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• The Upside Down: Ohio State Marching Band to face east in halftime show Saturday

  06-11-2017 23:54
  
  The Ohio State Marching Band announced on Monday that they will be "turning things upside down" in this week's halftime show.*Cue the 'Stranger Things' intro music* The Best Damn Band In The Land will be switching things up on Saturday for the Buckeyes' football game against Michigan State.TBDBITL tweeted that they will perform facing the east side of Ohio Stadium on Nov. 11, instead of west.Turning things upside down: This Saturday, the OSUMB will perform halftime facing the EAST side of the st
  
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• Search for answers continues after woman dies in house explosion

  06-11-2017 23:47
  A woman hurt in an early-morning house explosion has died. Investigators identified her as 54-year-old Shelly Williams.The house explosion happened around 4 a.m. Monday on Everson Road East in Madison Township.Some neighbors calling 911 said they believed the home was struck by lightning and exploded into flames."It rocked the house. I mean it was a massive boom," said David Couch."I immediately went to the front door and looked out, and I could see their house was only- it looked like it was th
  
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• Fire Marshal: Deadly house explosion in Madison Twp. related to natural gas leak

  06-11-2017 23:47
  MADISON TWP. -- A Monday-morning house explosion still has many questions, but a few answers are coming to light.Shelly Williams, 54, was killed in the explosion while Stewart Bell, 59, was treated and released from the hospital.The explosion happened around 4 a.m. Monday on Everson Road East in Madison Township.The State Fire Marshal said the explosion is related to a natural gas leak, however, they are still trying to determine whether the leak was inside the home or not.Columbus Gas has also
  
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• WWCD/Columbus, OH Brings Back Online Stream & Unveils CD102.5 Holiday Show 17

  06-11-2017 23:38
  WWCD LTD. Alternative WWCD /COLUMBUS, OH has brought back its online stream. The station shuttered its online stream over six years ago due to the rising costs of station royalties for the locally owned independent Alternative station.
  
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• Officers cleared in 2015 death of multiple shooting suspect

  06-11-2017 23:38
  Three Columbus police officers were cleared of wrongdoing in the fatal shooting of a suspect following a triple murder on the Hilltop in 2015. Officers Eric Clouse, Lincoln Green and Jack Snyder were found to be within the Columbus Division of Police's policy on the use of firearms, division spokesman Sgt.
  
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• Upper Arlington asking for levy to renovate, build new schools

  06-11-2017 23:16
  
  In this November election, there are some big local issues on the ballot that will affect your schools, social services and safety. In Upper Arlington, the school district is asking voters to help them expand.The district is asking for a combination levy, 3.75 mills for operating costs, 5.17 mills for construction.Superintendent Paul Imhoff said the district spent almost three years getting input from the public and coming up with a master plan.He said it’s imperative to build a new high s
  
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• Possible breach of payroll system for Columbus City Schools being investigated

  06-11-2017 22:27
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio – Columbus City Schools is looking into how account information for about two dozen employees was changed in its payroll system.Scott Varner, a spokesperson for the district, said employees noticed their pay was not directly deposited into their accounts on Friday.Varner said the routing numbers for the accounts were changed to a different bank.The district has a safeguard in place where the first check after any account information has been changed is printed so no money wa
  
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• Texas church shooting victims: Details emerge about the lives lost

  06-11-2017 22:20
  
  A small town is reeling in the wake of a shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, where at least 26 people died and at least 20 others were injured Sunday.Texas Gov. Greg Abbott called the attack the deadliest mass shooting in his state's history and President Trump called it an "act of evil." Officials said 23 people were found dead inside the church, two outside, one died after being taken to a hospital.Sen. Richard Blumenthal says "enough is enough" after shootingTexas c
  
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• New Downtown Car Wash Opens to the Public

  06-11-2017 21:28
  When the Klean A Kar closed at 404 East Main Street to make way for the construction of a new Home2 Suites hotel, Downtown Columbus was left without a single car wash business. That change last Thursday with the grand opening of Connect Lazerwash inside the recently renovated parking garage at 56 East Long Street. “We’ve […]
  
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• Columbus Schools investigating possible breach of payroll system

  06-11-2017 21:26
  Columbus City Schools is investigating whether hackers tried to steal the paychecks of dozens of district employees who reported last week that their paycheck direct-deposits were switched to a different bank without their knowledge. The district is still gathering details about the situation, including how much money and how many employees were involved, spokesman Scott Varner said Monday.
  
