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• Family of man killed in Newark hit and run asks driver to come forward

  06-02-2017 23:13
  William Goodman died Monday morning, after being hit on State Route 16 late Sunday night. Police said the driver who hit him left the scene.Samantha Zedekar and William Goodman already have one child."He always tried to make sure that I had a good day," she said. "And make sure his son and I were both happy."Six weeks from now, she will give birth to their second son."I felt selfish this morning, because the first thought that went through my head when I got the call letting me know he didn't ma
  
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• Video of the moment 6-year-old boy celebrates end of chemo goins viral

  06-02-2017 23:09
  
  It’s a moment 6-year-old Jimmy Spagnolo’s family has been waiting for since he was just 4 months old — the day the little boy would finally reach the end of his chemotherapy treatments, at least for now.For years, Jimmy has been battling an inoperable brain tumor. So far, he’s gone through four rounds of chemo to shrink the tumor. I'M PRAYING FOR JIMMY SPAGNOLO/FACEBOOK
  On Friday, the little boy was finally able to take a break.Following a years-long tradition at the Chil
  
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• Video of the moment 6-year-old boy celebrates end of chemo goes viral

  06-02-2017 23:09
  
  It’s a moment 6-year-old Jimmy Spagnolo’s family has been waiting for since he was just 4 months old — the day the little boy would finally reach the end of his chemotherapy treatments, at least for now.For years, Jimmy has been battling an inoperable brain tumor. So far, he’s gone through four rounds of chemo to shrink the tumor. I'M PRAYING FOR JIMMY SPAGNOLO/FACEBOOK
  On Friday, the little boy was finally able to take a break.Following a years-long tradition at the Chil
  
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• Swan Cleaners Opens New Tailoring & Alteration Center

  06-02-2017 23:09
  
  Columbus-based Swan Cleaners has officially opened their newest location, just south of Grandview Heights, which focuses exclusively on tailoring and alterations. The new location is housed within the Swan Cleander Fur Vault at 1140 Dublin Road.
  “Many of our customers are surprised to learn that we can help update their wardrobe with services like narrowing their ties, or their trousers, giving them a more modern look, while saving them a great deal of money over having to buy something ne
  
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• Former Ohio State running back sentenced to probation for assault charge

  06-02-2017 22:57
  
  A former Ohio State running back has been sentenced to two years probation for assaulting his ex-girlfriend last year.Bri'onte Dunn was found guilty on a misdemeanor assault charge after pleading no contest Monday.According to court documents, Dunn was accused of assaulting his ex at her residence on July 17, 2016. The victim was repeatedly punched in her face by Dunn.He was also ordered to stay away from the victim as a condition of his probation.Dunn was dismissed from the Ohio State football
  
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• Mother of slain NYC jogger calls suspect "demon" at court

  06-02-2017 22:51
  
  NEW YORK -- The family of a slain New York City jogger was emotional as they left court over the weekend, where they first encountered the man accused of killing their daughter.Karina Vetrano was killed Aug. 2, 2016 after she went out for a run near her Queens home. Police on Saturday arrested 20-year-old Chanel Lewis, saying a suspicious person report led them to develop him as a suspect before DNA linked him to the crime.Lewis was arraigned Sunday and ordered held without bail Monday. At Sunda
  
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• Browns claim defensive back Tyvis Powell from Seahawks

  06-02-2017 22:42
  
  The Cleveland Browns have claimed former Ohio State safety Tyvis Powell off waivers from Seattle.Powell appeared in eight games last season for the Seahawks, who signed him as an undrafted free agent last year. The 6-foot-2, 211-pound Powell spent the entire 2016 season on Seattle's active roster. He made three tackles on special teams.A Cleveland-area native, Powell played in 42 games for the Buckeyes and led the team in interceptions in 2015.After signing with the Browns on Monday, Powell sent
  
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• Two-time murderer suspected of killing another inmate

  06-02-2017 22:41
  A two-time murderer is suspected of killing another inmate, a Franklin County man, aboard a prison transport bus while it traveled south on Rt. 23 from Columbus on Wednesday evening.
  
