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Malaysia Loses Contact With Plane Carrying 239

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Malaysia Airlines said Saturday it lost contact with a plane carrying 239 people on its way from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing and search and rescue teams were trying to locate the aircraft.Flight MH370 lost contact with the Subang air traffic control near Kuala Lumpur at 2:40 a.m. Saturday (18:40 GMT Friday).The flight was operated on the Boeing 777-200 aircraft. It departed Kuala Lumpur at 12:41 a.m. Saturday (16:41 GMT Friday) and was expected to land in Beijing at 6:30 a.m. Saturday (22:30 GMT ... More>>

13 Confirmed Mumps Cases At OSU, Health Officials Say

Health officials say 13 OSU students are ill with the mumps.

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The mumps outbreak at Ohio State University has now grown to 13 confirmed cases. More>>

4 Arrests Made During Operation Take A Number In Marion County

Drug raids were conducted at four Marion County homes Friday morning.

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Fifty law enforcement officials from Delaware, Richland, and Marion counties teamed up to conduct Operation Take A Number, a drug raid, early Friday morning in Marion County. More>>

2 Arrested During Drug Sweep In Southeast Columbus

Two people were arrested following a drug sweep at a southeast Columbus home Friday morning.

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Two people were arrested from a southeast Columbus home Friday morning on suspicions of drug activity. More>>

Troopers Cracking Down On Commercial Vehicles Due To Increase In Crashes

Troopers say there has been an increase in crashes involving commerical vehicles in 2014.

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The Ohio State Highway Patrol is working hard on the roads after crunching some dangerous numbers. More>>

Natural Gas Explosion Damages South Linden Home

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A South Linden home was damaged by a fire caused by a natural gas explosion Friday afternoon. More>>

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Police: 1 Killed In West Columbus Shooting
Police: 1 Killed In West Columbus Shooting
Updated: Saturday, March 8 2014 5:40 AM EST2014-03-08 10:40:43 GMT
A man is dead after a shooting early Saturday morning and police say it was an accident.
A man is dead after a shooting early Saturday morning and police say it was an accident.
A man is dead after a shooting early Saturday morning and police say it was an accident.
CCS Students Account For Nearly 1/3 Punished For 'Fake Guns' In School
CCS Students Account For Nearly 1/3 Punished For 'Fake Guns' In School
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 5:19 PM EST2014-03-07 22:19:26 GMT
Columbus City School students account for nearly 1/3 of the students who get in trouble for using 'fake guns' in school.
A “fake” or “look-a-like” gun in school recently earned a Columbus fifth-grader suspended for three days. In his case, the fake gun was made using his index finger and thumb, held in the shape of a gun.
A “fake” or “look-a-like” gun in school recently earned a Columbus fifth-grader suspended for three days. In his case, the fake gun was made using his index finger and thumb, held in the shape of a gun.
Prosecutor Says He Is Preparing For Trial Regarding Heath H.S. Incident
Prosecutor Says He Is Preparing For Trial Regarding Heath H.S. Incident
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 6:03 PM EST2014-03-07 23:03:35 GMT
Licking County Prosecutor Kenneth Oswalt says the investigation into an alleged assault on basketball players at Heath High School is ongoing.
Licking County Prosecutor Kenneth Oswalt says the investigation into an alleged assault on basketball players at Heath High School is ongoing.
DeWine Hospitalized For Vertigo Incident
DeWine Hospitalized For Vertigo Incident
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 6:06 PM EST2014-03-07 23:06:11 GMT
Mike DeWine
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine was taken to a Cincinnati-area hospital after collapsing during a speaking engagement on Friday.
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine was taken to a Cincinnati-area hospital after collapsing during a speaking engagement on Friday.
Central Ohio Citizens Group Opposes Proposed Zoo Levy
Central Ohio Citizens Group Opposes Proposed Zoo Levy
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 5:39 PM EST2014-03-07 22:39:58 GMT
A proposed levy for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is receiving push-back from a Central Ohio organization.
A proposed levy for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is receiving push-back from a Central Ohio organization.
Libertarians await word on making Ohio's ballot
Libertarians await word on making Ohio's ballot
Two Libertarian candidates for statewide office in Ohio are awaiting word from the state elections chief on whether they'll make the May 6 primary ballot.
Two Libertarian candidates for statewide office in Ohio are awaiting word from the state elections chief on whether they'll make the May 6 primary ballot.
Man Accused Of Killing Pizza Delivery Woman Pleads Not Guilty
Man Accused Of Killing Pizza Delivery Woman Pleads Not Guilty
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 4:01 PM EST2014-03-07 21:01:17 GMT
Adam Burris
The Guernsey County man accused of raping and killing a female pizza delivery driver pleaded not guilty during his arraignment Friday morning.
The Guernsey County man accused of raping and killing a female pizza delivery driver pleaded not guilty during his arraignment Friday morning.
Government orders Graco to explain recall
Government orders Graco to explain recall
The federal government is ordering child seat maker Graco to explain why it didn't include 1.8 million infant seats in a recall for faulty buckles.
The federal government's road safety watchdog is ordering child seat maker Graco to explain why it didn't include 1.8 million infant seats in a recent recall for faulty buckles. The company says it will comply with...

