About Kya Kelly

Contests

Text “MARLEY” to 52140 for your chance to win a pair of tickets to The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour 2024 on Wednesday, September 28th at Riverbend. Text message and data rates may apply. 🎶

News

Tuesday night, a car collided with the back of a COTA bus, resulting in the death of the driver. According to Columbus police, the crash occurred around 11:15 p.m. on East Livingston Avenue near the Wellesley Road & Eastmoor Boulevard intersection. The driver was identified as 24-year-old Kevin Jones. Jones was traveling eastbound in a […]

News

Almost 150 families who were forced to evacuate from their east Columbus apartments due to unsafe living conditions over a year ago will soon receive settlement payments. Starting April 1st, 149 households from the Latitude Five25 apartments will receive a lump-sum payment of $10,067 each. Despite the settlement, former tenants retain the option to pursue […]

Lifestyle

It’s time to grab your green fits, Liquid IVs, and walking shoes— St. Patrick’s Weekend is here! With St. Patrick’s Day landing on a Sunday in 2024, venues have created a slew of activities and events to enjoy starting as soon as Thursday, March 14. Whether you’re searching for bar crawls, traditional pubs, lively parades, […]

St. Jude Radiothon

Radio One Columbus St. Jude Kids Radiothon 2024 February 29th, 2024 6 am – 11 pm Become A Partner In Hope: Call 1-800-411-9898 or click the banner below! Source: St. Jude / St. Jude   DONATE NOW Why Support St. Jude? Families NEVER receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food – […]

Ohio

https://youtu.be/GK0JosRWZbA A viral news story out of Columbus, Ohio had the internet reflecting on if a young couple took it too far to try to get a 13 year to pay up for his crime. Zachary Boyd and Cece Prak were arrested in January for allegedly holding a 13 year old hostage for breaking into […]

Entertainment

When you hear “Best in Black,” think of the best of who we are… in music, television and film, sports, politics and every other realm that Black culture has touched and turned up a notch! The 6th annual Urban One Honors is no different. You can expect electrifying performances, empowering speeches, and unforgettable moments! This year, […]

Entertainment

  We are days away from the premiere of the 6th annual Urban One Honors, and trust us, it’s a show you do not want to miss! Join us for this star-studded event, as we come together with incredible pride to uplift the outstanding talent of this year’s honorees: Mary J. Blige (Entertainment Icon), Dionne Warwick […]

Entertainment

All hail the queen! The Queen of Hip Hop Soul, that is! Mary J. Blige has cemented herself as a global superstar, and we’re set to give her some “real love!” Get ready for a “family affair” at the 6th annual Urban One Honors because Mary’s contributions to the culture will be celebrated, as we […]

Entertainment

The 6th annual Urban One Honors is right around the corner! This year, we’re giving the Best in Black their well-deserved flowers. Grammy Award-winning songstress LeToya Luckett is back once again to host the fan-favorite Backstage Pass sponsored by Intuit TurboTax.  This special segment brings you exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters.  LeToya will […]

Ohio

Former Ohio State quarterback Art Schlichter, 63, is facing drug charges following a traffic stop where he repeatedly inquired if troopers knew his identity before crack pipes were discovered in his jeans pocket. Body camera footage released by the Ohio State Highway Patrol revealed the encounter, which occurred around 4:20 a.m. on Feb. 2 in […]

Entertainment

In a world where talent often intersects with tenacity, few voices have resonated as powerfully as that of CeCe Winans. With a staggering 15 Grammy Awards under her belt, Winans has not only solidified her status as a musical luminary but has also become a beacon of inspiration for aspiring artists and believers alike. Alongside […]