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• 'Safe Streets' handling duties of dissolved Columbus vice unit

  01-04-2019 23:10
  Beginning this week, people living in three Columbus neighborhoods will notice police officers rolling down their streets on bicycles rather than cruisers. The Columbus Division of Police's Safe Streets program is a community policing initiative that allows police officers to take the time to talk to people, listen to their concerns and build relationships with neighbors who can help serve as eyes and ears for the officers and play an active role in making their community a safer place to live.
  
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• Safety precautions to take when using ride sharing services

  01-04-2019 22:45
  
  Nathaniel Rowland, 24, is charged with murder and kidnapping in the death of University of South Carolina student Samantha Josephson, Columbia police said. Investigators say Rowland killed Josephson after she got into his car, which she believed to be an Uber.With ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft gaining popularity, both passengers and law enforcement are sharing tips to keep your trip safe.Kate Kinnaird is a Freshman at Ohio State and an experienced Uber passenger.She shared some tips s
  
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• Columbus Rotary Club: Columbus 2019 Bond Package

  01-04-2019 22:28 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Ohio state representative arrested; accused of OVI, felony drug possession

  01-04-2019 22:22
  An Ohio lawmaker was arrested early Friday morning and is accused of driving under the influence.State Representative Sedrick Denson, 31, was arrested in Columbus around 2:45 a.m. after being pulled over by an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper.He is charged with OVI, driving under a suspended license and felony drug possession.Denson, from Cincinnati, is a freshman Democratic lawmaker in the Ohio House of Representatives. He was elected in November and just sworn in in January.OSHP cruiser camer
  
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• Upper Arlington to consider nicotine ban at city parks, playgrounds

  01-04-2019 22:16
  Upper Arlington city leaders are considering new legislation that would ban nicotine at city parks and playgrounds."We all know the impact that second-hand smoke can have," said Kip Greenhill, Upper Arlington city councilman who introduced the legislation. "The second thing is the litter that comes from smoking. They canbe left on our athletic fields and so forth in parks."The proposed legislation would include cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes and vaping devices."One compelling piece for me is a
  
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• Browns welcome Odell Beckham Jr. after 'surreal' trade

  01-04-2019 22:08
  
  BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. looked at Baker Mayfield to his left, Jarvis Landry to his right and Myles Garrett during Monday's news conference.This was no April Fools' Day joke.April Fools!lol jk this is real. pic.twitter.com/eoRixUbwKD— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) April 1, 2019
  His days in New York behind him, Beckham was introduced Monday by the Browns, whose acquisition of the former Giants star wide receiver has triggered wild expectations for a team that didn't win one g
  
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• US 23 in South Bloomfield closed after semi hits building

  01-04-2019 22:06
  
  A section of US 23 in Pickaway County is closed in both directions after a tractor-trailer crashed into a building.All lanes are closed between SR 316 (North Street) and SR 316 (Ashville Road) in South Bloomfield.According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, crews are working to stabilize the building to safely remove the truck.It is expected to be several hours before the road reopens.
  
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• US 23 in South Bloomfield back open after semi hits building

  01-04-2019 22:06
  
  U.S. 23 in Pickaway County is open again in both directions after a tractor-trailer crashed into a building.The road was closed earlier Monday between S.R. 316 (North Street) and S.R. 316 (Ashville Road) in South Bloomfield.According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, crews are working to stabilize the building to safely remove the truck.
  
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• 1 transported after being exposed to white powder at Franklin County courthouse

  01-04-2019 18:08
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -The Columbus Division of Fire was called to investigate a possible hazardous material found at the Franklin County Municipal Courthouse.Firefighters were dispatched at 10:50 a.m. Monday to 375 South High Street.First responders transported one person after they were exposed to an unknown white powder, according to Columbus Fire Battalion Chief Steve Martin.Martin says the entire building was not evacuated and the security team secured the immediate area.No word on the condition o
  
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• Ohio Machine will not play for MLL in 2019 after league contracts teams

  01-04-2019 17:20
  
  The Ohio Machine will not be competing in Major League Lacrosse this season after the league announced it would be contracted from nine teams to six for 2019.The team announced the league’s decision in a statement sent out Monday morning.“This announcement comes as a terrible surprise to all of us at the Machine. We share in the incredible disappointment in this upsetting news with all those that have supported us over the years. As shocking as this news is, it should not be seen as
  
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• Official: Trump team gave 25 White House clearance despite rejections

  01-04-2019 16:47
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — A career official in the White House security office says dozens of people in President Donald Trump's administration were granted security clearances despite "disqualifying issues" in their backgrounds, such as concerns about foreign influence, drug use and criminal conduct.Tricia Newbold, an 18-year government employee who oversees the issuance of clearances for some senior White House aides, says she compiled a list of at least 25 officials who were initially denied se
  
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• Slain South Carolina student's mother blasts suspect in court: "Does he even know her name?"

