Alissa Widman Neese

2 days ago | axios.com | Sami Sparber |Troy Smith |Alissa Widman Neese

Data: Realtor.com; Note: U.S. average is as of April 2025; Chart: Axios VisualsIf you're in the market for a new home, this heat wave may have you thinking about one with a pool. Yes, but: You may have to look around for a while. By the numbers: Only about 9% of Columbus-area homes listed from January through April had pools, according to data from Realtor.com. That's up from just over 3% in 2019, though. The big picture: Our percentage ranks No. 41 out of the 50 largest U.S. metros.

4 days ago | axios.com | Troy Smith |Alissa Widman Neese

Data: NOAA Global Forecast System; Note: Forecasts as of June 18, 2025 at 2am ET; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios VisualsIt is the first week of summer and with it comes a major heat wave. Why it matters: Extreme heat is the top weather-related cause of death in the U.S. It's especially dangerous for older adults, children and people with chronic medical conditions.

1 week ago | axios.com | Alissa Widman Neese

Star, an eaglet born in mid-April along the Scioto River, will soon leave the nest. Photo: Courtesy of John McManusYou don't need to travel outside Columbus to admire our national symbol — for years, visitors have flocked to a nest off Dublin Road just outside downtown. Why it matters: The Birds of Prey and Wildlife Society has transformed an old state-owned parking lot into an impressive viewing area to teach others about bald eagles, track behaviors and meet fellow bird enthusiasts.

1 week ago | axios.com | Alissa Widman Neese

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/Axios๐ŸŽฒ Roll into the weekend at the Origins Game Fair, a tabletop gaming convention celebrating its 50th anniversary. Event schedule. Wednesday-Sunday. $15-50 daily. Kids under 13 free!โšพ Buy some peanuts and Cracker Jacks and watch the Clippers take on the Indianapolis Bats. 7:05pm Wednesday, 12:05pm Thursday, 7:05pm Friday-Saturday and 1:05pm Sunday. $10-32. Promotions schedule, including zoo day on Sunday.

1 week ago | axios.com | Alissa Widman Neese

The hall to a medical exam room, as depicted in "Surviving Ohio State." Photo: Courtesy of HBOA new documentary about Ohio State University's sexual abuse scandal debuts Tuesday on HBO Max, exploring how former campus physician Richard Strauss abused hundreds of male athletes over two decades. Why it matters: Lawsuits from some survivors are still pending. The George Clooney-produced film, "Surviving Ohio State," will bring more national attention to their cases.