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Tea party challengers struggle to continue success
Tea party challengers struggle to continue success
By THOMAS BEAUMONT Associated Press Four years after the tea party rocked the political world by ousting several prominent Republicans in Congress, the ultra-conservative movement finds itself...
By THOMAS BEAUMONT Associated Press Four years after the tea party rocked the political world by ousting several prominent Republicans in Congress, the ultra-conservative movement finds itself with...
Officer says US general sexually assaulted her
Officer says US general sexually assaulted her
Defense lawyers for an Amy general facing sexual assault charges say his accuser's testimony gave them plenty to challenge as they prepare to cross-examine her on Monday.
Defense lawyers for an Amy general facing sexual assault charges say his accuser's testimony gave them plenty to challenge as they prepare to cross-examine her on Monday.
Sheila MacRae of 'Honeymooners' fame dies at 92
Sheila MacRae of 'Honeymooners' fame dies at 92
Sheila MacRae starred on the Broadway stage and in films, yet it was her small-screen role as the tolerant and brassy wife of a Brooklyn bus driver for which she is most remembered.
Sheila MacRae starred on the Broadway stage and in films, yet it was her small-screen role as the tolerant and brassy wife of a Brooklyn bus driver for which she is most remembered.
Daylight saving time: Move clocks ahead 1 hour
Daylight saving time: Move clocks ahead 1 hour
Winter has dragged on in much of the country, but here's a sign spring is close at hand: Daylight saving time arrives this weekend.
Winter has dragged on in much of the country, but here's a sign spring is close at hand: Daylight saving time arrives this weekend.
Mom accused of driving into surf goes before judge
Mom accused of driving into surf goes before judge
A pregnant South Carolina woman pointed to the ocean, locked the doors and rolled up the windows, telling her three children she was "trying to take them to a better place" as she drove her minivan into the surf,...
A pregnant South Carolina woman pointed to the ocean, locked the doors and rolled up the windows, telling her three children she was "trying to take them to a better place" as she drove her minivan into the surf,...
Actress Sheila MacRae of 'Honeymooners' dies at 92
Actress Sheila MacRae of 'Honeymooners' dies at 92
The veteran stage, film and TV performer best known for playing Alice Kramden in the 1960s re-creation of "The Honeymooners" has died. Sheila MacRae was 92.
Sheila MacRae, a veteran stage, film and TV performer best known for playing Alice Kramden in the 1960s re-creation of "The Honeymooners," has died. She was 92.
Officer says US general sexually assaulted her
Officer says US general sexually assaulted her
Opening statements were set to begin Friday in the court-martial of an Army general accused of sexually assaulting a captain under his command with whom he had a three-year affair.
An Army captain at the center of a sexual assault case that has scandalized the U.S. military testified Friday that a general twice forced her to perform oral sex on him during their three-year, illicit affair.
4 couples sue Indiana over same-sex marriage ban
4 couples sue Indiana over same-sex marriage ban
Four gay couples from southern Indiana sued the state Friday, seeking to force Indiana to recognize same-sex marriages from out of state and issue licenses to same-sex couples.
Four gay couples from southern Indiana sued the state Friday, seeking to force Indiana to recognize same-sex marriages from out of state and issue licenses to same-sex couples.

