Celebrations are in order! The Columbus Crew are MLS champions after winning the MLS Cup 2-1 over Los Angeles FC at Lower.com Field in Downtown Columbus. Columbus’ title win marks the third time they have won MLS Cup, joining the LA Galaxy and D.C. United as the only MLS clubs to win the title three […]
Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding an untimely death of 50-year-old Larry Bernard House Sr. outside a Lima nursing home last week. House, a resident at “CareCore at Lima”, was reportedly left unattended outdoors in 20-degree weather after being taken out for a cigarette break on the evening of Nov. 27. His sister, Betty Henry, […]
Ohio’s minimum wage is set to experience a boost in the coming year, as state officials announce an increase for both nontipped and tipped employees. Starting January 1, 2024, nontipped employees will see their hourly wage rise by 35 cents, going from $10.10 to $10.45. Meanwhile, workers who rely on tips will witness an increase […]
Amidst the ongoing genocide in Gaza, Cincinnati high school students from the School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA), took a stand on Monday Dec. 5th, staging a walkout and marching to City Hall in solidarity with those affected by the violence. SCPA students, organized by senior Braxton James Simmons, voiced their concerns about the […]
Ohio State’s star running back, Miyan Williams, has officially declared himself eligible for the upcoming NFL draft, marking the end of his impressive collegiate career. The fourth-year senior, who led the Buckeyes in rushing during the 2022 season with 825 yards on 128 carries and 14 touchdowns, faced a challenging 2023 campaign due to injuries. […]
Monday night (November 20, 2023), a shooter opened fire at a Walmart near Dayton, Ohio, leaving four people wounded before taking his own life, according to the Beavercreek Police Department. The male suspect entered the store at approximately 8:35 p.m., shooting four individuals before fatally turning the gun on himself, succumbing to an apparent self-inflicted […] The post Beavercreek Walmart Shooting: Four Injured, One Dead appeared first on 101.1 The Wiz.
A tragic collision unfolded on Interstate 70 in Licking County as a Pioneer Trails charter bus, en route to a Columbus conference with students and chaperones from Tuscarawas Valley Local School District, was rear-ended by a semi-truck. 5 vehicles were involved, including the charter bus. The crash resulted in three fatalities and over a dozen […]
The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival brought its inaugural festival to Howard University last weekend, and it was all about celebrating distinguished HBCU alumni in the film industry, along with shining a light on the next generation of filmmakers. Over the three-day event, which was hosted by comedian and TV host Loni Love, attendees came […]
As Ohio gears up for its general election, voters play a pivotal role in determining the fate of various statewide and local issues this November. Alongside the high-stakes national and state elections, Ohioans have several matters on the ballots, including reproductive rights and marijuana legalization, as well as local races and issues. Please note that […]
We are sad to announce longtime NBC 4 anchor, Mike Jackson, has passed away at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer. Jackson dedicated over four decades to the world of broadcasting, including 25 years on air at NBC4. According to NBC4, in 2019, Jackson suffered a stroke that led to his absence from […]
We are sad to announce longtime NBC 4 anchor, Mike Jackson, has passed away at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer. Jackson dedicated over four decades to the world of broadcasting, including 25 years on air at NBC4. According to NBC4, in 2019, Jackson suffered a stroke that led to his absence from […]
Simply put, the culture lost a giant in Richard Roundtree. The legendary movie and television star’s contributions to Black entertainment will never be forgotten. As we reflect on his life and legacy, we remember him as a trailblazer who truly broke barriers for many generations of Black actors on screen. While his credits spanned over […]