Cancer reinforces 'Pie Party' founder's mission
South Side resident Tony Sobony, recovered from throat cancer, is back to taking pies in the face to benefit cancer charities. Tony Sobony figures that […]
Bachelor Recap, Week 3: Round 2 of Miss NC vs. Miss Alabama, plus a tough departure
The third week of “The Bachelor” seemed to pick up where Week 2 left off: lots of tension between Charlotte’s Caelynn MIller-Keyes, the 2018 Miss […]
With 140 buses out of service due to the cold, Columbus City Schools closed Tuesday
Jim Woods The Columbus Dispatch @Woodsnight Monday Jan 21, 2019 at 9:39 PM Jan 21, 2019 at 9:39 PM Columbus City Schools, the state’s largest district, has called off classes Tuesday because too many school […]
Columbus celebrations on bitterly cold MLK Jr. Day warm hearts and souls
Frigid temperatures didn’t stop Columbus residents, government leaders, organizations and the city from marking Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a variety of special […]
Columbus' sanctuary churches say they have a long history of social justice, serving others
Nestled on Columbus’ Near East Side is a church that represents a growing demographic of sanctuary churches: those with mostly African-American attendees. First English Lutheran Church […]
Ahead of Tuesday’s hearing on election fraud, NC political parties cast competing views
The day before attorneys battle in open court over whether Mark Harris should be officially named the winner of the race for North Carolina’s 9th […]
CMPD investigating a homicide in east Charlotte following domestic violence report
Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said its officers are investigating a homicide in east Charlotte after responding to a domestic violence incident Monday afternoon. Officers responded to a […]
CMPD investigating a homicide in east Charlotte
A homicide investigation is underway in east Charlotte Monday afternoon, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said. CMPD said it focused the investigation on a neighborhood off of Albemarle […]
Soledad O’Brien on President Trump’s attacks on the media
Soledad O’Brien on President Trump’s attacks on the media By January 21, 2019 04:10 PM Besides talking about MLK’s legacy O’Brien addressed President Trump’s use […]
Journalist, Soledad O’Brien, talks about MLK’s hard message and legacy
Journalist, Soledad O’Brien, talks about MLK’s hard message and legacy By January 21, 2019 04:10 PM O’Brien was the keynote speaker at the YMCA’s 25th […]
Wexner fund gives $20 million to Nationwide Children's center addressing family violence
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced Monday that it has received a $20 million gift from the Wexner Family Charitable Fund for The Center for Family Safety and […]
Family mourns couple killed in armed robbery at East Side internet cafe
Joseph and Karen Arrington had been married more than 10 years and were working at Players Paradise on Sunday morning. Police said the pair were […]
She lost her engagement ring on a tropical beach. Weeks later, a stranger began digging.
If only clouds and rain had hung over the beach on Dec. 11 in Costa Rica, like the forecast had predicted, none of this would […]
Ohio State scientist says Greenland's ice melt has 'hit a tipping point'
An Ohio State University scientist recently published climate change research showing ice is now melting four times faster in Greenland than in 2003. “Transfer of […]
With few exceptions, Franklin County property tax payments due Tuesday
Marc Kovac The Columbus Dispatch @ohiocapitalblog Monday Jan 21, 2019 at 12:17 PM Jan 21, 2019 at 12:17 PM If you’re a furloughed federal employee or you meet one of half a dozen other valid […]
TV and radio listings: January 21
Taking a spin around the sports dial.
