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FBI Director Kash Patel Addresses White House Shooting

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FBI Director Kash Patel Addresses White House Shooting
FBI Director Kash Patel urges support for National Guard members critically injured near the White House.

FBI Director Kash Patel Addresses White House Shooting

Two members of the West Virginia National Guard are in critical condition after being shot in a targeted ambush near Washington, D.C., subway station on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. ET at 17th and I Streets, just two blocks from the White House, while the troops were conducting a high-visibility patrol.

FBI Director Kash Patel addressed the public, urging support for the injured service members and their families:
“They are here serving our country. They are protecting everyday Americans and citizens around the world in our nationโ€™s capital. Please send your prayers to these brave warriors and their families.”

Authorities said the attack was carried out by a lone gunman, later identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in 2021. The suspect, who was injured during the incident, is in custody. The Justice Department is investigating the shooting as a potential act of terrorism.

The White House was temporarily locked down following the shooting, which was lifted around 5 p.m. ET. While the identities of the injured National Guard members have not been released, officials continue to emphasize the risks faced by service members protecting the nationโ€™s capital.

FBI Director Kash Patel Addresses White House Shooting

The FBI and local authorities are continuing their investigation to ensure the safety of those serving and the public.


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Delaware County Judge Schuck Under Misconduct Investigation

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Delaware County Judge Schuck Under Misconduct Investigation
Delaware County Judge James P. Schuck is under investigation following misconduct allegations.

Delaware County Judge Schuck Under Misconduct Investigation

A Delaware County judge is facing calls to step away from the bench after serious allegations surfaced accusing him of misconduct involving an assistant prosecuting attorney.

According to court documents, Delaware County Common Pleas Court Judge James P. Schuck is accused of engaging in unwelcome sexual conduct and repeatedly showing up at the womanโ€™s home to pressure her into sexual activity. A civil stalking protection order, filed on Nov. 25, outlines the allegations.

Retired Franklin County Judge Richard Frye, appointed by the Ohio Supreme Court to oversee the matter, approved the protection order after an ex-parte hearing, records show.

The complaint states the alleged misconduct occurred on May 13, with additional incidents where Schuck reportedly appeared at the womanโ€™s Delaware apartment uninvited. The complaint also claims the victim previously received an apology from Schuck for โ€œpressuring and scaring her.โ€

The woman additionally requested that Schuck be barred from using court security cameras or CCTV systems to monitor or record her, and from sharing any footage with others.

Schuck did not respond to requests for comment.

Delaware County Administrative Judge Marianne Hemmeter publicly urged Schuck to step aside during the investigation, calling the allegations โ€œseriousโ€ and stressing the importance of judicial accountability. Hemmeter said stepping down temporarily โ€œwould demonstrate a commitment to transparency and public trust.โ€

Delaware County Prosecutor Melissa Schiffel has already requested special prosecutors from outside the county to oversee the case, according to Hemmeterโ€™s statement.

The Office of Disciplinary Counsel, which investigates ethical complaints against judges and attorneys in Ohio, has also opened an inquiry.


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Ukraine and the United States reach a preliminary Peace Agreement with Russia

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Ukraine and the United States reach a preliminary Peace Agreement with Russia
Diplomatic talks between the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia continue as leaders work toward a long-awaited peace agreement.

Ukraine and the United States reach a preliminary Peace Agreement with Russia

Ukraine and the United States have reportedly reached a preliminary agreement aimed at ending the four-year conflict with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to travel to Washington, D.C., later this month to finalize the peace framework, Ukrainian national security adviser Rustem Umerov confirmed.

Umerov noted that negotiators โ€œreached a shared understanding of the core principlesโ€ during discussions in Geneva. However, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that โ€œa few sensitive but manageable issuesโ€ still need resolution through upcoming negotiations between the United States, Ukraine, and Russia.

Meanwhile, U.S. officials, led by Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, continue diplomatic meetings with Russian envoys in Abu Dhabi.

Jeff Tolbert, spokesperson for Driscoll, said talks remain โ€œproductive,โ€ adding that the U.S. delegation is working in coordination with the White House to push for โ€œa sustainable peaceโ€ based on the Trump administrationโ€™s proposed 28-point roadmap.

