Gas and diesel prices are surging across Ohio, with diesel reaching a record $6.48 per gallon. We look at what's driving the increase and how higher fuel costs could affect everything from trucking to airline schedules and ticket prices. 10TV's Libby Cathey reports on the outlook on fuel prices.

(7:21-11:17) Possible changes in ICE monitoring for Haitians

A Haitian pastor has been released from ICE detention as uncertainty continues for Haitians in Springfield following changes to Temporary Protected Status. We examine a potential shift from ankle monitors to phone-based monitoring and the challenges facing people in the community. 10TV's Kristen McFarland examines what's changing and what isn't.

(11:17-17:23) Buckeyes Weekend Preview

We look ahead to the Buckeyes' upcoming game against Kent State and discuss what to watch for during the weekend's Ohio State action. Tyvis Powell from 97.1 the Fan joins to talk about how the Buckeyes can come back from their loss against Texas last weekend.

(17:54-25:57) National Tradesman Day

We mark National Tradesman Day with Columbus State's Lynn Giese, the Chair of Design, Construction and Trades, discussing education and training opportunities for people interested in skilled trades. The conversation also explores demand for trade careers and advice for students and parents considering those paths.

(26:12-34:55)  Parklet coming to the University District this weekend

What would Columbus look like with fewer cars? We discuss a temporary parklet being built on 15th Avenue during Ohio State football weekend and how the project is intended to encourage conversation about pedestrian, cyclist and street safety following two cyclist deaths in the University District. Kaleb Duarte, a senior architectural student at OSU, talks about the methods to make public spaces more shareable for all forms of transportation. 

(35:10-43:15) First and 10 along with more Buckeye predictions

10TV's Nicole Shearin joins to talk about week five of high school football and also give her thoughts on the Buckeyes as they head into the Kent State game at the Shoe. 

(43:30-45:00) Lenny Kravitz Becomes a Kenbassador

Lenny Kravitz is the latest celebrity honored in Barbie's Kenbassadors collection. We take a look at the new collectible doll inspired by Kravitz's music and signature style, which celebrates Ken's 65th anniversary.

(45:01-47:15) The Black Forager's New Cookbook

Columbus influencer Alexis Nikole Nelson, aka The Black Forager, is releasing a new cookbook that combines foraging and plant-based recipes. We preview Happy Snacking, Don't Die! and explore how common plants, flowers and fungi can be transformed into seasonal vegan dishes.

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Ohio BCI is investigating after a Hilliard police officer shot a man who authorities say pulled a gun while officers were attempting to serve an arrest warrant for exposing himself. The man survived and no officers were injured. The police chief says it is the first officer-involved shooting in Hilliard in several years.

(3:51-5:26) Columbus considers data center regulations

Columbus City Council is examining who should pay for infrastructure improvements as data centers and other large users put additional demand on the city’s water system. Officials are particularly concerned about peak water usage, which could require upgrades to treatment facilities, pumps and pipes.

(5:27-8:39) Bruce Foster found not guilty by reason of insanity

A Licking County judge found Bruce Foster not guilty by reason of insanity. Foster will remain detained without bond and undergo a behavioral health evaluation in Licking County, which must happen in the next 10 days. 

(8:54-16:28) Ohio Pawpaw Festival is this weekend

The annual Ohio Pawpaw Festival celebrates the state’s native pawpaw fruit with food, drinks, educational presentations and activities focused on growing, cooking, genetics and sustainability. The weekend also includes competitions, a cook-off, art contest and pawpaw-eating contest. It runs Friday through Sunday in Nelsonville. 

(16:43-25:00) Blue Jackets get ready for season opener October 1

The Blue Jackets enter their 26th NHL season after finishing the 2025-26 season with 92 points and narrowly missing the playoffs. The team added veteran players and coaching experience during the offseason while retaining several young players, with Opening Night set for Oct. 1 against Buffalo. Steve Mears, play-by-play announcer for the Blue Jackets, joins the conversation about Opening Night and who he's watching for this season. 

(25:15-32:17) Elizabeth Siders in court for sex crimes

Elizabeth Siders appeared for her arraignment on a sealed indictment yesterday in Vinton County. 10TV's Carla Rogner was in the courtroom. Siders is the mother of the 16 children found in "deplorable" conditions at a house in Vinton County in late June. 

(32:32-40:07) Luke Bryan performing in Fairfield County Friday

Country music star Luke Bryan is set to perform at Miller Family Farm in Millersport Friday night as part of his Farm Tour series, with previous concerts drawing as many as 15,000 people. Fairfield County Sheriff Alex Lape discusses how law enforcement is preparing for the large crowd, including traffic management, security and impaired-driving enforcement.

(40:37-43:40) Stocks drop as Fed raises interest rate

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point, bringing the rate to 3.75%, in an effort to address inflation. The increase could mean higher borrowing costs for consumers, including for mortgages, cars and personal loans.

(43:41-46:00) Canada courts the EU for trade deal

The US is banning most Canadian alcohol products as the trade war continues to escalate. As talks stall, Canada is courting the European Union for an additional trade deal. Canada already has a free trade agreement, CETA, but is looking to become the first "associate member." President Trump says he will retaliate against the EU if he feels the move is hostile to US interests. 

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The judge over the New Albany mass shooting case is expected to hand down his verdict this afternoon. 10TV's Lacey Crisp joins to talk about what could come out of today. 

(8:09-17:21) Should AI be dialed back?

As AI-gone-rogue instances have come to light, more people are calling for increased regulations on the technology. Tuesday was the first ever "pro-human assembly" that discussed how powerful AI systems can serve people while remaining under human control. President and CEO of the Future of Life Institute Anthony Aguirre talks about what he believes should be done when it comes to AI regulations.

(17:36-22:08) Did Texas head coach really hit an ESPN reporter?

An AI-generated video has gone viral of Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian hitting ESPN reporter Holly Rowe. Texas QB Arch Manning laughed at the video and has gotten some heat for doing that. He has apologized to Rowe since. 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell talks about the video and also the Blue Jackets. 

(22:38-26:27) Stopping problem gambling

The sports conversation continues. With college football back, so is gambling on the games. Derek Longmeier with the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio talks about gambling addictions and the resources available to get out that cycle. 

(26:42-34:42) Elizabeth Siders in court on "secret indictment"

Elizabeth Siders, the mother of the 16 children found in deplorable conditions in a Vinton County home, is back in court for a "secret indictment" related to sex abuse charges. 10TV's Carla Rogner calls in to talk about what we know about these most recent developments. 

(35:12-38:30) Hilliard pauses Flock cameras

Hilliard is pausing its use of Flock cameras amid concerns over data privacy. The city ensures this isn't a case of officers misusing the system. Meantime, Whitehall talks about how much help the cameras have been in solving crime. 

(38:31-44:15) Farm Science Review kicks off next week

The biggest ag show in Ohio kicks off next week in Madison County. It's OSU's Farm Science Review. 600 vendors will show the latest advancements in agriculture. Nick Zackrich, Farm Science Review Manager, talks about what can be seen and also how rising prices are affecting farmers. 

(44:30-47:14) KNBC crew dies in helicopter crash

At least three people are dead after KNBC's helicopter crashed while covering a bus crash live. We know the reporter and pilot died last night. 

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Police were called to Bannon Court Monday afternoon. Two people are dead in an apparent murder-suicide. Columbus Police tell 10TV the two were in a domestic partnership. 

(4:16-8:12) $950,000 approved for city parks, including McCoy

As Columbus prepares to welcome a new National Women's Soccer League team, the city is trying to make good on its promises to southside residents about parks. Some of the money will go to improving the remaining portion of McCoy park that isn't being taken up by the coming NWSL training facility. 

(8:27-15:15) OSU Marion expands

One of OSU's satellite campuses is opening a Downtown Engagement Hub. Dean and Director of OSU Marion, Jennifer Schlueter joins Collin and Bryn to talk about how the campus hopes to bring in an increases collaboration with city leadership, the university and the community. 

(15:45-20:29) Flooding wrecks Pike County pumpkin farm

After a brief break from wet weather last week, the rain returned over the weekend. That rain caused a lot of flooding at a Pike County farm that raises pumpkins, Christmas trees, and a variety of vegetables. Now the owners are figuring out what's next. Meteorologist Justin Gehrts talks about more rain on the way. 

(20:59-27:05) US-Canada trade war continues

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is exploring a "unique alliance" with the European Union as the US-Canada trade war continues. What's at stake and how much could costs rise for American consumers? Associate Professor of Economics at Cedarville University Jared Pincin talks about when the affects of the trade war could really be seen. 

(27:20-31:00) Gulf of Cleveland resolution

In a tongue-in-cheek resolution, one Cleveland city councilmember suggested renaming a portion of Lake Erie to Gulf of Cleveland. WKYC's Sya Nyorkor reports as this comes on the heels of the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario and also a Pennsylvania representative's call to rename Lake Erie. 

(30:01-36:28) Popstars chiming in on Israel-Palestine war again

Mackelmore, Pink and Ed Sheeran are all facing online backlash after comments and posts regarding the Israel-Palestine war. 

(36:43-43:00) The Emmys!

A night of glitz and glamor! Some big names walked away with hardware.

