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Three Columbus men sentenced in 2023 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Imperial Stewart
Three Columbus men on their way to prison after being sentenced to prison Friday for their roles in the 2023 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Imperial Stewart. Michael T. Bowles, 23, Mi'Quel Bowles, 21, and Russell Hargrove-Madison, 19, all pleaded guilty to charges connected to Stewart's death. "His future was stolen from him," said Stewart's aunt as she spoke to a packed courtroom. "His absent felt every day." The teen was found shot to death in October 2023, 13 days after he was last seen.
Three Columbus men sentenced in 2023 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Imperial Stewart
Three Columbus men on their way to prison after being sentenced to prison Friday for their roles in the 2023 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Imperial Stewart. Michael T. Bowles, 23, Mi’Quel Bowles, 21, and Russell Hargrove-Madison, 19, all pleaded guilty to charges connected to Stewart’s death. "His future was stolen from him," said Stewart's aunt as she spoke to a packed courtroom. "His absent felt every day." The teen was found shot to death in October 2023, 13 days after he was last seen.
Columbus police release few details after shots fired at southwest apartment complex
Columbus police are releasing few details about what led up to an exchange of gunfire Wednesday morning at a southwest apartment complex. Jordan Stewart said the violence unfolded at Hartford Village Commons after he noticed two people pointing a flashlight into his SUV shortly before 5 a.m. on Cinna Drive. Stewart said he confronted the two people because he was unsure what they were doing at his vehicle.
Pataskala mom turns three-year-old son’s Spider-Man passion into hope after daycare abuse
PATASKALA, Ohio (WSYX) — A Pataskala mother is working to help her 3-year-old son reclaim a normal childhood a year after he was abused by a daycare worker — and she’s turning his love of Spider-Man into a new source of hope for their family. Taylor Pineda said her son, Samuel, has faced ongoing challenges since the abuse. “It’s been a little rough, he’s been going to therapy, it’s rough getting his sleep schedule together,” Pineda said.
More than 3,000 voters a day have cast ballots at Franklin County early voting center
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — More than 3,000 people a day have been walking into the Franklin County Early Voting Center on Morse Road to cast their ballots, with elections officials expecting lines to keep growing as Election Day gets closer. Since the doors opened in North Columbus last week, 12,500 voters have voted early — three times the number compared to the same time four years ago. About 3,000 voters have cast ballots each day so far; in 2022, that number was around 1,000.
6 suspected car thieves arrested after police say they left running car behind in Dublin
Fri, October 9, 2026 at 4:23 PM 6 suspected car thieves arrested after police say they left running car behind in Dublin (WSYX file photo) DUBLIN, Ohio (WSYX) — A suspected car theft attempt in a Dublin neighborhood ended with six arrests after police said the suspects fled and left behind a running vehicle with a cloned key fob inside. John Mangiola said he keeps a close eye on traffic near his home while working outside. “A lot of people cut through the street," he said.
Alleged gunman wanted in double shooting, that killed one, still being sought by police
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police still searching for a man accused in a double shooting outside a lounge in East Columbus that killed one man and left another critically wounded. The shooting happened Sunday in the parking lot of a lounge on Barnett Road, across the street from Lawrence Hall’s home. Hall said he has had a “front row seat” to activity in the neighborhood for years, including unsettling encounters.
Alleged gunman wanted in double shooting, that killed one, still being sought by police
Columbus police still searching for a man accused in a double shooting outside a lounge in East Columbus that killed one man and left another critically wounded. The shooting happened Sunday in the parking lot of a lounge on Barnett Road, across the street from Lawrence Hall’s home. Hall said he has had a “front row seat” to activity in the neighborhood for years, including unsettling encounters.
Columbus man killed in Hilltop shooting, as city sees a spike in deadly violence
October is off to a deadly start in Columbus, as police respond to a rash of violence that claimed the lives of at least five people within the past several days. Gunfire in Columbus’ Hilltop neighborhood Tuesday night left 53-year-old Cedric Cole dead, as neighbors said they are still waiting for answers and an arrest.
Columbus man enters pleas in death of missing Indiana teen found buried in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A 39-year-old man accused in the killing of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee was arraigned in federal court on a nine-count indictment tied to her death, as prosecutors wait to learn if the death penalty will be added to three charges. Thomas was not in the courtroom when his defense team entered not guilty pleas during a Monday arraignment.
Thousands expected on Columbus’ High Street for Hops on High, HighBall Halloween Saturday
Thousands of people are expected to spill onto High Street on Saturday to celebrate hops and Halloween, with two major Short North events happening the same day for the first time: Hops on High and High Ball Halloween.
