New York coffee shop will launch near Italian Village.
NEWARK, Ohio (WCMH) — Two Licking County adults are now facing 22 total charges related to the rescuing of nine children who were found living in ‘horrific’ conditions last month. According to court records, Jonathan Parr and Jacquelyn Coleman each face 11 charges – two counts of endangering children, a third degree…
A retailer known for women’s clothing and home decor is bringing its bridal line to Upper Arlington as part of a new store planned for spring 2027.
The Columbus Crew enter the final day of the MLS regular season with a spot in the playoffs secured.
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (WCMH) — The son of two New Albany pastors was in court Friday morning to learn the verdict on nearly 30 sexual assault charges, including 11 for rape. Knox County Judge Richard Wetzel read his verdict on 27 counts related to allegations made against Gary Keesee Jr., who was accused of sex
t's been nearly a month since Ohio State has played at home. And the Buckeyes return to the Horseshoe needing to bounce back for the second time this season.
A golf club in Sunbury is preparing to permanently close after 37 years of business.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Columbus police are investigating a Friday morning shooting in which one person was pronounced dead. Officers arrived at an apartment unit in the Sussex Square Apartment complex on Yorkland Avenue in the city’s far east side’s Livingston-McNaughten area. Police said the victim was pronounced…
After Donald Trump Jr. mistakenly said Democrats want to make Ohio a state, internet users have flooded social media with jokes about Ohio's lack of statehood.
An Ohio woman who resisted police attempts to carry out an involuntary mental health commitment can be charged with obstructing official business even if she did not commit an illegal act, the state supreme court ruled.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – There is an overdose alert in Franklin County after the coroner’s office reports an alarming number of suspected overdose deaths this week. Officials are reporting five suspected overdose deaths in the county since Tuesday. Columbus Public Health warns that any drug that doesn’t come from a…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus leaders broke ground Thursday on a new 8.9-acre neighborhood park on the southwest side, part of a broader effort to expand recreational opportunities after residents raised concerns about the city's deal to bring a new NWSL training facility to the area. Greenleaf Park, located near…
Southwest Licking schools tax proposals PATASKALA, Ohio (WCMH) — After voters overwhelmingly rejected the two school tax issues that were on the ballot for Southwest Licking Local Schools, the district is looking at making some changes. “Any time you have an issue on the ballot, and it fails, it's time for reflection…
A family wants answers after a 20-year-old woman was killed in a crash on Morse Road in Columbus.
NBC4 Digital Anchor Rachel Ramsey talks to Doug Buchanan, Editor in Chief of Columbus Business First, about business news across central Ohio.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said he is in communication with Governor-elect Amy Acton, hosting Acton and her husband Eric at the governor’s residence in Bexley where first lady Fran DeWine gave them a tour of what will soon be their new home.
GROVEPORT, Ohio (WCMH) -- One central Ohio police department is figuring out next steps after voters rejected its levy on this year's ballot while that same township’s fire department had a separate levy on the ballot that voters approved. On Tuesday, voters passed the Madison Township Fire Departments levy with 56%…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- If you walk up to the north end of Ohio Stadium on a Buckeye game day, it's almost impossible to ignore Johnny Carr's booming voice. "PROGRAMS!" Carr estimates he's said that word hundreds of thousands of times in his life, mostly at high volume. He's the official gameday program salesman, and
A teenager was arrested and charged with murder Thursday over five months after a car theft attempt that resulted in the fatal shooting of a man in northeast Columbus.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A teenager was identified Thursday as the suspect in a deadly west Columbus shooting and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Jaycier C. Armstrong, 16, is currently at large and detectives are asking the public for help in locating him. He is charged with murder, aggravated robbery and…
Wendy's declined a purchase offer of $1.4 billion Wednesday from Trian Fund Management, led by billionaire and activist Nelson Peltz, according to reports.
Columbus offers a variety of events for the first weekend of November, including sporting matches, musical theater, comedy shows, and festivals.
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) -- An Orient mother and grandmother were indicted Thursday by a grand jury in the death of a 17-month-old girl that reportedly had a lethal amount of fentanyl in her system, court records state. Brittany Stroud, 30, the child's mother, was charged with involuntary manslaughter and endangering…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A man arrested in connection with a double shooting Wednesday morning was in court the following day, facing a murder charge. Christian Houchins, 34, surrendered himself to police less than two miles away from where two women were shot in the Milo Grogan neighborhood at around 7:30 a.m…
With Democrats set to control the U.S. House for the next two years, a hardline conservative Ohioan is vying for a national leadership role.
Meet Jolly Rancher! She is available at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.
Ohio State is going to have to play its way into the College Football Playoff this year and get some help along the way.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A Columbus woman who pleaded guilty in a southwest Columbus shooting that left one person hospitalized in April 2024 was sentenced to five years of community control, according to court records. Just before 4 p.m. on April 30, 2024, officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Galli Court…
The 2026 Ohio midterm election results are in the process of being certified and multiple races had very close finishes.
