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Oct 12, 2026 | Federal Agents Search Washington-Area Home of U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar
PoliticsBreaking news

Oct 12, 2026 | Federal Agents Search Washington-Area Home of U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar

By Felix Maurent • Oct 12, 1:58 PM EDTRead article
Oct 12, 2026 | Exposed How Roadie’s Low Pay and Long-Distance Gigs May Leave Drivers in the Red
InvestigationsBreaking news

Oct 12, 2026 | Exposed How Roadie’s Low Pay and Long-Distance Gigs May Leave Drivers in the Red

Roadie gig listings reviewed by NEWS327 show long routes with payouts that drivers say do not cover the costs of operating their vehicles. An administrative complaint filed with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office on October 11 asks the state to investigate the company’s compensation practices.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 12, 12:59 PM EDTRead article
Oct 12, 2026 | Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on N 4th St
Crime & Public SafetyBreaking news

Oct 12, 2026 | Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on N 4th St

Emergency services and police units responded to an incident where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 2198 N 4th St. The call was reported via 911 at 12:24 AM, prompting an immediate police response and road blockades in the area.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 12, 1:36 AM EDTRead article
Oct 11, 2026 | SWAT Negotiations Underway at Parkwood Avenue Home
ColumbusBreaking news

Oct 11, 2026 | SWAT Negotiations Underway at Parkwood Avenue Home

Police are negotiating with a person barricaded inside a home at 2368 Parkwood Ave in Mifflin Township. Two other people and dogs may also be inside. It is not clear whether the person is armed.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 11, 6:30 PM EDTRead article
Columbus Police Officer Reportedly Struck in Vehicle Collision on North High Street
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Columbus Police Officer Reportedly Struck in Vehicle Collision on North High Street

An officer was reportedly struck in a vehicle collision near 2094 North High Street at East Woodruff Avenue in Columbus Saturday evening.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 10, 7:42 PM EDTRead article
Setting the Standard Why Ohio Judges Must Follow Judge Jody Luebbers’ Example
Crime & Public Safety

Setting the Standard Why Ohio Judges Must Follow Judge Jody Luebbers’ Example

In a state system often rushed toward quick convictions, Judge Jody Luebbers demonstrates how courtrooms should operate by respecting statutory law, mental health evaluations, and constitutional process.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 9, 1:42 AM EDTRead article
ICE Agent Shoots Driver in the Bronx, Triggering Protests and Arrests
World News

ICE Agent Shoots Driver in the Bronx, Triggering Protests and Arrests

Demonstrations erupted in New York City after an ICE agent shot a man inside a vehicle in Marble Hill, leading to a tense standoff and multiple detentions.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 8, 11:13 PM EDTRead article
Trump Weighs Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Surging Fuel Prices
World News

Trump Weighs Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Surging Fuel Prices

President Trump confirmed he is considering a temporary pause on the federal gas tax to relieve driver costs at the pump ahead of the November midterm elections.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 8, 12:13 AM EDTRead article
Ohio Data Center Tax Breaks Spark Debate Over Rising Electric Bills
Politics

Ohio Data Center Tax Breaks Spark Debate Over Rising Electric Bills

Political mailers circulated by the Ohio Democratic Party target Jon Husted over $2.5 billion in tax exemptions for major tech data centers, linking the incentives to soaring utility costs for Ohio residents.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 6, 8:25 PM EDTRead article
Trump Signs Executive Order Allowing Highway Use of Tax-Free Red-Dyed Diesel
World News

Trump Signs Executive Order Allowing Highway Use of Tax-Free Red-Dyed Diesel

President Trump has signed an executive order waiving off-road restrictions on red-dyed diesel fuel, temporarily permitting its on-road use and deferring federal fuel taxes to lower costs for consumers, truckers, and farmers.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 6, 1:12 AM EDTRead article
U.S. Monitoring Reports of Containment Breach at Russian Biological Facility
World News

