Morning Beat: Columbus

Ohioans, mark your calendars for critical election dates. Katie Gaudreau shares a heartfelt tribute to her late brothers, Johnny and Matthew. Plus, a deep dive into Columbus' latest cybersecurity woes and a heartwarming penguin tale.

In this episode, we reflect on the tragic loss of Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother. We celebrate the unveiling of Archie Griffin's statue at Ohio State. Plus, we discuss the arrest that brought relief to victims of a downtown nightclub shooting.

Sensitive information about undercover Columbus police officers has surfaced on the dark web, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity practices. A fatal shooting in a Home Depot parking lot leaves a 20-year-old dead and a teenager charged. Plus, a Columbus man receives a life sentence for a deadly AutoZone robbery.

A Columbus woman faces 23 years for kidnapping twin boys, while new Ohio bills aim to ease property taxes for homeowners and renters. Plus, we delve into the tragic training accident that led to a corrections officer's death. Tune in for all the details.

A former officer faces life in prison for drug charges, while a miraculous highway birth story warms hearts. Plus, a student's Viking treasure find and a tragic apartment shooting. Tune in for the latest updates and heartwarming stories.

In today's episode, we delve into a heartbreaking suspected murder-suicide in southwest Columbus and a deadly hit-and-run incident. We also cover major road closures affecting daily commutes and celebrate the Columbus Crew's thrilling victory in the Leagues Cup final. Plus, discover the stunning aurora captured by an astronaut and a pilot.

Despite a 38% rise in housing inventory, Columbus remains a challenging market for first-time homebuyers. We also cover a tragic domestic violence incident and a miraculous cancer research breakthrough. Tune in for the latest updates and insights.

In this episode, we mourn the loss of Deandra Brigham, discuss a troubling voter registration issue, and investigate a deputy's error in a wellness check. Plus, uplifting news about repurposing flowers and water on Mars. Join us for a rollercoaster of emotions and insights.

A second class-action lawsuit hits Columbus over a massive cyberattack, while Gahanna celebrates being the hottest zip code for home sales. We also bring you the heartwarming story of two friends repurposing flowers to spread joy. Tune in for the latest updates and feel-good news.

Join us as we delve into President Biden's emotional farewell at the Democratic National Convention and Kamala Harris's historic nomination. Plus, the latest on the Columbus Zoo fraud case and Ohio State's housing crunch. Don't miss our good news segment featuring a 94-year-old daredevil!