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Ohio State hosts Northwestern at noon as Ryan Day weighs more staff changes

If you're watching today, Ohio State (6-3, 4-2 Big Ten) hosts Northwestern (6-3, 3-3) at noon on Fox, coming off losses to USC and Oregon.

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Ohio State's run defense meets a Northwestern offense that scores in the red zone

97.1
rushing yards allowed per game by Ohio State's defense
190.2
rushing yards per game for Northwestern
94.6%
of Northwestern's red-zone trips end in scores
620
passing yards for Fahey in his last two games

Source: Buckeye Sports Bulletin

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City HallColumbus is weighing an 18% water rate increase that would cost the average household $123 more a yearIf you pay a Columbus water bill, here's a heads-up: the city is weighing another steep increase, 18% this time, that would cost the average household an extra $123 a year. It comes one year after a similar increase was proposed, and Columbus City Council would have to approve it.Today’s editionRead ConcertsMorgan Wallen will play two nights at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 6-7, 2027If you want to see a country superstar in the Shoe, mark your calendar. Morgan Wallen will play two nights at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 6 and 7, 2027. The shows are part of his "Last Time I Checked" tour, a 14-show run across seven stadiums that starts June 11 in Tampa.Friday’s editionRead BuckeyesOhio State can still reach the College Football Playoff, but it needs a lot of helpIf you're wondering whether the Buckeyes are done, they're not. Ohio State is 6-3 overall and 4-2 in the Big Ten, ranked No. 20, after back-to-back losses. Step one is winning out, starting with Northwestern at noon Saturday at Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes are favored by more than 12 points and haven't lost to the Wildcats in 22 years.Friday’s editionRead Health CareOhioHealth plans a nearly $700 million hospital at the old Big Lots headquartersIf you live in northeast Columbus or north of New Albany, a hospital is coming closer. OhioHealth announced plans for New Albany Methodist Hospital, a nearly $700 million investment south of State Route 161 near Hamilton Road. That price doesn't include buying the property.Thursday’s editionRead BuckeyesOhio State falls to No. 20, its lowest College Football Playoff ranking everIf you missed the second College Football Playoff rankings Tuesday night: Ohio State dropped from No. 12 to No. 20 after back-to-back losses to USC and Oregon. That's its lowest spot since the playoff began in 2014. The Indianapolis Star says the previous low was No. 16 in the first rankings on Oct. 26, 2014.Wednesday’s editionRead BuckeyesRyan Day says Ohio State's focus is winning the next game after two straight lossesIf you want to know what Ryan Day thinks went wrong, he met with reporters Tuesday alongside coordinators Arthur Smith and Matt Patricia. NBC4 says the Buckeyes are trying to avoid their first three-game losing streak since 2011 when they host Northwestern Saturday at noon. Special teams coordinator Robby Discher was fired after nine games.Wednesday’s editionRead

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  • Chip KellySaturday is the first time Chip Kelly and Ryan Day coach against each other, and it's homecoming weekend for Kelly, Northwestern's offensive coordinator, who coached Ohio State to a national championship two years ago.

    Saturday is the first time Chip Kelly and Ryan Day coach against each other, and it's homecoming weekend for Kelly, Northwestern's offensive coordinator, who coached Ohio State to a national championship two years ago. The Dispatch says Kelly, 62, is in his first year as the Wildcats' play-caller and has added wishbone and Wing-T concepts. Newsday notes he joined Ohio State's staff in 2024 after resigning as UCLA's head coach.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: The CW Columbus, The Columbus Dispatch, Newsday

  • Warming centersIf you need a warm place to go, winter warming centers are now open, according to the City of Columbus' Department of Neighborhoods.

    If you need a warm place to go, winter warming centers are now open, according to the City of Columbus' Department of Neighborhoods. Sites include Third Shift Warming & Cooling Center at 1015 E. Main St., Jordan's Crossing at 342 N. Hague Ave., The Open Shelter at 1037 Parsons Ave. and Columbus Relief at 2000 Parsons Ave. Star House, at 1220 Corrugated Way, serves youth ages 14-24, and Columbus Metropolitan Library locations are on the list too. NBC4 also reported on the openings.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Fox 28, NBC4 WCMH-TV

  • Ground stopA nationwide FAA ground stop halted flights Friday evening at John Glenn Columbus International Airport over "communication issues" with air traffic control.