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Jean Bush, 83, died in a fire over the weekend. According to Lancaster Fire, there were two women inside the home at the time and only one was able to get out. Fire crews are unsure if working smoke alarms were present at the time of the fire. 

(7:01-9:10) Columbus City Council considers $900,000 for McCoy Park

McCoy park has been the center of a debate since a women's professional soccer team was announced earlier this year. Southside residents near the park argue the city is taking away their green space and the city has said it will build another park to replace it. 10TV's Amy Steigerwald takes a look at what's at stake. 

(9:25-21:42) Buckeye defeat in Texas

What a game. The Buckeyes were winning for much of Saturday's game, then it fell apart in the fourth quarter. Texas defeated the Buckeyes 24-23 in the final seconds of the game. 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell joins the conversation to talk about what went wrong and how do the Buckeyes recover from this?

(22:12-29:35) Bruce Foster verdict anticipated Wednesday

The man who shot six people, killing two, at the KDC One warehouse in New Albany last year is still waiting on his verdict. That verdict is expected Wednesday from the judge overseeing the trial. It's not a question of if he committed the shooting or not, it's if he is not guilty by reason of insanity. The Licking County prosecutor and assistant prosecutor break down the case and what happens next. 

(30:05-36:59) Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Prostate cancer can often go undetected, either because it can be asymptomatic until it's too late or men don't get the necessary screenings. Dr. Eric Ward, urologist with OhioHealth, and Carl Mann, a prostate cancer survivor, talk about the risks of prostate cancer and why it's so important to get the screenings, especially if there is a family history. 

(37:14-47:52) AI growth and calls for slowing development

OSU continues to grow its programs, including an engineering expansion with Google. The university has expanded it's programs around AI in recent years too. In the last couple of weeks, more concerns have been raised from leaders of the top AI companies that AI is becoming too advanced too quickly and there needs to be some extra caution. President Trump dismissed those concerns while in Ireland over the weekend, focusing on beating China in the AI race. 

(48:07-50:33) Lawsuit filed over Dublin redistricting

A group of parents have filed a lawsuit over Dublin City Schools' redistricting process, claiming race and socioeconomic factors were used in drawing the new lines. 

(50:34-51:41) Celine Dion is back!

After several years off stage, Celine Dion performed her first concert in Paris. Collin wants tickets to her shows badly. 

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Collin Dorsey joins us live from Austin as Ohio State fans arrive ahead of the Buckeyes’ matchup with Texas. We also look at a special 9/11 tribute involving Ohio State alumni and UT Austin ROTC.

Remembering 9/11 — 25 Years Later

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We reflect on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and highlight a Day of Service underway at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus. We also share part of 10TV’s special looking back at the lasting impact of 9/11.

Tyvis Powell Talks Ohio State Football

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Former Buckeye and 97.1 The Fan’s Tyvis Powell joins us in studio with his prediction for Ohio State–Texas and the other Big Ten games he’ll be watching this weekend.

Oktoberfest Returns

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Carla Epler, COO of Schmidt’s and an Oktoberfest organizer, previews this year’s festival — from food and family activities to a new bourbon station.

Ohio History Comes Alive This Fall

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Neil Thompson with the Ohio History Connection previews Fall Lantern Tours at Schoenbrunn Village and Ohio Open Doors, which features more than 250 free events across Ohio as part of the America 250 celebration.

A Preview of Jagged Little Pill

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We sit down with The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio Producing Artistic Director Leda Hoffmann and actor Payton Fraser for a preview of Jagged Little Pill, playing September 17 through October 4.

Remembering 9/11 25th Anniversary

Stream "25 Years Later, A Reflection" a 10TV special only on the 10TV App. 

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A major development in the Vinton County child endangerment case: Gary Siders Sr. has been found incompetent to stand trial and not restorable. We break down what the ruling means, what could happen next and where the cases against the other three people charged stand.

Reynoldsburg ends use of Flock cameras 

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The City of Reynoldsburg has ended its use of Flock license plate reader cameras following an internal investigation involving two former police officers. We look at what investigators found and why several other Central Ohio communities have also reconsidered their use of the technology.

Counting down to Buckeyes kickoff 

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Tyvis Powell from 97.1 The Fan joins us to talk all things football, including the Buckeyes’ latest uniform switch-up, score predictions and what to watch as Ohio State prepares to take the field in Texas.

Honoring 25 years since 9/11 through service 

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Columbus City Councilmember Nancy Day-Achauer joins us to discuss Service in Action Day at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Volunteers will pack more than 100,000 meals for Central Ohio families as Columbus joins communities across the country in marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 through service.

We also look back at the September 11 attacks through stories with powerful Ohio connections and preview 10TV’s special coverage commemorating 25 years since the day that changed the nation.

Delaware County Beer, Bourbon & Wine Festival 

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Looking for weekend plans? Organizers of the Delaware County Beer, Bourbon & Wine Festival join us with everything you need to know before Saturday’s event at Boardman Arts Park, from local drinks and live music to food, art and what’s new this year.

More happening this weekend 

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We’re getting you ready for Columbus Oktoberfest at the Ohio Expo Center and introduce viewers to our new weekday Morning Meteorologist Lily Reid. 

The new foldable iPhone 

57:01-59:01 

And Apple is shaking up the iPhone with a new foldable model. We take a look at the nearly $2,000 device and debate whether a phone that unfolds to roughly the size of an iPad Mini is worth the price.

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The US Marshals Service, in collaboration with local law enforcement, wrapped up Operation Meridian and located 79 missing children in the state of Ohio. The children ranged in ages from 6 to 17. The operation focused on missing children due to suspected sex trafficking, physical and emotional abuse, neglect, running away and other endangering circumstances. 10TV's Lacey Crisp reports on the two children found in Columbus. 

(2:50-10:41) Chillicothe Weighs Data Center Proposal

The Pixelle paper mill in Chillicothe closed a year ago and cost 800 jobs in the community. Since then, a glove manufacturer has moved into part of the factory and now a data center company wants to move in, too. As 10TV's Libby Cathey reports, city leaders and the data center company held an informational session at the Chillicothe High School that lasted more than two hours and not everyone is convinced about the idea. 

(10:56-17:07) Countdown to Texas

Three more days until the Buckeyes take on the Longhorns in Austin. Last week's game against Ball State was an easy one, but these are much stronger opponents and could be the toughest game of the season. Tyvis Powell from 97.1 The Fan talks about what's at stake and also the potential of LSU getting booted from the SEC. 

(17:22-23:55) Ending Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes used to be thought of as a childhood disease, but now we know it can affect anyone at any time. Treatments for Type 1 diabetes have improved immensely in recent years, but still have a long way to go. This weekend is the Breakthrough T1D One Walk on the CAS campus in Columbus to raise money. Molly Giammarco, a CAS Ambassador, talks about her personal experience with T1D and how this walk helps kids and adults with their diagnosis. 

(24:10-33:18) Multiple Ohio Men Arrested Following 9/11 for Terrorism

10TV continues it's 9/11 Remembrance series. 10TV's Kevin Landers joins the conversation with a look back at the days and weeks following and the terrorism arrests made locally.

(33:48-41:58) National Recovery Month and Heartland High School

Anyone can be affected by addiction. Heartland High School is a unique school that mixes recovery programs with traditional education. It's the only recovery high school in Ohio and one of only about 20 in the whole country. Principal Eddie Rapp and a student from the school join to talk about how the school is helping teens through the recovery process. 

(42:28-46:41) Thursday is a Weather Impact Alert Day

More rain is one the way and it could make for an inconvenient commute in the morning in portions of central Ohio. 

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There's a lot going on at John Glenn Columbus International Airport right now. The construction of the new terminal is shifting traffic patterns coming to and from the airport. The airport is also part of a new program that is allowing certain non-ticketed people to bypass security to wait by the gates for their loved ones. 

(6:07-8:46) Mahoning County Sheriff's Office Wants Information on Acton Campaign Event

Patrick Havas, 38, was arrested and charged with assault and disorderly conduct after he pushed through a crowd towards Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton Sunday, according to the sheriff's office. When he was arrested, they found two handguns and a set of brass knuckles on him. Anyone with additional angles of the incident from Sunday or information on Havas is asked to contact the Mahoning County Sheriff's Office. 

(9:17-13:35) La Crosse Virus in Ohio

Most people who contract La Crosse virus have no apparent symptoms, but some people have severe symptoms that include lasting neurologic complications. Ohio currently leads the country in the number of new cases. 10TV's Rochelle Alleyne talks with one family who's son ended up hospitalized due to the virus.

(13:36-19:32) Canada Launches Retaliatory Tariffs

Weeks after trade talks between the US and Canada fell apart, Canada levied matching tariffs against the US. The tariffs range from 15 to 50% on scores of products. 

(20:00-27:01) Recruiting New Volunteer Firefighters

Approximately 70% of Ohio's fire departments rely on volunteers, but volunteers have significantly declined in recent years even as emergency calls have risen. State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon joins the conversation about how his office is trying to recruit new volunteers.

(27:16-32:54) 9/11 Remembrance: Father Leo Connolly

10TV's 9/11 series continues as Carla Rogner talks to a Columbus chaplain who spend a number of days at ground zero offering spiritual aid to first responders working through the destruction. 