The proposal includes major concessions for Ukraine โ€” such as ceding territory, restricting military capacity, and abstaining from NATO membership โ€” in return for security guarantees and financial support for reconstruction. Under the plan, Russia would avoid major penalties and receive post-war amnesty.

It remains unknown whether any elements of the deal have shifted during negotiations. President Donald Trump had previously urged all parties to reach an agreement by Thanksgiving.

Columbus City Council Has Approved a Major Utility Rate Increases for 2026


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Columbus City Council Has Approved a Major Utility Rate Increases for 2026

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Columbus City Council Has Approved a Major Utility Rate Increases for 2026
Columbus City Council Has Approved a Major Utility Rate Increases for 2026

Columbus City Council Has Approved a Major Utility Rate Increases for 2026

Columbus, Ohio – Columbus City Council has officially approved some of the most significant utility rate hikes the city has seen in more than two decades.

City officials say the increases are essential to expanding water, power, stormwater, and sanitation capacity as Columbus prepares for rapid population growth.

According to Jon Lee, deputy director of Columbus Water and Power, the city must invest now to keep pace with rising demand.
โ€œThese updated rates will help us build the utility infrastructure required for our growing population,โ€ Lee explained.

Beginning January 1, 2026, residents will see the following changes:

  • Water rates: +18%
  • Electric power: +13%
  • Sanitation: +8%
  • Stormwater: +2%

City leaders say the additional revenue will support major expansion projects, including a new $2.3 billion fourth water treatment plant. To help reduce the strain on households, the city is also increasing eligibility and discounts for its utility assistance programs.

Lee acknowledged the financial burden:
โ€œThis is the largest rate increase in more than 20 years, and we understand the hardship,โ€ he said. โ€œBut the investment is necessary, just like when we expanded sewer capacity two decades ago.โ€

Columbus is planning for a population that could reach three million residents by 2050. The upcoming water plant will increase total capacity to meet that projected demand.

Columbus City Councilmember Christopher Wyche noted that while raising rates is difficult, delaying infrastructure improvements would cost families more in the long term.
โ€œWe are trying to balance sustainable growth with fairness,โ€ Wyche said.

The city has expanded its affordability programs to support low-income households. The income threshold has been increased from 150% to 200% of the federal poverty level, and discounts have risen from 25% to 30%.

Wyche emphasized that more residents should take advantage of these savings:
โ€œOur programs could support up to 100,000 households, but participation is still low. We want more families to enroll.โ€

Overall, the approved increases will raise the average customerโ€™s utility bill by about 12%.


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Governor Mike DeWine Regrets Legalizing Sports Betting Amid Scandals in Baseball

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Governor Mike DeWine Regrets Legalizing Sports Betting Amid Scandals in Baseball
Governor Mike DeWine addresses sports betting controversies following baseball scandals in Ohio.

Governor Mike DeWine Regrets Legalizing Sports Betting Amid Scandals in Baseball

Columbus, Ohio – Following a series of high-profile betting scandals in both college and Major League Baseball, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has expressed regret over signing the 2021 law that legalized sports betting in the state.

Speaking to the Associated Press, DeWine highlighted the unprecedented influence of betting companies and their massive advertising budgets, warning that legalization amplifies the risks. “Gambling has always existed, and it always will,” he said. “But the sheer power of these companies to attract bets is entirely different under legalization.”

DeWineโ€™s remarks come after two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, were indicted for allegedly accepting bribes to manipulate pitches. Similarly, in 2023, the Ohio Casino Control Commission halted bets on the University of Alabamaโ€™s baseball team due to unusual betting activity flagged by an independent integrity monitor.

The governor has consistently advocated for tighter regulations on sports betting. Earlier this year, new limits were introduced, capping certain proposition bets at $200 and excluding them from parlays to reduce potential corruption. DeWine has also supported restricting prop bets in college athletics and has encouraged professional leagues to consider similar measures.

โ€œProp bets are just playing with fire,โ€ DeWine told the AP. โ€œFailing to address this issue is inviting more trouble.โ€

Ohio residents and sports fans alike are watching closely as the state navigates the challenges of legalized sports betting.