  01-04-2019 16:39
  
  The mother of Samantha Josephson, the University of South Carolina student who was killed after she mistakenly got into a car she thought was her Uber ride, pleaded with the judge to put suspect Nathaniel David Rowland away for life. Police have charged the 24-year-old man with Josephson's kidnapping and murder.At a court hearing for the 24-year-old Rowland on Sunday, Marci Josephson was emotional as she read a statement, in which she said, "I cannot fathom how someone could randomly select a pe
  
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• Measles count in US this year already more than all of 2018

  01-04-2019 16:20
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials report that the number of measles cases through the first three months of this year have surpassed the count for all of 2018.There have been 387 cases through March, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Monday. There were 372 last year. It's the most since 2014, when 667 were reported.This year's numbers have been driven by outbreaks in several states, including New York, California, Illinois, Texas, and Washington.Most people who ge
  
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• Bridge Park Adding LeVeque Tower

  01-04-2019 15:49
  The ever-expanding Bridge Park development in Dublin is getting a large new update during its next phase of construction. Representatives with developer Crawford Hoying and the City of Dublin jointly announced today that Bridge Park will soon be getting its very own LeVeque Tower. “We couldn’t be more excited to have this new addition for […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Bridge Park Adding LeVeque Tower

  01-04-2019 15:49
  The ever-expanding Bridge Park development in Dublin is getting a large new update during its next phase of construction. Representatives with developer Crawford Hoying and the City of Dublin jointly announced today that Bridge Park will soon be getting its very own LeVeque Tower. “We couldn’t be more excited to have this new addition for […]
  
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• City of Columbus Contracts Bird Scooters to Replace Vehicle Fleet

  01-04-2019 15:32
  Officials with the City of Columbus announced this morning that the Department of Public Service would be entering into a unique agreement with Bird Scooters to replace the city’s entire vehicle fleet. Touted as a cost-saving move, officials praised the startup tech company’s innovative private transportation mode as the way of the future. “Through our […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: City of Columbus Contracts Bird Scooters to Replace Vehicle Fleet

  01-04-2019 15:32
  Officials with the City of Columbus announced this morning that the Department of Public Service would be entering into a unique agreement with Bird Scooters to replace the city’s entire vehicle fleet. Touted as a cost-saving move, officials praised the startup tech company’s innovative private transportation mode as the way of the future. “Through our […]
  
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• Barbara Bush saw Trump as a 'symbol of greed'

  01-04-2019 15:14
  
  WASHINGTON — Barbara Bush didn't bite her tongue in recent years when it came to Donald Trump: She just didn't like him. But a new biography of the former first lady finds that her disdain for the Republican president, who transformed the party her own family had embodied for generations into his likeness, dates as least as far back as a 1990s diary entry.She referred to Trump in the entry as "the real symbol of greed in the 80s."Mrs. Bush, who was 92 when she died last April , gave Susan
  
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• Local Record Shop Adds Self-Checkout Technology

  01-04-2019 15:02
  The Clintonville Record retailer known as Elizabeth’s Records (named after the owners 13 year old daughter) may be number 13th best in the local record retail community but, starting today, they will be number one in record store technology. Thanato Technology approached the owner, David Lewis, about turning the store into a test location for a […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Local Record Shop Adds Self-Checkout Technology

  01-04-2019 15:02
  The Clintonville Record retailer known as Elizabeth’s Records (named after the owners 13 year old daughter) may be number 13th best in the local record retail community but, starting today, they will be number one in record store technology. Thanato Technology approached the owner, David Lewis, about turning the store into a test location for a […]
  
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• Local Pizza Shop Adds Marijuana as Available Topping

  01-04-2019 14:30
  Local late night eatery, Mikey’s Late Night Slice will be setting the bar even higher today as they announce they will be adding marijuana to their list of available pizza toppings. In a bold move and something only allowed by the recent decriminalization of marijuana, Mikey’s, as of today, will allow customers to order whole […]
  
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• Hot Chicken Takeover and Columbus Food Adventures Launch Double Decker Food Truck City Tour

  01-04-2019 14:30
  Hot Chicken Takeover (HCT) and long-time partners Columbus Food Adventures are bringing a brand new culinary concept to Central Ohio this summer. This one-of-a-kind food tour will include a well-known HCT collaboration and a view of Columbus from new heights. “Columbus Food Adventures has included us in their Short North Food Tour for about four […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Local Pizza Shop Adds Marijuana as Available Topping