    A nationwide FAA ground stop halted flights Friday evening at John Glenn Columbus International Airport over "communication issues" with air traffic control. The Dispatch reported more than 90 delays and three cancellations at John Glenn and Rickenbacker, and WSYX says flights were delayed or canceled for over four hours at John Glenn. The ground stop has been lifted, but 10TV reports delays continued hours afterward.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: NBC4 WCMH-TV, The Columbus Dispatch, WSYX, 10TV

  • Public safetyColumbus is facing challenges recruiting new officers as it considers a $900 million public safety budget proposal.

    Columbus is facing challenges recruiting new officers as it considers a $900 million public safety budget proposal. Union leaders say recruiting and retaining police and fire workers remains a challenge.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 10TV

  • RentA new realtor.com study shows Ohio's median rent is around $1,300 a month, down nearly 3.7% year over year.

    A new realtor.com study shows Ohio's median rent is around $1,300 a month, down nearly 3.7% year over year. Carlie Boos of the Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio called it "very reassuring: supply and demand still works, right?"

    Around Ohio · Today’s editionSource: NBC4 WCMH-TV

  • Jobless claimsOhioans filed 5,264 initial traditional unemployment claims last week, 414 more than the previous week, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services reported Friday.

    Ohioans filed 5,264 initial traditional unemployment claims last week, 414 more than the previous week, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services reported Friday. Continued traditional claims for Nov. 1-7 totaled 35,039, which was 511 fewer than the week before.

    Around Ohio · Today’s editionSource: Business Journal Daily

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  1. 10TVJust now

    The Notebook: Behind the scenes interviews as Ohio State knocks off Northwestern in Columbus

    The Notebook is behind the scenes with Ohio State after the Buckeyes 28-19 win over Northwestern from Ohio Stadium on a cold, gray November Saturday.

  2. WCPO 9 Cincinnati15 minutes ago

    'Amazing experience' | Indian Hill girls soccer team wins D-III state title

    The Indian Hill girls soccer team won the Division III state championship Saturday afternoon in Columbus.

  3. WKRC29 minutes ago

    Indian Hill wins OHSAA Division III state soccer title, finishes season unbeaten

    Indian Hill capped an unbeaten 19-0-4 season with a 2-1 state title win over Bay Village Bay at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Claire Frazier scored twice before a late Bay push fell short.

  4. The Columbus Dispatch39 minutes ago

    Despite the win, Ohio State has room to improve. See grades vs Northwestern

    See how the Buckeyes graded out against Northwestern after dropping back-to-back Big Ten games.

  5. The-Ozone1 hour ago

    Ohio State Gets Back on Track, Grinds Out 28-19 Win Over Northwestern

    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State needed a win. It did not need to be pretty, and for much of Saturday afternoon, it wasn’t. The No. 20 Buckeyes ended their two-game losing streak with a 28-19 victory over Northwestern at Ohio Stadium, leaning on a productive afternoon from Bo Jackson, another record-setting performance from Jeremiah Smith, …

  6. The-Ozone1 hour ago

    Ohio State Defense Finds Its Pass Rush, Takes Step Forward Against Northwestern

    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State’s defense had been searching for a way to make opposing quarterbacks uncomfortable. Against Northwestern, the Buckeyes finally found one. Ohio State recorded five sacks in Saturday’s 28-19 win over the Wildcats, getting a pass rush that had been largely absent for much of the season. Kenyatta Jackson Jr. led the …

  7. WCPO 9 Cincinnati1 hour ago

    Seton girls soccer team wins Division I state championship

    The undefeated Seton soccer team defeated Strongsville 2-1 in the Division I state final Saturday afternoon in Columbus.

  8. WKBN.com3 hours ago

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  9. Cleveland.com3 hours ago

    Strongsville falls to Cincinnati Seton, 2-1, in Division I state girls soccer final after giving up last-minute goal

    Strongsville's late equalizer was short-lived as Seton scored with 49 seconds left to claim a 2-1 victory and an undefeated state championship.

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Ohio State hosts Northwestern at noon; Columbus eyes an 18% water hike

Plus, warming centers are open and a nationwide ground stop hit John Glenn on Friday.

The TLDR

  1. Ohio State hosts Northwestern at noon on Fox
  2. Columbus weighs an 18% water rate increase
  3. Warming centers are open as temperatures drop
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