(33:09-39:56) Spotted Lantern Fly Fight

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is giving out grants to local communities to combat the invasive spotted lantern fly. The flies are destructive to crops and a number of industries. 

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According to the Mahoning County Sheriff's Office, Patrick Havas was arrested Sunday afternoon. The office says Havas went into the Mahoning County Democrat Party tent at the Canfield Fair and pushed through the crowd before being confronted by Acton's security detail of OSHP troopers and knocking two people to the ground. While no weapons were shown, authorities found two handguns and a set of brass knuckles on him after his arrest. Acton and Ramaswamy's campaigns, along with a number of other political leaders, have responded to the incident.

(10:06-16:56) Buckeye Win Streak Continues

The Buckeyes keep their winning streak on opening games alive with a defeat of Ball State at the Shoe on Saturday. Tyvis Powell of 97.1 the Fan joins the conversation about what we can take away from the game as the team heads to Austin this week to face the Longhorns. Also... that wild end to the Michigan vs. Michigan State game.

(17:11-26:03) Teacher Publishes Book About Dealing With Mental Health

Even young kids can struggle with anxiety and mental health challenges. Crystal Paige, a Grove City first grade teacher, published a children's book to help parents navigate these feelings with their children. Paige joins Collin and Bryn to talk about writing the book and how she hopes to help parents and children talk about mental health and difficult emotions. 

(26:18-33:53) Olentangy Teachers Remember Their 9/11 Experience

This week marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Millions of students across the country were in classrooms that morning and that's how they remember that day. 10TV's Amy Steigerwald talked with two Olentangy Local Schools teachers, one who was a teacher that day and the other was a student at the time, about their memories and how they're teaching a generation that wasn't born about the events of 9/11.

(34:08-42:24) Ohio State's Featured Veteran

Chantel Fucci is an Army veteran who is using her experience from the service to help others. She served at the President of the Fisher Graduate Women in Business, continues advocating for veterans, and is now an entrepreneur of her own business. She was honored Saturday at the OSU vs. Ball State game as the game's featured veteran. She talks about her passion and what's shaped her journey. 

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Columbus is pausing its use of Flock license plate readers following an investigation into alleged misuse of the technology by a police officer. We break down what investigators are looking into, Mayor Andrew Ginther’s call for a full audit and the growing debate over whether pausing the cameras could impact public safety.

BUCKEYE FOOTBALL IS BACK 5:53- 17:34

The wait is almost over! Ohio State kicks off its season Saturday against Ball State at the Shoe. We break down the matchup, including the nearly $2 million Ohio State is paying Ball State to play, and talk with Tyvis Powell about what Buckeye fans should be watching for as the season gets underway.

BALLETMET KICKS OFF ITS 49TH SEASON 17:36-22:26

BalletMet is getting ready for season 49 with “Future Icons,” featuring work from emerging choreographers from Japan, South Korea and Brazil. Artistic Director Remi Wortmeyer joins us to talk about bringing new voices to the Columbus stage, what makes this production different and what else audiences can expect this season.

LABOR DAY TRAVEL 22:27- 30:51

The unofficial end of summer means plenty of people are hitting the road. AAA’s Morgan Dean joins us with the busiest times to travel, what drivers can expect at the pump, what to check before leaving home and how to make safety a priority throughout the holiday weekend.

CBUS SOUL FEST 31:06- 38:42

Music, food and culture take over Bicentennial Park for CBUS Soul Fest. We’re talking with organizers about this year’s two-day celebration, the national and local artists taking the stage, the food visitors can expect and the festival’s larger mission of celebrating Black culture in Columbus.

A BIG SPORTS WEEKEND IN COLUMBUS 38:42-45:30 

It’s not just the Buckeyes. From Ohio State football to the Clippers, the Crew and the Gay Softball World Series, Columbus is packed with sports this weekend. We run through what’s happening and what fans need to know as they make their Labor Day weekend plans, plus the weather forecast. 

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Lancaster police Thursday morning were looking for Joseph Smith as a person of interest after they were called to Witte Street overnight. Police were called to the house after getting a report of gunfire. 10TV's Amy Steigerwald reports from the scene. 

(4:26-6:28) Mansfield Police Officer Arrested for Drinking on the Job

Officer John Meyer showed up to work Saturday drunk and later drove under the influence the same day, according to court records. He was pulled over and arrested by Ontario police on West Fourth near Beer Road. He was booked into the Richland County Jail on august 29.

(6:58-14:05) Beating the Heat

It's the third day of extreme heat and humidity in central Ohio. COTA is waiving all fairs for public transportation and the Columbus Metropolitan Library is welcoming anyone who needs a place to cool off. 

(14:20-22:12) Buckeye Valley Family YMCA Expands

Buckey Valley Family YMCA lacks a gym, but not for much longer. After a gift of $1 million from Illuminate USA, a Pataskala-based solar panel manufacturer, the YMCA plans to break ground on a new gym this fall. Buckeye Valley Family YMCA CEO Adam Shilling joins Collin and Bryn to talk about the importance of being able to bring an indoor athletic space to western Licking County. 

(22:42-31:27) Department of Neighborhoods: 311 After the Storm

It's been more than two weeks since powerful storms tore through Columbus. During and after the storm, the team at Columbus 311 were able to take calls and get concerns routed to the proper places. We're joined by Kym Douglas, Columbus Department of Neighborhoods Director, and Zach Stover, 311 Manager, to talk about the work that's been done to keep the work going. 

(31:42-40:25) As Power Rates Climb, So Do Disconnections

It's no secret the cost of electricity has gone up in central Ohio. As the cost goes up, more people are facing disconnection notices when they can't pay. 10TV's Kevin Landers explains that when someone else can't pay, you can wind up paying even more to cover the cost. 

(40:40-44:00) Will Ramaswamy and Acton Debate Before the Election?

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy says he will debate Democrat Amy Acton. Acton says no, pointing to attacks on her and her family from the Ramaswamy campaign. Are political debates becoming a thing of the past and has the discourse gotten too toxic for debates to be worth it?

(44:01-47:29) Gloria Steinem Dies

Gloria Steinem, an icon of the women's rights movement, died Wednesday at 92. Steinem was a Toledo native before leading the fight for change in what women in the US were able to do freely.

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A 20-year-old Haitian college student died on I-70 and his friends and family say he felt a lot of shame and faced bullying after he had an ankle monitor put on. Pierre Damas Bel, along with other Haitians on TPS, had ankle monitors put on by immigration officers after the Trump Administration cancelled their Temporary Protected Status. Governor Mike DeWine remains critical of the decision to end TPS for Haitian.

(7:59-11:42) Can Roberts Road Be Made Safer?

There was another fatal crash on Roberts Road last week. It was just the latest in a number of crashes on the busy road. 10TV's Amy Steigerwald talked with a woman who lost her mom in a crash on the road in December about the changes she is demanding along Roberts Road. 

(11:57-17:29) Three Days to Buckeye Football

Football is almost here! The Buckeyes take on Ball State Saturday. 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell talks about the season opener and his own personal memories of playing with the Buckeyes. 

(17:44-26:30) Catastrophic Natural Disasters

From the Grand Canyon to Nepal, flash flooding and avalanches have left a lot of destruction behind and thousands of people still missing. Collin and Bryn are joined by John Whitmore, PhD, a geologist at Cedarville University, to talk about the difficulties rescuers now face. 

(27:00-33:28) Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Flying Horse Farms

We continue out Childhood Cancer Awareness Month discussion. Bethany Uhl, the medical director for Flying Horse Farms, joins the conversation to talk about their summer camps and other programs. Sometimes the best medicine for a child battling cancer or other severe illness is just being allowed to be a kid. Flying Horse Farms provides that escape while also being able to provide the needed medical care on-site. 

(33:58-41:27) Project Blues: Soul Survivor -- A benefit for LifeCare Alliance

It's not your typical concert. Project Blues: Soul Survivor is bringing six hours of blues to Columbus Saturday, including Hall of Fame Inductee Jimmie Vaughn. All the proceeds benefit LifeCare Alliance's cancer services. Mike Berichon, Project Blues founder, talks about the benefit of music in the fight against cancer and how it's helped in his own grief of losing his sister to cancer. 

(41:42-47:00) Giving Up Cell Phones

Could you give up the cell phone? That's what one village in Ireland is doing when it comes to kids. Everyone agreed that kids won't have cell phones and has seen positive results. 

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Columbus City Council is once again talking about the future of Flock cameras in the city. While Columbus Police say they are a crucial tool to their work, privacy concerns and citizen pushback are growing among residents. One councilmember wants criminal penalties for the misuse of Flock camera data. 

(5:32-10:51) Carjacking Victim Speaks About Experience

Two weeks ago, a woman had her car stolen while pumping gas at a Columbus gas station. The carjackers got away, but not before she tried to fight them off. She spoke exclusively with 10TV's Marsha Augustin about the experience and how she got her car back. 

(11:21-14:28) Licking County Couple Faces Dozens of Sex Crime Charges, Including with Children

A Licking County couple was indicted on dozens of charges after they are accused of created sexual abuse material involving children. Prosecutors say John and Brianna Nethers were creating adult content on OnlyFans and authorities found videos of Brianna engaging in sex acts with minors.

