Jared Clayton Brown
Digital News EditorJared Clayton Brown joined the WOSU News team in November 2022. He spent seven years working for the Fox and NBC affiliate stations in Louisville and three years with the CBS affiliate station in Columbus.
Jared is a proud Detroit native and big University of Michigan fan. As a Columbus resident, he is always happy to engage in a friendly exchange with all Buckeye fans.
Jared's interest in journalism was sparked during his time at Eastern Michigan University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree majoring in English Language with a minor in Electronic Media and Film Studies.
He later earned his Master of Arts in Popular Culture degree from Bowling Green State University by writing his thesis on his all-time favorite TV show, "The Golden Girls." Completely familiar with all 180 episodes of the iconic series, Jared is always eager to meet and chat about the show with other fans.
During his time in grad school, Jared completed internships at PBS, NPR and CNN.
To relax, Jared loves to read, take long walks, listen to music, sing, swim and watch "The Golden Girls" reruns.
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WOSU has all the information you need to help you prepare to vote in the upcoming 2026 statewide primary elections. -
Connor Grubb was acquitted by a jury in November on charges of murder, felonious assault and involuntary manslaughter in the 2023 shooting death of 21-year-old Ta'Kiya Young in a Kroger store parking lot. -
Jeffrey Epstein was Les Wexner's money manager for several years as the billionaire built up his retail empire with companies including Victoria's Secret, Bath and Body Works and Abercrombie and Fitch. Wexner also paid for Epstein's mansion in New York City. -
Around 1.4 million Ohio residents receive a total of $264 million in SNAP benefits every month. That breaks down to a monthly average of $190 in SNAP benefits per person. -
Central Ohio voters will decide on several ballot issues this fall, including Columbus City Council, Columbus school board and several major levies. -
At least three of the shooting victims went to area hospitals for treatment. -
Both of the officers were taken to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center for treatment. One officer is in critical condition and the other officer is stable. -
Business & EconomyLip-Bu Tan will begin serving as the company's CEO, effective March 18, according to a news release. -
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Police say the man who was shot was in his early 20s.