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2 Arrested During Drug Sweep In Southeast Columbus
2 Arrested During Drug Sweep In Southeast Columbus
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 11:28 AM EST2014-03-07 16:28:37 GMT
Two people were arrested following a drug sweep at a southeast Columbus home Friday morning.
Two people were arrested from a southeast Columbus home Friday morning on suspicions of drug activity.
Two people were arrested from a southeast Columbus home Friday morning on suspicions of drug activity.
4 Arrests Made During Operation Take A Number In Marion County
4 Arrests Made During Operation Take A Number In Marion County
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 1:30 PM EST2014-03-07 18:30:33 GMT
Drug raids were conducted at four Marion County homes Friday morning.
Fifty law enforcement officials from Delaware, Richland, and Marion counties teamed up to conduct Operation Take A Number, a drug raid, early Friday morning in Marion County.
Fifty law enforcement officials from Delaware, Richland, and Marion counties teamed up to conduct Operation Take A Number, a drug raid, early Friday morning in Marion County.
EXTRA: List Of Calamity Days Left For Local Schools
EXTRA: List Of Calamity Days Left For Local Schools
Updated: Wednesday, March 5 2014 6:36 PM EST2014-03-05 23:36:12 GMT
With an onslaught on winter weather this season, many schools are close to using up all their calamity days.
With an onslaught on winter weather this season, many schools are close to using up all their calamity days.
9 OSU Students Diagnosed With Mumps
9 OSU Students Diagnosed With Mumps
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 8:53 AM EST2014-03-07 13:53:40 GMT
Seven students at The Ohio State University have been diagnosed with mumps.
Seven students at The Ohio State University have been diagnosed with mumps.
Seven students at The Ohio State University have been diagnosed with mumps.
Letter From 2005 Finally Delivered
Letter From 2005 Finally Delivered
Updated: Thursday, March 6 2014 4:39 PM EST2014-03-06 21:39:20 GMT
A letter – lost in the mail for eight years – was finally delivered this week.
A letter – lost in the mail for more than eight years – was finally delivered this week.
A letter – lost in the mail for more than eight years – was finally delivered this week.
Child Shoots Himself In The Hand In Reynoldsburg, Police Say
Child Shoots Himself In The Hand In Reynoldsburg, Police Say
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 10:14 AM EST2014-03-07 15:14:15 GMT
A child was hospitalized Friday morning after he allegedly shot himself in the hand.
Reynoldsburg police say a child has been hospitalized after he allegedly shot himself in the hand Friday morning.
Reynoldsburg police say a child has been hospitalized after he allegedly shot himself in the hand Friday morning.
Man Accused Of Using Hidden Camera To Record Girl
Man Accused Of Using Hidden Camera To Record Girl
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 8:30 AM EST2014-03-07 13:30:53 GMT
Andrew Bialek, 23
A Columbus man is accused of using a hidden camera to record a young girl using the bathroom and undressing.
A Columbus man is accused of using a hidden camera to record a young girl using the bathroom and undressing.
Suspect Fired At Vehicle Exiting Bar Parking Lot, CPD Says
Suspect Fired At Vehicle Exiting Bar Parking Lot, CPD Says
Updated: Friday, March 7 2014 8:11 AM EST2014-03-07 13:11:56 GMT
Columbus police say a male suspect shot at two men in a vehicle as they were leaving a west side bar early Friday morning.
Columbus police detectives say gunshots were fired outside a west Columbus bar early Friday morning.
Columbus police detectives say gunshots were fired outside a west Columbus bar early Friday morning.