(14:58-23:35) ODOT Rolls Out "Read the Road: There's Space For All" Campaign

In 2025, there were 900 fatal or serious injury crashes in Ohio involving cars, bicycles and pedestrians. ODOT Press Secretary Matt Bruning joins Collin and Bryn to talk about ODOT's new campaign that hopes to raise awareness about sharing the roads, especially as kids are back in school. The department is also working on re-working roads to make them safer for all different modes of transportation instead of solely car-focused.

(23:50-36:54) Treating and Curing Childhood Cancer

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. While treating childhood cancer has gotten better in recent years, there is still a lot of work to be done. Dr. Ryan Roberts, a pediatric oncologist with Nationwide Children's Hospital, talks about the advancements made in treating childhood cancer, but also talks about the challenges of treating childhood cancer. 

(37:09-48:44) Childcare Affordability Crisis Study

The cost of raising children was a big talking point in the 2024 presidential election and it's turning out to be a big talking point for Ohio parents in the 2026 midterms. Groundwork Ohio CEO and President Lynanne Gutierrez, breaks down a new survey conducted by the organization and what's being done to address the rising cost of childcare in the state. 

(49:00-51:30) "Oreo-gate"

Should parents be able to dictate what other children around their child eat? That's the question at the center of "Oreo-gate."

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WEATHER IMPACT ALERT
08:00 
Justin breaks down the extreme heat headed toward Central Ohio and what to expect during the Weather Impact Alert Days.

CHILDHOOD CANCER: HOPE BEYOND TREATMENT
10:00 
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. We talk with 11-year-old cancer survivor Isabella Franco-Capps and John Guastaferro of Hyundai Hope on Wheels about Isabella’s journey, advances in pediatric cancer survival, the importance of private research funding and why survivorship care matters long after treatment ends.

BUCKEYE FOOTBALL WITH TYVIS POWELL
20:00
College football is back. Tyvis Powell joins us to break down Week 0, look ahead to the Buckeyes taking the field and preview the approaching NFL season.

KROGER PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY
30:00 
Kroger is making it possible for customers to have eligible prescriptions delivered alongside their groceries. Jeff Steckman, Health and Wellness Leader for Kroger’s Columbus Division, explains how it works, what medications qualify, costs, safety and convenience, plus what you need to know as flu-shot season gets underway.

HOW SHOULD WE REGULATE AI?
40:00 
Artificial intelligence is becoming more powerful, but are regulations keeping up? We revisit our conversation with technology expert Nicole Jackson about AI security, ethics, oversight and the debate over how much regulation is needed as the technology rapidly evolves.

THE HIDDEN CHILDREN ON OHMER STREET: PART 3
50:54
New details in 10TV’s Vinton County investigation reveal how authorities found the 16 children of the Siders family and raise new questions about reports made to Gallia County Family Services. Kristen McFarland previews Part 3 of Hidden Children of Ohmer Street.

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10TV has been in Vinton, Gallia and Hocking counties working to understand how16 children could live with 4 adults and live seemingly unnoticed. In this episode, our team of reporters explains the recent documents and interviews we've got to bring you the newest information about the case.

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Columbus Police arrested Massamba Dieye, 19, along with a 16- and 17-year-old, on murder charges in the dead of 20-year-old Tiegiaion Clement. Clement was shot and killed in the Short North early Sunday morning. Police have not said what led up to the shooting. 

(3:41-7:54) Bruce Foster Murder Trial Closing Statements Begin

The defense and prosecution are making their closing arguments in the murder trial of Bruce Foster. Foster is the man who went into the KDC One warehouse February 2025 and shot six people, killing two of them. Foster's defense doesn't argue that he didn't commit the shooting, they argue that he wasn't in the right mental state at the time. The prosecution agrees Foster was mentally ill at the time, but that he still understood what he was doing was wrong.

(8:09-15:29) Have Political Ads Gone Too Far?

A political ad endorsed by the Jon Husted for Senate campaign has got a lot of attention after it used video of a deadly crash that killed a family of three. The surviving family says the creators of the ad didn't ask permission to use the family's photos and doesn't want their tragedy turned into something political. Also, how far can ads go with their claims? One ad against the Amy Acton campaign claims she's responsible for the death of a woman. 10TV's reporting found she died in Kentucky, not Ohio. 10TV political reporter Doug Petcash joins the conversation. 

(15:44-21:30) Mackinac Island Voted #1 Getaway in the Midwest

Still looking for a long weekend getaway before the cold months set in? Consider a trip to Mackinac Island where cars aren't allowed and life moves a bit slower. Steph Castelein, the Managing Director at the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, joins Collin and Bryn about what makes the destination the best in the Midwest. 

(22:00-30:10) 9/11 Day of Giving

It's been 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Since then people have turned the tragedy into a way of giving back. This September 11, 50,000 volunteers nationwide will pack 17 million meals to help hungry families. Locally, this event is happening at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus. Retired U.S. Army Colonel Bill Butler talks about his time in the U.S. Army in the years following the 9/11 attacks and the importance of community. 

(30:40-38:42) AI and the Regulations Around It

A recent report founds AI agents created by OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, went rogue and hacked Hugging Face, a tech company, and then the agents attempted to cover their tracks. It opens the question of is AI becoming too powerful and when should it be regulated? Nicole Jackson, the Chief Technology Officer at Optimum Technology, talks about potential AI regulations, the ethics of AI, and how it's been incorporated into the business world. 

(38:57-47:00) President Trump Renames Lake Ontario

Thursday afternoon, President Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America as the trade war with Canada continues. Canadians are pushing back against the move and so are a lot of Americans. 

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Governor Mike DeWine said the state is conducting a review of state agencies to figure out how this whole case went undetected before law enforcement found the 16 kids when going to the house for another case. 

(8:16-11:52) Bruce Foster Trial enters day 4

Bruce Foster's defense team doesn't deny that Foster is the one who committed the mass shooting at the KDC One facility last year, but they say he was in a state of psychosis at the time. 

(12:07-18:34) Managing stormwater with Blueprint Columbus

Blueprint Columbus celebrates 10 years. Blueprint Columbus is an innovative way of eliminating sanitary sewer overflows by improving infrastructure and reducing pollution. After the recent heavy rains, Blueprint Columbus might also be able to help homeowners keep their basements dry. 

(19:04-26:32) Family asks to stop Sen. Husted ad

The family of the three people killed in a Delaware County crash in April are asking the Husted campaign to pull an add that features their loved ones without permission. The ad targets Democrat Sherrod Brown's immigration policies and attempts to blame Brown for their deaths. The family said their tragedy shouldn't be used for political gain. 

(26:47-35:38) Ohio could get millions from Meta lawsuit

Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson announced the multistate Meta settlement should provide Ohio with more than $319 million over the next decade. However, the rules Meta must follow and the payout still have to go through judicial review. 

(35:53-41:31) Gay Softball World Series comes to Columbus

Columbus is hosting the Gay Softball World Series next week for the fourth time. This is the 49th year for the Gay Softball World Series and is expected too bring more than 6,000 visitors to the city from across the US and Canada. 

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The prosecution in trial of the man accused of killing two people at a New Albany warehouse in February 2025 rested their case Tuesday. The Bruce Foster's defense team will have the chance to make a case Wednesday afternoon. This being a bench trial, there will be no jury deliberation. The judge presiding over the case will ultimately decide Foster's fate. 

(8:37-16.00) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell

The Big Ten and SEC have approved a ban on pro players returning to college sports and the Big 12 is also considering a similar move. The Big Ten adopted the new rule Tuesday saying underclassman who declared for the NFL Draft and didn't withdraw, signed contract or appeared on an NFL roster are ineligible to play college ball again. Tyvis Powell breaks down what's at stake.

(16:30-25:14) Columbus Comedy Festival Returns for 2026!

The Columbus Comedy Festival is back for a third year. It kicks off Thursday and runs through Sunday in Columbus. Festival organizers join Collin and Bryn about all the laughs that can be seen this week across the city. Big names like Nina West, Greg Fitzsimmons, Arnes J, and Jason Banks will be in down. Everything from drag to improv to sketch comedy can be found. https://columbuscomedyfest.com/

(25:29-42:31) New Siders Family Information

New documents show concerning reports about some of the Siders' 16 children dating back to 2020 when the family still lived in Gallia County. The records report poor school performance, truancy, bug bites and more. We're also learning how two men indicted last week on child sex crimes are related to the family and how that investigation led to the discovery of the 16 children in Vinton County. 

(43:01-53:16) Remembering Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton died Tuesday at the age of 80. The country music legend leaves behind a legacy of more than music and film, but also that of philanthropy. Her Imagination Library have provided books to children all across the country, including here in Ohio. First Lady Fran DeWine sat down with 10TV's Jeff Hogan to talk about her memories and relationship with Parton. 

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Day one of the trial for Bruce Foster saw multiple employees of KDC One called to testify. Prosecutors argue Foster planned the attack and knew what he was doing. His defense argues that he was confused and delusional due to prior mental health issues. 

(6:20-9:54) Update in case of daughter murdering mother

Bryanna Dutcher, 18, had her first appearance before a judge after being charged with the murder of her mother. Dutcher, her boyfriend and her boyfriend's roommate are all charged with aggravated murder. Text messages exchanged with Bryanna Dutcher show the discussions of killing Tamala Dutcher. 