  01-04-2019 14:30
  Local late night eatery, Mikey’s Late Night Slice will be setting the bar even higher today as they announce they will be adding marijuana to their list of available pizza toppings. In a bold move and something only allowed by the recent decriminalization of marijuana, Mikey’s, as of today, will allow customers to order whole […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Hot Chicken Takeover and Columbus Food Adventures Launch Double Decker Food Truck City Tour

  01-04-2019 14:30
  Hot Chicken Takeover (HCT) and long-time partners Columbus Food Adventures are bringing a brand new culinary concept to Central Ohio this summer. This one-of-a-kind food tour will include a well-known HCT collaboration and a view of Columbus from new heights. “Columbus Food Adventures has included us in their Short North Food Tour for about four […]
  
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• Khalid set to stop in Columbus for 'Free Spirit World Tour'

  01-04-2019 14:04
  
  COLUMBUS-- Singer-songwriter Khalid has announced his North American headline dates for his "Free Spirit World Tour."The tour stops in Columbus Friday, July 26 at Nationwide Arena.Khalid is also heading to nearby cities like Pittsburgh and Detroit.Tickets go on sale Friday, Apr. 5 at 12 p.m.“Khalid Free Spirit World Tour” 2019 North American Dates:Thursday, June 20 Phoenix, AZGila River ArenaSaturday, June 22 Las Vegas, NVMGM Grand Garden ArenaSunday, June 23 San Diego, CA Pechanga A
  
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• Computer issues hit several major airlines, FAA says

  01-04-2019 13:41
  
  Several major airlines were having computer problems to start the workweek but they appeared to be getting resolved. The Federal Aviation Administration told CBS News several carriers were "experiencing issues with a flight planning weight and balance program called Aerodata. Mainline operations and regional operations" were being "impacted to varying degrees."Affected airlines included Southwest, United, JetBlue, Alaska and Delta.Southwest said it issued a ground stop as a result but lifted it
  
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• General Motors seeks dismissal of union lawsuit on closures

  01-04-2019 13:14
  
  LORDSTOWN, Ohio (AP) — Attorneys for General Motors have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit claiming the automaker sidestepped an agreement with union workers through its plans to idle three plants, including one in Ohio.The Warren Tribune Chronicle reports GM's motion argues the United Auto Workers didn't exhaust grievance arbitration procedures contained in the contract. The motion says the contract bars the union from going to court over a contractual dispute while grievances re
  
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• Reports: New Crew Owners Already Looking to Move Team Elsewhere

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In a shocking revelation uncovered by ColumbusUnderground.com, it’s become clear that the Haslam and Edwards families — the new owners of the recently “saved” Columbus Crew SC — are already looking to move the team to several other possible cities, including, but not limited to, Austin, Texas. Insiders say that Dr. Pete Edwards and Dee […]
  
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• Ohio Lawmakers Mulling “Fart Tax” to Make up for Lower Gas Tax

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In a move already being questioned by critics, the Ohio state legislature is reportedly considering an unprecedented new “fart tax” that will be forced upon Ohioans anytime they flatulate, according to sources in the statehouse. The proposal is being tossed around as a way to make up for the lower gas tax hike, ever since […]
  
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• In An About-Face, Governor Mike DeWine Embraces State’s Medical Marijuana Program

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In an unexpected move, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has decided to “fully embrace” the state’s medical marijuana program, which he announced at a press conference shortly after 4:20 PM on Friday. Though the Governor looked more glassy-eyed than usual, DeWine stated while snacking on a bag of Cheetos that his decision was made because he’s […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Ohio Lawmakers Mulling “Fart Tax” to Make up for Lower Gas Tax

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In a move already being questioned by critics, the Ohio state legislature is reportedly considering an unprecedented new “fart tax” that will be forced upon Ohioans anytime they flatulate, according to sources in the statehouse. The proposal is being tossed around as a way to make up for the lower gas tax hike, ever since […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: New Crew Owners Already Looking to Move Team Elsewhere

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In a shocking revelation uncovered by ColumbusUnderground.com, it’s become clear that the Haslam and Edwards families — the new owners of the recently “saved” Columbus Crew SC — are already looking to move the team to several other possible cities, including, but not limited to, Austin, Texas. Insiders say that Dr. Pete Edwards and Dee […]
  
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• April Fool’s Day: Governor Mike DeWine Embraces State’s Medical Marijuana Program

  01-04-2019 13:00
  In an unexpected move, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has decided to “fully embrace” the state’s medical marijuana program, which he announced at a press conference shortly after 4:20 p.m. on Friday. Though the Governor looked more glassy-eyed than usual, DeWine stated while snacking on a bag of Cheetos that his decision was made because he’s […]
  
