2 women sought in central Ohio human, drug trafficking ring
Six members of a Linden-area human trafficking and narcotics ring are facing dozens of felony charges following an investigation by the Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, Ohio […]
Major human trafficking and drug ring busted in Columbus
A significant breakthrough has been made in the fight against human trafficking and narcotics in Ohio. The Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, under the Ohio Organized Crime Investigations Commission led by the Columbus Division of Police,
Six Indicted in Columbus Trafficking, Drug Ring
Six members of a Linden-area human trafficking and narcotics ring are facing dozens of felony charges following an investigation by the Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
Six Indicted in Columbus Human Trafficking, Drug Ring
May 7, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost: (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Six members of a Linden-area human trafficking and narcotics ring are facing dozens of felony charges following an investigation by the Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
El Nino and La Nina's impact on Ohio's severe weather season, risk of tornadoes
Ohio typically gets an average of 19 tornadoes in a year but the state has already seen 35 in the first four months of 2024.
Two new hires at the USTA
Columbus, OH — Two University of Findlay graduates have joined the U.S. Trotting Association (USTA) to assist with addressing USTA harness racing membership needs. Jourdan Miller comes into a newly created position,
Suspect identified, wanted by police after man killed outside east Columbus bar
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Police have released the name of a wanted suspect after a man was shot and killed outside a bar in east Columbus. At around 1:40 a.m. on Sept. 3, officers were called to the Lotus Lounge bar on Channingway Boulevard on a report of ...
Guardians recall veteran reliever in bullpen swap
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WKBN) – The Cleveland Guardians have recalled reliever Peter Strzelecki from Triple-A Columbus ahead of Friday night’s series opener against the Los Angeles Angels. To make room on the roster, pitcher Tyler Beede was designated for assignment.
Columbus Symphony will perform inside Hocking Hills’ Ash Cave
Hocking Hills State Park’s Ash Cave will provide the perfect acoustic setting for a performance by the Columbus Symphony Orchestra on June 16.
Changes that are coming soon to Downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Columbus is a rapidly developing city and with that growth a variety of projects are coming soon to Downtown. A February study released by the Bank of America Institute showed Columbus is the fastest growing city in the country.
Police Seek Vehicle Involved in Shooting of Unarmed Security Guard in Ohio
Columbus, OH - Detectives from the Columbus Division of Police are seeking any information related to a felonious assault. An unarmed security guard was shot
State honors Ohio law enforcement officers that died in the line of duty
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — "Today is a day of remembrance and profound sadness. There is no need to mask our pain—we all feel it," Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said. Law enforcement from around the state and members of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission gathered in London,
Columbus approves $700k to help displaced residents evacuated apartment complex
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Several months after an east side apartment complex with a history of issues was evacuated, hundreds of its former residents still have not found permanent housing. “This is an enormous project, it’s a crisis,” said Steve ...
How Ohio Is Looking to Migrants to Fill Labor Gaps
Business groups and unions welcome new arrivals with work permits to fill empty positions in factories, other sectors.
Dorothy Ann Drozd, Warren, Ohio
Dorothy was born on January 3, 1943, to Gerald and Rosemary Balk of Buffalo, New York. She was one of five children. Her siblings are Betty (Mark, deceased) Adams, Ann (Roy) Plant, Janet (Jerry) Ott (both deceased) and brother, Robert (Diane) Balk (both deceased).
Warrant issued for suspect in deadly shooting of Atlanta dancer and entertainer outside Ohio Waffle House
The Columbus Division of Police issued a warrant for a 19-year-old suspect accused of shooting and killing a man after a fight broke out at a Waffle House near Ohio State Monday morning. Detectives said a fight started inside the restaurant located at 1712 N.
Biden declares major disaster area in 11 Ohio counties hit by deadly tornadoes
President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in Ohio on Thursday in response to the March tornadoes that tore through several central Ohio counties.
Ex-Ohio State defensive back Marcus Williamson charged in bank robbery spree
Marcus Williamson, 25, faces 23 felonies in a Franklin County indictment handed up Thursday. Williamson is accused of robbing nine banks.
Golf club with $5,000 membership to tee off in central Ohio
A private indoor golf club with locations nationwide is teeing up its first Ohio space in the Columbus area, with a $5,000 membership fee granting access to golf simulators, a putting green and an upscale restaurant.
LIVE UPDATES: Maryland Bridge Collapse: 6 Workers Presumed Dead
The U.S. Coast Guard is suspending its rescue efforts following a horrific incident in Baltimore, Maryland. The Francis Scott Key Bridge plunged into the freezing waters of the Patapsco River after being hit by a container ship. Search operations will now shift focus to finding the missing six construction workers and providing closure to their families.