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A new AI-generated scam targeting seniors is spreading online, posing as a legitimate property tax relief offer—but it’s a digital con designed to steal Social Security numbers, bank details, and money. Fake contact info leads nowhere but to scammers, and Ohio’s Tax Commissioner warns this is a deliberate exploitation of trust, since the federal government doesn’t handle property taxes. Stay vigil...

The U.S. Department of Justice dropped its lawsuit against Franklin County’s court over a local rule blocking immigration arrests near the courthouse, opting to dismiss without prejudice—possibly finding an alternative path forward. The rule, born from a real-life case where a victim feared detention and missed a hearing, aimed to create a safer space for immigrants in the justice system. While si...

Ohio’s first Somali state lawmaker, Ismail Mohamed, dodges a residency challenge by updating his voter registration to a new Columbus address within his district—only for his opponent’s team to pivot and file a fresh complaint. With hearings delayed and campaign finance irregularities including an undisclosed $13,500 loan and hidden PAC contributions under investigation, this political drama is fa...

Columbus is proposing a new “peaking rate” to charge big industrial users like data centers and breweries for the massive water infrastructure they demand — even when they don’t use it all the time. This move, studied for two years, aims to recover costs of maintaining oversized pipes without impacting regular residents or small businesses. The city council is set to review a formal proposal by Oc...

Central Ohio’s Franklin, Morgan, Muskingum, and Perry counties took a brutal hit from August storms and flash floods, leaving homes and businesses in ruins. The Ohio Controlling Board has approved $500K in emergency aid for affected residents — prioritizing families with kids, seniors, and people with disabilities earning under 300% of the federal poverty line. Eligible families can receive up to...

Ohio just made history by declaring September 25th Dolly Parton Day, honoring the country music legend’s life and legacy — especially her groundbreaking Imagination Library program that sends free books to kids from birth to age five. With 64% of eligible Ohio children already enrolled across all 88 counties, the initiative has reached over one million young readers. The date? A tribute to her ico...

Ohio is officially celebrating Dolly Parton Day on September 25th, honoring not just her music but her life-changing literacy work through the Imagination Library. Since launching, the program has gifted nearly 28 million free books to Ohio kids — a powerful testament to Dolly’s commitment to education. Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Tressel are recognizing her profound impact, especially in nur...

Ohio State’s Moritz College of Law is relocating to downtown Columbus’ historic Huntington Building — the first major academic program to anchor the city’s core. University President Ravi Bellamkonda and Mayor Andrew Ginther see this as a transformative step, blending education with urban life to boost local businesses, create jobs, and give students real-world legal experience right where the act...

A 19-year-old, Danyo Sellers, faces serious charges after being arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Maliek Venson in a South Linden alley. The arrest, made by SWAT on August 31st following a warrant, came after investigators linked Sellers to a dark-colored car seen near the scene and an admitted altercation. With a $1 million bond set, the case underscores the devastatin...

Columbus is rolling out a bold new plan to fund its upcoming NWSL team: starting in 2027, Crew ticket buyers will pay an extra 2% tax—on top of the existing 5% arts fee—to help build a state-of-the-art training facility at McCoy Park. The city’s investing $25 million, and this tax revenue will cover it—and more. When the NWSL team debuts, their tickets will carry a 7% tax, with all proceeds eventu...

Columbus City Schools just shattered its own record with an 84.6% graduation rate for the class of 2026 — a stunning 3.2-point leap from last year and well above their goal of 81.2%. This marks the highest rate since tracking began in 2000, signaling major progress as the district moves away from its one-star state rating. Superintendent Angela Chapman credits the momentum to district-wide efforts...

Ohio State Buckeyes host Illinois in a high-stakes Big Ten opener on September 26th at noon ET, vying for the Illibuck Trophy—and it’s back in Columbus for the first time since 2017. With both teams sitting at 1-1 after shaky starts (OSU blew a lead vs. Texas, Illinois fell at home to Duke), this matchup is primed for redemption. The Buckeyes hold a dominant 10-game win streak against the Illini,...

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Columbus city council may pause rezoning for Walhalla Ravine in Clintonville—good news for preservationists—while Worthington residents are rallying against a zoning change, even threatening a referendum to reclaim control over their neighborhood. These local battles highlight how zoning decisions ripple through daily life, sparking community action and reminding us that the spaces we live in are...

Ohio State’s Moritz College of Law is relocating to downtown Columbus, moving into the historic Huntington Bank Building on Capitol Square — just steps from the Statehouse and Supreme Court. This bold move, set to begin renovations in 2027 with classes starting in 2029, aims to immerse students in the heart of legal action, boosting internships, job access, and public service careers. Inspired by...

Ohio State’s Moritz College of Law is relocating downtown to the Huntington National Bank Building—strategically positioned for real-world legal access, internships, and networking. Set for September 14, 2026, the move marks a bold step toward deeper ties with Columbus’ legal and civic communities, with university and city leaders rallying behind this transformative shift designed to elevate stude...

Elizabeth Siders, mother of sixteen, faces serious charges including sexual battery and child endangerment as her arraignment looms—this is just the beginning of a high-stakes legal battle unfolding in Vinton County. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on pu...

Steak ‘n Shake just threw its weight behind Jon Husted in Ohio’s Senate race, touting his “Make America Healthy Again” push to fix health and science systems — while taking a shot at rival Sherrod Brown for allegedly fueling inflation through federal spending. With voters deeply anxious about rising costs and economic strain, this endorsement adds heat to a razor-thin race where party lines blur a...

Ohio’s colleges are failing students’ right to free speech, with top schools like Ohio State and Kent State earning an “F” in a new FIRE report — a dramatic slide from past glory and a troubling sign that campus climates are growing more hostile to open dialogue. Students report self-censorship, controversial disciplinary actions, and arrests during protests, while administrators often side with i...

A quiet Clintonville spot called Walhalla Ravine is at the center of a zoning debate, with city council possibly pausing action — sparking community outcry and neighborly mobilization. Meanwhile, controversial Worthington zoning changes could face a voter referendum, while Toledo’s historic Blade newspaper teeters on closure by December. And as September arrives, Ohioans are eyeing the 2026 peak o...

A Ross County Ohio trooper suffered minor injuries after being struck by a Jeep’s side mirror while assisting with flood-related traffic—its 63-year-old driver, Todd Bosstic, now faces felony OVI and leaving the scene charges with a $150K bond. Amid worsening floods, the Red Cross is providing shelter to displaced families, highlighting the dangers faced by first responders and the community’s res...

Families in the southwest of Thomas Elementary’s school zone are launching a major legal challenge against Dublin City Schools, accusing them of discriminatory redistricting that forces hundreds of students to switch from Coffman to Scioto High starting in 2027-28. Backed by multiple neighborhood associations and citing race, income, and geography, they claim the district ignored its own rules and...

Flour Modern Pasta Bar and Fetty’s Street Food are teaming up for a wild, limited-time pop-up in central Ohio—Flour + Fetty’s—where Italian pasta meets bold Southeast Asian flavors. Think butter chicken pappardelle, Thai curry tater tots, and Szechuan cacio e pepe, plus dessert twists like Thai tea tres leches. The chefs, longtime collaborators with a history of successful dinners, are blending cu...

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Eddie Rickenbacker’s childhood home in Columbus is set to transform into a public museum after securing $350,000 in state funding — a major milestone for one of the city’s three National Historic Landmarks. Once America’s top WWI flying ace, Rickenbacker’s legacy will be preserved with structural upgrades, accessibility features, and modern utilities. The Rickenbacker Woods Foundation, led by exec...