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National coffee chain Dutch Bros proposes location near Dublin

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) โ€“ 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 [...]

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The off-duty health risks police officers face

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Law enforcement is known as a dangerous profession but a new study revealed that the risks arenโ€™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 [...]

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Capital budget undecided as state lawmakers look to reelection

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 Assemblyโ€™s second year in session. As of mid-December, when lawmakers left for the holidays, discussions were still ongoing. โ€œI hope we can have a capital bill next [...]

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Leaving unhealthy habits in 2025

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 [...]

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State lawmakers look to safeguard Ohioan's cryptocurrencies in 2026

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 Ohioansโ€™ digital assets safe. They are also looking at ways for the state [...]

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Nationwide Children's awarded millions to study school-based suicide prevention programs

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 Childrenโ€™s Hospital was just awarded $16 million for a study on school-based suicide prevention [...]

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How to be aware of possible odometer fraud

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Itโ€™s a concerning trend across the United States: scammers are targeting used car buyers and costing people thousands of dollars. While older cars may be an easier target, scammers are evolving and finding ways to remove thousands of miles from a carโ€™s history. Odometer fraud happens when someone illegally rolls back [...]

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Columbus police respond to 8 calls after social media videos about daycares

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Columbus Division of Police said it has responded to at least eight calls after social media videos regarding daycares in the area. A police spokesperson could not confirm the details of each call, but in a statement said the calls were in the following ten-code categories: disturbance, information/assistance, check on [...]

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Columbus police ask for video, photos as investigation into couple's deaths continues

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus police are asking the public to share video and photo evidence related to an investigation into the deaths of a north Columbus couple. Police are asking that anyone who may have evidence from midnight to 9 a.m. on Tuesday in the area of Summit Street, North Grant Avenue, East 7th [...]

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