Down syndrome abortion ban clears House committee
A proposal to ban abortions based on a diagnosis of Down syndrome has cleared an Ohio legislative panel over the objections of abortion-rights groups.
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CBJ 5, Sabres 1
Seth Jones had a goal and an assist for Columbus to help the Blue Jackets beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-1.
Nets 112, Cavs 107
The Brooklyn Nets overcame LeBron James’ first triple-double of the season to beat the Cavaliers 112-107.
107 homicides in Columbus is 10-year high
The murder rate in Columbus has hit a 10-year high following an eruption of violence which has seen four people killed and two more injured in less than 24 hours.
Bill to loosen concealed-carry penalty passes House
The Ohio House has approved a bill that would cut the penalties for concealed-carry permit holders who don’t tell police they have a weapon when they’re detained by authorities.
Westerville man leads guilty to threatening Stivers
A Westerville man faces up to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening a Congressman.
Cavs win with LeBron at point guard
James made a rare start in the backcourt and finished with 34 points and 13 assists as the Cavaliers earned a 119-112 win over the Bulls.
Woman indicted in 12-year-old’s overdose death
A woman has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter and child-endangering charges in the death of a 12-year-old boy who authorities say died from a fentanyl overdose during a sleepover at her Ohio apartment.
Police try to discourage non-emergency calls to 911
Columbus police are reminding residents: Save the 911 emergency phone number for real emergencies, not botched fast-food orders or barking dogs.
OSU to don special unis for Penn St.
The Buckeyes will be wearing special uniforms for Saturday’s Big Ten East Division showdown with Penn State.