Columbus man accused of firing gun while driving car, barely missing sleeping child
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Columbus man accused of firing gun while driving car, barely missing sleeping child
A 30-year-old Columbus man is being held in the Franklin County jail on a $2.5 million bond after police said he drove erratically through Perry Township and fired gunshots from his truck in what investigators described as a random shooting. Matthew Ball did not speak in court as he faced allegations, he shot at homes and cars Sept. 14 driving through Worthington Hills. Neighbors called 911 about the reported gunfire and after Ball allegedly crashed his vehicle in a condo complex.
KKK-linked hate flyers scattered overnight in Clintonville, Worthington neighborhoods
Flyers claiming to be from the Ku Klux Klan were scattered overnight in parts of Clintonville and Worthington, in neighborhoods and near schools, alarming residents and prompting community leaders to denounce what they described as hateful propaganda. Simon Buehrer said he found hate-filled flyers and cards Tuesday morning in his Clintonville neighborhood.
KKK-linked hate flyers scattered overnight in Clintonville, Worthington neighborhoods
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Flyers claiming to be from the Ku Klux Klan were scattered overnight in parts of Clintonville and Worthington, in neighborhoods and near schools, alarming residents and prompting community leaders to denounce what they described as hateful propaganda. Simon Buehrer said he found hate-filled flyers and cards Tuesday morning in his Clintonville neighborhood.
Months after I-71 crash killed family, grieving relatives staying away from trial
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Nearly six months after a fiery crash on Interstate 71 near the Tanger Outlets in Delaware County killed his sister, her husband and their young son, Jesse Mallen said he is still struggling to accept the loss as the truck driver accused of causing the wreck stands trial. “We are still very much in the process of grieving,” Mallen said.
Humans Are Reading Your ChatGPT Chats, New Class Action Claims
▼ Allegations Only · No Settlement Yet This article describes a class action complaint. The statements below are unproven allegations. OpenAI has not been found liable, there is no certified class, and nothing to claim at this time. This page is informational and is not legal advice. Most people who type into ChatGPT assume they are talking to a machine. A new federal lawsuit says that for millions of conversations, a person at another company was reading along afterward. Vredenburgh v.
Short North business owner seeks more security after vandals destroy sign for third time
A Short North business owner is asking for more security after vandals tore down and shattered his storefront sign over the weekend, marking the third time his business has been victimized in two years. The welcome sign at Sun Studio Tan on North High Street is now gone. Owner Joey Anthony said he cannot afford to make the repairs. “It’s unfortunate there won’t be a sign out there anytime soon," he said. "I can’t afford to replace it right now. “Stop it, grow up, I guess.
Perry Township police investigate reported gunfire in neighborhood after crash injures one
Tue, September 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM Updated Tue, September 15, 2026 at 7:08 PM Perry Township police investigate reported gunfire in neighborhood after crash injures one (WSYX) COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Police in Perry Township are investigating reports that someone fired a gun from a moving car in the Worthington Hills neighborhood before the vehicle crashed, leaving the driver injured in the wreck.
Columbus covers Flock cameras as officer is probed for alleged license plate reader misuse
License plate reader cameras across Columbus have been covered as the city investigates allegations that a police officer misused the system to run hundreds of searches unrelated to law enforcement business. The officer, Melvin Tellis, who is assigned to Columbus City Council’s security detail, is accused of using the Flock license plate reader system hundreds of times to check a license plate not connected to law enforcement work.
OSU students take precautions after reports of a driver committing lewd acts off-campus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police are searching for a man, who reportedly has been seen driving in the off-campus area, allegedly committing lewd sex acts, near female students. Ohio State students says the incidents have happened near off-campus Greek housing by Indianola and East 15th avenues. “He's just been doing some wild sexual stuff,” said OSU student Natalie Jasinski.
OSU students take precautions after reports of a driver committing lewd acts off-campus
Columbus police are searching for a man, who reportedly has been seen driving in the off-campus area, allegedly committing lewd sex acts, near female students. Ohio State students says the incidents have happened near off-campus Greek housing by Indianola and East 15th avenues. “He's just been doing some wild sexual stuff,” said OSU student Natalie Jasinski.
Columbus police to expand nonfatal shooting program to West Side after North Side gains
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police and city leaders are expanding a specialized police team focused on solving non-fatal shootings on the city’s West Side, an effort officials say has already helped reduce gun violence and boost case clearance rates in several neighborhoods. In South Linden, Don Diegroy spent Tuesday sweeping up a shopping plaza parking lot and said he has seen conditions improve as police put more focus on solving non-fatal shootings.