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• Meteor over Lake Michigan lights up sky in several states

  06-02-2017 22:40
  
  GREEN BAY, Wis. — A meteor over Lake Michigan lit up the sky Monday morning across several states in the Midwest.Dashcam video from police cruisers in Wisconsin and Illinois captured the fireball streaking through the dark sky about 1:30 a.m. In addition to Illinois and Wisconsin, the American Meteor Society lists sightings in Indiana, Michigan and other states as well.Check out this INCREDIBLE video of the #meteor this morning as viewed from a Lisle, IL police car dash cam! Thanks to Lisl
  
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• Lemon laws: Fine print that could cost you big money

  06-02-2017 22:21
  How many times have you made a major purchase, signed what seemed like a million documents, but you didn’t read all of them?Once you hear Kevin and Julie Murphy's story you might think twice. They bought a $200,000 thousand RV that's been nothing but trouble.In fact, it qualifies as a lemon under Ohio law. The problem is the legal action they're taking won't be heard in the state.It turns out when the murphy's signed their paperwork at the RV dealer,they 'agreed' to language tucked away in
  
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• Start With Hello: Central Ohio schools work to make students feel included

  06-02-2017 21:54
  A national initiative comes to Central Ohio that is designed to end gun violence in school by changing attitudes.It's part of a national program created by Sandy Hook promise, the parents of children murdered in the 2012 school massacre. The week is called "Start With Hello".In the cafeteria at Champion Middle School the lunch hour buzzes, but not everyone always feels a part of the activity.“You never know what other students might be going through, everyone don’t just come to schoo
  
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• Ohio legislation would ban, criminalize 'sanctuary cities'

  06-02-2017 21:54
  
  City officials would be prohibited from adopting "sanctuary cities" protections for immigrants in the country illegally and held liable in criminal and civil courts for any crimes committed by such immigrants under a proposal headed to Ohio's legislature.A bill announced Monday would define and outlaw sanctuary jurisdictions and declare sanctuary policies contrary to federal law and state interests. Its civil and criminal penalties mirror those in a Colorado bill that's also being replicated in
  
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• Doppler 10 Forecast: Strong to severe storms on Tuesday

  06-02-2017 21:20
  This Afternoon: Partly cloudy and very mild.
  Tonight: Increasing clouds with showers after midnight. Low 49 and rising. Winds: S 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow: Windy and warm with strong to severe storms. High 62. Wind: S 15-25 gusting to 40 mph.
  Wednesday: Light rain or snow. Turning much colder. High 41 and falling. Wind: NW 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Closings, DelaysSpecial Information:Severe weather is possible across all of Ohio tomorrow with a SLIGHT RISK over
  
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• Doppler 10 Forecast: Rainy start to Tuesday

  06-02-2017 21:20
  
  This Morning: Rain and a chance for stray storms. Very mild.
  This Afternoon: Showers, chance for storms and gusty winds. Low 60s
  Tonight: Showers likely, especially early. Low 40s
  Tomorrow: Chance for showers, possibly mixing with snow late. Dropping into the 30sWeather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Closings, DelaysSpecial Information:Low pressure tracks across the region today ahead of a cold front bringing unseasonably warm temperatures as well as rain and a few thunderstor
  
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• Police: Human remains found on golf course in north Columbus

  06-02-2017 21:08
  
  Perry Township police have confirmed that human remains were found on the Brookside Golf & Country Club Monday.According to police, two women were walking in a wooded area along the golf course when they came across the remains and called police.Police responded to the scene and were able to confirm it was human remains.The Bureau of Criminal Investigation have been on the scene Sunday and Monday. BCI has confirmed they are human remains but cannot identify them at this time due to decomposi
  
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• Police: Human remains found in Perry Township

  06-02-2017 21:08
  
  Perry Township police have confirmed that human remains were found near the Brookside Golf & Country Club Monday.Officials confirmed the remains were found behind a home on Merwin Road.The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is at the scene. The Franklin County Coroner’s Office is also involved in the investigation.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates.
  