A Columbus man fighting the potential release of the person convicted of murdering his sister says a 2021 law that made the killer eligible for parole decades earlier than originally scheduled is forcing his family to repeatedly relive the crime.
Sherrod Brown won a return to the U.S. Senate in Ohio’s midterm elections Tuesday night with about 350,000 fewer votes than he received in his 2024 defeat, as the Republican vote total fell by more than twice that amount.
Ohio elected Democrats in all but one statewide race, placing Democrats in seats they have not held since 2011 and leaving Republicans searching for the best path forward.
LEWIS CENTER, Ohio (WCMH) -- Olentangy Schools families have until Thursday to submit feedback on the district's redistricting options. The district is adjusting its attendance boundaries to prepare for the opening of a new elementary school next school year and a new high school the year after. The fourth and final…
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) -- Central Ohio voters made their distaste for large developments, particularly data centers, known on election night by approving all five local ballot measures that limit data center construction. One of those measures was approving an addition to the Grove City charter, which would require a…
Pickerington schools income tax PICKERINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) — Some tough conversations are happening in Pickerington following the failure of the school district's levy in Tuesday's election. “A lot of emotions today, my daughter should be playing lacrosse in the spring for the junior high, and as of now, that won't be…
A string of power outages is disrupting life for some Westerville-area residents.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A new campus in Franklin County is aiming to give children entering protective custody a safe place to stay while getting the support they need. Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel joined former Ohio State football star Maurice Clarett Wednesday for the ribbon cutting at Champion's Bridge, a Child Wellness…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio Democrats are ecstatic over taking the governor’s office for the first time in decades, but beyond that, the balance of power in the rest of state government is about to shift. Democrats flipped nine seats in the Ohio House of Representatives, breaking the Republicans’ long-held…
MARION, Ohio (WCMH) – The wife of a former Marion city council member has had all child sexual abuse charges against her dismissed, nine months after her husband was found not guilty of similar charges. A judge ruled late last month that all charges against Heidi Ratliff are dismissed; she was facing obstructing…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus voters approved two ballot issues Tuesday night that will change how city council members are elected. Will Petrik, the campaign manager for Issue 8, says his group is excited for the future after voters overwhelmingly approved the measure that limits residents to only vote for the…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Gov. Mike DeWine issued an order honoring the life of a fallen firefighter. Wednesday afternoon, DeWine ordered U.S. and Ohio flags to fly at half-staff in honor of firefighter Ryan Milligan of the North Royalton Fire Department. View the latest headlines from NBC4 in the player above…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Over four years since the death of Donovan Lewis, the ex-officer who shot and killed him was in court for a sentencing hearing in a Columbus court room Wednesday morning. In August, Ricky Anderson pleaded guilty to reckless homicide in the death of Lewis, who was gunned down inside a Hilltop
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Yellow Springs Brewery announced it will close its Clintonville taproom this week, the latest in a series of local breweries shutting down this year. "When you see the closings, it sucks, especially for those that work so hard to grow those businesses and and make them successful," Bob Szuter…
GAHANNA, Ohio (WCMH) – A bookstore featuring literary-inspired candles will soon open its doors in Gahanna. The Bibliophile Candle Co. is preparing to relocate from 5454 N. Hamilton Road in northeast Columbus to 116 Mill St. in Gahanna’s Creekside District. The original location will close on Nov. 7 before the new…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — When the preseason Associated Press poll came out in August, Ohio State fans circled Nov. 7 on the calendar. That game now has a bigger circle, but for a different reason. The 12th-ranked Buckeyes play No. 23 Oregon on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in a game between the top two teams
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- One woman is dead and another is injured after a shooting Wednesday morning that occurred north of Downtown, Columbus. According to Columbus police, officers were called to the 800 block of Gibbard Avenue at 7:37 a.m. in the Milo-Grogan neighborhood, near Lexington Avenue. Upon arrival…
In Ohio, while hoarding itself is not a specific crime, homeowners can face legal action or property condemnation if excessive clutter creates public health nuisances, structural dangers, or fire hazards.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio voters elected Democrats Amy Acton as governor and Sherrod Brown to the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, two years after President Donald Trump carried the state by roughly 11 percentage points. The victories reopened a question Ohio’s recent elections had pushed aside: Can both parties…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Democrat Amy Acton said she plans to begin her term combating corruption as Ohio’s next governor. Acton defeated Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in unofficial results, and Ramaswamy conceded Tuesday night. The gubernatorial inauguration is set for Jan. 11, and Acton has pledged to take action…
TOLEDO, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio's races for attorney general and other top offices are still unknown after Lucas County had not reported any election results as of early Wednesday. At 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, Lucas County still had not submitted any vote totals while all other counties neared finalization of preliminary…