❌

Reading view

COSI cuts 15% of staff amid funding changes

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Center of Science and Industry (COSI) has cut 15% of its staff amid funding changes. "Like many cultural institutions across the country, COSI is adjusting to changes in attendance and funding," a spokesperson said to in a statement to NBC4. "After careful review, we made the difficult decision to reduce [...]

  •  

After 40 years, Gahanna school district cremates taxidermy lion

GAHANNA, Ohio (WCMH) -- As Gahanna Lincoln High School students make the transition to their new building, one familiar face won't be there. On Saturday, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools unveiled its new high school, built adjacent to the former Gahanna Lincoln building. Students first attended class in the new building last Wednesday and Thursday, with half [...]

  •  

Fox in the Snow considering locations in Upper Arlington, near Clintonville

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Columbus-based cafΓ© chain is considering a location in Upper Arlington and another near Clintonville.Β  Fox in the Snow has proposed a cafΓ© at 1510 W. Lane Ave. in Upper Arlington and at 4201 N. High St. in Columbus’ Whetstone neighborhood near Clintonville, according to city permits. Both permits were filed [...]

  •  

M/I Homes plan for 251 homes OK'd as part of 230-acre Delaware development

DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) -- A new phase of a large residential Delaware development is moving closer to approval after clearing a key city review. A proposal by M/I Homes to build 251 single-family houses on roughly 95 acres as part of the Northwood development receive a unanimous recommendation for approval from the Delaware Planning Commission [...]

  •  

Coffee shop supporting veterans opens first brick-and-mortar in Gahanna

GAHANNA, Ohio (WCMH) – A coffee shop whose proceeds help support veterans has opened its first brick-and-mortar in Gahanna. SGT. Coffee Co. began serving customers inside The Well, an event venue located at 140 N. High St., on Dec. 15. The shop will hold a grand opening on Jan. 22 with a ribbon cutting at [...]

  •  

FYR Short North unveils new chef, reimagined menu with Ohio-inspired flavors

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- A Short North restaurant is serving up a new take on live-fire dining. FYR Short North, inside the Hilton Columbus Downtown at 402 N. High St., is emphasizing Ohio-sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors with a reimagined menu centered on wood-fire cooking. Dishes on the new menu include a wood-oven crab cake, [...]

  •  

Should you paint your brick home? Central Ohio expert has warning

Curatola Masonry has warned against using standard paint on brick homes due to potential long-term damage, and suggested using masonry-specific mineral or vapor-permeable paints instead.

  •  

Revised plans surface for delayed 24-story Columbus tower with grocer

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Updated plans have emerged for a delayed 24-story mixed-use tower proposed for a prominent Downtown corner, nearly a year after city officials paused demolition tied to the project. Bluestone Brothers Development's revised proposal for The Estrella, planned for the southeast corner of East Rich and South Fourth streets, reduces the project's [...]

  •  

Attorney who billed $9,000 a month no longer affiliated with South Western schools

GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) -- An attorney who billed South Western City Schools $9,000 a month for retainer services is no longer with the district, a school spokesperson confirmed. After a trio of Democrat-backed candidates won seats on the board in November, they promised their first act would be severing ties with attorney Omar Tarazi. [...]

  •  

Tepe murder case: β€˜We believe … we have the person responsible,’ police chief says

COLUMBUS, OHIO (WCMH) β€” Columbus police said Wednesday that they believe Dr. Michael McKee acted alone and that there are no other suspects in the north Columbus shooting deaths of his ex-wife and her husband, a case that was drawn national attention Police Chief Elaine Bryant shared updates into the deaths of Monique and Spencer [...]

  •  

Coyotes to become more active in Ohio as mating season begins

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio residents may soon see more coyotes as the animals’ mating season begins. Coyote mating season in Ohio typically occurs from late January through March, according to Ohio Division of Wildlife communications specialist Lindsey Krusling. β€œThey tend to be more active and visible as they'll travel to find mates, establish their [...]

  •  

Columbus activists call for action against ICE

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- An emergency meeting on Columbus' south side Tuesday night called for action against Immigration and Customs Enforcement as fears over immigration enforcement continue in central Ohio.Β  "Even though it's a scary time in history right now, it's also an important time," attendee Nik Monastere said. "And I'm just so proud that [...]

  •  

Organization receives funding to prevent suicide among young men

This article discusses suicide. 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) -- An Ohio nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention is launching [...]

  •  
❌