DeWine and Kara Wente, the director of the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, shared what measures the state utilizes to combat potential fraud.

DeWine and Kara Wente, the director of the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, shared what measures the state utilizes to combat potential fraud.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine hosted a news conference Monday afternoon to discuss the state's publicly funded child care centers as national discussion on alleged fraud continues. DeWine was joined by Kara Wente, the director of Ohio's Department of Children and Youth (DCY), to discuss the recent uptick in allegations of fraud [...]

Bailey played the beloved bartender Joe for the first seven seasons of the long-running medical drama.

The new oral drug costs as little as $149 a month out of pocket and is expected to broaden access as demand for GLP-1 weight-loss treatments grows.

Maduro was extracted by U.S. forces from Venezuela over the weekend, setting off a political firestorm and raising questions about the legality of his capture.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus was ranked the seventh most livable metro area in RentCafe's annual review of U.S. cities. Columbus was highlighted as the seventh-best for its focus on wellness and a cost of living 5% below the national average. RentCafe said the city is perfect for "foodies who are looking for new culinary [...]

The new fight comes just a few months after the longest shutdown in U.S. history.

The promotion revives the fan-favorite deal inspired by fantasy football culture.

Big changes are coming to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

Big changes are coming to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A central Ohio-based fast-casual eatery serving Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food recently opened at Easton Town Center.  Shawerma Bite began welcoming customers at 4100 Worth Avenue on Friday. The eatery took over the building that previously belonged to Dragon Donuts, which closed in August 2024.  “This is a perfect location at [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Mecha Noodle Bar has closed its Short North restaurant, ending the Connecticut-based chain's presence in Ohio after operating for more than a year. The restaurant, located at 965 N. High St. in a building that previously housed a White Castle, closed in December, according to a sign posted on the front [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Former Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy has been fired by Scottish club Celtic FC after just one month with the club. Nancy was hired by Celtic in early December and managed the team for just eight matches, six of which they lost. The club confirmed Monday morning it has terminated [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Ohio home of Vice President JD Vance was reportedly vandalized while he and his family were in Washington D.C. early Monday morning, according to multiple sources. A report from NBC News states that one person is in custody after Vance’s home in Cincinnati was damaged, including broken windows “on the [...]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- From AC/DC and Journey to Luke Combs and Tyler Childers, nearly two dozen top artists are performing in central Ohio's arenas, stadiums and venues in 2026. Jason Aldean | Full Throttle Tour Nationwide Arena at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 23 Winter Jam 2026 Schottenstein Center at 6 p.m. on Jan. 24 [...]

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The home in Cincinnati's Walnut Hills neighborhood was unoccupied. Vance and his family were not in Ohio.

Law enforcement officials said one person was in custody, but didn't say what the person was arrested for.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- People in Columbus and across the nation are reporting increased shipping delays for packages, especially as orders increased for the holidays. Shipping is always busy during December as people order packages and gifts for loved ones ahead of the winter holidays, but 2025 saw increased delays. According to AMZ Prep, an [...]