Columbus Local Pulse: Shooting, New Laws, Job Openings, Business Buzz, Weather, and Sports Updates

Good morning, this is Columbus Local Pulse for Friday, December 26. We kick off with breaking news from last night, a shooting on Cleveland Avenue near Universal Mall in north Columbus. Police say a vehicle was targeted around 6:30 p.m., but no victims reported yet. Its an active investigation, so were staying cautious around that area today. Separately, a body was recovered from the Scioto River near Griggs Dam yesterday, and Columbus police are looking into it sensitively. Our hearts go out to the families involved. Shifting to city hall, no big decisions this week, but keep an eye on state changes like Ohios new law ending the grace period for mailed ballots starting March. It means get those absentee votes in by poll close next time, affecting how we all vote. On the job front, we see over 150,000 openings statewide, with more than 60,000 right here in north Columbus areas like 43229. Entry-level spots from Aerotek offer 45,000 base pay rising fast to 55,000 after a year, perfect for our listeners starting out. New business buzz includes a Cleveland-based Creole restaurant opening in Short North, replacing a tapas spot, and Tertulia Bakery and Cafe now fully launched there too. Stacked Burger Co. earns raves for its clean eats near downtown. Weather today brings mild temps after our warm Christmas, but windy and wet conditions could slow drives on I-270 or High Street. Bundle up for evening chills, with frigid air hitting next week, impacting outdoor plans. Sports note, funeral services Monday for Truro Township firefighter Tyler Norwood in Reynoldsburg, honoring his service. Buckeyes fans, get ready for that i dotter at this weekends game. Looking ahead, check the Columbus Coffee Festival soon, and community meals like Meals on Wheels delivered Christmas cheer all day. For a feel-good lift, Eastons Grand Illumination lit up our holidays beautifully. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe. This has been Columbus Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.