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• Local businesses fear the unknown with new FDA regulations looming

  05-05-2016 23:51
  
  Shops that now are fearful their businesses might go up in smoke.
  
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• Police: Gunman knew woman he killed outside high school

  05-05-2016 23:48
  
  A man shot and killed a woman who was waiting to pick up her children in the parking lot of a suburban Washington high school Thursday and wounded a man who tried to intervene.
  
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• Official: 1 dead, 1 hurt in shooting at suburban DC school

  05-05-2016 23:48
  
  The Prince George's County Fire and EMS Department says the shooting took place Thursday at High Point High School in Beltsville.
  
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• Hague Avenue Improvements

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• Licking County halfway through bridge repairs, replacements

  05-05-2016 23:27
  
  Nearly 150 bridges need repaired in Licking County.
  
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• Complaints of anti-Semitism derail New Albany Amnesty International chapter

  05-05-2016 23:16
  
  New Albany High School has suspended a student chapter of Amnesty International after receiving complaints that the human-rights group is anti-Semitic. Ellie Henze, 17, the junior who started the group, contends that New Albany-Plain schools administrators violated students’ rights when they shut it down. The district made the move to respect the school's diversity and shield students from a potential political firestorm, officials said.
  
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• State lawmakers consider Petland proposal to kill Grove City law

  05-05-2016 23:15
  
  A Senate amendment slipped into a bill this week would put an end to Grove City’s restriction on Petland’s purchase of cats and dogs.
  
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• Army captain sues Obama; says he lacks authority to fight ISIS

  05-05-2016 22:52
  
  An Army captain sued President Barack Obama, alleging that he doesn't have the proper congressional authority to wage war against Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria.
  
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• Six classic games inducted into video game hall of fame

  05-05-2016 22:08
  
  "Space Invaders" and "Grand Theft Auto III," along with "The Oregon Trail," ''Sonic the Hedgehog," ''The Legend of Zelda" and "The Sims," were honored Thursday.
  
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• National Day of Prayer brings Christians together despite gray day

  05-05-2016 22:03
  
  Thursday's Ohio National Day of Prayer observance outside the Statehouse, a Christian event, was as much patriotic as religious. Along with saying prayers that covered a variety of topics, the more than 100 participants were offered hand-held American flags, said the Pledge of Allegiance and heard renditions of "The Star-Spangled Banner," "The Stars and Stripes Forever" and "America the Beautiful."
  
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• Delaware County starting new alert service, ending CodeRed

  05-05-2016 22:02
  
  User currently getting alerts on their phone will see the service end May 22.
  
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• Man tied to drug ring sentenced to prison

  05-05-2016 21:52
  
  A man charged with participating in a large drug-distribution ring linked to local Latino grocery chain La Michoacana has been sentenced to 13 years, four months in federal prison.
  
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• Cap City Fine Diner to Open at Bridge Park in Dublin

  05-05-2016 21:48
  
  While Cameron Mitchell Restaurants has focused primarily on new concepts (The Guild House, The Barn, The Avenue, etc) and replicating high-end concepts across the country (Ocean Prime opened in Manhattan last fall), this week’s news showcases a return to an older CMR concept that generally falls at a more affordable price point. The developers of […]
  
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• Bush presidents won't endorse Donald Trump

  05-05-2016 21:38
  
  George W. Bush and George H.W. Bush endorsed McCain in 2008 and Romney in 2012 -- but they're not following the party line this time.
  
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• Judge orders state to return exotic animals

  05-05-2016 21:30
  
  A Stark County judge today ordered the state to return 10 exotic animals seized Wednesday. Common Pleas Court Judge Frank Forchione granted a preliminary injunction for the animals' return to Stump Hill Farm in the Massillon area. However, Forchione delayed the order for two weeks based on the advice of a state veterinarian who said the animals could be endangered by being anesthetized again so soon for a return trip.
  
