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1 Shot, Killed Near North Columbus YMCA
1 Shot, Killed Near North Columbus YMCA
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 4:15 PM EDT2014-04-16 20:15:55 GMT
One person was fatally shot near a YMCA facility on the north side of Columbus Wednesday afternoon.
One person was fatally shot near a YMCA facility on the north side of Columbus Wednesday afternoon.

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A cash reward is being offered for information in connection with the theft of more than $1,000 in sunglasses on the northeast side of Columbus.

Suspect Known As 'Polo' Suspected Of Stealing $1,200 In Sunglasses

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A cash reward is being offered for information in connection with the theft of more than $1,000 in sunglasses on the northeast side of Columbus.
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Police: Newark Man Admitted To Sexually Abusing Relative For 5 Years

Bobby L. Bender, 34, of Newark, is charged with a felony count of gross sexual imposition.

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A Newark man allegedly admitted to sexually abusing a juvenile relative about 20 to 40 times during a period of five years. More>>

CDC: Mosquito-Transferred Chikungunya Virus Could Reach US In 2014

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A mosquito-transmitted virus that has caused outbreaks in Africa, Europe, Asia and countries located in the Indian and Pacific oceans could spread to North America, according to the CDC. More>>

CPD: Suspect Posed As Officer, Attempted To Abduct Woman

A woman told Columbus police a man posing as an officer stopped her on an east Columbus street and told her to get into the back seat of his vehicle.

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Columbus police officers arrested a man suspected of posing as an officer while attempting to abduct a woman early Wednesday morning.
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Falling Ladder Injures 4 Firefighters Responding To Downtown Fire

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Four Columbus firefighters were injured while fighting a fire at a commercial building in downtown Columbus Tuesday evening. More>>

Truck Delivering $6,000 Worth Of Ham Stolen

A truck carrying $6,000 worth of HoneyBaked Ham products was reported stolen Saturday. The empty truck was recovered Tuesday.

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A truck loaded with 100 hams, worth about $6,000, was stolen in Columbus Saturday. More>>

A 31-year-old man was arrested after allegedly refusing to lower a camera drone to allow a medical helicopter to land at the scene of a crash in Clark County last weekend. More>>

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Franklin County Dog Shelter Director Placed On Leave
Franklin County Dog Shelter Director Placed On Leave
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 9:58 PM EDT2014-04-16 01:58:39 GMT
The director of the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is on administrative leave, while the county investigates allegations of wrongdoing.
The director of the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is on administrative leave, while the county investigates allegations of wrongdoing.
Corporation Owner, Bookkeeper Indicted For Income Tax Fraud
Corporation Owner, Bookkeeper Indicted For Income Tax Fraud
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 2:07 PM EDT2014-04-16 18:07:00 GMT
Two people from Cardington have each been charged with a total of nine counts in connection with income tax violations involving their personal income tax returns and the corporate income tax returns for Geocore Drilling, Inc.
Two people from Cardington have each been charged with a total of nine counts in connection with income tax violations involving their personal income tax returns and the corporate income tax returns for Geocore Drilling, Inc.
World War One Love Letters Uncovered
World War One Love Letters Uncovered
Love letters from World War I were found hidden away in a Jasper, Indiana home during a remodel.
Love letters from World War I were found hidden away in a Jasper, Indiana home during a remodel.
Caught On Camera: Runaway Carriage
Caught On Camera: Runaway Carriage
A carriage horse takes off through downtown Savannah plowing into parked cars and scaring pedestrians.
A carriage horse takes off through downtown Savannah plowing into parked cars and scaring pedestrians.
2 Suspects In Ross County Assault, Robbery Sought
2 Suspects In Ross County Assault, Robbery Sought
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 9:56 AM EDT2014-04-16 13:56:50 GMT
Detectives from the Ross County Sheriff’s Office are trying to identify two men accused of assaulting a man and robbing him at his home Tuesday night.
Detectives from the Ross County Sheriff’s Office are trying to identify two men accused of assaulting a man and robbing him at his home Tuesday night.
Local Comedian, Magician Named Entertainer, Magician Of The Year
Local Comedian, Magician Named Entertainer, Magician Of The Year
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 6:11 PM EDT2014-04-15 22:11:41 GMT
A local comedian and magician was honored as entertainer of the year and magician of the year by two university-related publications.
A local comedian and magician was honored as entertainer of the year and magician of the year by two university-related publications.
NBC4 Announces Finalists In Make A Difference School Grant
NBC4 Announces Finalists In Make A Difference School Grant
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:44 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:44:05 GMT
NBC4 is helping make a difference for Central Ohio Schools and their students. The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Tuesday.
NBC4 is helping make a difference for Central Ohio Schools and their students. The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Tuesday.
Ohio State Study Proves 'Hangry' Is A Real Emotion
Ohio State Study Proves 'Hangry' Is A Real Emotion
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:36 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:36:59 GMT
A quick candy bar may stave off more than hunger. It could prevent major fights between husbands and wives, at least if a new study that used voodoo dolls is right.
A quick candy bar may stave off more than hunger. It could prevent major fights between husbands and wives, at least if a new study that used voodoo dolls is right.