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• Sheriff: 12-year-old student charged for sending threats to Millersport Elementary

  06-11-2017 21:24
  
  A 12-year-old student has been charged after authorities say he was responsible for sending multiple threats to Millersport Elementary School last week.According to the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office, threats were emailed into the school on Nov. 2 and 3.The school went into lockdown Thursday morning after the principal received an email saying there was a bomb. Nothing was found during a search by the sheriff’s office and police.A second threat was sent to the principal later that
  
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• Photos: Foodies Enjoy Top Comfort Foods in Columbus

  06-11-2017 21:18
  On November 2nd, hundreds of local foodies gathered for the first ever Best Bites: Comfort Foods Festival, hosted by Columbus Underground. Nearly two dozen local restaurants, food trucks, catering companies and food entrepreneurs showcased their top offerings with plenty of hearty cold-weather foods to go around. CLICK HERE to read the full recap of Best […]
  
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• Doctor launches cash-based practice to serve patients in central Ohio

  06-11-2017 20:31
  Have you ever tried to get an immediate appointment at your doctor’s office or pediatrician? Or have you ever moved to a new city and tried getting new doctors?You were probably told “We’re not accepting new patients” or “It’ll be two to three weeks before we can get you in.”That’s frustrating for everyone involved.Now another option has come to Columbus. It’s called Direct Primary Care and Dr. Heather Bartlett claims to be the first doctor o
  
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• Franklin County officials break ground on new jail in west Columbus

  06-11-2017 20:21
  
  Officials with the Franklin County Sheriff Office and the Franklin County Board of Commissioners broke ground on a new jail Monday afternoon.The first phase of the project, located on the west side of Columbus, will include 900 beds for inmates and cost approximately $175 million.This phase, set to open in late 2019, will allow the county to close the current downtown jail facility. That facility first opened in 1969.Phase one will include 16 individual housing units including specialized units
  
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• Another hearing set over Ezekiel Elliott's 6-game ban

  06-11-2017 20:08
  
  NEW YORK — A federal appeals court has set a Thursday hearing as attorneys for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott seek a longer-lasting injunction to stop his six-game suspension over domestic violence allegations.The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday issued an emergency stay of the NFL's punishment, the third legal reprieve for Elliott. It cleared last year's league rushing leader to play in Sunday's game against Kansas City. Elliott scored the go-ahead touchdown in the
  
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• Another hearing set over Cowboys RB Elliott's 6-game ban

  06-11-2017 20:08
  
  NEW YORK — A federal appeals court has set a Thursday hearing as attorneys for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott seek a longer-lasting injunction to stop his six-game suspension over domestic violence allegations.The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday issued an emergency stay of the NFL's punishment, the third legal reprieve for Elliott. It cleared last year's league rushing leader to play in Sunday's game against Kansas City. Elliott scored the go-ahead touchdown in the
  
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• 18-year-old mayoral candidate says Lancaster voters will "be surprised" at results

  06-11-2017 19:56
  Monday's lesson plan at Lancaster High School was about momentum.Some call that physics. Clayton Lunsford calls that ironic."Oh, yeah, it's definitely pretty ironic," he said. "I think I have some good momentum going into it."It's ironic because for the last eight months Lunsford has been gaining momentum to be Lancaster's next mayor.The 18-year-old is the youngest of three candidates running for Lancaster mayor. He's running as an independent while Greg Russell is running as a democrat and Davi
  
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• Video shows police officer punch Miami fan after being slapped

