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Millions of dollars from public and private contributors helped the Mid-Ohio Food Collective distribute 3.4 million pounds of food during the government shutdown.
'Hunger is not OK in America': Community stepped up when shutdown paused SNAP
Millions of dollars from public and private contributors helped the Mid-Ohio Food Collective distribute 3.4 million pounds of food during the government shutdown.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Millions of dollars from public and private contributors helped the Mid-Ohio Food Collective distribute 3.4 million pounds of food during the government shutdown.
Elvis Merzlikins kept it respectable, but the Columbus Blue Jackets got a sobering dose of reality in 4-0 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.
Avalanche show Blue Jackets how far they have to go: Takeaways
Elvis Merzlikins kept it respectable, but the Columbus Blue Jackets got a sobering dose of reality in 4-0 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Elvis Merzlikins kept it respectable, but the Columbus Blue Jackets got a sobering dose of reality in 4-0 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.
The Honda Civic was the first vehicle to market to meet the emission standards of the 1970 U.S. Clean Air Act.
How Honda came to Ohio: Motorcycles, cars and a ride not always smooth
The Honda Civic was the first vehicle to market to meet the emission standards of the 1970 U.S. Clean Air Act.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Honda Civic was the first vehicle to market to meet the emission standards of the 1970 U.S. Clean Air Act.
The number of students enrolling in career technical programs has been steadily increasing across Ohio.
As career tech becomes cool in Ohio, can the state meet the demand?
The number of students enrolling in career technical programs has been steadily increasing across Ohio.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The number of students enrolling in career technical programs has been steadily increasing across Ohio.
Ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange symbolized more than the closing of the business day for JewishColumbus' Julie Tilson Stanley.
JewishColumbus leader 'rings' in milestone at New York Stock Exchange
Ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange symbolized more than the closing of the business day for JewishColumbus' Julie Tilson Stanley.
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January 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange symbolized more than the closing of the business day for JewishColumbus' Julie Tilson Stanley.
Ohio State continues the 2025-26 Big Ten season with a road game against the Washington Huskies. Here's how to watch all the men's basketball action.
How to watch Ohio State basketball vs Washington. See TV, streaming info for game
Ohio State continues the 2025-26 Big Ten season with a road game against the Washington Huskies. Here's how to watch all the men's basketball action.
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January 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Ohio State continues the 2025-26 Big Ten season with a road game against the Washington Huskies. Here's how to watch all the men's basketball action.
Readers give Dispatch sports editor Brian White their takes on Ohio State football and more.
Fans' treatment of Ohio State kicker Jayden Fielding is 'unhinged'
Readers give Dispatch sports editor Brian White their takes on Ohio State football and more.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Readers give Dispatch sports editor Brian White their takes on Ohio State football and more.
“ICE Out For Good” protest at the intersection of North Broadway Street and North High Street in Clintonville on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
“ICE Out For Good” protest
“ICE Out For Good” protest at the intersection of North Broadway Street and North High Street in Clintonville on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM
“ICE Out For Good” protest at the intersection of North Broadway Street and North High Street in Clintonville on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
Gahanna Lincoln battled Grove City in an OHSAA boys basketball game Jan. 9. Gahanna won 53-49.
Highlights from Gahanna Lincoln vs Grove City in OHSAA basketball
Gahanna Lincoln battled Grove City in an OHSAA boys basketball game Jan. 9. Gahanna won 53-49.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Gahanna Lincoln battled Grove City in an OHSAA boys basketball game Jan. 9. Gahanna won 53-49.
City Center mall opened on Aug. 18, 1989. It closed on March 5, 2009, making way for what is now Columbus Commons.
City Center mall was a hub of Columbus commerce
City Center mall opened on Aug. 18, 1989. It closed on March 5, 2009, making way for what is now Columbus Commons.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Center mall opened on Aug. 18, 1989. It closed on March 5, 2009, making way for what is now Columbus Commons.
With Nikki Glaser set to host the 83rd edition of the annual award ceremony, here's how to watch the show on TV and streaming.
Golden Globes 2026: How to watch awards show, red carpet
With Nikki Glaser set to host the 83rd edition of the annual award ceremony, here's how to watch the show on TV and streaming.
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January 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
With Nikki Glaser set to host the 83rd edition of the annual award ceremony, here's how to watch the show on TV and streaming.
Highways all over the states have names other than the numerical designations they're born with.
Trump's name could adorn part of I-70. Who gets their name on Ohio highways?
Highways all over the states have names other than the numerical designations they're born with.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Highways all over the states have names other than the numerical designations they're born with.