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CPD: Suspect Posed As Officer, Attempted To Abduct Woman
CPD: Suspect Posed As Officer, Attempted To Abduct Woman
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 10:29 AM EDT2014-04-16 14:29:08 GMT
A woman told Columbus police a man posing as an officer stopped her on an east Columbus street and told her to get into the back seat of his vehicle.
Columbus police officers arrested a man suspected of posing as an officer while attempting to abduct a woman early Wednesday morning.
Columbus police officers arrested a man suspected of posing as an officer while attempting to abduct a woman early Wednesday morning.
Falling Ladder Injures 4 Firefighters Responding To Downtown Fire
Falling Ladder Injures 4 Firefighters Responding To Downtown Fire
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 5:56 AM EDT2014-04-16 09:56:58 GMT
Four Columbus firefighters were injured while fighting a fire at a commercial building in downtown Columbus Tuesday evening.
Four Columbus firefighters were injured while fighting a fire at a commercial building in downtown Columbus Tuesday evening.
LIST: Top 10 Most Challenged Books
LIST: Top 10 Most Challenged Books
Updated: Monday, April 14 2014 4:02 PM EDT2014-04-14 20:02:45 GMT
What books top the list of the most challenged books of 2013? Find out.
What books top the list of the most challenged books of 2013? Find out.
First Photos Of Zoo Miami's Newest Lion Cubs
First Photos Of Zoo Miami's Newest Lion Cubs
Zoo Miami's latest litter of lion cubs has been in seclusion with their mother since their birth on March 6th.
Zoo Miami's latest litter of lion cubs has been in seclusion with their mother since their birth on March 6th.
SLIDESHOW: 2014 Ohio State Spring Game
2014 Ohio State Spring Game
The Buckeyes are getting ready for 2014! Check out photos from the Spring Game!
The Buckeyes are getting ready for 2014! Check out photos from the Spring Game!
SLIDESHOW: Hell City Tattoo Fest
Hell City Tattoo Fest
Check out these images of day 1 of the 2014 Hell City Tattoo Festival in Columbus.
Check out these images of day 1 of the 2014 Hell City Tattoo Festival in Columbus.
SLIDESHOW: Operation Buyers Remorse Round-Up
Operation Buyers Remorse Round-Up
Thirty-nine people were arrested during Operation Buyer's Remorse in Marion County Thursday afternoon.
Thirty-nine people were arrested during Operation Buyer's Remorse in Marion County Thursday afternoon.
2 Shot Near Elementary School In Southeast Columbus
2 Shot Near Elementary School In Southeast Columbus
Updated: Friday, April 11 2014 4:53 PM EDT2014-04-11 20:53:21 GMT
The shooting occurred in the middle of the road as the school was preparing to dismiss for the day, according to district officials.
Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, have been shot on the grounds of an elementary school on the southeast side of the city Thursday afternoon.
Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, have been shot on the grounds of an elementary school on the southeast side of the city Thursday afternoon.

