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Former Ohio State professor gets life sentence in wife's murder after alleged sextortion scheme

As the sun dipped below the horizon in Upper Arlington, a community once filled with promise and ambition faced a harrowing reality. Neighbors gathered in hushed tones, grappling with the shocking news that James Hill, a former professor at Ohio State University, was sentenced to life in prison for...

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    Ohio parents arrested, man wanted in marijuana death of infant

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    Ohio's U.S. Senate race tops $500 million in advertising as Election Day nears

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    'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals

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    1 killed, 1 injured in southwest Columbus shooting

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COTA waives all fares on Election Day — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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COTA waives all fares on Election Day

Central Ohio residents can board a COTA bus between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to get to polling locations in Franklin County on Nov. 3.

Columbus church planning on rebuilding after suspicious fire — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Columbus church planning on rebuilding after suspicious fire

A church that stood for more than 50 years now bears the scars of a fire investigators say may be arson.

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A somber view of Upper Arlington, reflecting on a community tragedy.
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Former Ohio State professor gets life sentence in wife's murder after alleged sextortion scheme

A serene park in Athens County, Ohio, symbolizing community and support.
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Ohio parents arrested, man wanted in marijuana death of infant

Tanner Bibee has come to an uneasy peace with how he was used in 2026 postseason — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Tanner Bibee has come to an uneasy peace with how he was used in 2026 postseason

Polymarket enhances $25 promo code “CLEVE” for college football Saturday — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Franklin County deputy suspended over Flock camera misuse

On a crisp autumn morning in Columbus, Ohio, the sun peeked through the trees of a quiet neighborhood, illuminating the streets where families walked their dogs and children rode bicycles. This picturesque scene was abruptly disrupted by news that a Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputy had been...

A family enjoying an evening in Pataskala, Ohio, highlighting community life.
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Leaders: Developer tax incentives hurting central Ohio school, fire districts

As the sun sets over the quaint town of Pataskala, Ohio, the warm glow of streetlights illuminates the hustle and bustle of families preparing for dinner, children playing in the yards, and neighbors greeting one another. Yet, beneath this picturesque scene lies a growing concern that threatens the...

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Franklin County deputy receives 30-day unpaid suspension after Flock camera audit — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Franklin County deputy receives 30-day unpaid suspension after Flock camera audit

Tischler will be reassigned from his patrol duties to the Corrections Division, and his access to Flock cameras will be removed, the sheriff's office said.

Scooter rider seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Columbus — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Scooter rider seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Columbus

Officers with the Columbus Division of Police were called around 1:50 p.m. to the intersection of Neil and King avenues on a report of a pedestrian struck.

Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Oct. 30, 2026 — NBC4 (Columbus)
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Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Oct. 30, 2026

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The regular season is over and now the real fun begins. While the top seeds in each region have this week off, others begin the high school football playoffs with dreams of getting to Canton in December to compete for a state title. Our Football Friday Nite "Game of the...

7 seriously injured, including 5 children, after crash on Morse Road in northeast Columbus — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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7 seriously injured, including 5 children, after crash on Morse Road in northeast Columbus

Morse Road was shut down between Westerville and Sunbury roads as crews responded to the crash, officials said.

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East Columbus nightclub with violent history shut down by city

East Columbus nightclub with violent history shut down by city — NBC4 (Columbus)
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City attorney shuts down east Columbus club with history of violence, illegal liquor sales

City attorney shuts down east Columbus club with history of violence, illegal liquor sales — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Man wanted on murder charge in Athens County infant's death; parents arrested

Man wanted on murder charge in Athens County infant's death; parents arrested — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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Powerball up to $760 million with another drawing tonight

Powerball up to $760 million with another drawing tonight — FOX 8 WJW (Cleveland-Akron-Canton)
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Firefighters battle brush fire overnight in Delhi Township subdivision

Firefighters battling a brush fire in Delhi Township
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Glenville warmed up. University School stayed home. Now it goes to court.

Glenville warmed up. University School stayed home. Now it goes to court. — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Motorcyclist killed, passenger injured in Valley View crash with Amazon truck

Motorcyclist killed, passenger injured in Valley View crash with Amazon truck — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Looking for trick-or-treat times? Here's when and where to celebrate Halloween in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan

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Country music world heartbroken as 4 popular groups have split up in 2026

Country music world heartbroken as 4 popular groups have split up in 2026 — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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How opioid-settlement money can support cocaine-related services in Cuyahoga County

How opioid-settlement money can support cocaine-related services in Cuyahoga County — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer

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Ohio Senate race advertising spending surpasses $500 million
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Ohio's U.S. Senate race tops $500 million in advertising as Election Day nears

'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals — WBNS 10TV (Columbus)
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'It wasn't just a dream' | Lynd Fruit Farm orchard sees record number of marriage proposals

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Polymarket enhances $25 promo code “CLEVE” for college football Saturday

College football Kalshi promo code “CLEVELAND55” enhances $55 Saturday bonus — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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College football Kalshi promo code “CLEVELAND55” enhances $55 Saturday bonus

Local firefighters rescue trapped person from I-75 crash — WDTN 2 (Dayton/Miami Valley)
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Local firefighters rescue trapped person from I-75 crash

Stow man charged with murder in girlfriend’s shooting death — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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Stow man charged with murder in girlfriend’s shooting death

Browns lean on 'ordinary plays' for Pittsburgh road test — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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A happy ending in more tales from the crypto: Pepper Pike Police Blotter — Cleveland.com / The Plain Dealer
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India Grocers takes over 40,000-square-foot supermarket in former Big Lots space

Scene of the Briggsdale neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, reflecting community solidarity after a shooting incident.
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One dead, another injured in west Columbus shooting