A spokesman for the Columbus Division of Fire said the fire itself was not very large, but was putting off a large smoke plume.

The slowdown is affecting businesses large and small. Galicia said El Toro Meat Market, a Mexican grocery chain with four locations in central Ohio owned by Fernando Alcauter, has also seen a sharp drop in customers. Alcauter declined to comment further. For affected business owners, the uncertainty is the hardest part.

The Columbus Crew gave one of their veteran midfielders a contract extension on Tuesday, keeping the Olmsted Falls native with the club long term.

Sean Zawadzki has logged 6,162 minutes through his first four MLS starts for the Crew, now extended through the 2030 MLS season.

Columbus Police continue to ask for the public’s help as they search for a dangerous prowler believed to be targeting homes near Sawmill and Hard roads on the c

A furniture supplier in Columbus will suspend operations next month. JTB Furniture will send out its last shipments in February, Jim Donnelly of Prime Hospitality confirmed on Tuesday. The facility produces furniture for the hospitality industry,

Megan Pando, owner of two Columbus-based businesses, will appear in the Jan. 14 episode of ABC's popular show Shark Tank to pitch Makers Social.

Columbus police are searching for two people of interest after a theft at McDonald's. They are asking for the public's help in identifying them. Authorities posted these photos on social media. Columbus police said the theft happened Sunday around 7:30 p.m. If you recognize them, call the Columbus Police Department at 402-564-3201.

Six candidates remain in the race for Columbus mayor after District 1 City Councilman Byron Hickey dropped out of the contest.