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Defense says bombing suspect's family key to case
Defense says bombing suspect's family key to case
Lawyers for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (joh-HAHR' tsahr-NEYE'-ehv) have told a judge that understanding their client's family is key to their case.
Lawyers for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev said Wednesday that understanding Tsarnaev's family is key to their case, offering a glimpse of the defense strategy as they prepare to defend him against...
Denver police eye 911 response time after killing
Denver police eye 911 response time after killing
Authorities are investigating whether Denver police responded quickly enough to a woman who was fatally shot nearly 15 minutes into a 911 call about her husband, who she said was hallucinating and asking her to...
Authorities were investigating Wednesday whether Denver police responded quickly enough to a woman who was fatally shot at least 12 minutes into a 911 call in which she said her husband was hallucinating and asking her to...
NYC police rolling back some counterterror efforts
NYC police rolling back some counterterror efforts
The New York Police Department's disbanding of a unit that spied on Muslim neighborhoods could be just the first step in a dismantling of some of the intelligence-gathering machinery it set up after 9/11.
The move by New York City's new police commissioner to disband a unit that spied on the everyday activities of Muslims could be just the first step in a dismantling of some of the huge post-9/11 intelligence-gathering...
Detroit still needs $350M from state lawmakers
Detroit still needs $350M from state lawmakers
Pressure is building for Michigan lawmakers to commit $350 million to Detroit pensions after the bankrupt city reached tentative agreements with pension funds and a retiree group.
Pressure was building Wednesday for Michigan lawmakers to commit $350 million to Detroit pensions, a day after the city reached tentative agreements with pension funds and a retiree group to reduce payouts.
Boston Marathon organizers confident of safe race
Boston Marathon organizers confident of safe race
Police stepped up patrols near the Boston Marathon finish line after a masked man walked in the street with a rice cooker in his backpack only hours after the city marked the anniversary of last year's deadly...
Police stepped up patrols near the Boston Marathon finish line after a masked man walked in the street with a rice cooker in his backpack only hours after the city marked the anniversary of last year's deadly bombing.
Armed robber was never told to report to prison
Armed robber was never told to report to prison
After he was convicted of armed robbery in 2000, Cornealious Anderson was sentenced to 13 years behind bars and told to await instructions on when and where to report to prison. But those instructions never came.
After he was convicted of armed robbery in 2000, Cornealious Anderson was sentenced to 13 years behind bars and told to await instructions on when and where to report to prison. But those instructions never came.
New SAT: What will those questions look like?
New SAT: What will those questions look like?
Anxious students - not to mention their parents - can get a heads-up for how the redesigned SAT might look in two years.
Calculate the foreign exchange rate a vacationing American would pay in India. Estimate from a random sample the number of 18- to 34-year olds who voted for a candidate. These are sample questions from the newly redesigned...
Bloomberg plans $50M gun control network
Bloomberg plans $50M gun control network
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to spend $50 million this year on a new group that will mix campaign contributions with field operations aimed at pulling 1 million gun-control supporters to the polls,...
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to spend $50 million this year on a new group that will mix campaign contributions with field operations aimed at pulling 1 million gun-control supporters to the polls, he...

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German Shepherd called to jury duty in New Jersey
German Shepherd called to jury duty in New Jersey
At least one prospective juror in New Jersey could take a bite out of crime.
At least one prospective juror in New Jersey could take a bite out of crime.
79-year-old player joins Dubuque elementary band
79-year-old player joins Dubuque elementary band
One member of the Kennedy Elementary School band in Dubuque brings a certain maturity to his playing.
One member of the Kennedy Elementary School band in Dubuque brings a certain maturity to his playing.
Nebraska toddler gets stuck inside claw machine
Nebraska toddler gets stuck inside claw machine
Authorities say a toddler has been reunited with his mother after employees found him playing inside a claw crane machine at a Nebraska bowling alley.
Authorities say a toddler has been reunited with his mother after employees found him playing inside a claw crane machine at a Nebraska bowling alley.
Obama cuts sentence with typo, plans more clemency
Obama cuts sentence with typo, plans more clemency
President Barack Obama is commuting the sentence of an inmate who got a longer prison sentence because of a typo.
President Barack Obama on Tuesday cut prison time for a drug convict sentenced to more than three extra years because of a typographical error in a court order.
Man with 1st name 'God' sues credit rating agency
Man with 1st name 'God' sues credit rating agency
A New York City man claims that a credit reporting agency falsely reported he had no financial history because his first name is God.
A New York City man claims that a credit reporting agency falsely reported he had no financial history because his first name is God.
Abandoned croc captured at California strip mall
Abandoned croc captured at California strip mall
This is one crocodile that didn't want to become a handbag.
This is one crocodile that didn't want to become a handbag.
Lawsuit: Male stripper did show at NY nursing home
Lawsuit: Male stripper did show at NY nursing home
A lawsuit claims an 85-year-old woman was subjected to an unwanted performance by a male stripper when she was living at a New York nursing home.
An 85-year-old nursing home patient was the victim of "disgraceful sexual perversion" when a male stripper gyrated in front of her against her will at the suburban New York facility, an attorney for the woman's family...
Police: Burglary suspects pocket-dialed 911
Police: Burglary suspects pocket-dialed 911
Two Minnesota burglary suspects are arrested after police say one of them accidentally called 911 and left the line open as the pair discussed the crime.
Two Minnesota burglary suspects are arrested after police say one of them accidentally called 911 and left the line open as the pair discussed the crime.