U.S. Monitoring Reports of Containment Breach at Russian Biological Facility

U.S. officials are closely monitoring reports of an accidental pathogen release at a specialized research facility in Russia, raising international biosecurity concerns.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 5, 11:56 PM EDTRead article
NEWS327 Flags New Holland Gas Station Over Sky High Fuel Prices
Investigations

NEWS327 Flags New Holland Gas Station Over Sky High Fuel Prices

NEWS327 documented regular gasoline at $4.89 and diesel at $6.89 at a Sunoco in New Holland, Ohio, raising serious concerns about whether customers are receiving the fuel tax savings recently approved by the state.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 5, 9:28 PM EDTRead article
Columbus Police Maintain Perimeter at Gault Street During Ongoing Barricade Investigation
Crime & Public Safety

Columbus Police Maintain Perimeter at Gault Street During Ongoing Barricade Investigation

Columbus police remain at 1893 Gault St., Columbus, Ohio, where officers have established a perimeter while investigating a possible barricaded suspect.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 5, 4:41 PM EDTRead article
SWAT Searches for Shooting Suspects in Columbus, Ohio
Crime & Public Safety

SWAT Searches for Shooting Suspects in Columbus, Ohio

SWAT reportedly responded to 2752 Brentnell Avenue in Columbus, Ohio, during a search for suspects connected to an earlier shooting. An arrest has not been confirmed.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 5, 12:28 AM EDTRead article
Ohio Justice Officials Face a Test at the Ballot Box as Voters Weigh Accountability and Change
Politics

Ohio Justice Officials Face a Test at the Ballot Box as Voters Weigh Accountability and Change

The approaching election gives Ohio voters an opportunity to scrutinize elected justice officials and replace those whose records fail to uphold fairness, integrity, and public trust.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 4, 10:09 PM EDTRead article
Oct 3, 2026 | Another Gas Station Draws Attention Over High Fuel Prices
Columbus

Oct 3, 2026 | Another Gas Station Draws Attention Over High Fuel Prices

NEWS327 documented regular gas at $4.49 and diesel at $6.89 at a Marathon location in London, Ohio.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 3, 6:13 PM EDTRead article
Another One Gets Busted NEWS327 Questions $4.56 Gas Price at Cardington BP
Investigations

Another One Gets Busted NEWS327 Questions $4.56 Gas Price at Cardington BP

NEWS327 documented regular gasoline posted at $4.56 per gallon at the BP/Duchess location at 101 Gilead St. in Cardington, Ohio. A clerk told NEWS327 that management had instructed employees not to speak with the press about the pricing.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 2, 5:02 PM EDTRead article
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Ohio News

NEWS327 GAS WATCH Ohio Stations Face New Scrutiny as 90-Day Fuel Tax Cut Begins

NEWS327 is launching a continuing investigation into gasoline prices across Ohio as the state's 90-day fuel-tax reduction takes effect October 4. After documenting major price differences during an October 1 observation in Central Ohio, NEWS327 will continue tracking stations to determine whether the tax savings required under the new law are reaching motorists at the pump.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 2, 2:41 AM EDTRead article
Cruz and Jack Smith Clash Raises a Bigger Question, Who Holds America’s Justice System Accountable?
Columbus

Cruz and Jack Smith Clash Raises a Bigger Question, Who Holds America’s Justice System Accountable?

Sen. Ted Cruz’s heated questioning of former Special Counsel Jack Smith has renewed debate over prosecutorial power and government accountability. But the larger issue reaches far beyond Washington how America protects judicial independence while ensuring that people who have completed their sentences have a meaningful opportunity to rebuild their lives.

By Felix Maurent • Oct 1, 1:57 AM EDTRead article
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Columbus

Ohio Gas Tax Break Passes, but Drivers Say 90 Days Is Not Enough

Ohio lawmakers have approved a 90-day suspension of the state gas tax, but some drivers and protest supporters say temporary relief falls short. They are calling for longer-lasting action to bring fuel prices down.

By Felix Maurent • Sep 30, 5:03 PM EDTRead article