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• Facebook adds more Snapchat-like features

  28-03-2017 23:32
  
  NEW YORK — Facebook is adding more Snapchat-like features to its app. The company says it wants to let your camera "do the talking" as more people are posting photos and videos instead of blocks of text.Facebook is rolling out an app update starting Tuesday. With it, you can tap a new camera icon on the top left corner. That opens up the phone's camera to do a photo or video post. You could have posted photos from the app before, but it took an extra tap.Once you open the camera, you'll fi
  
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• Serial groper, convicted 10 times, inspires legislation for tougher penalties

  28-03-2017 23:23
  Lonnie Sturdivant has been convicted ten times of groping women in public.Prosecutors and judges say they've done everything the law will allow, but that still hasn't stopped him.An Ohio lawmaker says it's time for the state to step in.Again and again, security cameras have captured Lonnie Sturdivant sitting next to women he doesn't know in public places and sliding his hand between their backside and their seat. Christy West is one of those women."I was the tenth known victim of a serial groper
  
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• Will Smith, 'Fresh Prince' cast enjoy brief reunion

  28-03-2017 23:01
  
  Will Smith has reunited with his "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" cast mates.Alfonso Ribeiro, who played Smith's Tom Jones-loving cousin Carlton on the 1990s sitcom, posted a picture on Instagram on Monday of the cast getting together. Joined by Smith and Ribeiro were Tatyana Ali, Karyn Parsons, Daphne Reid and Joseph Marcell. James Avery, who had the role of Smith's Uncle Phil, died in 2013.Ribeiro writes in the caption that it's "always amazing to spend an afternoon with my Fresh Prince family." He s
  
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• Father, son identified as suspects wanted in south Columbus robberies

  28-03-2017 22:34
  
  Columbus police said they were able to identify two robbery suspects due to tips received from social media.Police said 52-year-old Carson Stevens and his son, 21-year-old Shane Stevens, have been charged with burglary.According to reports, the pair broke into a home on E. Welch Avenue on March 15. The owner was able to see the father and son walking away and took a photo.Surveillance photos captured Carson breaking into another home on E. Welch Avenue on March 9.If anyone has info on the wherea
  
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• Final Short North Posse member sentenced in racketeering, murder case

  28-03-2017 22:00
  
  Federal prosecutors who pursued cases against 20 members of a central Ohio gang have wrapped up that work with the remaining defendant's sentencing.Thirty-six-year-old Lance Green was sentenced Monday in Columbus for a fatal shooting in 2005 and paying for a second killing in 2006. Authorities say he pleaded guilty to charges of racketeering conspiracy and murder in aid of racketeering.He was the last of 19 Short North Posse members sentenced. Another was prosecuted, but died before trial.Prosec
  
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• Trump tosses Obama's 'clean' energy plan, embraces coal

  28-03-2017 21:54
  
  Declaring "the start of a new era" in energy production, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Tuesday that he said would revive the coal industry and create jobs.The move makes good on his campaign pledge to unravel former President Barack Obama's plan to curb global warming. The order seeks to suspend, rescind or flag for review more than a half-dozen measures in an effort to boost domestic energy production in the form of fossil fuels.Environmental activists, including former Vice
  
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• What's Happening at the Cultural Arts Center? CAW Inside Exhibit

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• Doppler 10 Forecast: A cool night with more sun Wednesday

  28-03-2017 21:26
  This Evening:Decreasing clouds, breezy early.
  Tonight:Passing clouds overnight, much cooler.Low 41.Winds: N 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow:Partly cloudy with seasonal highs.High 59.Winds: NE 5-10 mph.
  Thursday: Clouds build with rain arriving later in the day, a little warmer.High 62.Winds: ESE 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Closings, DelaysSpecial Information: The winds will die off through the evening and clouds will decrease.Expect passing clouds tonight with the coole
  
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• Family suffers minor injuries after turkey hits vehicle

  28-03-2017 20:50
  
  A family traveling through Indiana only suffered minor injuries after a 30-pound turkey hit their rental vehicle.According to the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office, the New Jersey family was returning from Notre Dame where their daughter was just accepted when a wild turkey flew into the path of their vehicle.The wild turkey was stuck in the center of the windshield.The turkey was killed on impact. The family only suffered minor cuts from the glass.The sheriff’s office said mating sea
  
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• ACLU asks Washington Court House to stop charging drug overdose survivors