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• Police: Alabama man kills infant daughter, self in dispute

  01-04-2019 12:59
  
  OHATCHEE, Ala. (AP) — Police in Alabama say an Anniston man shot and killed his 6-month-old daughter and then himself during an argument with the girl's grandfather, who was wounded in the fight.Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade tells Al.com that authorities responded to a domestic disturbance near Ohatchee on Sunday between 23-year-old Trenton Gordon and the baby's mother. He says the girl's mother had filed for a protective order against Gordon.The sheriff says Gordon brought the girl
  
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• Monday's Most Wanted: Liara S. McGlothan

  01-04-2019 12:55
  
  COLUMBUS-- The Franklin County Sheriff's Department is searching for 37-year-old Liara S. McGlothan.McGlothan is charged with impersonating a police officer and theft.The sheriff's office says McGlothan was last known to be living in north Columbus near Joyce Avenue and Hudson Street.If you see her, call the Franklin County Sheriff's Office at614-525-SWAT.
  
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• Elon Musk releases rap song titled "RIP Harambe"

  01-04-2019 11:12
  
  The CEO of Tesla is trying out his musical skills.Elon Musk released an auto-tune song called "RIP Harambe," which was uploaded onto SoundCloud over the weekend.The song was released under Emo G Records. According to Rolling Stone, the name is a play on emoji and bringing back a joke by Musk from earlier in the weekend.This might be my finest work— Jung Musk (@elonmusk) March 30, 2019The two-minute song is about Harambe, the gorilla from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical gardens that was ki
  
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• Rapper Nipsey Hussle shot and killed at 33

  01-04-2019 05:25
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Grammy-nominated and widely respected West Coast rapper Nipsey Hussle was killed outside his Los Angeles clothing store, Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted Sunday.Police confirmed three men were shot Sunday and one of them killed outside Marathon Clothing, the store Hussle owns. All three men were taken to hospitals, where one of them was declared dead.Police didn't say that 33-year-old Hussle was the person who died. Representatives for the rapper didn't immediately respond to
  
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• Bobrovsky stops 38 shots, Blue Jackets top Sabres 4-0

  01-04-2019 03:03
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 38 shots and the Columbus Blue Jackets won their fifth straight by beating the free-falling Buffalo Sabres 4-0 on Sunday night.The Blue Jackets continued to close in on their third straight playoff berth while entering the final week of the season. With 94 points, they jumped into seventh-place in the Eastern Conference standings, a point ahead of Carolina and two up on idle Montreal.Bobrovsky took over the NHL lead with his ninth shutout &mdas
  
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• 2 pilots killed in Marine helicopter crash in Arizona

  01-04-2019 02:43
  
  YUMA, Ariz. (AP) — Two Marine pilots have died in a helicopter crash during a training mission in southwestern Arizona, U.S. Marine Corps officials said Sunday.The AH-1Z Viper crashed Saturday night while the pilots were conducting a training mission as part of a weapons and tactical instructor course, according to the Marine Corps. The cause of the crash is under investigation.Capt. Gabriel Adibe, a Marine Corps spokesman, said the helicopter crashed on the vast Marine Corps Air Station Y
  
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• Michigan State knocks off No. 1 Duke 68-67 to make Final Four

  01-04-2019 01:31
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Cassius Winston put Michigan State on his shoulders and carried the Spartans into the Final Four.The do-everything point guard took over the game when his team faced its biggest deficit and led second-seeded Michigan State to a 68-67 victory over overall No. 1 seed Duke on Sunday in the East Region final.Duke boasted the biggest stars in Zion Williamson and RJ Barrett, but Winston shined brightest to put Michigan State in the Final Four for the first time since 2015. Wins
  
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• Citizens come to Ohio officer's aid in rollover crash

  01-04-2019 01:06
  
  CLEVELAND — The Newburgh Heights Police Department is thanking those who assisted an officer after he was involved in a rollover crash during a pursuit Sunday morning.Police say Officer Robert Veverka was trying to catch up to a traffic offender and lost control after hitting a patch of ice. The cruiser struck a parked vehicle and rolled several times before coming to a stop in a yard on Independence Road in Cleveland.Several people nearby came to Veverka's aid and helped him out of the ve
  
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• Ohio State leads in money from Ohio specialty license plates

  01-04-2019 00:10
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) — The Ohio State University collected the most money last year of any entity in the state for specialty license plates, according to a newspaper's review of state data.The Cincinnati Enquirer reported that its review of Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles data shows Ohio State received a total of $585,800 for 22,055 plates last year. The newspaper reviewed data on how many plates were purchased and how much money they generated for charities and universities between January 2018
  
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