(10:09-17:19) Back-to-school driving safety with AAA

Most districts are back in school and that means a lot of yellow buses back on the roads. Morgan Dean from AAA talks about awareness around school zones and school buses.

(17:34-25:41) 49ers owner arrested in northeast Ohio

49ers owner Jed York was arrested over the weekend in East Palestine, Ohio. He was arrested at a trailer park after allegedly arranging to have sexual activity with a woman for $140. York pleaded no contest in a plea deal and was released on bond. 

(26:11-30:45) Siders family indictments

Indictments were handed down for the four family members in the Vinton County child endangerment case where 16 children were found in "deplorable" conditions. However, two more people were indicted for sex crimes, which is what led investigators to another incident involving Gary Jr and Elizabeth Siders. 

(31:15-36:19) Annual meeting with economic officials in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Jared Pincin, PhD, from Cedarville University talks about the upcoming annual meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming as average Americans are struggling with inflation and prices. 

(36:34-41:54) Library feeding kids after school 

For many children, the food they get at school is the only food they get that day. The Columbus Metropolitan Library is providing after school snacks for kids at 19 of its branches to help combat food insecurity. 

(42:09-45:48) Cat sets world record for most toes

A cat with 29 toes! The Wisconsin cat beats out a world record for 28 toes held since 2002. 

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A 20-year-old is dead after an early Sunday morning shooting in the Short North. Police haven't released any information on a potential shooter or what led up to the shooting. This happened in the 1000 block of North High Street, an area that is no stranger to violence. The city has made attempts to curb crime in the neighborhood, but shootings continue to happen in the nightlife spot. 

(5:27-8:27) Newark Reduces Firefighter Staffing Due to Overtime Concerns

The Newark Fire Department has already racked up $590,000 in overtime and is on track to reach $940,000, according to the fire union. In order to cut back on overtime pay, the Newark Division of Fire has reduced daily staffing from 17 to 16 firefighters. While it's an adjustment of one person, it takes an engine out of service and some community members aren't happy about the change. 

(8:47-16:54) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell 

The Buckeyes announced their captains for the year, a position that carries a lot of responsibility. 

(17:25-25:25) Department of Neighborhoods Begins Community Plan for Franklinton

The Columbus Department of Neighborhoods is starting the process to create a community plan for Franklinton and the southwest side. This is the fourth community plan created by the Department. The goal is to make the neighborhoods a better place to work, live and play. Kym Douglas, Director of the Department of Neighborhoods, and Patrice Allen Brady, Neighborhoods Administrator, join the conversation about what will make the community plan for Franklinton unique after years of changes to housing prices and demographics. 

(25:40-36:12) Murder Trial Begins for Man Accused in New Albany Mass Shooting

Bruce Foster faces multiple felony charges, including various murder charges, after Licking County prosecutors say he opened fire inside the KDC One facility in New Albany in February 2025. Two people died in the shooting and four more were injured. Foster had a history of mental health issues, but was still able to legally purchase a gun just months before the shooting, The shooting was also New Albany's first homicide in history. 

(36:27-42:21) America's Favorite Couple Contestants 

Annmarie and Todd DeWitt are a Dublin couple with quite the story. After meeting at the Memorial Tournament a decade ago, their love and story has grown. Now they are in the running for Variety's America's Favorite Couple Contest. 

(42:36-44:40) We're Done with Rain (Finally!)

10 Weather Impact Meteorologist Justin Gehrts joins to talk about the first dry stretch central Ohio has gotten in a while. 

(44:41-49:10) New Information in Dutcher Murder Case

The Dutcher murder case of Delaware County has another hearing Monday afternoon. Friday, new text messages came out between the daughter and her boyfriend who are both accused in the murder. 

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Thursday's rain not only made for the second wettest August on record, but it's also prompted multiple evacuation orders in Licking County and has a large portion of I-70 shut down until the water recedes. Besides a chance for more rain Saturday, central Ohio should have a decent break from rain in the coming forecast. 

(9:53-17:26) 97.1 the Fan's Tyvis Powell

Fall means football. With high schools back in session, a lot of schools are having their first football Friday nights of the season. Tonight's First & 10 focuses on the game between Olentangy Orange and Olentangy Berlin. 

(17:41-25:54) Central Ohio Still Considered a Sellers Market

The July housing report from Columbus Realtors shows closed sales were up 6.3%  year over year. Median home prices topped $350,000 while the region had the highest July inventory in more than a decade. Gloria Alonso-Cannon, President of the Columbus Realtors Association, talks about what's driving buyers and is there any hope for a break in housing prices. 

(26:09-37:07) Maternal Mental Health Conversation 

We continue our conversation from earlier in the week about maternal mental health and a focus on post-partum depression and psychosis. According to the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, the mental health of US mothers has worsened in the past decade. Between 2016 and 2023, there was a 65% increase in mothers reporting "fair to poor mental health." Also, 20% of maternal deaths in the US are due to suicide, according to the CDC. Dr. Tamar Gur, a Maternal-Fetal Psychiatrist at the OSU Wexner Medical Center, joins the conversation about the signs and resources available to mothers who might be struggling. 

(37:22-45:47) Shannon Hardin Announces Mayoral Run

For the first time, Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther is facing a challenger from his own party. Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin announced a run for mayor Thursday. When he assumed the Council President role in 2018, he was the youngest person and the first openly gay person to do so. Hardin sat down with 10TV's Yolanda Harris to talk about why he thinks he's fit to run the city. 

(46:02-49:21) USA Today Releases Top 25 Party Schools

No Ohio school made the top 10, but three of them made the top 25. Which ones made the cut and which ones didn't may surprise you. 

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Inches of rain fell on central Ohio again Thursday morning and the flooding led to many schools delaying the day or canceling altogether. It also shut down I-71 south for hours and caused a number of other roadway headaches. This all as the region tries to dry out from last week's flooding. 

(9:00-13:00) AAA Study on Speeding

According to a new study from AAA, many drivers say going up to 10 mph over the speed limit is acceptable with 3/10 saying no one drives the speed limit. This as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that speeding is a factor for 30% of traffic fatalities in 2024. Morgan Dean, of AAA, joins the conversation to talk about driving trends and how speeding affects how we all travel. 

(13:30-23:01) ODH Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff on Childhood Vaccinations

Vaccination exemptions have increased among U.S. kindergarteners to 4.2% from 3.6%. Ohio's exemption rate among kindergarteners is now 5.6% for the 2025-2026 school year. Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, Ohio Department of Health Director, talks about what's driving parents to turn away from vaccines, new federal recommendations and the importance of childhood vaccinations. 

(23:31-31:52) Columbus Urban League's Clean and Safe Corridor Initiative

The Columbus Urban League is giving out up to five grants for $10,000 to promote the Clean and Safe Corridor initiative in the King-Lincoln Bronzeville neighborhood. Recipients must have a pitch and plan to improve safety and quality of life in the historically Black neighborhood. 

(32:07-37:40) COTA Makes Riding Easier for OSU Students

Buckeyes started moving in this week and classes start Tuesday. This year, students will have an easier time riding COTA. OSU students can now use their BuckID app to ride COTA instead of swiping their BuckID card, carrying a COTA pass, or using the Transit app. 

(37:55-48:53) Rain is Done for Thursday, but What's Next?

Rain has moved out for the day, but that doesn't mean flooding is over. Meteorologist Justin Gehrts talks about the upcoming weather... and also a love of bacon. 

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Tuesday night, the Columbus City Schools treasurer provided an update to the district's five-year forecast. The district is projecting a $53 million deficit this fiscal year. That's less than the $59 million predicting back in February. However, the district expects the deficit to grow to $157 million by 2031. The district has made cuts to staff, transportation, and school buildings to try and right the budget and now there are talks of going to voters for a new tax. 

(6:00-10:35) Flock Camera Vandalism

Flock cameras continue to be a hotly contested topic not just in central Ohio, but nationwide. The village of Hebron had three cameras vandalized recently and the police chief says he won't be intimidated into taking them down. Surrounding communities have also reported damage. Nationwide, people have turned to cutting them down, spray painting the lenses or covering them up to send their message. 

(10:47-16:20) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell

Buckeye football is getting closer and closer. Can Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin pull the team together for a championship season?

(16:35-22:29) Property Tax Relief with Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano

Damage caused by last week's severe weather may qualify homeowners for temporary property tax relief. How much of a reduction you get depends on the amount of damage you have and it does require some paperwork. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano joins the conversation about how to seek this help. 

(23:00-33:34) Maternal Mental Health

Lindsay Clancy, 36 of Plymouth, Massachusetts, is facing three counts of murder after she was accused of killing her three children. The case has put a spotlight on maternal mental health, especially post-partum depression. Tonya Fulwider, the Executive Director of Mental Health America of Ohio, talks wtih Bryn and Collin about resources available to mothers struggling with life after birth. 

(34:04-42:38) Red Cross Blood Drive and Another Driver Stops in the Interstate

It's the 10TV Blood Drive in collaboration with 97.1 The Fan, the Red Cross, and Chick-fil-a. Also, ODOT posts another video of a Columbus driver stopping in the middle of the intestate, causing a crash, and then driving off from the crash. 

