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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Columbus saw a higher number of homicides, noticeable changes in the demographics of victims and what a state official called “serial killings” during the course of 2023. The Columbus Division of Police shared its total count of homicides in 2023 during a Jan. 11 news conference. The number of victims outpaced […]

As Columbus continues to see a spike in homicides linked to domestic violence, police and advocates are working to stop the disturbing trend.

The city of Columbus is leading a massive effort to get guns off the streets and make communities safer through an annual event to buy back guns

Columbus Police Asst. Chief Greg Bodker said this event was another effort to reduce gun violence in the city.

The cars stretched for blocks in King-Lincoln Bronzeville on Saturday as Columbus police bought back hundreds of firearms from the public.

The cars stretched for blocks in King-Lincoln Bronzeville on Saturday as Columbus police bought back hundreds of firearms from the public.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus took a stand against violence Saturday by holding a gun buyback event where residents could turn in their guns anonymously and get money in return. City leaders said the event was a success, with a line wrapped around the block and hundreds of guns turned in. Columbus police officials said […]

Gov. Mike DeWine and Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther will be joined by local law enforcement leaders Tuesday afternoon to announce a new initiative.

In data released Monday, there were 110 homicides in the city of Columbus this year compared to 100 at this time last year.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus city leaders announced they’re looking to add $600,000 to “Operation Moonlight”. It’s a city wide initiative aimed at increasing police presence at events where there are large crowds – that could turn violent. It’s made possible through Columbus police officers picking up voluntary overtime to not leave their normal shifts. […]