U.S. Government Cancels GIS Transport Project in Nairobi


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U.S. Government Cancels GIS Transport Project in Nairobi

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U.S. Government Cancels GIS Transport Project in Nairobi
U.S. Government Cancels GIS Transport Project in Nairobi

U.S. Government Cancels GIS Transport Project in Nairobi

Kenyaโ€™s ambitious urban transport plan has hit a major setback after the United States government cancelled its $44.8 million contribution toward a $60 million Geographic Information System (GIS) platform designed to improve traffic management in Nairobi. The cancellation comes amid changes in U.S. foreign aid policy, delaying critical transport projects in the Kenyan capital.

According to the National Treasuryโ€™s Energy, Infrastructure, and ICT Sector Working Group Report for FY 2026/27โ€“2028/29, projects under the Kenya Millennium Development Fund (KMDF) have stalled. The GIS platform, a core part of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area (NMA) transport plan, was intended to integrate data across transport networks to reduce congestion and support long-term urban planning.

The project began in 2023 following President William Rutoโ€™s visit to the U.S. and a signed agreement with former President Joe Biden. Completion was initially planned for the June 2027 fiscal year, with Kenya contributing $12 million alongside the U.S. funding.

The KMDF NMA Multimodal Transport System was expected to improve coordination across Nairobiโ€™s transport networks, promote safer and more sustainable mobility, and drive economic growth. However, the GIS platform has only reached 30% completion, while key initiatives like zoning regulations and integrated policy guidelines remain unfinished.

Treasury officials have said the stalled projects may be revisited under the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (NaMATA) in the next financial year, pending resolution of funding issues.

The cancellation adds to a growing list of U.S.-Kenya bilateral projects affected by changes in U.S. foreign aid, including trade tariffs and adjustments to USAID programs.


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Columbus Thanksgiving Trash Pickup Schedule: What Residents Need to Know

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Columbus Thanksgiving Trash Pickup Schedule
Columbus announces Thanksgiving week trash collection changes for all service zones.

Columbus Thanksgiving Trash Pickup Schedule: What Residents Need to Know

Columbus, Ohio – Thanksgiving will be observed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and with the federal holiday, many public services across Columbus will temporarily pause including some changes to the cityโ€™s trash collection schedule.

Updated Columbus Trash Schedule for Thanksgiving Week

The City of Columbus follows a holiday service policy that shifts trash pickup forward by one day whenever a regularly scheduled collection falls on a major holiday.
This year, Thursday pickup will move to Wednesday, Nov. 26.

However, recycling and yard-waste services will run on their normal schedules without any changes.

Residents can verify their specific service day through the cityโ€™s โ€œFind My Collection Dayโ€ tool, which provides real-time updates and zone information during holiday weeks.

Thanksgiving Week Collection Dates by Zone

  • Navy Zone: Nov. 26
  • Pink Zone: Nov. 28
  • Ruby Zone: Nov. 30
  • Gold Zone: Nov. 24
  • Gray Zone: Nov. 25

To ensure timely pickup, residents should place trash containers at the curb by 6 p.m. the night before collection and remove them by 2 p.m. after trucks have passed.


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Ohio State Extends Season With 42โ€“9 Win Over Rutgers

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Ohio State Extends Season With 42โ€“9 Win Over Rutgers
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin led the Buckeyes to a decisive win over Rutgers on Saturday.

Ohio State Extends Season With 42โ€“9 Win Over Rutgers

Top-ranked Ohio State kept its undefeated season alive on Saturday, earning a dominant 42โ€“9 victory over Rutgers even with two of its best receivers sidelined.

Quarterback Julian Sayin delivered a steady performance, throwing two touchdown passes, while freshman running back Bo Jackson powered the offense with 110 rushing yards and two scores. The Buckeyes (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten) pulled away in the second half after a slow offensive start.

Ohio State played without star wideout Jeremiah Smith, who leads the team with 902 yards and 10 touchdowns, after he appeared to aggravate a right-leg issue last week. Fellow receiver Carnell Tate also missed his third straight game due to lower-leg tightness suffered during warmups at Purdue.