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SLIDESHOW: Letter Delivered 8 Years Late
Letter Delivered 8 Years Late
A letter – lost in the mail for more than eight years – was finally delivered this week.
A letter – lost in the mail for more than eight years – was finally delivered this week.
SLIDESHOW: Forecast By Looking At The Clouds
SLIDESHOW: Forecast By Looking At The Clouds
Find out how you can tell the weather just by looking at the clouds.
Find out how you can tell the weather just by looking at the clouds.
SLIDESHOW: Guess The Celebrity Beard
SLIDESHOW: Guess The Celebrity Beard
We show you a beard, you guess which celebrity it belongs to!
We show you a beard, you guess which celebrity it belongs to!
Train Derails Near U.S. 42 In Delaware
Train Derails Near U.S. 42 In Delaware
Updated: Wednesday, March 5 2014 8:33 AM EST2014-03-05 13:33:52 GMT
A train derailed in Delaware County Tuesday afternoon, closing a portion of a local road.
A train carrying grain derailed near U.S. 42 in Delaware County Tuesday afternoon.
A train carrying grain derailed near U.S. 42 in Delaware County Tuesday afternoon.
7 Indicted In Scam That Targeted Elderly Ohioans
7 Indicted In Scam That Targeted Elderly Ohioans
Updated: Tuesday, March 4 2014 3:28 PM EST2014-03-04 20:28:05 GMT
Charles Kuhn
Seven people were indicted Tuesday in connection with an organized scam that targeted elderly victims in Ohio.
Seven people were indicted Tuesday in connection with an organized scam that targeted elderly victims in Ohio.
8 Accused In 61 Cell Phone Store Burglaries In Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky
8 Accused In 61 Cell Phone Store Burglaries In Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky
Updated: Monday, March 3 2014 3:54 PM EST2014-03-03 20:54:33 GMT
A group of eight people are facing felony charges for what investigators believe are at least 61 related cell phone store break-ins in Central Ohio, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
A group of eight people are facing felony charges for what investigators believe are at least 61 related cell phone store break-ins in Central Ohio, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
A group of eight people are facing felony charges for what investigators believe are at least 61 related cell phone store break-ins in Central Ohio, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.

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Cookbook returned to library after 21-plus years
Cookbook returned to library after 21-plus years
More than two decades after a cookbook was checked out of a Kansas library, it's just now been returned.
More than two decades after a cookbook was checked out of a Kansas library, it's just now been returned.
NYC artists live on 'human hamster wheel'
NYC artists live on 'human hamster wheel'
Ever feel like you're on a big hamster wheel and you can't get off?
Ever feel like you're on a big hamster wheel and you can't get off?
German court: implants no impediment to police job
German court: implants no impediment to police job
A German court has ruled that a prospective Berlin police recruit's breast implants cannot legally be used as grounds to keep her off the force.
A German court has ruled that a prospective Berlin police recruit's breast implants cannot legally be used as grounds to keep her off the force.
Airline: Iraq stops landing over official's son
Airline: Iraq stops landing over official's son
Lebanon's national airline says Iraqi authorities denied permission for its plane to land in Baghdad after a son of an Iraqi minister missed the flight.
Iraqi authorities on Thursday denied permission to a plane belonging to Lebanon's national carrier to land in Baghdad after a son of an Iraqi minister missed the flight, Middle East Airline said in a statement.
Fortune cookie turns Bronx woman into millionaire
Fortune cookie turns Bronx woman into millionaire
A 75-year-old New York woman found her fortune in a cookie.
A 75-year-old New York woman found her fortune in a cookie.
NY Times prints Northup correction 161 years later
NY Times prints Northup correction 161 years later
The New York Times has printed a correction for misspelling 161 years ago the name of a free black man who was sold into slavery and whose memoirs were turned into the Oscar-winning movie "12 Years a Slave."
The New York Times has printed a correction for misspelling 161 years ago the name of a black man who was sold into slavery and whose memoirs were turned into the Oscar-winning movie "12 Years a Slave."
City to strike ban on being willfully annoying
City to strike ban on being willfully annoying
It's soon expected to be OK to be willfully annoying in Grand Rapids.
It's soon expected to be OK to be willfully annoying in Grand Rapids.
California gold discovery spurs rush of theories
California gold discovery spurs rush of theories
Word last week that a Northern California couple found $10 million in gold coins while walking their dog has set off a Gold Rush of theories over who left behind all that loot.
Word last week that a Northern California couple found $10 million in gold coins while walking their dog has set off a Gold Rush of theories over who left behind all that loot.