Exchange Club Honors Veteran During Patriotic Month
Columbus club marks One Nation Under God Month with a talk from retired Army Colonel George William Heath.
Columbus Politics News
For readers in Columbus, this page covers government, elections, public policy, civic life and city council decisions. It brings together developments from city hall and the legislative processes that shape the region.
Military
Columbus Dedicates Street Sign to Master Sgt. Tyler Simmons
The city honored the late Ohio Air National Guard member during a dedication ceremony held on Tuesday.
Civic Engagement
Live Poll
Would you take your old campaign yard signs to a recycling drop-off?
Columbus Urges Residents to Recycle Campaign Signs
City officials encourage residents to drop off old yard signs at free recycling locations after the election.
City Hall
Live Poll
Do you think Columbus needs a new mayor rather than Andy Ginther's fourth term?
Leonard to Back Hardin in Columbus Mayoral Race
Congressman-elect Don Leonard plans to endorse Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin in the 2027 mayoral contest.
Immigration
Live Poll
Do you support strict prosecution for non-citizens reentering the country after prior felony convictions?
Federal Grand Jury Indicts Columbus Resident for Illegal Reentry
The 35-year-old Mexican citizen faces federal charges after being removed from the United States five times.
Elections
Live Poll
Does large-scale spending by independent groups undermine the fairness of local city elections?
Darryl Tanner Invests Heavily in Columbus Ballot Measures
A prominent donor is funneling hundreds of thousands of dollars into political action committees ahead of local elections.
More in Politics
This section follows election results, legislation, administrative policies, public debate and civic governance. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it as municipal decisions intersect with daily life. City council proceedings are the primary driver of policy, with planning and budgeting being the most consistent subjects of public interest. Revenue cycles and intergovernmental agreements constrain how quickly new initiatives or infrastructure changes move from proposal to implementation.