  06-11-2017 19:28
  
  MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Police are investigating a videotaped altercation where a University of Miami football fan slaps an officer, who then punches her in the head.Miami-Dade Police Detective Alvaro Zabaleta said in an email Sunday that Bridget Freitas, a 30-year-old nurse, has been charged with felony battery on a police officer and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. He said the department is reviewing the video to make sure proper procedures were followed in the altercation at Hard Rock Sta
  
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• Renaissance resident receives accolades for poem: Olmsted Dates and Data

  06-11-2017 19:23
  Pat is an active resident at The Renaissance Retirement Campus in Olmsted Township. She said when she moved into its independent living area two years ago, she asked herself, "Now, what am I supposed to be doing?" Well, it didn't take her long to continue her love - writing.
  
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• National Weather Service: Galion sees tornado run through town

  06-11-2017 19:11
  
  GALION -- As the Emergency Management Agency of Crawford County and the National Weather Service surveyed the damage in Galion, from storms that blew through the area Sunday evening, there was no doubt a tornado touched down.Members of the NWS told 10TV that, without a doubt, a tornado passed through Galion. They, however, could not give a rating until their survey was complete.Viewers in the area sent 10TV photos throughout the night and in the morning showing a wide swath of damage.Due to the
  
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• Doppler 10: Cool and breezy this afternoon

  06-11-2017 19:09
  Today: Overcast to mostly cloudy, chilly and breezy.High 52.Winds: N 10-15 mph.
  Tonight: Mostly cloudy and seasonably chilly.Low 39.Winds: NE 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow: Chance for morning showers in the south, mostly cloudy.High 50.Winds: NE 8-12 mph.
  Wednesday: Becoming mostly sunny and cooler than average.High 50.Winds: N 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: Temperatures will struggle to hit the low to mid-50s this afternoon and it'll be br
  
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• Doppler 10: Cloudy, breezy and cool

  06-11-2017 19:09
  This Evening: Cloudy, cool and breezy.
  Tonight: Lingering clouds. Seasonably cool. 37 NE 5-10 mph
  Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance for a sprinkle. 48 NE 5-10 mph
  Wednesday: Brightening skies but still cool. 49 N 5-10 mph
  Thursday: Mostly sunny and cool. 49Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: A weak disturbance will drift across S. Ohio through tomorrow and will keep mostly cloudy skies over the region. Cool high pressure builds in b
  
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• Trump: Texas mass shooting is about mental health, not guns

  06-11-2017 18:41
  
  President Donald Trump says the mass shooting at a Texas church "isn't a guns situation," but is a "mental health problem at the highest level."Devin Kelley, the man authorities have identified as the gunman, was discharged from the Air Force several years ago for allegedly assaulting his spouse and a child, according to an Air Force spokeswoman.While no officials have publicly questioned Kelley's mental health, Trump said that "is your problem here." He offered no details.What we know about the
  
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• Pay Equity Plan Designed to Help Close Wage Gap in Columbus

  06-11-2017 18:11
  Last Thursday, the Columbus Women’s Commission announced a new plan to help close the wage gap across genders and races in Columbus. The new plan, known in full as “The Columbus Commitment: Achieving Pay Equity” already has 60 organizations signed to the voluntary pledge. “We all know that investing in women strengthens the economic backbone of […]
  
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• Police: Texas church attack stemmed from domestic situation

  06-11-2017 18:08
  
  The gunman who opened fire in a small Texas church, killing 26 people during worship services, sent threatening text messages to his mother-in-law before the attack, which appeared to stem from a domestic situation, authorities said Monday.Investigators have concluded that the deadliest mass shooting in state history was not racially or religiously motivated, Texas Department of Public Safety Regional Director Freeman Martin said.Based on evidence at the scene, they believe that Devin Patrick Ke
  
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• Florida State suspends Greek life after frat member found dead after party

  06-11-2017 17:03
  
  Florida State University indefinitely suspended its fraternities and sororities Monday after the alcohol-related death of a freshman pledge and cocaine charges for another fraternity member.University President John Thrasher didn't say how long the suspension will last."This pause is needed to review and reflect on the loss of a young life and to implement serious changes," Thrasher said. "For this suspension to end, there will need to be a new normal for Greek life on campus. They must particip
  
