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Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 5/1-5/3/2026

Friday, May 1 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio will offer a wide mix of entertainment, arts and family-friendly activities for the first weekend of May, with festivals, live performances and touring shows highlighting the calendar from May 1 through May 3, 2026. One of the weekend’s marquee... Read More.

Olivia Rodrigo Announces ‘Unraveled’ World Tour and New Album Release Dates

Thursday, April 30 by Lyle F

Olivia Rodrigo announced dates for her Unraveled Tour on Thursday, promoting her upcoming third album, “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.” The 65-date tour begins Sept. 25 at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, Connecticut, and includes arena shows in North America,... Read More.

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Bill Requiring Human Oversight in Workplace AI Decisions

Thursday, April 30 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio lawmakers have proposed new rules for how artificial intelligence can be used in workplace decisions. The legislation, House Bill 828, seeks to set standards for employers who use automated tools in hiring, promotion and disciplinary actions. Reps. Ismail Mohamed, D-Columbus, and... Read More.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER and UNICEF Launch Global Campaign for Youth Mental Health

Wednesday, April 29 by Lyle F

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — K-pop group TOMORROW X TOGETHER is expanding its focus on youth mental health as part of a new global campaign from UNICEF’s Korean Committee. The campaign, “Together for Tomorrow,” was announced at a press conference Tuesday, April 28. It aims... Read More.

Follow Up: KeyBank Building Sells for $5.1 Million

Wednesday, April 29 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The KeyBank Building in downtown Columbus has sold for $5.1 million after a two-day online auction, a sharp drop in value for the 21-story office tower and a sign of ongoing challenges in the city’s commercial real estate market. The auction opened... Read More.

Ariana Grande Announces New Album ‘Petal’ Set for July Release

Tuesday, April 28 by Lyle F

Ariana Grande announced Tuesday that her eighth studio album, “Petal,” will be released July 31. Grande revealed the album’s title, release date, and cover art on social media. The black-and-white cover shows Grande with her hair down, smiling. She said she co-wrote and co-produced the... Read More.

COSI Big Science Celebration Features Hands On Experiments and Family Fun This Weekend

Tuesday, April 28 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — COSI is preparing for a weekend of hands-on activities during its Big Science Celebration. Joe Wood previewed one of the interactive experiments that visitors can try. Wearing gloves and goggles, they demonstrated “elephant toothpaste,” a popular science activity that creates a foamy... Read More.

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Announce New Single ‘Bring Your Love’ After Coachella Collab

Monday, April 27 by Lyle F

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter announced Monday they are teaming up on a new song after their surprise performance at Coachella earlier this month. In a joint post on social media, Madonna and Carpenter shared a black-and-white photo of themselves standing together. Hot pink text across... Read More.

Hot 10 Recap – Week of 4/25/26

Monday, April 27 by Lyle F

NEW YORK (AP) — A mix of global superstars, rising voices and cross-genre collaborations shape this week’s Billboard Hot 100, dated April 25, 2026, reflecting a dynamic moment in popular music where storytelling and sonic versatility are driving listener engagement. Country artist Ella Langley lands... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 4/24-4/26/26

Friday, April 24 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A mix of large-scale sporting events, live music, festivals and community gatherings will headline the weekend of April 24–26, 2026, across Columbus and Central Ohio, offering residents and visitors a broad range of spring activities. One of the weekend’s signature events... Read More.