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BREAKING OVERNIGHT: One person is dead and another was hospitalized in critical condition after a Licking County house fire erupted Friday morning. https://nbc4i.co/4jIUiA5?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 11:53 AM
BREAKING OVERNIGHT: One person is dead and another was hospitalized in critical condition after a Licking County house fire erupted Friday morning. https://nbc4i.co/4jIUiA5?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Some Central Ohio Transit Authority riders may soon see buses arriving more often and routes running more reliably. https://tinyurl.com/2smfc4bv?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Some Central Ohio Transit Authority riders may soon see buses arriving more often and routes running more reliably. https://tinyurl.com/2smfc4bv?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Michael Kors has agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement that hands out merchandise certificates to qualified customers. https://tinyurl.com/59ut95fb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Michael Kors has agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement that hands out merchandise certificates to qualified customers. https://tinyurl.com/59ut95fb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Columbus has been able to attract new businesses and residents largely due to its affordability and geographic location; however, recent data shows that growth is not equally beneficial for the city's residents. https://tinyurl.com/bddujmtr?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Columbus has been able to attract new businesses and residents largely due to its affordability and geographic location; however, recent data shows that growth is not equally beneficial for the city's residents. https://tinyurl.com/bddujmtr?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Senate Republicans are vowing to block any effort by President Trump to seize Greenland by military force.
Republicans vow to block Trump from seizing Greenland by force
Senate Republicans are vowing to block any effort by President Trump to seize Greenland by military force, as Trump officials on Wednesday refused to back off their demands to control the island du…
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January 16, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Senate Republicans are vowing to block any effort by President Trump to seize Greenland by military force.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce recently released a model policy on AI in education and districts statewide will have to craft a policy that fits their specific needs. https://tinyurl.com/5dff563j?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 2:40 AM
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce recently released a model policy on AI in education and districts statewide will have to craft a policy that fits their specific needs. https://tinyurl.com/5dff563j?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
For the second day in a row, Republican lawmakers have proposed new legislation to prevent child care fraud. https://tinyurl.com/2eb5ndnk?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 2:20 AM
For the second day in a row, Republican lawmakers have proposed new legislation to prevent child care fraud. https://tinyurl.com/2eb5ndnk?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A Columbus animal clinic fell victim to an incident that’s seems more and more common in the city after a vehicle crashed into the Village Animal Clinic last weekend. https://tinyurl.com/593nsy55?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 2:00 AM
A Columbus animal clinic fell victim to an incident that’s seems more and more common in the city after a vehicle crashed into the Village Animal Clinic last weekend. https://tinyurl.com/593nsy55?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
More than $800,000 was raised for a Ford line worker at a Michigan plant who allegedly criticized President Donald Trump's handling of the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. https://tinyurl.com/5x8wxuhb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Suspended Ford worker who heckled Trump gets $800K in donations
A Ford employee was suspended after heckling Trump during a visit of a Michigan auto plant.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:40 AM
More than $800,000 was raised for a Ford line worker at a Michigan plant who allegedly criticized President Donald Trump's handling of the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. https://tinyurl.com/5x8wxuhb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
If you’re looking for a job, it can be hard to know where to start. State leaders are launching a brand-new website that will help connect Ohioans with in-demand jobs. https://nbc4i.co/3NtiqKT?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 1:20 AM
If you’re looking for a job, it can be hard to know where to start. State leaders are launching a brand-new website that will help connect Ohioans with in-demand jobs. https://nbc4i.co/3NtiqKT?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
More than a decade ago, ODOT identified the area between Thomas Avenue and I-70 as one that needs a noise wall, but the plans for that project have still not been finalized. https://tinyurl.com/3fxzwtdb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 1:00 AM
More than a decade ago, ODOT identified the area between Thomas Avenue and I-70 as one that needs a noise wall, but the plans for that project have still not been finalized. https://tinyurl.com/3fxzwtdb?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
First responders from around Ohio gathered in Columbus this week for the third annual Ohio Counterterrorism Conference. https://tinyurl.com/nhbuyams?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 12:40 AM
First responders from around Ohio gathered in Columbus this week for the third annual Ohio Counterterrorism Conference. https://tinyurl.com/nhbuyams?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A man is facing charges after he allegedly fired a gun inside a Grove City hospital during a fight with a hospital security guard. https://tinyurl.com/4kzcpfun?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 12:20 AM
A man is facing charges after he allegedly fired a gun inside a Grove City hospital during a fight with a hospital security guard. https://tinyurl.com/4kzcpfun?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Ohio Republican lawmakers are renewing efforts to override Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of a budget provision. https://nbc4i.co/49Cgo2n?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ohio Republican lawmakers are renewing efforts to override Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of a budget provision. https://nbc4i.co/49Cgo2n?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A Republican candidate vying to be Florida's next governor has suggested imposing a 50% "sin tax" on OnlyFans incomes. https://tinyurl.com/4ahfutmd?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Florida Republican candidate suggests ‘sin tax’ for OnlyFans creators
“…young women who could otherwise be mothers raising families, rearing children, I don’t want them to be selling their bodies to sick men online.”