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• Florida State becomes 3rd university to suspend Greek life

  06-11-2017 17:03
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State becomes at least the third university this year to suspend Greek life because of alcohol-related tragedies.University President John Thrasher announced the indefinite suspension on Monday of the school's 55 fraternities and sororities following the death of a junior pledge."I just feel like for whatever reason, the message is not getting through," Thrasher said. "Unfortunately we've got to take steps with our students, to make sure this never happens again
  
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• Details emerge about Florida State frat member found dead after party

  06-11-2017 17:03
  
  POMPANO BEACH – Police are investigating the death of a Florida State University fraternity member.CBS Miami reports Andrew Coffey, 20, grew up in south Florida and went to Pompano Beach high school.The neighborhood where he grew up has been devastated by the news."I can't imagine how that family is going to be able to live through something like that," said neighbor Janet Keller.Coffey grew up in Lighthouse, Florida, a tight-knit neighborhood where families have known each other for decad
  
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• Obama, Biden call for action to prevent gun violence after Texas church shooting

  06-11-2017 16:46
  
  Former President Obama and former Vice President Joe Biden called for action to prevent gun violence in the hours after the shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, Sunday that left 26 people dead and at least 20 injured.Obama spoke out on Twitter, saying that he stands with the families and survivors. But he suggested that grieving isn't enough. "May God also grant all of us the wisdom to ask what concrete steps we can take to reduce the violence and weaponry in our mi
  
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• American wins women's NYC Marathon for 1st time since '77

  06-11-2017 16:24
  
  NEW YORK — Shalane Flanagan thought about the seven years building to this race, possibly her last. She thought about the running star striding next to her. She thought about her family. She thought about Meb.With one hellacious holler at the finish, it all poured out.Flanagan dethroned Mary Keitany on Sunday and became the first American woman to win the New York City Marathon since 1977, potentially ending her decorated career with her first major marathon victory.Flanagan's breakthrough
  
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• Review: South Park: The Fractured But Whole

  06-11-2017 16:15
  Although South Park has been a multimedia icon for over 20 years, the games have been less than stellar. That was until 2014’s The Stick of Truth was released to critical acclaim. Now, with a new development team at the wheel, and the creators of the series still having creative control over the problem, South […]
  
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• Witness describes chasing down Texas shooting suspect

  06-11-2017 15:13
  
  It's unclear what motivated 26-year-old Devin Patrick Kelley to allegedly open fire on churchgoers at the First Baptist Church, in the small community of Sutherland Springs, about 30 miles southeast of San Antonio. Investigators don't know if the suspect has any connection to terrorism.But on Sunday he came to the house of worship dressed in all-black tactical gear and a ballistic vest, apparently prepared to inflict mass casualties.Twenty six people were killed; about 20 other people were injur
  
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• Witness describes chasing down Texas church shooting suspect

  06-11-2017 15:13
  
  It's unclear what motivated 26-year-old Devin Patrick Kelley to allegedly open fire on churchgoers at the First Baptist Church, in the small community of Sutherland Springs, about 30 miles southeast of San Antonio. Investigators don't know if the suspect has any connection to terrorism.But on Sunday he came to the house of worship dressed in all-black tactical gear and a ballistic vest, apparently prepared to inflict mass casualties.Twenty six people were killed; about 20 other people were injur
  
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• Storms spawn possible tornado in Ohio

  06-11-2017 15:10
  At least eight people have been injured after a possible tornado tore through a small western Ohio city that appeared to take the brunt of stormy weather Sunday. Severe storms of the kind usually associated with spring in Ohio also dumped a record amount of rain on the Columbus area, closing roadways and knocking out power to thousands.
  
