Hyundai and Kia vehicle thefts by ‘Real Kia Boys’ target students and surrounding communities

When Keaton Crouch’s neighbor knocked on her door explaining he had just witnessed Crouch’s car being stolen, she was in shock. The Columbus Division of Police, who have seen an increase in Kia and Hyundai auto thefts in Columbus, were not as surprised.  Crouch, a fourth-year in communication, is not alone. Columbus has seen an increase in car robberies and thefts from the self-proclaimed “Kia Boys” on social media, targeting cars in the off-campus area after their initial outbreak in Milwaukee, she said. 

Ohio State to continue current safety programs and patrols this fall

As Ohio State reports fewer campus crimes than past summers, the university will keep its current safety programs, surveillance and joint patrols with University Police and Columbus Division of Police officers for the fall semester.

Experts weigh in on non-prescribed Adderall usage

Drugs that enhance concentration and socialization can entice many, but taking non-prescribed substances may lead to life-threatening side effects, according to experts.

One person injured in shooting at Bullwinkle’s, suspect in custody

One person was injured in a shooting at campus-area club Bullwinkle’s Saturday, according to two Buckeye Alerts issued this morning.

Columbus Police identify students who died from drug-related overdose

The Columbus Division of Police have released the names of the two Ohio State students who died from a drug-related incident at an off-campus house Wednesday night.

Second student passes away from overdosing off-campus

A second student has died after being hospitalized for overdosing inside an off-campus residence, according to a universitywide email from University President Kristina M. Johnson Friday.

Three overdoses occur off-campus leading to one student’s death, prompt university emails

Fake Adderall pills laced with fentanyl found around Ohio State’s campus are causing an increase in overdoses and hospitalizations, according to Columbus Public Health. 

Ohio State updates summer semester COVID-19 guidelines

Ohio State announced in a universitywide email Tuesday that it will adjust its health and safety protocols for the summer semester.  

Ohio State to replace off-campus neighborhood safety notices with interactive crime map

Ohio State will replace off-campus neighborhood safety notices with a new community crime map, the university announced Thursday. 

Acacia fraternity’s status revoked at Ohio State due to conduct violations

The Waw chapter of the Acacia fraternity at Ohio State had its student organization status revoked Thursday for violating the Code of Student Conduct, according to the Sorority and Fraternity Life within the Office of Student Life’s conduct history.