  28-03-2017 20:38
  
  WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — An Ohio community is endangering drug addicts by criminally charging people revived by an overdose antidote, which could discourage calls for help, the American Civil Liberties Union said Tuesday.The ACLU's Ohio chapter asked Washington Court House to end the practice, adopted by the city as an effort to fight the addictions epidemic locally."Ohio faces a tragic problem in the overdose of heroin and other opioids. But funneling at-risk people into the crimina
  
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• Giant Eagle announces hundreds of job openings in Central Ohio

  28-03-2017 20:33
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Grocery chain Giant Eagle says it's in need of help across central Ohio.The store is holding hiring events Tuesday afternoon to fill over 300 positions at Giant Eagle and Market District locations.Positions include bakers, cake decorators, meat cutters, pharmacy, grocery and produce clerks and cashiers.Applicants can stop by Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the following locations:Polaris Giant Eagle: 55 Meadow Park Avenue, Lewis Center, OH 43035Grandview Yard Market District:
  
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• Northstar Cafe’s Westerville Location Now Open

  28-03-2017 20:26
  
  Northstar has opened in Westerville, making it the fifth location for the Short North original. The new spot, in the uptown area at 109 S. State Street, aims to be a reflection of the neighborhood’s history.
  Plans for the new location started back in 2014, when Northstar first acquired the site from the city. It originally contained the Kyoto Tea House and Shinto Shrine, which owner Kevin Malhame said inspired various features of the new store’s design. A mosaic, displayed in the for
  
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• Columbus Blue Jackets announce new bag policy for Nationwide Arena

  28-03-2017 20:23
  
  The Columbus Blue Jackets say bag policies are changing for the end of the season, as well as Stanley Cup playoff games, and all special events inside Nationwide Arena. Permitted bags will not have to measure less than 5"x8"x1" beginning with the Jackets game Sunday, April 2nd against the Washington Capitals at 6 p.m.The dimensions are outlined in the picture below
  The team says there will be exceptions for guests with medical and childcare needs. They will allow larger bags in for those purpose
  
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• The Art of Yoga Moves to Franklinton Playhouse This Week

  28-03-2017 19:41
  
  The Art of Yoga is continuing their practice in a new space and under new ownership. The Downtown business, functioning as a combined yoga studio and art gallery, will move into the Franklinton Playhouse, at 566 W. Rich St. this week.
  Originally on Cherry Street, Art of Yoga has operated for three years as a free art gallery for local artists, including Catherine Bell Smith, Adam Crum, Jamie Sommer, and others, while simultaneously offering individual yoga practice and teacher instruction. Their
  
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• T.I.'s Alleged Side Chic Speaks On The Rumors and Addresses Tiny's Shade [VIDEO]

  28-03-2017 19:36
  On Thursday a fan told Tiny she was "strong" for not bussing Tip with a Henny bottle for dating with the curvy Instagram model Bernice Burgos. And Tiny was quick with the comeback: " This is getting a little messy ladies I hope T.I. clears up all the drama for the sake of his family hustle.
  
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• Auburn softball player, Florida coach clash after game

  28-03-2017 19:36
  
  GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Florida softball coach Tim Walton was involved in an altercation with Auburn shortstop Haley Fagan on Monday night after Walton gave Fagan a slight push during postgame handshakes.The Tigers beat Florida 1-0, and after Fagan gave high fives to the opposing team, she put her hand down before reaching the coaches. Walton then lightly shoved Fagan in the shoulder with his right hand as they passed each other.Fagan quickly turned and pushed Walton back, and the two exchanged wor
  
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• Congrats to Athletes!

  28-03-2017 19:20
  
  Congratulations to all competitors in the Special Olympics World Games 2017! Here, Sharita Taylor, the only athlete from Ohio (Special Olympics Ohio), represented the U.S. and took home a bronze medal in ice dancing.
  The Columbus Foundation is working to capture The Spirit of Columbus through images that showcase the determination, dedication, and commitment of people in our smart + open community. Be sure to check out columbusfoundation.org and follow along on 
  
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• Outraged mom says TSA treated family "like dogs" during son's pat-down

  28-03-2017 18:50
  A mother is outraged with the Transportation Security Administration after she said officers treated her family “like dogs” at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Jennifer Williamson posted a video to Facebook on Sunday that shows a TSA agent thoroughly patting down her 13-year-old son for about two minutes. She said her family spent about an hour at the checkpoint and missed their flight.The TSA said the procedures performed by the officer in the video met new pat-down stan
  
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• Grant Medical Center: Officers took appropriate action in altercation, arrest caught on video