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• In need of a passport? USPS says to expect delays

  06-02-2017 21:00
  
  If you need a new passport or looking to renew your old one? According to the United States Postal Service, it will take awhile.The postal service expects a crush of renewals from those who first received their passports in 2007.Those passports expire this year.The postal service said it will likely take six weeks to get your new passport.The postal service said it's important to get your documents in now because there a lot of countries that won't let you in if your passport expires in less tha
  
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• Future Still Uncertain for Incoming Refugees and Immigrants

  06-02-2017 19:57
  
  U.S. refugees and immigrants can breathe slightly easier now that President Donald Trump’s executive order “Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States” has been temporarily suspended by a federal judge.
  Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson sued the Trump Administration last week, claiming the executive order was separating families, harming thousands of residents, damaging the state’s economy and undermining their “sovereign
  
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• Seeking Earth Day Service Sites

  06-02-2017 19:34
  
  Applications are open to be an Earth Day Columbus service site for volunteer week 2017. Service sites give volunteers an opportunity to help with community goals relating to sustainability, environment, and beautification.
  Community leaders, nonprofits, and businesses contribute to the largest Earth Day volunteer service project in the nation through Earth Day Columbus. Since 2007, central Ohio has benefited from more than 100,000 hours of volunteer “green” service thanks to Green Co
  
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• President Trump makes his first visit to MacDill Air Force Base

  06-02-2017 18:58
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. — President Donald Trump made his first visit to the headquarters Monday for U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command.A room full of troops in fatigues from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines awaited the president, who was scheduled to join them for lunch, along with senior members of his White House staff.WATCH LIVE: President Trump addresses troops at McDill Air Force Base (expected to start at 1:15 p.m.)Trump, who is also commander in chief of the U.S
  
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• Columbus is About to Get Odd with Two Performances of Odd Squad: Live

  06-02-2017 18:19
  Odd Squad: Live! is springing into action on stage in this action-packed, laugh-out-loud adventure where kids get to participate in solving a seriously strange case. When agents Orion and Oleanna get turned into grown-ups by villains, it's up to the kids in the audience to use their math skills and help the agents decode, decipher, and unravel clues.
  
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• Cops: Remains in shallow grave likely missing student

  06-02-2017 18:10
  
  ALPINE, Texas -- The boyfriend of a missing West Texas college student was arrested Saturday a day after remains believed to be his girlfriend were found in a shallow grave outside of Alpine, police said.Robert Fabian, of Alpine, was arrested at a relative’s home on a charge of tampering with or fabricating physical evidence by concealing a human corpse, according to Alpine police Lt. Felipe Fierro.Sul Ross State University junior Zuzu Verk, 22 of Fort Worth, had been missing since Oct. 12
  
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• Man held on $3M bond in death of 14-year-old Cleveland girl

  06-02-2017 17:45
  
  CLEVELAND - The man charged with aggravated murder in the death of a 14-year-old Cleveland girl found in an abandoned house is being held on $3 million bond.Investigators haven't provided details about how Alianna DeFreeze died. They say forensic evidence led them to 44-year-old Christopher Whitaker, of South Euclid.A message seeking comment was left Monday for the public defender who unsuccessfully argued for a lower bond during Whitaker's initial appearance in Cleveland Municipal Court over th
  
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• Police: Girlfriend drove victim to deadly shooting scene to collect on Super Bowl bet

  06-02-2017 17:20
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Columbus Police are investigating a deadly shooting in southwest Columbus.It happened around 10:30 a.m. Monday in the 700 block of Canonby Place.Authorities told 10TV the male victim was found lying on the ground. He was transported to Mount Carmel West where he was pronounced dead.Police say the victim’s girlfriend told investigators that she drove her boyfriend to the location of the shooting to collect on a Super Bowl bet and when he exited the vehicle, he was shot in
  
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• One person killed after shooting in southwest Columbus

  06-02-2017 17:20
  
  COLUMBUS - Columbus Police are on the scene of a shooting in southwest Columbus.It happened around 10:30 a.m. Monday morning in the 700 block of Cannonby Place.Authorities told 10TV the male victim was found laying on the ground and was transported to Mount Carmel West where he was pronounced dead.No other information was immediately available.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates.
  