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• First Look: Grandview Theater & Drafthouse

  05-05-2016 21:10
  
  After several months of construction, the shuttered Grandview Theatre is being reborn tonight as the new Grandview Theater and Drafthouse. The venue was acquired by the owners of Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse in Clintonville, who have completely renovated and refreshed the entire space. Co-Owner Eric Brembeck noted that fans of Studio 35 will notice […]
  
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• United Way now focusing on 'dollars-to-mission' effort

  05-05-2016 20:15
  
  Less than a year after announcing that it will no longer set a dollar goal for its annual campaign, the United Way of Central Ohio has decided to repackage the results, too. The agency celebrated the completion of its 2015 campaign today by revealing a "dollars-to-mission" tally — the share of pledges that are to go directly to local poverty-reducing programs and initiatives. That's $29.7 million, or about 61 percent of the reported campaign total of $48.6 million. Angel Harris, the United
  
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• Mega Weekend Spring 2016 – Vol. 9

  05-05-2016 20:00
  
  Hooray for the weekend! This is going to be a big one! It’s kind of Grand Opening Weekend, with many new things opening up. There are so many things happening on Saturday plus tonight is Cinco de Mayo and Sunday is Mother’s Day! Don’t forget to  get your tickets for the Urban Living Tour and […]
  
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• Internet of Things @ Startup Week

  05-05-2016 19:56
  
  Getting practical with the Internet of Things at ‪#‎CMHStartupWeek‬! With more than 100 great speakers, ‪#‎CMHStartUpWeek‬ shares big ideas from our smart + open community. May 2-6, the free events celebrate Columbus’ dynamic entrepreneurial spirit. Check it out! http://columbus.startupweek.co/ The Columbus Foundation is working to capture The Spirit of Columbus through images that showcase the determination, dedication, and commitme
  
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• TV Review: Where My Girls At? We’re Watching “Outlander”

  05-05-2016 19:00
  
  Let’s face it: this review goes out to all the ladies with a Starz subscription. You’d be hard-pressed to get a straight guy to sit through an entire episode of this show. Even the plot summary will make their eyes roll—in 1945, a British couple travels to Scotland on a second honeymoon. The woman happens […]
  
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• Hilliard teen placed on probation for pornography charges

  05-05-2016 18:30
  
  A 19-year-old Hilliard man was placed on probation today for four years for downloading and sharing child pornography.
  
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• Medical marijuana proposal heads to Ohio House

  05-05-2016 18:29
  
  Faster than you could say "tetrahydrocannabinol," an Ohio House committee approved medical marijuana legislation today, clearing the way for a likely vote by the full House on Tuesday.
  
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• Portman campaign dismisses rumors of Trump/Portman ticket

  05-05-2016 18:27
  
  A senior campaign aide to Sen. Rob Portman dismissed reports that he has any interest in becoming New York billionaire Donald Trump’s vice presidential running mate, saying “it’s not happening. Period.”
  
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• Family massacre so far falls outside usual patterns in mass killings

  05-05-2016 18:11
  
  Two weeks after eight family members were shot to death in Pike County, authorities have yet to identify any suspects. While that's unusual, it's not unheard of for mass-killing cases to remain unsolved — even years later.
  
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• No one likes the new “Ghostbusters” trailer

  05-05-2016 18:09
  
  Judging by the massive amount of dislikes, fans are booting the new, all-female “Ghostbusters” reboot.
  
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• FDA brings e-cigarettes under federal authority

  05-05-2016 16:53
  
  The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday released long-awaited rules that bring the burgeoning industry under federal oversight.
  
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• New in Theaters: Captain America, Tale of Tales, The Family Fang & More

  05-05-2016 15:30
  
  Summer approaches! How do we know? Because the first Marvel film of 2016 has arrived. The Captain won’t have a great deal of competition at the multiplex, but there are more than enough strong indies unspooling in local art houses and independent cinemas this weekend to satisfy any moviegoer. Captain America: Civil War Cap (Chris […]
  
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• Ohio Politics Now: Trump's campaign too big for Kasich to gain traction

  05-05-2016 15:20
  
  After a defeat in Indiana and having the fourth-most GOP delegates with only two candidates left in the race, Ohio Gov. John Kasich ended his campaign Wednesday leaving only Donald Trump left.
  
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• Two dead in Morrow Co. head-on crash (UPDATE)

  05-05-2016 15:02
  
  At least two people are dead following a car accident in Morrow County.
  
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• Two dead in Morrow Co. head-on crash

  05-05-2016 15:02
  
  At least two people are dead following a car accident in Morrow County.
  
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• Two dead in Morrow Co. crash

  05-05-2016 15:02
  
  At least two people are dead following a car accident in Morrow County.
  
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• Planning commission OKs Park & Main development

  05-05-2016 14:51
  
  The Bexley Planning Commission has given conditional approval for a new residential and retail building on a vacant lot at the northwest corner of East Main Street and Parkview Avenue.
  
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• Buyers struggling to compete in surging housing market

  05-05-2016 14:44
  
  On every side of central Ohio, realtors are seeing a surge in the demand for real estate.
  