  28-03-2017 18:49
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Officials at the OhioHealth Grant Medical Center have completed their investigation following a confrontation caught on video between security.Grant Medical Center said three security officers acted according to their internal protective services policies and procedures.Grant Medical Center placed all three officers on a "fact finding suspension" after video of the confrontation was posted online.Video of the March 13 incident showed 38-year-old Shelton Adams interacting with t
  
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• Grant Medical Center: Officers followed policy in altercation, arrest caught on video

  28-03-2017 18:49
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Officials at the OhioHealth Grant Medical Center have completed their investigation following a confrontation caught on video between security.Grant Medical Center said three security officers acted according to their internal protective services policies and procedures.Grant Medical Center placed all three officers on a "fact finding suspension" after video of the confrontation was posted online.Video of the March 13 incident showed 38-year-old Shelton Adams interacting with t
  
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• Man arrested by Columbus SWAT after barricade situation

  28-03-2017 17:38
  Police have arrested a man following a barricade situation in southwest Columbus Tuesday.Police received a call around 9:30 a.m. of a man waving a gun at a woman on Clark Avenue.Authorities were able to track the suspect to a home onColumbian Avenue near Sullivant Avenue, according to police.Several people were inside the residence, according to police. They were able to make contact with someone inside and given permission to enter and find the suspect.After a room-to-room search, the suspect w
  
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• Columbus SWAT officers called to barricade situation; armed man inside house with child

  28-03-2017 17:38
  
  Columbus Police say a domestic violence incident led to a barricade situation in southwest Columbus Tuesday morning.Police received a call about the disturbance around 9:30 a.m.An armed man barricaded himself in a home on Columbian Avenue near Sullivant Avenue, according to police. A child, an elderly man and a dog were also reported in the house.SWAT officers were also called to the scene.No other details were immediately available.Stay with 10TV for updates on this developing story.
  
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• White House on lockdown after suspicious package found on grounds

  28-03-2017 17:06
  
  The White House went on lockdown Tuesday morning after a suspicious package was found on the north side of the grounds.Secret Service is investigating.No other information was immediately available.Stay with 10TV for updates on this developing story.White House is on lockdown after suspicious package found on north side of grounds; Secret Service is investigating https://t.co/HSWF76p1oC pic.twitter.com/uolAmGnY8e— CBS News (@CBSNews) March 28, 2017
  
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• Secret Service investigating "suspicious package" near White House grounds

  28-03-2017 17:06
  
  WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Secret Service said Tuesday morning it was investigating a “suspicious package” near White House grounds and that a suspect is in custody.In a series of tweets about the investigation, the Secret Service said road closures were in effect, a security perimeter was established and members of the media and public were being moved.“Suspicious package investigation continues; suspect in custody!” the agency tweeted.Suspicious package investigation contin
  
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• Two injured in south Columbus fire

  28-03-2017 17:00
  
  A house fire on the city’s south side Tuesday morning left two people injured.Columbus firefighters were called to the home on Southard Drive near Parsons Avenue around 10:10 a.m. Tuesday.Two people were transported to area hospitals with injuries. The extent of their injuries wasn’t immediately available.The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
  
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• Police investigating homicide at scene of south Columbus fire

  28-03-2017 17:00
  
  Police said they have opened a homicide investigation at the scene of a fire that injured two others.Columbus firefighters were called to the home on Southard Drive near Parsons Avenue around 10:10 a.m. Tuesday.Firefighters said the fire occurred in a garage that was turned into a living space on the property.Two people were transported to area hospitals in critical condition with life-threatening injuries.When notifying the property owner, police found him dead inside the home. Police identifie
  
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• 2 injured in south Columbus fire; man found dead inside home

  28-03-2017 17:00
  
  Two people were hospitalized after a fire inside a garage and a man was found dead inside the home.Columbus firefighters were called to the home on Southard Drive near Parsons Avenue around 10:10 a.m. Tuesday.Firefighters say the fire occurred in a garage that was turned into a living space on the property.Two people were transported to area hospitals with injuries. One in critical condition.When notifying the property owner, crews found a man dead inside the home.The cause of the fire has not y
  
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• World Video Game Hall of Fame names 2017 finalists

  28-03-2017 16:30
  
  ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The World Video Game Hall of Fame's 2017 finalists span decades and electronic platforms, from the 1981 arcade classic "Donkey Kong" that launched Mario's plumbing career to the 2006 living room hit "Wii Sports," that made gamers out of grandparents.The hall of fame at The Strong museum in Rochester said Tuesday that 12 video games are under consideration for induction in May. They also include: "Final Fantasy VII," ''Halo: Combat Evolved," ''Microsoft Windows Solitaire,"
  