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• Target to offer shoppers a breather after Thanksgiving

  06-11-2017 15:05
  
  NEW YORK — Target is offering shoppers a breather after holiday shopping on Thanksgiving.The Minneapolis-based discounter says it will open at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving and then close at midnight local time. Its stores will then reopen at 6 a.m. local time on Friday until 10 p.m., 11 p.m. or midnight local time.That's different from last year when it kept the stores open straight through the night.Target again will offer Black Friday deals on Target.com on the morning of Thanksgiving. In a le
  
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• Andrew Lloyd Webber is ready to write his own story

  06-11-2017 15:01
  
  The composer behind such iconic stage stories like "The Phantom of the Opera," ''Evita" and "Cats" is ready to tell his own.Andrew Lloyd Webber plans to release his autobiography "Unmasked" in March, which coincides with his 70th birthday.Lloyd Webber is considered one of the most successful composers in musical theater history. Last season on Broadway, he had four shows running concurrently - "Sunset Boulevard," ''School of Rock," ''Cats" and "The Phantom of the Opera."Other musicals he has com
  
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• 1,300 senior citizens “adopted” within 24 hours for the holidays

  06-11-2017 14:45
  
  COLUMBUS -- Most kids have a holiday wish list:a new paint set, a fuzzy blanket for their pet, a new bake set.But these aren’t your typical “kids.”As part of Besa’s Adopt a Senior Program, 1,300 senior citizens were adopted by Secret Santas.“It is absolutely heartwarming to see people so excited to spread kindness and give love through this program,” Besa Executive Director Matthew Goldstein said in a press release. “Without these Secret Santas, many sen
  
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• President Trump says he expects to meet with Putin during Asia trip

  06-11-2017 14:00
  
  President Trump says he expects to meet with Russian President Vladmir Putin on the sidelines of an upcoming summit during his first official visit to Asia.Mr. Trump told reporters on Air Force One en route to Japan on Sunday he "will want Putin's help" in dealing with the North Korea crisis, adding that he'll be meeting with a number of world leaders to discuss how to pressure North Korea.The two leaders could cross paths twice during the president's lengthy Asia trip: first at a summit in Viet
  
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• Ohio counties ask voters for money to help children affected by drug abuse

  06-11-2017 12:55
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Officials say Ohio's opioid crisis is stretching the state's foster care system as more and more children are removed from the homes of their drug-addicted parents.Children service leaders say these kids also have more problems because of trauma they've experienced living in chaotic, drug-filled households.Children also are staying in foster care longer because it takes additional time for opioid addicts to kick the habit.Five Ohio counties are asking voters for new money T
  
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• Trump stands with Japan, denounces North Korean aggression

  06-11-2017 12:40
  
  President Donald Trump ratcheted up the pressure on North Korea Monday, refusing to rule out eventual military action and declaring that the United States "will not stand" for Pyongyang menacing America or its Asian allies.Trump, on the first stop of his lengthy Asia trip, denounced North Korea as "a threat to the civilized world," and exhorted dictator Kim Jong Un to cease weapons testing like the missiles he has fired over Japanese territory in recent weeks. Though he stood in one of the Asia
  
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• Uber tackles sex assault problem by pledging $5m to training

  06-11-2017 12:31
  
  DETROIT (AP) - Uber is pledging $5 million during the next five years to fund sexual assault prevention groups as well as train its own employees.The move was announced Monday and is aimed at helping the ride-hailing service combat its own problems and society as a whole.Uber's image has been tarnished by findings of sexual harassment of employees and multiple reports of drivers assaulting passengers. Other industries have also recently come under fire as women have been coming forward with comp
  
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• Doppler 10: Rain moves out, cooler this afternoon

  06-11-2017 11:36
  Today: Showers continue early, drying out and breezy in the afternoon.High 53.Winds: N 8-12 mph.
  Tonight: Mostly cloudy and seasonably chilly.Low 39.Winds: NE 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow: Chance for morning showers in the south, mostly cloudy.High 50.Winds: NE 8-12 mph.
  Wednesday: Becoming mostly sunny and cooler than average.High 50.Winds: N 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: The cold front that brought rain and severe weather yesterday is m
  
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• Leavened with humor, musical 'Waitress' tracks pie-baking protagonist as she seeks change

  06-11-2017 10:51
  The smell of pies is a palpable ingredient in "Waitress," a girl-power musical that aims to cook up equal amounts of comedy and drama. Broadway in Columbus and the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts will present the national tour in Columbus, with the run at the Ohio Theatre beginning Tuesday.
  
