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local-news26 days ago

New I-71 Southbound Flyover Ramp Opens in Downtown Columbus This Weekend

The Ohio Department of Transportation is opening a new I-71 southbound flyover ramp in Columbus, nearly a mile long and 100 feet above the Scioto River, to improve safety and reduce congestion as part of the $280 million Downtown Ramp Up project. The ramp will initially open with one lane and eventually carry two lanes, replacing an outdated interchange and enhancing traffic flow through downtown Columbus.

culture3 months ago

Indigenous Peoples' Day and Columbus Day: Celebrations, Controversies, and Observances

Many Americans celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day with events honoring Native culture, while some states recognized it officially. President Biden acknowledged both Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day, but Trump reversed this, emphasizing Columbus's legacy, which drew criticism from Native communities. The article highlights ongoing debates about Columbus's historical impact, efforts for inclusion and healing, and recent policy changes supporting tribal colleges and addressing historical injustices.

us-news1 year ago

Ohio Leaders Unite Against Neo-Nazi March in Columbus

Ohio officials, including the governor and Columbus' mayor, have condemned a neo-Nazi march in Columbus where participants waved swastika flags and shouted racial slurs. The demonstration, which involved around a dozen masked individuals, is part of a rising trend of White nationalist events in the U.S. Despite no arrests being made, the event drew significant backlash, prompting a unity march in response. Officials emphasized that hate and bigotry have no place in the state.

us-news1 year ago

Ohio Leaders Unite Against Neo-Nazi March in Columbus

Ohio leaders, including Governor Mike DeWine and Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, condemned a neo-Nazi march in Columbus where participants displayed swastika flags. The officials emphasized that hate and bigotry have no place in the city or state, urging the group to leave and never return. Despite the march, no arrests were made, although some individuals were detained and released.

local-news1 year ago

Columbus Condemns Neo-Nazi March in Short North Neighborhood

A group of masked individuals marched through Columbus, Ohio, carrying swastika flags, prompting an investigation by local police. The march, which took place in the Short North neighborhood, was widely condemned by city officials, including Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein, who stated that such displays of hate are not welcome. The incident follows a similar protest in Michigan, where demonstrators waved Nazi flags outside a theater. Columbus authorities are working to ensure community safety and reject acts of bigotry.

politics1 year ago

Ohio Leaders Unite Against Neo-Nazi March in Columbus

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Columbus city officials condemned a neo-Nazi march in the Short North Arts District, where masked individuals carried swastika flags and shouted racist obscenities. A confrontation occurred between the group and a bystander, leading to police intervention, but no arrests were made. City leaders, including Mayor Andrew Ginther and City Attorney Zach Klein, emphasized that hate has no place in Columbus and vowed to monitor the group's actions.