Michael David McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, has been charged with murder in the death of Tepe and her new husband, Spencer Tepe.
Ex-husband charged in Tepe murders, held in Illinois jail
Michael David McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, has been charged with murder in the death of Tepe and her new husband, Spencer Tepe.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Michael David McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, has been charged with murder in the death of Tepe and her new husband, Spencer Tepe.
Bob Weir, one of the founding members of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78 from "underlying lung issues."
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead founding member, dies at 78
Bob Weir, one of the founding members of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78 from "underlying lung issues."
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January 11, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Bob Weir, one of the founding members of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78 from "underlying lung issues."
Colder temperatures and snow will return to central Ohio this weekend.
Snow returns tonight into Sunday morning across central Ohio
Colder temperatures and snow will return to central Ohio this weekend.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Colder temperatures and snow will return to central Ohio this weekend.
Elvis Merzlikins did what he could in first start since Dec. 20, but the Blue Jackets couldn't compete with the NHL leading Colorado Avalanche.
Columbus Blue Jackets steamrolled by Avalanche for 4th straight loss
Elvis Merzlikins did what he could in first start since Dec. 20, but the Blue Jackets couldn't compete with the NHL leading Colorado Avalanche.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Elvis Merzlikins did what he could in first start since Dec. 20, but the Blue Jackets couldn't compete with the NHL leading Colorado Avalanche.
Michael David McKee, 39, has been charged with murder in connection with the Dec. 30 deaths of Monique and Spencer Tepe. Here's what we know about him.
Who is Michael McKee, ex-husband of Monique Tepe charged in her death?
Michael David McKee, 39, has been charged with murder in connection with the Dec. 30 deaths of Monique and Spencer Tepe. Here's what we know about him.
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January 11, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Michael David McKee, 39, has been charged with murder in connection with the Dec. 30 deaths of Monique and Spencer Tepe. Here's what we know about him.
A large bear was evicted after living beneath the home of a California man for months.
500-pound bear evicted after living under California home for months
A large bear was evicted after living beneath the home of a California man for months.
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January 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM
A large bear was evicted after living beneath the home of a California man for months.
Check your tickets for Ohio daily lottery draw games here.
Ohio Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday winning numbers for Jan. 9, 2026
Check your tickets for Ohio daily lottery draw games here.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Check your tickets for Ohio daily lottery draw games here.
Approximately 500 people assembled in Clintonville on Jan. 10 for one of more than 1,000 "ICE Out For Good" protests across the nation.
Hundreds stand in rain to protest ICE, shooting of Renee Good
Approximately 500 people assembled in Clintonville on Jan. 10 for one of more than 1,000 "ICE Out For Good" protests across the nation.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Approximately 500 people assembled in Clintonville on Jan. 10 for one of more than 1,000 "ICE Out For Good" protests across the nation.
Health officials in St. Louis, Missouri confirmed that multiple vervet monkeys remain loose in the city, as of Saturday, Jan. 10.
Multiple monkeys on the loose in St. Louis, health officials say
Health officials in St. Louis, Missouri confirmed that multiple vervet monkeys remain loose in the city, as of Saturday, Jan. 10.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Health officials in St. Louis, Missouri confirmed that multiple vervet monkeys remain loose in the city, as of Saturday, Jan. 10.
The Winter Olympics are set to begin in Italy in less than a month, here is what to know about the games.
When will the 2026 Winter Olympics start? Dates, location, what to know
The Winter Olympics are set to begin in Italy in less than a month, here is what to know about the games.
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January 10, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The Winter Olympics are set to begin in Italy in less than a month, here is what to know about the games.
By climbing a couple stories up a ladder, Alan Miller pauses to remember a man who did the same thing.
Taking a trip up a ladder and down memory lane
By climbing a couple stories up a ladder, Alan Miller pauses to remember a man who did the same thing.
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January 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
By climbing a couple stories up a ladder, Alan Miller pauses to remember a man who did the same thing.
Habitat loss is a great cause of wildlife endangerment. You can help in your home garden by creating a wildlife habitat with these tips.
Creating a wildlife habitat in your home landscape
Habitat loss is a great cause of wildlife endangerment. You can help in your home garden by creating a wildlife habitat with these tips.
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January 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Habitat loss is a great cause of wildlife endangerment. You can help in your home garden by creating a wildlife habitat with these tips.
City Center mall opened Aug. 18, 1989, making it the city's first major new mall in 20 years.
Remember City Center mall? See Columbus history in our photos
City Center mall opened Aug. 18, 1989, making it the city's first major new mall in 20 years.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
City Center mall opened Aug. 18, 1989, making it the city's first major new mall in 20 years.