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• UPDATE: Woman dies after house explosion in Madison Township

  06-11-2017 10:34
  COLUMBUS – A woman has died after a house exploded in in Madison Township.Madison Township Fire Department confirmed that 54-year-old Shelly Williams died at OSU Wexner Medical Center Monday afternoon.Officials say 59-year-old Stewart Bell remains hospitalized.Madison Township firefighters and the Columbus Division of Fire responded to the 3300 block of Everson Road East early Monday morning.Firefighters say neighbors helped pull people from the burning home.Smoke could be seen around the
  
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• Two people hurt after house explosion in southeast Columbus

  06-11-2017 10:34
  COLUMBUS – A woman and a man are hurt, one severely injured, after a house exploded in southeast Columbus early Monday.Madison Township firefighters and the Columbus Division of Fire responded to the 3300 block of Everson Road East.Firefighters say neighbors helped pull people from the burning home.Smoke could be seen around the property. One house was destroyed. Another was damaged.Firefighters said it was too early to determine what caused the explosion.Columbia Gas is on the scene worki
  
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• Two people hurt after house explosion in Madison Township

  06-11-2017 10:34
  COLUMBUS – A woman and a man are hurt, one severely injured, after a house exploded in southeast Columbus early Monday.Madison Township firefighters and the Columbus Division of Fire responded to the 3300 block of Everson Road East.Firefighters say neighbors helped pull people from the burning home.Smoke could be seen around the property. One house was destroyed, another was damaged.Firefighters said it was too early to determine what caused the explosion.Columbia Gas is on the scene worki
  
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• Two people hospitalized after house explosion in Madison Township

  06-11-2017 10:34
  
  COLUMBUS – Madison Township Fire crews were dispatched to the 3300 block of Everson Road E in Madison Township.The Columbus Division of Fire was also dispatched to help battle the fire, according to dispatchers.No immediate information on injuries or how the fire happened.The fire is still burning, and there is smoke around the property.The house has suffered significant damage in the blast.This is a developing story, refresh 10TV.com for updates.
  
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• Police seeking two-time burglar

  06-11-2017 06:55
  Police are hoping someone recognizes a burglar in a surveillance photo after a West Side business was struck twice in September. A reward is being offered as part of Central Ohio Crime Stoppers' Crime of the Week, after an intruder disabled an alarm system to a Zipf Locksmith warehouse at 830 Harmon Ave. by entering through a broken window on Sept.
  
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• In $121M debut, 'Thor: Ragnarok' and Disney flex their might

  06-11-2017 05:08
  
  NEW YORK — "Thor: Ragnarok" thundered to one of the year's best box-office debuts with an estimated $121 million domestically, proving again — just as its flexing its muscle — the might of the Walt Disney Co.The robust debut for Marvel's third "Thor" movie was a welcome shot in the arm for Hollywood and theater owners who have suffered through a terrible October at the box office. "Thor: Ragnarok" also bucked the trend of diminishing returns for sequels. The 2011 "Thor" debuted
  
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• Police: Witness and two others thwart robbery at CVS on Sawmill Road

  06-11-2017 04:09
  
  COLUMBUS -- A witness and two other bystanders took it upon themselves to stop a robbery at a CVS on Sawmill Road on Saturday night.According to a tweet from the Columbus Police Department, Khalid Ali, 18, entered a CVS at 7470 Sawmill Road, walked to the rear and jumped over the counter at the pharmacy.WITNESS & 2 BYSTANDERS HOLD ROBBER DOWN UNTIL POLICE ARRIVE 👏👏👏: 18yo Khalid Ali charged w/robbing CVS@7470 Sawmill Rd last night. NW Cbus. pic.twitter.com/llokgBVa5w&
  
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