Despite the setbacks, the Buckeyes led 14โ€“3 at halftime and then scored on four consecutive drives in the second half to seal the win and shift attention to next weekโ€™s rivalry showdown against Michigan.

Sayin completed 13 of 19 passes for 157 yards, including a precise 7-yard touchdown to Brandon Inniss that capped an impressive 98-yard drive. He later connected with tight end Max Klare for an 11-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Klare led all receivers with seven catches for 105 yards.

With receiving depth thin, Ohio State relied heavily on the run game โ€” calling 38 rushing plays to just 22 passes. Running backs CJ Donaldson and James Peoples also recorded touchdowns, helping Ohio State control the pace.

Rutgers scored its only touchdown on a 1-yard run by Antwan Raymond in the fourth quarter, but the Scarlet Knights struggled to generate offense. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis finished with 81 passing yards as Rutgers (5-6, 2-6) prepares for a crucial matchup with Penn State to keep its bowl hopes alive.

Ohio Stateโ€™s victory marks the first time since 1973 that the Buckeyes will enter Michigan week unbeaten and ranked No. 1.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces January Resignation After Trump Clash


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Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces January Resignation After Trump Clash

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces January Resignation After Trump Clash
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign in January following a public fallout with President Donald Trump.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces January Resignation After Trump Clash

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced Friday that she will resign from her congressional seat in January, marking a major shift in Republican politics.

The announcement was posted on her social media accounts and comes only days after Greeneโ€™s highly publicized clash with President Donald Trump. Once one of Trumpโ€™s most vocal supporters, Greene has seen her relationship with the president deteriorate in recent months.

Political insiders note that tension escalated after Greene pushed for the release of sealed documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender whose case continues to fuel national controversy. Her stance reportedly contributed to her falling out of favor with Trump and other GOP leaders.


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Ohio Lawmakers Demand Stronger Safety Measures at OSU Wexner Medical Center

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Ohio Lawmakers Demand Stronger Safety Measures at OSU Wexner Medical Center
Lawmakers call for urgent safety reforms at OSU Wexner Medical Center following a violent assault involving a postpartum nurse.

Ohio Lawmakers Demand Stronger Safety Measures at OSU Wexner Medical Center

Ohio lawmakers are urging the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center to strengthen safety protocols after a nurse was assaulted earlier this month.

In a joint statement released on Nov. 21, Rep. Allison Russo of Upper Arlington โ€” currently running for Secretary of State and State Sen. Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) called on the medical center to implement stronger, clearer security measures to protect both healthcare workers and patients.

The demand follows a Nov. 6 incident in which a postpartum nurse was reportedly choked by a man who was holding a newborn baby during a dispute with the childโ€™s mother. According to the Ohio Nurses Association (ONA), the nurse intervened and was assaulted before OSU police arrested the man. He now faces charges including assault, violating a protection order, and unlawful restraint, per Franklin County Municipal Court records.

The ONA accused hospital administrators of downplaying the severity of the attack and failing to follow proper post-incident procedures. OSU Wexner Medical Center later acknowledged that critical notification steps were missed, delaying support services for the affected nurse and staff until the next morning. The hospital stated that efforts are underway to prevent future lapses.

In their letter, Russo and DeMora pointed out that workplace violence has become a pressing concern, noting that the Wexner Medical Center has already recorded 402 violent incidents in 2024, most of them involving staff assaults.

The lawmakers urged the hospital board to:
โ€ข Improve surveillance and preserve incident footage
โ€ข Review and strengthen security protocols
โ€ข Increase security presence in high-risk units
โ€ข Continue negotiations with nurses and union leaders on violence-prevention policies

โ€œIt is unacceptable that our nurses are not adequately protected,โ€ DeMora said in an email accompanying the letter. โ€œOur healthcare workers must feel safe so they can focus on delivering high-quality care.โ€

As of Nov. 21, OSU Wexner Medical Center had not responded to a request for comment.
The issue reflects a nationwide rise in violence against healthcare workers, and staff at Wexner say such incidents are increasing while often going unaddressed by leadership.


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