Woman says she was hit six times as bullets flew with Columbus officers right beside her
Two cousins who were shot Monday night in east Columbus are still recovering in the hospital, including one woman who said she was hit six times as gunfire erupted while Columbus Police officers were right next to her. Tierra said she was in the Milo-Grogan neighborhood on Gibbard Ave. Monday night when shots were fired at her and police officers.
Columbus police find body while investigating downtown stabbing
Columbus police investigating a stabbing Tuesday morning discovered a body outside a building near East Gay Street and North Fourth Street, as people were headed to work downtown. Crime scene tape surrounded the Continental Tower as officers and the Franklin County coroner investigated a stabbing and suspicious death. Police said the stabbing victim was rushed to the hospital, but the person’s condition was not released.
Columbus police find body while investigating downtown stabbing
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police investigating a stabbing Tuesday morning discovered a body outside a building near East Gay Street and North Fourth Street, as people were headed to work downtown. Crime scene tape surrounded the Continental Tower as officers and the Franklin County coroner investigated a stabbing and suspicious death. Police said the stabbing victim was rushed to the hospital, but the person’s condition was not released.
Columbus man charged with groping 2 women near Ohio State; students question alerts
OSU students living in Columbus' University District are questioning why they weren't alerted sooner after a man was accused of sexually assaulting two women near Ohio State University's campus within days of each other. Brandon Thompson, 33, stood silent in court Friday morning. He is accused of sexually assaulting two women this week in incidents that happened near campus but not on OSU property.
Columbus man jailed, accused of sexually assaulting 2 women near OSU campus within days
A 33-year-old Columbus man is accused of sexually assaulting two women within days of each other near Ohio State University’s campus, including an attack on a jogger Thursday morning near North High Street and East 12th Ave. Columbus police discovered a car parked at the Tuttle Recreation Center that investigators believed was connected to the woman who was assaulted about 7:30 a.m. Thursday while out on a morning run in the area.
A decade after South Linden couple shot to death in car, families still wait for arrest
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Ten years after a young couple was found shot inside a parked car in a South Linden alley, their families are still waiting for an arrest and urging the shooter to come forward. Tyresha Cody, 25, and her boyfriend, TreMalik Russell, 21, were discovered shot in a parked car in an alley in South Linden on Aug. 12, 2016. Russell died at the scene, and Cody died the next day. “They took something that's precious of mine, that's my first born,” Cody's mom Zawata Cody said.
South Columbus cleans up after severe storm leaves trail of damage
Residents across South Columbus are cleaning up after severe storms moved through the area Tuesday, leaving behind downed trees, damaged homes and debris scattered across several neighborhoods. At the Columbus Pawn Shop off Parsons Ave., bricks, broken glass and fallen trees covered the sidewalk. The business's awning was left hanging by just a few bolts. Carl McGinnis, who lives about a block away, said the damage was unlike anything he had seen during his 60 years in Columbus. “Total devastation.
South Columbus cleans up after severe storm leaves trail of damage
Residents across South Columbus are cleaning up after severe storms moved through the area Tuesday, leaving behind downed trees, damaged homes and debris. (WSYX)
High winds topple tree onto power lines, close North Scioto Street in Circleville
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — Powerful winds tore through Pickaway County just hours ago, toppling trees and power lines and forcing road closures in Circleville. A section of North Scioto Street was closed to traffic after a huge tree fell onto power lines. Crews were at the scene late this afternoon working to clear the damage. A utility pole behind a home also snapped in two. Nearby, heavy branches were found snapped near the Pickaway County Library in Circleville.
Columbus group to demand removal of license plate readers at City Council hearing Monday
A Columbus community group plans to demand the city remove automatic license plate reader cameras during a public hearing Monday as City Council seeks answers about how the surveillance equipment is used and how data is shared. City Council members are set to hold the hearing to question Columbus police and the operators of the Flock Safety cameras about what is being done to prevent private and personal information from getting into the wrong hands.
Dozens of cars broken into in north Columbus, leaving upset owners to clean up mess
Residents in north Columbus woke up early Thursday morning to find dozens of vehicles with shattered windows, leaving some car owners cleaning up broken glass and scrambling to figure out what happened. Mason Joi spent the morning removing broken glass after his Subaru was broken into in front of his north Columbus home. “My car is a mess, they didn't really take anything,” he said. “They did rummage through my quarters, which I use when I shop at Aldi's.
Columbus police seek suspect in COTA bus assault, stroller kicked with baby inside
Columbus police are asking for the public's help identifying a female suspect, believed to be a teenager, accused of attacking a COTA bus passenger and then kicking a stroller with a baby inside. Investigators said the assault happened Tuesday, July 21, shortly before 5:30 p.m. near Olde Towne East. Police said the suspect was seated in the back of the bus with two other people when passengers reported they began causing a disturbance.
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