One of the last lesbian bars in the United States is bringing its pizza and LGBTQ-friendly atmosphere to the University District. Slammies on High, the pizza shop companion to downtown bar Slammers, will open its doors to customers in mid-February. Its location on the southern edge of Ohio State University’s campus is intentional, owner Carson Nethers said; they want to be an answer for students and others looking for an openly queer community space. https://nbc4i.co/3j291v3

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A Columbus childcare center is without its buses after at least three people vandalized them. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3WUS6IM

In response to Thursday's incident at a Pickerington junior high school, C3 Church is opening its doors for the community to begin the healing process Friday.

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An 18-year-old has been arrested for allegedly placing cameras in public bathrooms at a YMCA and a regional Ohio State University campus. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3Dye6SQ

A former Columbus police officer will spend nine years in prison for conspiring to traffic drugs. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3RrqtWs

The IRS is now open for business, accepting 2022 returns. And while the deadline to file is more than two months away, on April 18, tax experts say filers should get it done as soon as possible. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3RIYe65

Ohio's auditor office hit a milestone on Thursday: 100 convictions for fraud and corruption since 2019, and $18.3 million dollars issued in findings for recovery in the past four years. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3HwZQLq

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This video discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24/7. To reach the 24/7 Crisis Text Helpline, text 4HOPE to 741741. Students were evacuated Thursday morning from a junior high school after an adult died by suicide on campus. READ MORE: https://nbc4i.co/3Y0mVNp