(42:53-48:30) AI and Healthcare Decisions

AI tools are being used by a lot of people for just about everything. Some people are even turning to the chatbots for decisions regarding health concerns. We dive into the risks of doing that and how you should consider the information you might get from your AI of choice. 

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A drive-by shooting happened early Monday afternoon following a funeral service on Woodward Avenue. Two people were shot and are expected to survive. Then just after 10:30 Monday night, another shooting happened about three miles away on Gibbard Avenue and sent two women to the hospital and a Columbus Police Officer fired their weapon. Are the two shootings connected? We've asked police. 

(4:21-8:13) Building Explosion and Fire in Toledo

Around 5a.m. Tuesday, two explosions rocked a commercial laundry facility in south Toledo. It caused a massive fire. While no fatalities have been confirmed, two employees were still unaccounted for at the time of this recording. 

(8:28-18:19) Navigating Mortgage Rates and Homebuying

Mortgage rates fell slightly for the first time in six months earlier this month to an average of 6.67%. That's still more than what buyers were locking in last year, though. Dawn Brahma, with Kemba! Financial, and realtor Kourtney Dewald join Bryn and Collin about navigating the housing market and your options as a buyer. 

(18:49-24:20) Red Cross Operating Shelters

The Red Cross still has shelters set up in Perry and Franklin Counties in Ohio and one in Indiana following intense flooding and storms from the past week. Red Cross volunteers will continue assisting families in need even after the shelters close at some future point. Also, the blood shortage situation has improved. 10TV has joined the Red Cross, 97.1 The Fan and Chik-Fil-A in hosting a blood drive from 8 a.m-6 p.m., August 19 at the Columbus Airport Marriott. To sign up: text GIVE to 614-460-3345. People who donate can receive a ticket to Cedar Point or Kings Island (while supplies last).

(24:48-36:27) Columbus Participatory Budget

As part of OneProject Columbus, different districts of the city are tasked with spending $1 million in city money for projects that will benefit the people living there. Community for New Direction CEO John Dawson joins the conversation to talk about the wants of District 7, which covers most of downtown, Franklinton, the near east side, and Southern Orchards. So far, the requests have been for more green spaces. There's another meeting to give opinions Wednesday evening. 

(36:42-45:24) Delaware County Homicide

Three people, including the 18-year-old daughter of the victim, face murder charges in the death of 55-year-old Tamela Dutcher last week in Delaware County. 10TV's Kevin Landers breaks down the case and how it continues to unfold as more information comes out. There's also an interesting twist in the story going back to 2024. 

(45:39-51:00) AI Usage in Home Listings

Do you spend time scrolling Zillow, Redfin, or another home listing site looking for the perfect home? Turns out not all listings are legitimate. Some less-than-savory sellers are using AI to spruce up a home, sometimes adding windows, walls, and features that don't exist. Don't find yourself duped and know what laws exist in Ohio to protect you. 

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While we wait on the sentencing hearing to start: In May 2025, Daveonte Dixon shot two Mifflin Township Police officers during a traffic stop. The two officers survived their injuries. Dixon pleaded guilty to one count of attempted murder and five counts of felonious assault in June.

(7:00-9:44) Severe Weather Weekend

More severe weather rolled through Ohio over the weekend. The heavy rain prompted more evacuations. New Lexington Fire told 10TV more than three dozen people had to be rescued from flood waters in Perry County. Emergency Shelters are still set up in Perry County. 

(10:00-13:31) Tyvis Powell, 97.1 The Fan

Buckeye Football is two weeks from Saturday. The crunch is on. Can they make another run for the National Championship?

(14.00-17:34) ODOT on Weather Road Repairs

Matt Bruning, ODOT Press Secretary, dials in to talk about the resources ODOT is sending to storm-affected counties and the inspections done to ensure once-flooded bridges and roads are safe for travel again. 

(17:35-52:33) Daveonte Dixon Sentencing

We carry as much of the sentencing hearing live as we can before our 10 a.m. end. Franklin County First Assistant Prosecutor Sheryl Pritchard and John Litle III, attorney for one of the victims, make the case for a more severe sentence for Dixon. Adam Cain, Dixon's defense attorney, speaks for more than half an hour to make a case on why the sentence should be less severe. *The sentencing continued past the end of the podcast. A judge sentenced Dixon to 67 to 72.5 years in prison. You can read more on the sentencing at 10TV.com*

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Meteorologist Justin Gehrts breaks down the new information we've received on Tuesday's storms. Illinois and Indiana are also dealing with intense flooding from this week's storm systems. 

(7:29-12:24) BBB Warns of Contractor Scams

A tale as old as time. As soon as a natural disaster happens, scammers move in hoping to prey on people's vulnerability. Judy Dollison with the Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio talks about protecting yourself and your money from people who don't have your best interest in mind. 

(12:54-16:33) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell

The Browns and Bengals are gearing up for pre-season play. OSU is working on getting its defense shaped up ahead of the beginning of the season next month. 

(16:48-26:49) Back-to-School and DUI Checkpoints with FCSO

Back to school is an important time to pay attention on the roads. Franklin County Sheriff's deputies will be out looking for drivers not obeying the laws around school zones and school buses. Franklin County Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert joins Bryn and Collin to talk about Friday night's DUI checkpoint and how effective the stops are. 

(27:19-34.35) Columbus Women & Girls Fest

A festival that's open to everyone of all ages, but focuses on uplifting and supporting women and girls all across the Columbus Community. Organizers join the conversation to explain what's new for year nine. 

(34:50-41:19) Brandon Willis Scholarship Fund

Brandon Willis, of New Albany, was killed in Wisconsin in 2022. He had a passion for animals and adventure. His parents have turned their hurt into a mission to keep his legacy alive through the Brandon Willis Scholarship. The scholarship sends a local student to South Africa to share his passion. The money for the scholarship comes through the help of an annual fundraiser that's Sunday. More information is available at 10tv.com/featuredlinks.

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Upper Arlington schools pushed back their first day to Monday due to severe weather damage. Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther declared an emergency for Columbus to free up resources. More than 29,000 people are still without power following Tuesday's storms. Recovery and response has stretched resources thin, but neighbors are stepping up to help each other. 

(9:39-15:41) Columbus Metropolitan Library Back-to-School

Libraries are so much more than just books these days. CML CEO Lauren Hagen joins Bryn and Collin to talk about library resources available to help students succeed in their new school year. 

(16:11-23:05) Columbus Food Truck Festival

Food, music, and fun? A great way to spend the weekend. The Columbus Food Truck Festival kicks off Friday at the Franklin Count Fairgrounds with more than 40 different food trucks. Chas Kaplan, the founder of the festival, talks about new offerings this year and what people can expect. 

(23:20-30:55) Food Insecurity Grows

10TV Reporter Kevin Landers joins to talk about how different non-profits are dealing with an increased need for food as prices rise and funding is cut from the federal government. He also talks to people relying on food pantries to survive. 

(31:10-38:29) I-70 West Buckles in Indiana Due to Storms

A section of I-70 West, just a few miles in Indiana is closed after it buckled from intense rain this week. ODOT Press Secretary Matt Bruning talks about the work being done to repair the stretch of road by ODOT's Indiana counterparts and some of the other issues that have cropped up from the week's storms.

(38:45-42:10) Perry County Emergency Management Update

Perry County is one of two counties under a state of emergency from Governor Mike DeWine. Perry County saw intense flooding after heavy rain Monday and Tuesday, leading to multiple evacuations and one death. Perry County Emergency Management Agency Director Jessica Dodson-Pierce calls in to provide an update on recovery efforts in the county. 

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Severe storms tore through Central Ohio Tuesday. Perry and Muskingum Counties have a state of emergency declaration from the Governor for flooding. Franklin County saw significant wind damage in Columbus and tens of thousands are still without power. State and local officials are urging patience and cooperation as everyone works to return to normal. 10TV Meteorologist joins to talk about what we know about the storms and why Columbus didn't hear tornado sirens. 

(15:08-20:01) Tyvis Powell - 97.1 The Fan

Tyvis joins the conversation to cover all things Buckeye football.

(20:16-26:52) The Breathing Association and LIHEAP assistance

The Breathing Association is one of two administrators in Franklin County that handles the distribution of LIHEAP funds. LIHEAP, or the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, helps qualifying individuals and families cover the cost of their electric bills, the cost of an air conditioner or repairs. 

(27:07-44:39) Flock Camera Discussion with Columbus Councilmember Emmanuel Remy

Flock Safety cameras have gotten a lot of attention nationwide. Law enforcement say the cameras are critical in solving a lot of their cases, but many people raise concerns over privacy and surveillance. A public meeting Monday lasted more than six hours and saw nearly 60 people address their concerns with the cameras. To sort through how Columbus is balancing the concerns of the people with the need of law enforcement, Columbus Councilmember Emmanuel Remy joins the conversation. 

(45:16-51:00) Back to School Stress

School season is upon us and many kids feel a lot of stress with the new school year. They're adjusting to new classmates, new teachers and sometimes an entirely different school. Dr. Ariana Hoet, a child psychologist with Nationwide Children's Hospital, talks about how to help your student manage back-to-school stress. 

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Rounds of storms overnight and early in the morning forced evacuations in portions of Perry County. Meteorologist Lily Aldrich joins Bryn and Collin to talk about the next round of weather moving in.

