COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Ohio Redistricting Commission will have a fifth shot to draw state legislative maps after the Ohio Supreme Court rejected its latest proposal -- for the fourth time. The seven-member commission, which approved “modified” versions of maps in late March that had already been deemed unconstitutional by the court, must reconvene and submit [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Car thefts in the Columbus area are skyrocketing in 2022, and police say old technology from two car manufacturers is giving thieves a new way to steal your vehicle. "For these kids, it's a game and it's a status symbol to see how many they can steal in a day, [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A mistrial was declared Friday after a Franklin County jury was unable to decide whether a former Columbus police vice officer should be found guilty of murder. Judge David Young dismissed the jury after it reported for the third time that it was deadlocked. The case will be tried again. The [...]
POWELL, Ohio (WCMH) -- A man was tased and taken into custody Friday afternoon at the Columbus Zoo after he allegedly disobeyed directions from an officer directing traffic. The situation caused a brief panic when it was described on social media as an active shooter situation. According to the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and zoo [...]
New music from Jane Marczewski, known as Nightbirde, has been released by the late singer/songwriter's team and family.
On July 9, 2021, California’s Death Valley reached 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to an automated measuring system there, representing one of the highest temperatures ever recorded on the planet. The world record, also recorded at Death Valley, was 134 degrees in July 1913. More than 210 degrees Fahrenheit separates the highest and the lowest temperatures on record in [...]
HAPPY EASTER / PASSOVER! Skies will turn partly cloudy this afternoon, with a gusty southwesterly wind (20-35 mph). A Wind Advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. for the northern half of the state, where a few gusts will reach 40 mph. Afternoon highs will approach 70 degrees, but not warm up like again until [...]
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) -- Police are investigating after a body was found Thursday in a wooded area behind a strip mall. Chillicothe police said in a news release Friday that officers were called to the area, in the 1000 block of North Bridge Street, about 5 p.m. Thursday after the body had been found. The [...]
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) has announced the nominees for the 2022 CAPA Marquee Awards.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Ohio State University has announced it has reached two settlements with dozens of additional survivors in cases involving former physician Dr. Richard Strauss. The school released Friday that it and 57 additional survivors had settled on agreements totaling $1.995 million. The school says it and 289 survivors have agreed to a [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio State will host its annual spring football game Saturday at noon, which will include tackling. Below are five things to watch for during a head-to-head battle between the offense and defense. #1 Honoring Dwayne Haskins Ohio State coach Ryan Day said the Buckeyes will hold a moment of silence for [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The featured pup of the week is "Bumble Bee." This 18-month-old pup loves attention, treats -- and can even give high-fives. You will want to get to the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center sooner than later. During the first full week of April, 60 dogs were adopted. The shelter [...]
Dustin Thompson, 38, of Ohio, was found guilty on six charges, including disorderly conduct, theft of government property and obstruction of an official proceeding, according to the Justice Department.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — NBC4 Meteorologist Bob Nunnally has been battling cancer for months now and viewers got an update about his fight on Thursday night's special presentation of "The Conversation." Currently, Bob is doing well and will hopefully only have one more round of chemo. He is also resting and spending his time reading [...]
QUICK WEATHER FORECAST: Today: Mostly sunny, breezy, high 68 Tonight: Rain showers, low 46 Saturday: Early AM showers, clearing, high 57 Sunday: Mostly sunny, cooler, high 53 Monday: Mostly cloudy, few showers, high 55 Tuesday: Rain showers, high 53 FORECAST DISCUSSION: Happy Friday! We've got a nice end to the workweek on tap, with daytime [...]
COLUMBUS, OHIO (WCMH) — The Press Secretary for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) said on Tuesday his car was hit by a speeding driver in a work zone during National Work Zone Awareness Week. ODOT Press Secretary Matt Bruning was traveling from a work zone awareness event when he noticed a police officer on [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Students seeking careers in technology and computer software can now take one of the nation's most advanced courses here in Columbus. "Too often African-Americans are not aware of the opportunities that are available in this pathway," said Perry Gregory, senior vice president of the National Center for Urban Solutions. Gregory says [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Gahanna police are putting out a warning to the community after three young children were hurt in what they believe is part of a trending challenge seen on TikTok. It's called the "Orbeez challenge" and Gahanna police say they want to put a stop to this before anyone else gets hurt. [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- With a verdict yet to be reached, a jury concluded its week of deliberations in the murder trial of former Mount Carmel Dr. William Husel. The 12-member jury, tasked with determining whether Husel is guilty of 14 counts of murder, concluded its third day of deliberations behind closed doors Thursday -- [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH)-- Two U.S. senators are now urging the Food and Drug Administration to take action, on recalled baby formula. Powdered infant formula manufactured at Abbott Nutrition's facility in Sturgis, Michigan was recalled in February, due to reports of possible bacterial contamination. After several reported illnesses, and the deaths of two infants, U.S. Senators [...]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is the coach of the linebackers but he was clear a month ago when he said the defense would be "safety-driven." Knowles' defense features four safeties on the field at the same time, so picking which players fill those spots has been a point of [...]
