Columbus, OH news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In Columbus, OH on Friday, October 16, 2026: Fatal crash in west Columbus after assault; cold front today. Also: Post Malone and HARDY headline Salute 250 concert in Columbus later this month; Twenty One Pilots fans visit Columbus businesses ahead of their Ohio Stadium concert. Weather: Scattered showers early, then mostly fair; temperatures 42–54°F, windy.

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Headlines

An assault led to a fatal crash in west Columbus; police are investigating.10TV · Oct 16, 9:17 AM

Events & going out

Post Malone and HARDY headline Salute 250 concert in Columbus later this month.TicketNews · Oct 16, 3:22 PM

Culture & arts

Twenty One Pilots fans visit Columbus businesses ahead of their Ohio Stadium concert.NBC4 WCMH-TV · Oct 15, 6:00 PM

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