(12:09-21:24) Nationwide Children's Hospital Adaptive Sports Medicine Day

Kaitlyn Bondy and Dr. Jonathan Napolitano join the conversation to talk about Adaptive Sports Medicine Day coming up Friday. They talk abou the importance of giving kids of all abilities the chance to play different sports and encourage them that they can play too. 

(21:39-25:20) Lifecare Alliance Fan Distribution

Lifecare Alliance has been hosting fan drives all summer long to help central Ohioans beat the heat. There is another fan distribution Thursday, August 13 at 670 Harmon Avenue from 2-3 p.m. Since the Beat the Heat campaign began, more than 22,000 fans have been distributed. 

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The Cherry Creek Church of Christ on Sullivant Avenue on Columbus' far west side caught fire just before 4 a.m. Monday morning. Officials for the Columbus Division of Fire said no one was inside the building as crews worked to put the fire out. Fire officials said church members were in the building just yesterday and believe a lighting strike could have been the cause. 

(6:17-8:55) Wet, Stormy Weather in Central Ohio This Week

Meteorologist Justin Gehrts joins Collin and Bryn to talk about rounds of storms moving into central Ohio Monday and Tuesday.

(9:10-16:11) Tyvis Powell from 97.1 The Fan
From Buckeye Fall Training Camp to the Browns and Bengals, we're breaking it all down with Tyvis.

(16:24-23:17) CAPA Fall Schedule

This is the last week for the summer movie series at the Ohio Theatre and now CAPA is focused on what it's bringing to Columbus this fall. Jim Fischer with CAPA talks about what's coming up. 

(23:47-29:36) Training Service Dogs in Prisons

A partnership with the Southeastern Correctional Institution in Ohio is training the next round of service dogs with the help of inmates. 10 Investigates reporter Rochelle Alleyne expands on the unique partnership and how it's helping with the "rehabilitation" part of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. 

(29:51-36:40) Bankrate Finds Older Adults May Pay More to Refinance Their Homes

New research by Bankrate finds that homeowners 55 and older may be paying significantly more to refinance their homes. Linda Bell, a Bankrate home lending expert, explains the signs to look out for and how to navigate refinancing your home. 

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The child endangerment case in Vinton County, OH has captured the attention of the nation. 10TV has been reporting on the case since 16 children were found in a home in Hamden in what law enforcement described as "deplorable." This is episode 2 of our series "The Hidden Children on Ohmer Street."

In "Part 2," Collin and Bryn talk to reporters Carla Rogner and Libby Cathey about new details revealed in court records. This includes birth certificates that revealed all of the children were born in hospitals and a truancy court order that reveals some insight into possible schooling for the children. The special also addresses questions of if the mother is a victim, after those hospital records revealed she had been pregnant nearly every year since she was 15 years old. 

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Ohio Department of Health released updated cyclospora case numbers Thursday. There have been more than 4,000 cases reported in Ohio since June. The CDC is now helping ODPH with their investigation. 

(07:29-09:25) Weekend Weather Update

10 Weather Impact Meteorologist Lily Aldrich joins the conversation about Friday's rain and the forecast for the weekend as the Ohio State Fair wraps up Sunday.  

(09:55-18:48) Ohio Tax Free Weekend

The start of school is coming up and Ohio's tax free weekend gives parents some relief when shopping for school supplies. Tim Lynch from the Ohio Department of Taxation talks with Collin and Bryn about the changes to the tax free holiday this year. 

(19:03-26:01) Buc-ee's Lawsuit 

Bryn and Collin break down what we know about the Buc-ee's lawsuit against Beaver's Mini Mart in Beavercreek. More businesses and even state officials are getting involved.

(26:16-35:53) Trademark Attorney Talks Buc-ee's Lawsuit

Tom Adams, former general counsel for Procter & Gamble and current brand and IP attorney, talks about the legal grounds of the Buc-ee's lawsuit and how it could play out.

(36:08-39:00) Siders Family Update

It's been more than a month since the 16 Siders children were found in a house in Vinton County, Ohio. Two gag orders have been filed in the case accusing authorities of using "hyperbolic" language. 10TV asked Attorney General Andy Wilson, who called the case "pure evil," about the accusations. 

(39:00-41:48) Summerween

When is too early to decorate for Halloween? Go to a craft store or home decor store and Halloween and fall items are already out. Peopel are decorating earlier and earlier every year. 

(41:52-44:40) Buckeye Fall Training Camp

10TV's Adam King and Nicole Sheerin check in with day two of Buckeye fall training camp. 

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Columbus Police say a stolen Kia was crashed into a home on Bryden Road in Columbus' Olde Towne East neighborhood. The car crashed into the home's gas meter, trigger a brief evacuation. 10TV was able to confirm was person was arrested. 

(04:48-09:10) CDC warning of salmonella in jalapenos

The CDC reports more than 340 people have taken sick across 27 states and 36 people have been hospitalized. Investigators says the peppers were grown in Mexico and processed by Coast Citrus Distributors. Chipotle and Qdoba have already removed affected peppers from their restaurants, but it's unclear if the peppers were sold in grocery stores.

(09:40-17:28) Businesses are fighting back after Buc-ee's sues a Beavercreek convenience store

Buc-ee's filed a lawsuit against Beaver's Mini Mart in Beavercreek, claiming the store's cartoon beaver logo was too close to that of Buc-ee's and that people would confuse the two. Beaver's Mini Mart is 15 miles from Buc-ee's Huber Heights store and has been there for decades. Now other local businesses have added beavers into their logos as an act of solidarity. An Upper Arlington bakery is selling cookies with the Beaver's Mini Mart logo on them with some of the money going to the store. 

(17:43-26:35) National Eye Exam Month

Dr. Dawn Goedde, the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for OSU Optometry, joins Collin and Bryn to talk about the importance of getting regular eye exams and what can be found that might go unnoticed. 

(27:05-33:11) Backpack Drive ahead of school season

Our Lady of Guadalupe serves one of the more impoverished neighborhoods of Columbus. The Vice President of Family Programs for Our Lady of Guadalupe talks about the importance of giving away schools supplies in the community and what other services are offering heading into a new school year. 

(33:26-41:08) Columbus' Unheard returns Thursday night

Music Columbus's next unheard showcase spans three genres and three career stages, from a touring soul band to solo acts still building their audiences. Music Columbus Senior Project Manager Olivia Stefanoff and artist Gia Sol talk with Collin and Bryn about the event and the importance of local music. 

(41:28-50:43) OSU Fall Camp begins

Adam King and Nicole Sheerin pop in from the Woody to talk all things OSU football.

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Columbus City Schools Board of Education meeting Tuesday night got a bit heated as discussions continued over the ever-challenging budget deficit. 10TV Reporter Amy Steigerwald breaks down what happened. We take a look at the cuts up to this point and why the district is coming up short. 

(07:38-10:51) Trial Expected in January for Billy Wagner

Billy Wagner is the last person to go to trial in the 2016 Pike County Murder case. His trial is expected in January for the case that not only grabbed the attention of Ohio, but the rest of the country. 

(11:06-17:42) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell on Cleveland Sirens

We have the name for the new Cleveland WNBA team. The Cleveland Sirens will take to the court in 2028. Tyvis Powell shares his thoughts and also touches on the Crew's Max Arfsten crossing the pond. 

(18:12-26:49) Calls for Congressman Max Miller to Withdrawal from Re-election Grow

Ohio Republican Congressman Max Miller is facing increasing calls to resign from his seat or withdrawal from his re-election campaign after allegations of domestic abuse regarding his ex-wife. His ex-wife is Ohio Republican Senator Bernie Moreno's daughter. Senator Moreno and President Trump have now weighed in on the allegations.  

(27:04-33:26) Columbus Most Endangered Sites Advocacy Bus Tour

Columbus has lost a lot of its historic architecture to time and in the name of progress. A "Most Endangered Sites Advocacy" bus tour hopes to highlight some of what's left and why it should be preserved. Chris Hune, CEO of Columbus Landmarks, joins the conversation. 

(33:56-42:09) COTA Schedule and Route Changes

The Central Ohio Transit Authority updates its routes and services three times a year. The next change is happening after Labor Day. COTA's Jeff Pullin joins Bryn and Collin about the changes coming to various lines and how COTA is working to improve reliability and customer service as the region grows.

(42:24-49:18) Cleveland Sirens President Talks New Team

We continue our conversation on the Cleveland Sirens. Cleveland Sirens President of Business Operations Allison Howard sits down with Tracy Townsend to talk everything from team name to why Cleveland. 

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Two teens were arrested early Monday morning after a number of overnight burglaries Sunday. Police are still looking for a third burglar seen in home surveillance video. Detectives are investigating at least five home burglaries in the Tewksbury Road area, but it's still unclear if anything was taken during the break-ins, according to an Upper Arlington police spokesperson. Officials believe the suspects randomly targeted houses, capitalizing on locations with unlocked doors or windows.