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January 15, 2026 at 11:40 PM
A Republican candidate vying to be Florida's next governor has suggested imposing a 50% "sin tax" on OnlyFans incomes. https://tinyurl.com/4ahfutmd?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
The process to bring the suspect in a Weinland Park couple’s murder back to Ohio is underway but could take some time. https://tinyurl.com/27u7ncrj?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The process to bring the suspect in a Weinland Park couple’s murder back to Ohio is underway but could take some time. https://tinyurl.com/27u7ncrj?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Thursday is the deadline for open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act marketplace. Thousands of Ohioans could see their health insurance premiums increase within days.https://nbc4i.co/4qYZYsf?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Thursday is the deadline for open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act marketplace. Thousands of Ohioans could see their health insurance premiums increase within days.https://nbc4i.co/4qYZYsf?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
At least 45 people in nearly two dozen states have been sickened with salmonella food poisoning tied to the Super Greens brand of diet supplement powder, federal health officials said Wednesday.
Recalled diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonella: CDC
An FDA investigation is continuing and additional products could be contaminated, the agency said.
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January 15, 2026 at 9:01 PM
At least 45 people in nearly two dozen states have been sickened with salmonella food poisoning tied to the Super Greens brand of diet supplement powder, federal health officials said Wednesday.
Listening to just the right music to tailor your Spotify Wrapped is about to get more expensive as the streaming service becomes the latest in a growing trend of companies raising subscription prices. https://nbc4i.co/3Z1aovz?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Listening to just the right music to tailor your Spotify Wrapped is about to get more expensive as the streaming service becomes the latest in a growing trend of companies raising subscription prices. https://nbc4i.co/3Z1aovz?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
A clipper storm will bring a period of light snow to Columbus’ weather on Friday, beginning in the morning, with accumulations up to an inch.
Columbus weather: What to know about this week’s arctic blast
A clipper storm will bring a period of light snow Friday, with accumulations up to an inch. This will pave the way for an arctic cold front to cross Ohio early in the weekend, accompanied by a blas…
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A clipper storm will bring a period of light snow to Columbus’ weather on Friday, beginning in the morning, with accumulations up to an inch.
President Trump early Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act following another shooting involving a federal agent overnight in Minnesota.
Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act in Minnesota
The Insurrection Act allows the president to send military troops to an area in an effort to tamp down on civil unrest.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
President Trump early Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act following another shooting involving a federal agent overnight in Minnesota.
A lawsuit alleges that Dr. Michael McKee was involved in a 2023 procedure in which an eight inch piece of plastic tubing was left inside a patient. https://nbc4i.co/4pCg9uh?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
A lawsuit alleges that Dr. Michael McKee was involved in a 2023 procedure in which an eight inch piece of plastic tubing was left inside a patient. https://nbc4i.co/4pCg9uh?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
#BREAKING: A college basketball point-shaving scheme involved players allegedly rigging games against Ohio University and Kent State, according to a federal indictment. https://nbc4i.co/3LIElxf?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 4:22 PM
#BREAKING: A college basketball point-shaving scheme involved players allegedly rigging games against Ohio University and Kent State, according to a federal indictment. https://nbc4i.co/3LIElxf?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Winter fun is in full swing in central Ohio, and this weekend’s event list is filled with reasons to get out of the house. https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/central-ohio-news/columbus-events-winter-2026/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
January 15, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Winter fun is in full swing in central Ohio, and this weekend’s event list is filled with reasons to get out of the house. https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/central-ohio-news/columbus-events-winter-2026/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said during a news conference that the gathering was an unlawful assembly and “people need to leave.”
Another immigration shooting in Minneapolis heightens fear and anger
A federal officer shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis after being attacked with a shovel and broom handle, further heightening the sense of fear and anger radiating across the city a week after an…
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January 15, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said during a news conference that the gathering was an unlawful assembly and “people need to leave.”