Chris Wyche

The city isn't moving forward with a temporary ban on data centers, despite polls showing strong support for such policy. No data centers are currently planned for the city, but those built in surround communities impact Columbus's water system.

Columbus City Council voted unanimously to pass regulations that would cap fees landlords pass on to tenants who are not directly billed for utility services.

About two-thirds of Tiara Ross' spending isn't from her own campaign's fundraising efforts. The strategy has become an issue in the Columbus City Council race as her opponent focuses on grassroots fundraising.

Affordable housing, public safety and more neighborhood representation on Columbus City Council top the list of priorities among the three new council members.