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• Deputy dead after apparently inhaling liquid nitrogen at sperm bank

  06-02-2017 17:08
  
  AUGUSTA, Ga. –Authorities say a sergeant has died after inhaling toxic chemicals while trying to rescue a worker at a medical facility in Georgia.CBS affiliate WRDW reports that the Richmond County Coroner says Sgt. Greg Meagher, 57, was pronounced dead at 4:33 Sunday afternoon at Augusta University Medical Center.The coroner reports that Meagher was trying to rescue a Xytex worker when he was overcome by chemicals, the station reports. Officials believe he inhaled liquid nitrogen.The Xyte
  
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• Lady Gaga follows up Super Bowl show with tour announcement

  06-02-2017 16:29
  
  HOUSTON — Fresh off a high-wire, crowd-pleasing halftime performance at the Super Bowl, Lady Gaga has announced plans for a world tour kicking off this summer.Gaga posted news of the tour on Twitter late Sunday night. The 48-date tour includes stops in North America, Europe and Brazil.pic.twitter.com/1Azwl8RvRW— xoxo, Joanne (@ladygaga) February 6, 2017
  Several of her U.S. dates include performances at baseball stadiums, including Chicago's Wrigley Field and Boston's Fenway Park.The
  
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• The Confluence Cast: Blockfort

  06-02-2017 15:28
  
  
  How do you build a community around what you’re passionate about? This week, Adam Brouillette sat down to discuss Blockfort, the new gallery and studio space Downtown, and why he thinks Columbus is the best city for doers.
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• 'Stranger Things' season 2 set to hit Netflix on Halloween

  06-02-2017 15:08
  
  LOS ANGELES— Netflix has used the Super Bowl to announce the return of "Stranger Things."Last summer's 1980s-set science-fiction hit for the streaming service will return for a second season on Halloween later this year.Netflix previewed the season in a trailer that debuted during Sunday night's Super Bowl. It opened with what looked like an eighties-era TV commercial before showing a montage of scenes from season two."Stranger Things" earned high praise from critics for its first season a
  
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• HS shooting victim home again

  06-02-2017 14:02
  The 16-year-old victim of an Ohio school shooting has returned home after several days in the hospital in Columbus as a court case continues against the suspect. Ryan Cole, the father of victim Logan Cole, said in a Facebook post Saturday afternoon that Logan was home.
  
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• Valentine's Day dates on a dime

  06-02-2017 13:54
  No matter how you celebrate Valentine's Day, chances are it costs a pretty penny.The normal "go-to's" seem to be dinner, a movie, a gift and maybe a box of your sweetheart's finest chocolate.This year, why not consider a different kind of night out?---Park Street CantinaAt Park Street Cantina on Tuesday, Feb. 14, you and your sweetie can try your hand at couple's art."No matter what skill level you are painting at, you're going to be painting a masterpiece of your own," Tyler Verhoff said.All it
  
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• Google, Facebook partner with French media over fake news

  06-02-2017 12:50
  
  French journalists are teaming up with American internet giants Google and Facebook to fight propaganda and misinformation online, mirroring similar efforts already underway in the United States and Germany.French daily Le Monde says it is one of eight media organizations working with social networking site Facebook to fact-check questionable content ahead of France's upcoming presidential election.At the same time, nonprofit First Draft News announced the launch of CrossCheck, a verification pr
  
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• Brady suspects game jersey was stolen after Super Bowl win

