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Gov. DeWine discusses child care centers fraud allegations, state safeguards

✇Local News | NBC4 WCMH-TV
By:Orri Benatar · Katie Millard · Jesse Bethea
5 January 2026 at 13:00
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 [...]

Columbus ranked seventh most livable city in U.S.

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By:Katie Millard
5 January 2026 at 11:00
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 [...]

Fast-casual eatery serving Mediterranean, Middle Eastern food opens at Easton

✇Local News | NBC4 WCMH-TV
By:Ava Boldizar
5 January 2026 at 10:00
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 [...]

ARRL Awards Colvin Grant to Bouvet DXpedition

✇American Radio Relay League | Ham Radio Association and Resources
5 January 2026 at 10:00

ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® has awarded a $5,000 Colvin Award grant to the Delta-Xray Group, organizers of the upcoming 3YØK DXpedition to Bouvet Island, scheduled for February and March, 2026. Bouvet is a remote island in the Southern Ocean, populated only by seals and penguins, and known for treacherous weather and surf conditions. It is a territory of Norway and nearly a...

Mecha Noodle Bar closes Short North restaurant, its only Ohio location

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By:David Rees
5 January 2026 at 09:30
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 [...]

Ex-Crew manager Wilfried Nancy fired by Celtic FC after eight games

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By:Orri Benatar
5 January 2026 at 09:29
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 [...]

Man detained after home of Vice President JD Vance reportedly vandalized in Cincinnati

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By:Adam Conn
5 January 2026 at 07:17
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 [...]

Top concerts coming to central Ohio in 2026

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By:David Rees
5 January 2026 at 07:00
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 [...]

Why your holiday gift shipment may have been delayed

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By:Katie Millard
5 January 2026 at 06:00
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 [...]

The most popular and unique dogs names in Franklin County in 2025

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By:Ava Boldizar
5 January 2026 at 05:30
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The Franklin County Auditor’s Office has revealed the most popular and unique local dog names of 2025.  The government agency compiled the list using data from Franklin County dog license applications. Bella took the No. 1 spot, with 878 registered dogs in the county bearing the name. The completed top 10 [...]

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