The Big Picture: School Closures, Ohio's New Women's Monument & Columbus Issue 9 Columbus City Schools is facing some tough decisions as district leaders consider more school closures, transportation changes, and ways to close a $50 million budget gap. We're breaking down what families need to know. Plus, a powerful new monument at the Ohio Statehouse honors the women who helped shape history. We sit down with artist Brenda Councill to discuss the inspiration behind her work. We're also taking a closer look at Columbus Issue 9 and what it could mean for representation at City Hall, highlighting National Move Over Day and the importance of protecting roadside workers, and following new developments in a Licking County child endangerment investigation. And before we go, an update on North Market construction and a Halloween food combination you might have to see to believe: Sour Patch Kids on chicken wings!
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Columbus City Schools is considering up to 10 additional school closures as leaders work to address a $50 million budget shortfall. We discuss potential changes to school boundaries, the possibility of eliminating high school busing, and what parents need to know ahead of a critical board vote expected by December.
6:27-11:25
Marsha shares the emotional story of a family seeking justice after losing a loved one to domestic violence. We discuss the impact of domestic violence in Columbus and the resources available to those who need help.
13:26-20:30
With National Move Over Day approaching on October 17, we're highlighting the dangers faced by emergency responders, tow truck drivers, and roadside workers. We discuss why slowing down and moving over can save lives.
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A new monument at the Ohio Statehouse celebrates the contributions of women throughout Ohio's history. Artist Brenda Councill joins us to share the inspiration, symbolism, and meaning behind her work, and what she hopes future generations take away from it.
32:58-41:37
Columbus City Council President Pro Tem Rob Dorans joins us to break down Issue 9 ahead of the November election. We discuss the proposal to expand City Council from nine to 13 members, how representation could change, the potential cost to taxpayers, and the differences between Issues 8 and 9.
44:01-47:18
Two adults are facing charges after investigators found nine children living in unsafe conditions in Licking County. We examine the case and revisit a separate investigation in Vinton County involving 16 children.
47:18-50:31
Construction around Columbus' North Market is now expected to wrap up around June 2027. We look at what's planned for the expanded development, including new vendors, apartments, hotel rooms, event space, and parking.
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We wrap up with a look at the weekend forecast, the Grandview Pumpkin Run, a health update involving Pope Leo, and Wingstop's unusual Halloween collaboration with Sour Patch Kids.