  06-02-2017 12:40
  
  Brady suspects game jersey was stolen after Super Bowl win.Tom Brady thinks his Super Bowl jersey has been picked off.The Patriots quarterback, selected the MVP of New England's 34-28 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night, couldn't find his game-worn No. 12 jersey in the locker room after the big win. He told a Patriots equipment manager that he remembered placing it in his locker, adding that "someone stole it."After looking through his bags to no avail, Brady told owner Robert Kraft
  
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• Poll: Americans sharply divided along partisan lines over travel ban, Trump

  06-02-2017 12:39
  
  Two weeks into Donald Trump’s presidency, the country remains sharply divided along partisan lines. A large majority of Republicans approves of President Trump and his recent executive order temporarily restricting entry into the U.S. by foreigners and refugees, while Democrats disapprove in similar numbers.Slightly more Americans disapprove (51 percent) than approve (45 percent) of President Trump’s executive order temporarily banning people from entering the U.S. from seven designa
  
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• WATCH: 84 Lumber's full Super Bowl ad

  06-02-2017 12:34
  
  A Super Bowl commercial that Fox said was too controversial to air was revealed online during half time.The ad, by 84 Lumber, featured a huge wall with a bige wooden door built into it.It featured the final message: "The will to succeed is always welcome here."The extended cut of the ad was made available during halftime on 84 Lumber's website, and the site crashed almost immediately.84 Lumber, a $2.5 billion building-supply company, said the ad was initially rejected for being too "controversia
  
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• Man wanted for involuntary manslaughter on the loose

  06-02-2017 12:31
  
  The Franklin County Sheriff's Office SWAT team is this week's Monday's Most Wanted.Caleb Sartain, 30, is wanted for Manslaughter, Trafficking in Drugs, and Illegal Manufacture of Drugs.Investigators believe he may be spotted in north Columbus, in the 43229 Zip Code.If you know where he is call 614-525-SWAT (7928)
  
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• Washington, Minnesota tell appellate court restoring Trump's refugee ban would 'unleash chaos'

  06-02-2017 12:28
  
  Lawyers for Washington state and Minnesota have told a federal appellate court that restoring President Donald Trump's ban on refugees and travelers from seven predominantly Muslim countries would "unleash chaos again."The filing with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco came early Monday after the White House said it expected the federal courts to reinstate the ban.Washington and Minnesota said their underlying lawsuit was strong and a nationwide temporary restraining order wa
  
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• 2 states say allowing travel ban would 'unleash chaos again'

  06-02-2017 12:28
  
  WASHINGTON — Lawyers for Washington state and Minnesota have told a federal appellate court that restoring President Donald Trump's ban on refugees and travelers from seven predominantly Muslim countries would "unleash chaos again."The filing with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco came early Monday after the White House said it expected the federal courts to reinstate the ban.Washington and Minnesota said their underlying lawsuit was strong and a nationwide temporary r
  
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• 'Green card' holders advised to seek citizenship as soon as eligible

  06-02-2017 11:52
  As of 2014, an estimated 13 million "green card" holders were living, working and going to school legally in the United States. Through September, more than 1,500 immigrants in Columbus had applied for green cards in 2016.
  
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• High St. between I-270 and Rathmell Rd. reopens after crash

  06-02-2017 08:04
  
  High St. was closed between I-270 and Rathmell Rd. after a two car crash early Monday, according to Columbus police.The area reopened several hours later.It was not immediately clear if there were any injuries.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates on this story.
  
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• Crash closes High St. between I-270 and Rathmell Rd.

  06-02-2017 08:04
  
  Columbus Police say High St. is closed between I-270 and Rathmell Rd. after a two car crash.Right now it is unclear if there are any injuries.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates on this story.
  
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• Can childhood cancer treatments affect survivors' sex lives in adulthood?