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• Local Rape Survivor Receives an “Award” for Being Raped

  28-03-2017 15:00
  
  After Rilla Perkins woke up in Goodale Park, half naked, in shock and confused, she did what most survivors won’t do: reported her rape.
  Two years ago, she’d been on the job at a bar in the Arena District. She thinks she was drugged, explaining her memory loss, but it turns out that just going through that traumatic experience can also have that effect, referred to as Rape Trauma Syndrome.
  The next morning, on June 14, 2015, waking up at the entrance of Goodale Park, Perkins ran to a
  
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• Columbus City Council Meeting 3/27/17

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• Ohio bans sex with animals; violators could face jail

  28-03-2017 14:33
  The Observer-Reporter is excited to announce new digital offerings, including our new e-Edition apps, available for download in the iTunes & Google Play stores.
  
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• Police: No active search for suspects in nightclub shooting

  28-03-2017 14:28
  CINCINNATI — As Cincinnati police delved further into their investigation of a nightclub shooting melee that left one person dead and 16 injured, city officials Monday urged more witnesses to come forward and offered reassurances amid questions about safety in public gathering spots.Police Chief Eliot Isaac declined to say whether police have identified possible suspects in the Sunday gun violence inside the Cameo club, a popular hip-hop music spot near the Ohio river east of downtown Cinc
  
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• Drake's new album 'More Life' breaks a new streaming record

  28-03-2017 13:04
  Drake, who was the most streamed act on Spotify last year, has started 2017 strong - his new album, "More Life," has broken the U.S. record for the number of online streams from a single album in one week.The rapper's 22-track album recorded 385 million streams across all platforms in its first week, beating the previous record holder - Drake. His 2016 album, "Views," had owned the title with 245 million streams until "More Life" showed up on March 18, according to Nielsen Music."More Life" is D
  
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• Columbus adds 4th open house for the Short North Parking Pilot program

  28-03-2017 12:51
  Finding parking in the short north is tough on almost any given day-- so the city of Columbus this week hopes to hear whatyou think of a plan to make parking easier.A series of public meetings begins Thursday to talk about the Short North Parking Pilot Program.If you'd like to comment about the program, attend one of the following open houses:March 30, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Goodale Park Shelterhouse, 120 W. Goodale St.April 4, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Junior Achievement, 68 E. 2nd Ave.April 11,
  
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• Single mom told she can't attend father-daughter dance

  28-03-2017 12:39
  A single mom dressed up like a man to take her 6-year-old daughter to the father-daughter dance, but one hour before it started she got a call from the principal saying not to come.Amy Peterson says her daughter, Gracie, doesn't have a fatherly figure in her life.So, she got the idea to take her daughter to the dance herself.But, Peterson says she got a call from the principal saying, "No, I forbid you to come. If you show up, we will turn you away."Henry County School District released this sta
  
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• Caught on camera: Horse, mule get loose on busy highway

  28-03-2017 12:39
  That mustang in the rearview mirror turned out to be a real horse running down a northern California highway, followed by a mule.Drivers in stopped traffic say they were stunned to see the white horse and brown mule running together, and one motorist in stopped traffic shot the whole thing on his phone.Animal services says the horse, a gelding named Striker, and the mule, named Hank, broke through a fence about a mile away.The four-legged fugitives even adhered to vehicle code and used an on-ram
  
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• Q&A: Columbus Pest Controla s Alonzo sheds light on industry legislation

  28-03-2017 09:46
  This month, our question-and-answer session features Lonnie Alonso, president of Columbus Pest Control in Columbus, Ohio. Alonso, a second-generation pest management professional , has actively worked with state and local legislators for years.
  
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• Trump takes aim at Obama's efforts to curb global warming

  28-03-2017 05:52
  
  WASHINGTON — Moving forward with a campaign pledge to unravel former President Barack Obama's sweeping plan to curb global warming, President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday that will suspend, rescind or flag for review more than a half-dozen measures in an effort to boost domestic energy production in the form of fossil fuels.As part of the roll-back, Trump will initiate a review of the Clean Power Plan, which restricts greenhouse gas emissions at coal-fired power plants
  
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• President Trump takes aim at Former President Obama's efforts to curb global warming

  28-03-2017 05:52
  
  President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday that will suspend, rescind or flag for review more than a half-dozen measures that were part of former President Barack Obama's sweeping plan to curb global warming.It includes a review of the Clean Power Plan, which restricts greenhouse gas emissions at coal-fired power plants.The president's order will also lift a 14-month-old moratorium on new coal leases on federal lands.The contents of the order were outlined to reporters by a seni
  