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Dog Shelter Administrator On Administrative Leave
Dog Shelter Administrator On Administrative Leave
County commissioners are investigating allegations of misconduct at the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
County commissioners are investigating allegations of misconduct at the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
Updated Forecast: April 16, 2014
Updated Forecast: April 16, 2014
Get the updated forecast from Storm Team 4's Bob Nunnally.
Get the updated forecast from Storm Team 4's Bob Nunnally.
Man Arrested After Allegedly Refusing To Lower Drone At Crash Scene
Man Arrested After Allegedly Refusing To Lower Drone At Crash Scene
A 31-year-old man was arrested after allegedly refusing to lower a camera drone to allow a medical helicopter to land at the scene of a crash in Clark County last weekend.
A 31-year-old man was arrested after allegedly refusing to lower a camera drone to allow a medical helicopter to land at the scene of a crash in Clark County last weekend.
Woman Attacked At Hilliard Gym Describes Ordeal, Recovery
Woman Attacked At Hilliard Gym Describes Ordeal, Recovery
On this cold, snowing April day, 25-year-old Rikki Whitaker made the short trip to the Columbus Division of Police Property Room to retrieve her belongings.
On this cold, snowing April day, 25-year-old Rikki Whitaker made the short trip to the Columbus Division of Police Property Room to retrieve her belongings.
Truck Delivering $6,000 Worth Of Ham Stolen
Truck Delivering $6,000 Worth Of Ham Stolen
A truck loaded with 100 hams went missing and may have been stolen.
Make A Difference Finalists Announced
Make A Difference Finalists Announced
The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Monday.
The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Monday.
Is 'Hangry' A Real Thing?
Is 'Hangry' A Real Thing?
A study from Ohio State shows that married couples are more likely to be angry when they're hungry – a state being called "hangry."
A study from Ohio State shows that married couples are more likely to be angry when they're hungry – a state being called "hangry."
Educating Youth About AIDS
Educating Youth About AIDS
There is a new push in the fight against AIDS -- and it can be a tough one to talk about.
There is a new push in the fight against AIDS -- and it can be a tough one to talk about.

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CPD: Suspect Posed As Officer, Attempted To Abduct Woman
CPD: Suspect Posed As Officer, Attempted To Abduct Woman
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 10:29 AM EDT2014-04-16 14:29:08 GMT
A woman told Columbus police a man posing as an officer stopped her on an east Columbus street and told her to get into the back seat of his vehicle.
Columbus police officers arrested a man suspected of posing as an officer while attempting to abduct a woman early Wednesday morning.
Columbus police officers arrested a man suspected of posing as an officer while attempting to abduct a woman early Wednesday morning.
39 Indicted In Ongoing Marion Drug Trafficking Investigation
39 Indicted In Ongoing Marion Drug Trafficking Investigation
Updated: Friday, April 11 2014 2:15 PM EDT2014-04-11 18:15:38 GMT
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More than three dozen people are now facing charges as a result of a large-scale investigation focusing on drug trafficking and possession in Marion.
More than three dozen people are now facing charges as a result of a large-scale investigation focusing on drug trafficking and possession in Marion.
Truck Delivering $6,000 Worth Of Ham Stolen
Truck Delivering $6,000 Worth Of Ham Stolen
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:57 AM EDT2014-04-16 10:57:29 GMT
A truck carrying $6,000 worth of HoneyBaked Ham products was reported stolen Saturday. The empty truck was recovered Tuesday.
A truck loaded with 100 hams, worth about $6,000, was stolen in Columbus Saturday.
A truck loaded with 100 hams, worth about $6,000, was stolen in Columbus Saturday.
8-Year-Old Shot While Riding In A Vehicle Dies
8-Year-Old Shot While Riding In A Vehicle Dies
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 4:19 PM EDT2014-04-15 20:19:09 GMT
The 8-year-old boy who was shot while riding in a car in east Columbus has died.
The 8-year-old boy who was shot in the head while riding in a vehicle in an east Columbus neighborhood on April 10 has died.
The 8-year-old boy who was shot in the head while riding in a vehicle in an east Columbus neighborhood on April 10 has died.
Shelter Volunteer Responds To Allegations Against Director
Shelter Volunteer Responds To Allegations Against Director
Updated: Wednesday, April 16 2014 8:48 AM EDT2014-04-16 12:48:38 GMT
The Franklin County Board of Commissioners is investigating accusations of misconduct at the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
The Franklin County Board of Commissioners is investigating accusations of misconduct at the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
NBC4 Announces Finalists In Make A Difference School Grant
NBC4 Announces Finalists In Make A Difference School Grant
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:44 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:44:05 GMT
NBC4 is helping make a difference for Central Ohio Schools and their students. The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Tuesday.
NBC4 is helping make a difference for Central Ohio Schools and their students. The nine finalists in the NBC4 Make A Difference School Grant were announced Tuesday.
Franklin County Dog Shelter Director Placed On Leave
Franklin County Dog Shelter Director Placed On Leave
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 9:58 PM EDT2014-04-16 01:58:39 GMT
The director of the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is on administrative leave, while the county investigates allegations of wrongdoing.
The director of the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is on administrative leave, while the county investigates allegations of wrongdoing.
Ohio State Study Proves 'Hangry' Is A Real Emotion
Ohio State Study Proves 'Hangry' Is A Real Emotion
Updated: Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:36 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:36:59 GMT
A quick candy bar may stave off more than hunger. It could prevent major fights between husbands and wives, at least if a new study that used voodoo dolls is right.
A quick candy bar may stave off more than hunger. It could prevent major fights between husbands and wives, at least if a new study that used voodoo dolls is right.