While DeWine said “people are rightfully concerned” about the Minnesota child care fraud allegations, he defended Ohio’s nearly 5,200 state-funded facilities.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The national coffee company Dutch Bros has submitted plans for a location near Dublin, marking at least its third proposal for central Ohio. The chain is planning to open at 6175 Sawmill Road in northwest Columbus, south of Dublin, according to permits filed with the city. If approved, the location will [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A new restaurant concept is set to take over the Arena District space most recently home to Nada, which closed last spring after more than a decade in business. Viva Mexican Kitchen plans to open at 220 W. Nationwide Blvd., according to a permit filed with the city of Columbus. A [...]

Cincinnati was missing several key players, including quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who threw for 2,800 yards and 27 touchdowns this season.

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Flacco joined the Bengals in October, making six starts while Joe Burrow was injured.

The Browns face the Bengals on Sunday and Garrett is confident about breaking the record.

Most people don't stick to their goals after the first few weeks.

This adjustment, tied to inflation, was triggered by a 2006 constitutional amendment passed by Ohio voters.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Law enforcement is known as a dangerous profession but a new study revealed that the risks aren’t just faced while on duty. Researchers from the new Lancet Regional Health study found that police officers face higher long-term health risks compared to the general population. They looked into the causes of death [...]

An experienced firearms expert says the ammunition and training used in Worthington’s deer removal program significantly reduce public risk.

Court records say 55-year-old Portia Martin was charged with murder after admitting to fatally stabbing and beating James Simpson Sr. at a northeast Columbus home.

The U.S. hit Venezuela with a "large-scale strike" Saturday morning and said President Nicolás Maduro had been captured and flown out of the country.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- It remains unclear when state lawmakers will officially begin the process of putting together a capital budget, which is typically passed in the General Assembly’s second year in session. As of mid-December, when lawmakers left for the holidays, discussions were still ongoing. “I hope we can have a capital bill next [...]

Harrison Farm in Groveport is turning live Christmas trees into goat snacks while also keeping the trees out of the landfill.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- January marks the inaugural Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness about addiction treatment and reducing barriers to recovery. The month encourages people to take positive steps toward cutting harmful habits, including drinking, smoking, drug use, and gambling. As the new year begins, many people see [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Cryptocurrencies had an up-and-down year in 2025. Bitcoin reached its highest-ever price value in October before dropping 30 percent by the first day of 2026. But as Americans continue to invest in cryptocurrencies, state lawmakers want to keep Ohioans’ digital assets safe. They are also looking at ways for the state [...]

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) -- Nationwide Children’s Hospital was just awarded $16 million for a study on school-based suicide prevention [...]