Water rescue workers pulled an unidentified male out of the water. An initial investigation revealed the male suffered a single gunshot wound to the head.

The Scioto Mile greenway promenade, fountain and parks along the Scioto River in downtown Columbus were named one of USA TODAY's Most Treasured Views in May 2025. But as Megan Sheeran explains in ...

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Since Columbus was founded, caring for the Scioto River has been a balancing act. In addition to providing drinking water, the river has been utilized for a variety of economic, recreational, and ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — An investigation is underway after a man was found dead in the Olentangy River near the Arena District. According to Sgt. Joe Albert, a 911 caller said they believed they found ...

Presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, the festival will be held in Bicentennial Park and West Bank Park along the Scioto Mile Downtown riverfront from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 18 ...

Discover the Scioto Superfest: homemade rafts, vibrant photos and Columbus community spirit! Experience the Scioto Superfest through the lens of local photographer David Lucus, showcasing vibrant ...

A man's body with a gunshot wound was found in the Olentangy River near downtown Columbus. Police are investigating whether it was a homicide or self-inflicted.

A Columbus 911 dispatcher said authorities received a call at 7:54 a.m. July 21 about someone in the water near 600 Nationwide Boulevard, located between Lower.com field and the Olentangy River.