Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther had just finished announcing a proposed capital-projects budget for next year that he said was heavily focused on crime-fighting and public safety when he asked if anyone had any questions. “I’ve got one,” said a quiet voice from the lobby outside the room, crowded with press and city officials. In […]
Following the early-morning mass shooting that wounded 10 in the Short North, Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther issued a statement at 11 a.m. Sunday, followed by Columbus City Council President Shannon G. Hardin issuing a statement at 12:30 p.m. All 10 victims are expected to survive. Here is Ginther’s full statement. “The gun violence that occurred […]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — This weekend the sun shone bright across central Ohio, but a shadow was cast after violence erupted in the city. Five people were shot and killed and three others were injured in three separate incidents. Also this weekend, the city’s summer festival season got a rocky start with fights causing an […]
Greyhound bus terminal case investigation absurd Re “Whitehall city attorney reviewing Ginther call faces residency, Buckeye Lake mayor issues,” Jan. 19: As an attorney concerned about the legal system’s reputation, I’m appalled that Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein chose Whitehall City Attorney Brad Nicodemus to investigate alleged illegal acts by Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther regarding […]
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther was sworn in for his third term Saturday afternoon in a ceremony held at COSI, along with a day of family fun. Ginther, who won his third term in November by defeating Joe Motil, said his goal for this term is to create a future of growth […]