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• President Trump puts anti-global warming projects on chopping block

  28-03-2017 05:52
  
  WASHINGTON — Moving forward with a campaign pledge to unravel former President Barack Obama's sweeping plan to curb global warming, President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday that will suspend, rescind or flag for review more than a half-dozen measures in an effort to boost domestic energy production in the form of fossil fuels.As part of the roll-back, Trump will initiate a review of the Clean Power Plan, which restricts greenhouse gas emissions at coal-fired power plants
  
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• Man denies charges in deadly crash, held for Border Patrol

  28-03-2017 05:47
  
  A man arrested in an Ohio van crash that killed three members of a family has pleaded not guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and is being held on an immigration detainer.Court records show Alejandro Ramirez-Jaramillo pleaded not guilty Monday in Municipal Court in Oregon, east of Toledo. It's unclear what his hometown is.The State Highway Patrol says Ramirez-Jaramillo was arrested in the alcohol-related crash Sunday in Jerusalem Township that killed Robin and Barbara Shellhammer, of Oregon.
  
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• Doppler 10 Forecast: Showers ending, patchy fog & clouds

  28-03-2017 05:43
  This Morning:Showers ending, patchy fog and clouds.
  This Afternoon: Mostly cloudy & cooler, but still mild for March. Low 60s
  Tonight:Mostly cloudy. 41
  Tomorrow:Variable clouds. Near 61Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Closings, DelaysSpecial Information: Low pressure moves east today, bringing showers to an end early. Look for lingering clouds and cooler, but still mild, temperatures this afternoon and tomorrow. Another low pressure system will move toward the region
  
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• Trump order has Ohioa s undocumented immigrants scrambling

  28-03-2017 05:09
  Bittner has been making a 115-mile round trip drive from Columbus to the Butler County jail in Hamilton, where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement keeps detainees from central and southern Ohio. "I've been to that jail weekly to see immigrants recently detained by ICE," she said.
  
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• Columbus City Council votes to ban conversion therapy

  28-03-2017 04:52
  Columbus City Council voted Monday night to ban conversion therapy.LGBTQ activist groups like Stonewall Columbus worked with Kaleidoscope, Equality Ohio and other organizations for months to get the proposed law passed.The Executive Director for Stonewall Columbus, Karla Rothan, says conversion therapy is happening in Columbus and the practice is hurtful. Rothan says council's decision to ban it, is more protection for city youth."I think what it says is that, when you go to school and you ident
  
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• Police: Person shot during robbery in west Columbus

  28-03-2017 03:47
  
  One person has been injured in a shooting out of a robbery in west Columbus according to police.The incident happened around 9 p.m. in the 1800 block of Sullivant Avenue.Police said the victim was shot in the leg. They were taken to Mount Carmel West in stable condition.No suspect information has been released at this time.
  
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• Reynoldsburg police looking for new ways to connect with citizens

  28-03-2017 03:33
  The Reynoldsburg Police Department is encouraging citizens to come armed with information Tuesday night.It's also a way to recruit future members of the force.Reynoldsburg police would like to have a lot more officers like Kyle Williams."He apprehended 25 impaired drivers and was responsible for recovering eight firearms," Police Chief Jim O'Neill said.Williams was named Officer of the Year after making 167 arrests since November of last year.But this positive image of policing is often lost on
  
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• Two charged with killing three to keep drug operation quiet

  28-03-2017 00:17
  Federal authorities say they have arrested two suspects who beat a man to death and shot and killed two women to prevent them from telling authorities about a West Side drug-trafficking operation. Antwan L. Hutchinson, 25, and Michael J. Favors, 24, were in U.S. District Court in Columbus on Monday to hear the charges against them - that they killed the witnesses to prevent them from communicating with law enforcement.
  
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• Last Short North Posse member sentenced to prison

  28-03-2017 00:17
  Sanikqua Hester was the first of 14 known victims of the Short North Posse, shot to death on July 12, 2005, protecting a teen from a hail of gunfire. On Monday, Lance A. Green, 36, who pleaded guilty in her slaying, was the last gang member to be sentenced.
  
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• #BigBinkShowThe Dish: Rick Ross & Gucci Dropping A Movie, ...

  28-03-2017 00:17
  I'm DJn his set so we bout to set Columbus on Y" Y" Y" Y" #DownWithTheKing 12. #rp @LILDonAIR: "I said "hey @djmrking we should dress alike!" He said "that's corny."
  
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