New Short North parking rules take effect Tuesday; warning tickets come first
Short North drivers, you’re getting your final warning: Pay to park, or pay a fine. Columbus parking enforcement officers will begin issuing warning tickets Tuesday […]
Deputy mistook helpers for attacker before shooting of juvenile defendant
A Franklin County deputy sheriff who fatally shot a 16-year-old boy a year ago in the Domestic Relations/Juvenile Court building thought that one of the […]
Olentangy schools conference aims to remind us we have more in common than we think
The elementary school students will travel the globe, experiencing the clothing, sports, music and food of other cultures, without leaving their classroom. But instead of […]
Central Ohio under wind chill advisory until noon
Patrick Cooley @PatrickACooley Monday Jan 21, 2019 at 7:49 AM Jan 21, 2019 at 7:49 AM Central Ohio is under a wind chill advisory until noon on Monday. The outside temperature is expected to stay […]
Central Ohio under wind chill advisory until Noon on Monday
Patrick Cooley @PatrickACooley Monday Jan 21, 2019 at 7:49 AM Jan 21, 2019 at 7:49 AM Central Ohio is under a wind chill advisory until noon on Monday. The outside temperature is expected to stay […]
Wexner fund gives $20 million to Nationwide Children's family healing center
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced Monday that it has received a $20 million gift from the Wexner Family Charitable Fund for The Center for Family Safety and […]
Creativity, hard work mark new Columbus councilwoman Shayla Favor
Shayla D. Favor is a lawyer who has spent the past five years helping Columbus battle blight and vacant and abandoned properties Downtown and on […]
A pessimistic population means ‘Yellow Vest’ protests could become more mainstream, new survey warns
France has seen over the last two months repeated street and violent protests – a scenario that could become more mainstream worldwide, the Edelman Trust […]
Crime Stoppers: December shooting and robbery remains unsolved
Patrick Cooley @PatrickACooley Monday Jan 21, 2019 at 6:22 AM Jan 21, 2019 at 6:23 AM On Dec. 23, a Columbus man was shot and robbed on the Near East Side by three unidentified males. […]
One year after juvenile court shooting, no decision on need for more deputies
Franklin County officials are withholding judgment on a request from the sheriff’s office to hire more deputies for security in the Domestic Relations/Juvenile Court building. Richard Scarborough was the only […]
US calls on Russia to destroy new missile system
The U.S. has called on Russia to destroy a new cruise missile system which it said constituted a “direct violation” of the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces […]
Inspiring youth to live out Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
Religious leaders throughout central Ohio and the nation are encouraging young people to believe in themselves and to embrace Martin Luther King Jr’s dream of […]
Pakistani PM’s party wants ex-president out of parliament
Pakistani PM’s party asking top court to disqualify ex-president from parliament for allegedly concealing assets abroad
Curt Schilling ‘deserves to be in the Baseball Hall of Fame,’ Trump tweets
President Donald Trump on Sunday endorsed former Major League Baseball pitcher Curt Schilling for the Baseball Hall of Fame days before the official 2019 class […]
Cambodia’s Hun Sen meets Xi Jinping on Beijing visit
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a visit to Beijing that reinforces ties between China and its closest […]
‘Start Here’: A 2nd US-North Korea summit. What you need to know to start your day.
It’s Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. Here’s what you need to start your day.
In pictures: ‘Super blood wolf moon’
Some stargazers struggled to see the rare lunar eclipse which makes the moon appear to glow red.
France’s Macron hosts 150 world business leaders
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting 150 world business leaders in a bid to promote his pro-business agenda, as yellow vest protesters take to the […]
Israel says its jets struck Iranian military sites in Syria
The announcement was a rare departure from Israel’s usual ambiguity on Syria.
Lincoln is sold out of ‘suicide door’ Continentals
Commemorative model is a hit.
All the $100,000 Lincoln Continental sedans with ‘suicide doors’ sold out in two days
Lincoln already plans another run of its all-out American luxury cruiser for next year, with a few slight tweaks.
European power firms aim to harness electric car batteries
Ever wanted to run your electric car for free? If you’re open to a bit of give and take, then stay plugged in and your […]
US teen denies mocking Native American
The confrontation between a white student and a Native American elder sparked widespread criticism.
Virgin reveals adults-only cruise ship
Virgin Voyages’ first ship, the adults-only Scarlet Lady, will set sail to the Caribbean from Miami in 2020. Here’s a preview of its luxury “RockStar […]
Serena Williams knocks out Simona Halep in epic Australian Open clash
Serena Williams impresses in a high-quality 6-1 4-6 6-4 last-16 win over top seed Simona Halep at the Australian Open.
The Note: 2020 Democrats looking back before looking forward
The Democrats’ race for 2020 is on and there is a remarkable amount of looking back by candidates who would rather be looking forward.
Pakistan kicks off year’s first polio campaign in 2019
Health official says Pakistan kicks off first polio vaccination campaign for 2019 in efforts to eradicate disease
Drummore couple’s death prompts road closure review
Coastal defence work in the area is also being brought forward after James and Susan Kenneavy’s car washed up on a beach.
Iraq says goodbye to its beloved archaeologist al-Gailani
Iraq mourns loss of beloved archaeologist al-Gailani who helped rebuild Baghdad museum after 2003 US-led invasion
Six Nations: Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton should be fit for England opener – Cullen
Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton is nearing a return to full fitness ahead of the Six Nations opener against England, according to Leinster boss Leo Cullen.
Israel strikes Iranian targets in Syria after missile launch
Missile fired at Israel was launched by Iranians in Syria, military says ■ Russia: 4 Syrian soldiers killed, 30 Israeli missiles destroyed ■ Watchdog: 11 […]
New computer system causing confusion, benefit delays for Ohio food-stamp recipients
The homeless man had made it through the application process, barely, but now he was stuck. His food-assistance money seemed to have taken a digital detour […]
Hot air balloon unexpected landing near Peterborough
Residents “mucked in” to help the pilot roll up the balloon after it landed in the middle of the village.