Columbus Lands 160 Jobs At New Credit Card Data Center
Gov. John Kasich touts tough negotiations and tax breaks in helping keep Discover from taking the jobs to Arizona or South Carolina.
Road Trip: Bird Watching Along Lake Erie
This travel season we’re taking you on a series of road trips that make up “The New Ohio Guide.” This week we head to the shores of Lake Erie for some of the world’s best bird watching.
Second Child Dies From Motorbike Accident
Police say Gabryale Campbell, 9, died at Children’s Hospital from injuries sustained last week when the motorbike she was riding on pulled into a street and was struck by a pickup truck.
Columbus Gains Jobs, Unemployment Climbs
A new report on Central Ohio’s economy shows the region gained more than 9,000 jobs in early 2012. The group, Columbus 2020, says despite the additional jobs the region’s unemployment rate increased from 6.8% to 7% percent as more discouraged workers give up their job search.
Ohio Senate Wants Welfare Tied To Clean Drug Tests
The Republican-controlled Ohio Senate is nearing approval of a pilot program that would tie welfare benefits to clean drug tests.
Gay Marriage Debate “Louder Than Ever” Among African Americans
African American pastors, activists, and academics continue to wrestle with the complicated subject of gay marriage and the President’s newly-announced stance.
Statewide Texting Ban, Teen Rules Sent To Governor Kasich
Ohio teens could not use cellphones or other electronic devices while driving under a bill sent Tuesday to the governor.
Researchers Expect Thinner Lake Erie Algae Bloom
Researchers say the toxic blue-green algae in Lake Erie’s western basin likely will appear earlier this summer but remain less dense than last year’s record bloom, partly because of warmer, drier spring weather.
DeWine Sues California Company For Do Not Call Violations
A California Company is being sued by the State of Ohio for violating the “do not call” list.
Blue Jackets Name Todd Richards Permanent Coach
The Columbus Blue Jackets are removing the “interim” tag from head coach Todd Richards. The team announced today Richards has agreed to a two year contract through the 2013-2014 season.
Columbus Police Use Billboards To Recruit Diverse Cadet Pool
The Columbus Division of police is using ten roadside billboards to help boost recruitment efforts. The billboards are designed, in part, to attract a more diverse applicant pool.


