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• These are the top Mother's Day trends

  05-05-2016 14:31
  
  If you think mom wants a spa day, a new dress or the hottest gadget on the market for Mother's Day -- you may be wrong.
  
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• WATCH: Gwen Stefani rocks out with George Clooney, Julia Roberts in Carpool Karaoke

  05-05-2016 14:22
  
  James Corden calls on Gwen Stefani to help him get to work, singing her classics along the way until they have to pick up two friends.
  
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• Planning Underway for Downtown Bike Hub at Front and Long

  05-05-2016 14:00
  
  Planning is underway by the City of Columbus on a bike hub that would be located on the first floor of the new city parking garage being built at the northwest corner of Front and Long streets downtown. The facility would be open to the public and would offer cyclists a place to store their […]
  
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• Moving Away but Leaving a Legacy – Denis de Verteuil

  05-05-2016 13:00
  
  When you think of some of the initiatives that have happened in Columbus over the past few years – Design:ROLLS, How We Roll, Bike OSU, Pinchflat, and more – it’s hard not to think of Denis de Verteuil. He grew up in Columbus, and while his life’s path has recently taken him to Brooklyn, many […]
  
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• Russian hackers steal more than 272 million email passwords

  05-05-2016 12:39
  
  A Russian hacker has 272 million stolen Gmail, Yahoo, and Hotmail passwords. Read more.
  
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• Caitlyn Jenner set to pose nude in Sports Illustrated

  05-05-2016 12:39
  
  Several reports confirm that she will appear to honor the 40th anniversary of the 1976 Summer Olympic games.
  
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• Retaining wall crumbles in Pike County

  05-05-2016 12:32
  
  Watson Road in Pike County remains closed on Thursday after a retaining wall began to crack and crumble last week.
  
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• Weekly meditation sessions seek calm Downtown at midday

  05-05-2016 11:56
  
  A trio of people found silence and peace Wednesday amid the din of Downtown traffic, the clamor of lunching workers and the grind of roadwork equipment. Inside Trinity Episcopal Church's Urban-Spirit Center, the reigning sound was the gentle hum of a rin gong that signaled the start and stop of meditation.
  
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• Local Government Insider: Democrats might challenge party's Franklin County treasurer nominee

  05-05-2016 11:48
  
  Many local Democrats were stunned and frustrated when Franklin County Treasurer Ed Leonard lost his primary race to previously unknown challenger Cheryl Sullivan in March. Then came news that Sullivan has filed for bankruptcy three times, including recently, and was convicted in the late 1990s of passing a bad check and buying cocaine.
  
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• Groups sue U.S. EPA over fracking waste regulations

  05-05-2016 11:44
  
  A number of environmental groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, saying the government has failed to adequately regulate how companies dispose of waste created by oil and gas drilling. The organizations, including some in Ohio, want the EPA to revisit regulations over injection wells that pump hundreds of millions of gallons of waste from drilling and fracking each year.
  
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• Family massacre so far falls outside usual patterns in mass killiings

  05-05-2016 11:41
  
  Two weeks after eight family members were shot to death in Pike County, authorities have yet to identify any suspects. While that's unusual, it's not unheard of for mass-killing cases to remain unsolved — even years later.
  
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• Morning Forecast: Chilly and chance for a spinkle; high 64

  05-05-2016 11:37
  
  A few showers possible again today as low pressure drifts over the region.
  
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• Evening Forecast: Partly to mostly cloudy, few showers east of Columbus

  05-05-2016 11:37
  
  Forecasting temperatures to climb to near 70 tomorrow afternoon.
  
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• Afternoon Forecast: Mostly cloudy with chance for rain, High 61

  05-05-2016 11:37
  
  Temperatures will remain well below average today but should rebound over the next couple of days as high pressure returns.
  
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• Giant Eagle recalls bulk sunflower seeds over listeria concern

  05-05-2016 04:54
  
  The affected product was sold at the Kingsdale, Grandview Yard and Dublin Market District locations.
  
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• Kasich supporters react to end of presidential campaign

  05-05-2016 04:50
  
  Republican presidential hopeful John Kasich told a crowd of supporters gathered at the Franklin Park Conservatory that he was suspending his campaign.
  
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• Woman pleads not guilty in Oklahoma State parade crash

  05-05-2016 04:39
  
  A woman accused of driving her car into Oklahoma State's homecoming parade, killing four people and injuring dozens, pleaded not guilty Wednesday.
  
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