Columbus has long been Ohio’s seat of state power and a fast-growing urban hub, spotlighted today as national news touches on elections and local governance.
Three people, including a one-year-old, have died after a police shooting in a Senatobia, Mississippi Walmart parking lot. The driver accelerated toward officers after a shoplifting call, prompting an officer to fire into the vehicle. The child died at a hospital; one other occupant is critically injured. Investigations are ongoing.
A UK-based writer explains how side hustles—from Swagbucks to focus groups—have funded a first home. The piece outlines the daily methods, pay ranges, and practical notes on participation, highlighting how flexible gigs can supplement household finances.
Legendary guitarist Buddy Guy will headline a one-night 90th birthday concert at Radio City Music Hall with a star-studded guest list. The show, part of a wider summer tour, marks Guy’s ninth Grammy win and follows his long career in blues and rock.
England faces Mexico in the World Cup last-16 at the Azteca Stadium. Security has been stepped up amid noise outside England’s hotel and concerns about crowds, with authorities preparing for potential disruptions. Kick-off remains at 6pm local time, with officials emphasizing safety and orderly conduct.
Authorities have found 16 children in deplorable conditions at a Hamden home in southern Ohio. The adults involved have been charged with second-degree felony child endangerment. Several children require medical treatment and were transported to hospitals. The investigation continues as officials say the case is not believed to be human trafficking.
Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski has reaffirmed his commitment to the Columbus Blue Jackets after a proposed trade to Dallas did not materialize. General manager Don Waddell says discussions with Werenski and his family were resolved, and the star defenseman intends to stay in Columbus to help push the team back into the playoffs this season.
Andrea Shaw has been indicted on two counts of first-degree murder in the May 2025 deaths of her 18-month-old twins, Dallas and Tyson, in Payette, Idaho. Prosecutors say she suffocated them; defense links the deaths to vaccines. Shaw faces life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted.
A sprawling Ohio case centers on 16 siblings found living in squalor in a 12-by-12 room after a warrant uncovered a home described as deplorable. Four adults face felony child endangerment charges as state aid to care for the victims is being considered.
Eight men across multiple states have been charged in two conspiracies related to plans to provide material support to terrorists and to murder a federal official during a UFC event on the White House lawn. Investigators say they planned explosive drones and sniper attacks, targeting high-profile figures; arrests span Ohio, Missouri, Nebraska, Washington, California and West Virginia.
Canadian wildfire smoke is spreading toward the Great Lakes and Northeast, pushing air quality into unhealthy ranges. Officials warn residents to stay indoors, wear masks where needed, and prepare cooling options as heat intensifies.
Five adults have drowned while attempting to save others after a fishing trip on the Scioto River. The victims, all residents of Columbus, were identified as two Honduran couples and three others, with a lone survivor among their children. Authorities say the events unfolded as multiple swimmers entered deep water to aid those in distress.
This week has seen major moves in AI infrastructure financing and buildouts. SpaceX has released renderings for Terafab, a more-than-100-million-square-foot semiconductor factory it plans in Texas that it values at at least $16.8bn for the initial phase. Separately, Nvidia has been reported to be negotiating a $250bn guarantee to back OpenAI’s proposed 10-gigawatt Ohio data‑centre lease and construction debt.
The Women’s Pro Baseball League has launched its inaugural season with four teams—New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco—holding a seven-inning schedule at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. ESPN and the Scripps Sports Network will distribute games in the U.S., while players like Kelsie Whitmore and Ayami Sato headline the action. The league aims to become a lasting platform for women’s professional baseball.
A record summer of heat, drought and wildfires has prompted an emergency Cobra meeting and voluntary retailer suspensions of disposable-barbecue sales. Green groups have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to call the crisis 'climate change' and stop new North Sea drilling; Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice has questioned net zero and urged adaptation and celebration of warmer weather.
Rep. Max Miller has refused to withdraw from Ohio's 7th congressional race after his ex-wife accused him of domestic abuse and the House Ethics Committee opened an inquiry. Party leaders missed the deadline to replace him on the general-election ballot, and Democratic groups have moved to boost challenger Brian Poindexter with millions in ad spending.
A severe derecho has left Gary, Indiana, and parts of northern Indiana without power for days. Officials warn it will take until Aug. 25 to restore full service, as residents rely on generators, community centers, and aid from volunteers amid rising health and safety concerns.
A federal judge has issued an injunction blocking Ohio's proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration ahead of the Oct. 5 deadline. The ruling cites the National Voter Registration Act, which the judge says takes precedence and requires offering registration at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles without extra citizenship documentation.