  06-02-2017 07:52
  A recent analysis showed that although adult survivors of childhood cancer did not differ overall from their peers in terms of their satisfaction with their sex lives and romantic relationships, those who received cancer treatments that were especially toxic to the nervous system were least likely to have had intercourse, be in a relationship, or have children. Published early online in CANCER , a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the report noted that even the groups of pati
  
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• Victim identified in deadly Newark hit-skip

  06-02-2017 07:13
  Newark Police are investigating after a 24-year-old man was hit by a vehicle Sunday night.William Lee Goodman III was struck along State Route 16 near Dayton Road around 11:30 P.M.Police tell 10TV that Goodman was transported to Licking Memorial Hospital and later passed away from his injuries.SR-16 was closed between Dayton Road and O'Bannon Avenue while officers investigated the crash.Police say that they believe a full sized pickup or large SUV may have been involved in the crash. They are as
  
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• Person hit by vehicle along State Route 16 in Newark

  06-02-2017 07:13
  
  Newark Police were investigating a person hit by a vehicle.It happened Sunday along State Route 16 near Dayton Road around 11:30 P.M.Police told 10TV the victim was taken to Licking Memorial Hospital. The victim's condition is unknown at this time.SR-16 was closed between Dayton Road and O'Bannon Avenue while officers investigate the crash.No word yet if the vehicle involved in the crash stayed on the scene.Stay with 10TV for any updates on this story.
  
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• One person critical after shooting in west Columbus

  06-02-2017 05:03
  
  COLUMBUS - Columbus Police are on the scene of a shooting that has one person in critical condition in west Columbus.The shooting happened around 10:15 p.m. Sunday on West Broad Street and Oakley Avenue.The victim was transported to Mount Carmel West in critical condition.No other information was immediately available.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates.
  
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• Man attacked in street; tips sought

  06-02-2017 04:01
  Columbus police are seeking witnesses to a seemingly random attack that left a man with severe head trauma and facial fractures. It's unclear why another man knocked Robert Seed, 63, unconscious Saturday evening alongside East Cooke Road in North Linden, said Detective Deryl Kowalski of the assault squad.
  
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• Record number of people sign up for annual Run for Refugees

  06-02-2017 04:00
  
  NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- A record number of people signed up for the annual Run for Refugees in New Haven, Connecticut, on Sunday, CBS News’ Kenneth Craig reports. Seventeen-year-old Mahmood and his family are living the American dream. He’s a high school senior, a runner, and also a refugee. On Sunday, he was pounding the pavement with a purpose and full heart. “I feel so happy that I can see the real people that are speaking with the refugees, they’re standing with the refug
  
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• Baby hippo born prematurely at Cincinnati Zoo takes first steps

  06-02-2017 02:53
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) --The Cincinnati Zoo says a baby hippo born prematurely has taken her first steps.Zoo spokeswoman Michelle Curley said Sunday that Fiona was active during the night and consumed a good amount of formula by herself.The zoo shared this video on Facebook:The baby's mother, 17-year-old Bibi, gave birth six weeks early on Jan. 24 to the first Nile hippo born there in 75 years.Staffers have been working to help Fiona grow, get stronger and learn to nurse on her own. They keep her close
  
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• Activists pressure charities to move galas from Trump's Mar-a-Lago

  06-02-2017 02:32
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Since President Donald Trump opened the gold-infused ballroom at his Mar-a-Lago resort almost 12 years ago, it has been a popular rental for the American Red Cross, hospitals, medical researchers and other charities for fundraising galas where the wealthiest donors are wined and dined, often netting $1 million or more.But Mr. Trump’s election puts charities in an awkward position over choosing the resort -- recently dubbed the president’s Winter White House -- for
  
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• One person stable after being hit by a vehicle in east Columbus

  06-02-2017 02:15
  
  COLUMBUS - Columbus Police are on the scene of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in east Columbus.It happened around 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening on East 5th Avenue.Authorities told 10TV the victim was transported to Grant Medical Center in critical condition and has now been upgraded to stable condition. No other information was immediately available.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates.
  
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