(06:35-07:58) Constitutional Amendment Would Enshrine Voter ID Laws in Ohio

Ohio voters will decide in November if requiring voter photo ID to cast a ballot should be enshrined in the state constitution after the Ohio Ballot Board approved the ballot language Monday. The amendment would require voters to show a government-issued photo ID in order to cast a ballot. The forms of valid identification listed in the measure are the same ones already required under state law: an Ohio driver's license, a state ID card, a U.S. passport, a U.S. military or Ohio National Guard ID, or a Department of Veterans Affairs ID. Republicans supporting the amendment say it would prevent future governing bodies from rolling back current Ohio law. Democrats against the amendment say it isn't needed. Voters will decide November 5.

(08:13-15:12) National Night Out

National Night Out happens every August as a way to connect communities to their law enforcement. Bryn and Collin are joined by Columbus Police and the Department of Neighborhoods to talk about the effects of the program over the years and what Tuesday evening will look like. 

(15:17-21:24) National Night Out (con't)

Our conversation on National Night Out continues. Kesha Richardson with ACE Community House and Lydia Cumming with Harrison West Society, Inc join the conversation about the importance of the event on their communities. 

(21:54-32:45) Rt. 23 / I-71 Connector Meetings

The state wants an easier way to get between Rt. 23 and I-71 in central Ohio as the region grows. It would cut through Morrow, Delaware and Marion Counties. Some people living in those counties aren't happy with the proposal. ODOT is holding six meetings from Tuesday to Thursday to get input about the proposed project. 

(33:00-40:24) Pickerington Local Schools Levy

Pickerington Local Schools Board of Education voted Monday night to put a 10-year, 0.75% income tax on the November ballot to fund the school system just months after voters rejected a more expensive proposal in May. the school board met last month and determined it needed to raise nearly $22 million in annual revenue. School leaders have warned the district is about two years away from being unable to meet its financial obligations if additional revenue is not secured.  Superintendent Dr. Charles Smialek joins Collin and Bryn on why the money is needed and what happens if the district can't pay its bills. 

(40:39-48:36) OSU Wants Your Toenails, Starbucks Brings Back Pumpkin Spice

Researchers at OSU want toenail clippings and baby teeth as part of a study on oilfield brine. These will help determine the long-term effects of a product used on Ohio roads.

Starbucks is bringing back pumpkin spice and its fall menu August 25, but is it too soon?

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The show opened with extensive breaking news coverage after multiple overnight shooting scenes unfolded across Columbus. Bryn walked viewers through a Franklin County Sheriff's Office pursuit that began after deputies reported two vehicles exchanging gunfire. Officers later located an abandoned vehicle and discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound who later died at the hospital. Minutes later, a second shooting victim arrived at Grant Medical Center, prompting investigators to examine multiple crime scenes and determine whether the incidents are connected. The team also discussed the latest developments involving Congressman Max Miller, who is denying abuse allegations while facing public criticism from Senator Bernie Moreno and mounting political pressure ahead of a key election deadline.

 (9:14-15:58) Tyvis Powell | Browns Training Camp and Crew

Tyvis Powell joined the show to discuss Browns training camp, breaking down the biggest headlines from camp, players generating buzz and what fans should watch as preparations for the upcoming NFL season continue.

(16:15-24:19) Matt Bruning | ODOT 

ODOT Press Secretary Matt Bruning explains shocking new crash video on I-670. The proposed U.S. 23/I-71 Connector project and why transportation leaders believe the new route is needed. The conversation covered how the preferred route was selected, alternative options that were considered, what residents can expect during this week's public meetings and how community feedback will shape the project's next steps.

(26:58- 32:47) Gas Prices 

The team examined the latest Ohio and national gas price trends, discussing what's driving prices at the pump and what motorists could expect in the weeks ahead.

(33:02- 42:41) Toddler Food Study 

Researchers from the University of Texas Austin discussed a new study finding that more than 80% of packaged toddler foods are classified as ultra-processed. The conversation explored why many products fail basic nutrition recommendations, the long-term impact sugar and sodium can have on children's eating habits and how parents can make healthier choices by reading nutrition labels instead of relying solely on toddler-friendly marketing.

(42:59- 48:56) Closing 

The show wrapped up with a visit to the Ohio State Fair, where Bryn shared highlights from her day at the fair before Angela Ann took viewers inside the Showcase Building. The episode concluded with the latest entertainment headlines during the Hollywood Minute, including news surrounding The Odyssey.

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The child endangerment case in Vinton County, Ohio has captured the attention of the nation. 16 children were found in a home in Hamden in conditions law enforcement described as "deplorable."

This special examines the moments investigators found 16 children in what they say was a 12' by 12' room, who the Siders Family is, and what happens to the children now that they're in state care. 

Collin Dorsey and Bryn Casweel talk to our team of reporters who have been at the house, in court, and talking with neighbors. Reporters Carla Rogner, Libby Cathey and Kristen McFarland share the questions they've been asking and what they've heard from neighbors. 

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If you're bored in central Ohio this weekend, you aren't looking hard enough. The Ohio State Fair continues. Pelotonia kicks off its 18th year Friday evening. Thousands of cyclists and even more spectators will fill downtown Columbus to raise money for cancer research. Dublin Irish Fest runs through the weekend as well; filled with Irish food, music and culture. Saturday brings a chance of rain, but it won't be a wash out. 

Pammy Maye offered a plea deal (08:26-10:32)

The woman accused of killing five-year-old Darnell Taylor in 2024 was offered a plea deal. She must accept the deal either Friday or Monday. If she doesn't accept the deal, her case will go to trial in August. If she takes the plea deal, she will plead guilty to aggravated murder and abuse of a corpse. She would face a sentence of 21 years to life in prison. 

Tyvis Powell, 97.1 The Fan, talks sports (10:51-17:37)

From the Buckeyes at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago to Chris Olave's NFL contract, Tyvis Powell is talking all things big when it comes to Ohio sports. 

PAST Foundation Graduation (18:11-24:13)

Since 2000, the PAST Foundation in Columbus has been providing real-world experiences to students to get them ready for the workforce. PAST connects the classroom to scientific research. The Foundation graduated more than a dozen students Thursday. We are joined by one of the students and a program leader talking about how this has shaped the future of central Ohio students.

Pelotonia starts Friday (24:28-34:17)

Pelotonia was founded on one goal: together we can work together to end cancer. Over the past 18 years, it has become one of central Ohio's signature events bringing in more than 8,000 cyclists and 8,000 volunteers. Every dollar raised during the ride goes toward innovative research at the James Cancer Center at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. Pelotonia CEO Joe Apgar joins The Big Picture to share his cancer story and the importance of the event. 

Big changes at the Ohio State Fair (34:47-42:36)

2026 is the 171st Ohio State Fair and a lot has changed since the first one in 1850 in Cincinnati. 10TV anchor Angela An joins to talk about the new buildings at the fairgrounds this year and what visitors to the Ohio State Fair will see and experience.

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BREAKING NEWS: House Explosion Rocks Canton Neighborhood (03:00- 9:32)

Emergency crews continue searching the scene after a powerful house explosion destroyed a home in Canton, critically injuring one person and leaving another unaccounted for. Officials are also assessing damage to surrounding homes as investigators work to determine what caused the blast.

Toddler Dies After Pond Rescue (00:01-02:57)

A 2-year-old girl died after being pulled from a pond at an apartment complex. Police say no foul play is suspected as the investigation continues.

30 Years Without Answers (11:42-16:12)

Westerville police are renewing their search for answers in the 1996 disappearance of Robert Mohney. We hear from investigators about why they're hopeful someone may finally come forward after three decades.

Fauci Faces Senators (16:12-22:51)

Former White House COVID adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate Homeland Security Committee, repeatedly invoking the Fifth Amendment while answering questions about the pandemic. We examine the tense exchange, including Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno's call for an apology over federal mask guidance, and what's expected next on Capitol Hill.

Why Worthington Is Growing (23:10-29:52)

Worthington leaders recently approved a major housing development that's generating debate among residents. We speak with city leaders about the need for additional housing, workforce units, and how the project could shape the city's future.

Dublin Irish Festival Preview (30:22-38:39)

One of Central Ohio's biggest summer traditions returns this weekend. Organizers share what visitors can expect at the Dublin Irish Festival, from music and dance to food, culture, family activities, and opportunities to give back to the community.

Preparing Students for the Future (38:54-44:28)

The PAST Foundation celebrates another graduating class after months of hands-on STEM learning. We talk with students and program leaders about developing real-world skills and preparing the next generation of innovators.

Buckeye Football & State Fair (44:58-52:00)

We wrap up the show with the latest takeaways from Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, plus what visitors need to know before heading to the Ohio State Fair, including new safety measures, discount days, and opening ceremony highlights.

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Then, we headed to the opening day of the Ohio State Fair with everything you need to know before you go, including ticket prices, special discounts, new food offerings, ride deals, and the enhanced safety measures visitors can expect this year.

Football season is getting closer! Former Ohio State Buckeye Tyvis Powell joined us to break down the biggest storylines from Big Ten Media Days before we checked in live with 10TV's Adam King and Nicole Shearin from Chicago for the latest news surrounding the Buckeyes.

We also highlighted the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption's newest list of Adoption-Friendly Workplaces and discussed how businesses can better support adoptive and foster families through expanded benefits.

Finally, SWACO stopped by to explain its new Business Recycling Program, sharing how Central Ohio businesses can access free resources, technical assistance, and grant opportunities to reduce waste and become more sustainable.

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