COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Phishing, defined as a cybercrime in which someone poses as a legitimate institution to lure people into providing personal or financial information. When it comes to phishing, the Better Business Bureau says: "The sender relies on a victim's curiosity to click or download something dangerous." And that, "many of these messages [...]
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WCMH) -- A 21-year-old man was rescued Wednesday after being stranded on a log in flood waters of the Scioto River, according to the Scioto County Sheriff's office. Two teens and the 21-year-old were reportedly hunting for beaver when the 21-year-old was swept into the water, the sheriff's office said in a news [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (COLUMBUS BUSINESS FIRST) -- A new amenity is coming to John Glenn Columbus International Airport: a relaxing lounge for travelers willing to pay a premium to access a luxury airport experience. That 2,800-square-foot space at CMH will be provided by the brand Escape Lounge, which is affiliated with American Express and Centurion. It's [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (COLUMBUS BUSINESS FIRST) -- Bath & Body Works Inc. will be searching for a new CEO. Andrew Meslow will step down from that role with the Columbus-based retailer effective May 12 due to health reasons, the company announced late Wednesday. Board Chair Sarah Nash has been appointed executive chair effective immediately and will [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The death of a 17-year-old who died in October has been ruled a homicide, according to a news release from the Columbus Division of Police. Christian Caro, who died about 10 months after being struck in the head with a bullet, arrived at at house in Galloway in April, with a [...]
A new phase has been entered in the search for a missing 17-year-old who disappeared Monday evening after reportedly walking into the Big Walnut Creek near Academy Park, according to Mifflin Township.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Columbus Blue Jackets have placed goaltender Elvis Merzlikins on injured reserve retroactive to February 17. Merzlikins, 27, has missed the past two games with a lower body injury suffered at Chicago and is day-to-day. CBJ also placed goalie Joonas Korpisalo on injured reserve retroactive to February 15. Korpisalo has missed [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Ohio Department of Health has released the latest number of COVID-19 cases in the state. Numbers as of Thursday, Feb. 24 follow: Total Change New cases 2,649,692 +1,321 Hospitalizations 112,056 +151 ICU admissions 13,187 +17 Deaths* 36,267 N/A *Deaths are updated twice a week, usually on Tuesdays and Fridays The [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus police investigating woman’s death as homicide Police say a woman’s death in north Columbus is being investigated as a homicide. According to the Columbus Division of Police, at about 9:17 p.m., Tuesday, officers were called to the 1700 block of Melrose Avenue on the report of a shooting. [...]
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NORTHWEST HALF TONIGHT The leading edge of the next cross-country storm brought a band of light snow and sleet before dawn. There will be a lull before precipitation redevelops this evening across central Ohio, as low pressure moves northeast from the Tennessee Valley into southeast Ohio tonight. Rainfall will total up to [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Soccer is returning to Columbus as the Crew is ready to kick-off its 2022 season Saturday against the Vancouver Whitecaps. The 2021 season for the Black & Gold had its moments of grandeur with the grand opening of a new downtown stadium, a new state-of-the-art training facility, and the club's first [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Ohio Department of Health will be providing an update on the coronavirus in the state during a news conference, Thursday. ODH Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff will be joined by Dr. Amy Edwards, Associate Medical Director of Women’s and Children’s Infection Control at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, [...]
The trial of Dr. William Husel is being livestreamed each day on NBC4i.com and the NBC4 app. 10:00 a.m. update: Proceedings have resumed for Thursday, Feb. 24. On the stand is Gregory Dresbach, a pharmacist at Mount Carmel West who says he rejected some of Dr. Husel's orders, and sent emails to his superior about [...]
QUICK WEATHER FORECAST: Today: Wintry mix to rain, high 38 Tonight: Light rain/snow showers, low 30 Friday: Light AM snow showers, clearing later, high 34 Saturday: Partly cloudy, dry, high 36 Sunday: Mostly sunny, few PM flurries, high 41 Monday: Mostly sunny, colder, high 37 FORECAST DISCUSSION: Happy Thursday, everybody! Our counties along and to [...]
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on state television he has authorized military operations in Ukraine, according to multiple reports.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Police are investigating after a man is dead when his car crashed into a southeast Columbus home and caused a fire. Police say just before 2 a.m., Thursday, a man drove into the house in the 1700 block of Penfield Road after getting into an argument with a woman. The [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – While more Ohioans are dying from fentanyl-related drug overdoses than ever before, it represents a double-edged sword: It’s also used as a medically prescribed painkiller. The powerful opioid – used in regulated medical settings and illicit street labs alike – can induce feelings of euphoria and pain relief. And it can [...]
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio (WCMH) -- A family was able to make it out of a Canal Winchester home before it was destroyed by fire, early Thursday morning. Firefighters say the fire started in an attached garage at the home located on Canal Court, and quickly spread throughout the house. Crews took a defensive [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – One person is dead after a shooting Wednesday night in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus. Columbus police said officers responded to a call for the shooting at approximately 11:08 p.m. on the 300 block of Whitethorne Avenue. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. No other information is available at [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- One person injured in a head-on crash in south Columbus Monday has died due to their injuries. The victim's death was revealed Wednesday. According to Columbus police, the crash took place on SR-104 and Alum Creek Drive at approximately 6:49 p.m. Two other people were injured in the crash. One was [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Thousands of free books will be available to central Ohio families this weekend. The event is being held at St. Stephen's Community House Saturday from noon until 3 p.m. If you're a teacher, you can get up to 40 books per classroom, while families can get up to 10 books per [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Both Groveport Madison and Worthington school districts dropped their mask mandates for both students and staff, joining a growing list of central Ohio districts doing away with requiring masks to combat COVID-19. At Wednesday's school board meeting, the Groveport Madison district announced masks will be recommended, but not required, starting Thursday, [...]
(WCMH) -- Used car prices are skyrocketing. Starter cars that were once priced at $10,000 are now going for up to $20,000. Laurie Boyers is a mom trying to buy her 16-year-old daughter an affordable and safe first car. She said all the cars she's finding are too expensive or have too many miles. Worst [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Former members of a Columbus church are telling their stories, accusing the church of functioning as a cult. Some of them say members can be subjected to dangerous living conditions in overcrowded homes. The homes are not owned by Dwell Community Church, which until early 2020 was called Xenos Christian Fellowship, [...]
Timing: Wednesday's weather has been cloudy and chilly ahead of a wintry mix. The first signs of change are already in place with clouds around Ohio. These clouds will be paired with a light wintry mix as early as 10-11 p.m. Wednesday. A light wintry mix, which will include flurries and some light freezing drizzle, [...]
