Lourdes Barroso de Padilla

The commission would help ensure that immigrant and refugee voices are heard and will try to improve their ability to integrate, thrive and contribute to Columbus.

Columbus' salary history ban went into effect Friday, barring employees under threat of penalty from asking a job applicant about their salary history.

Public art and roadway changes to Sullivant Avenue is expected to help revitalize a two-mile stretch between Interstate 70 and Hague Avenue in the west side Hilltop corridor.

The first Latina ever elected to serve on Columbus City Council is still trying to absorb her election victory in November. Lourdes Barroso de Padilla said she’s excited about working to include more of the concerns of immigrants and their families into the city's plans.

The nominating committee tasked with picking replacements for two retiring Columbus City Council members has submitted one new name for the May 4 primary ballot and endorsed another candidate.

Columbus City Council member Mitchell Brown will step down at the end of this year. It’s the second council resignation in two weeks, and the timing is raising some eyebrows.