Columbus leaders, students address safety during town hall after shooting near East High
Published on March 5, 2026.
Columbian city leaders, students, and school officials addressed safety concerns at a town hall following a shooting near East High School. The meeting, which took place just days after a teenage boy was shot near the school, was aimed at addressing the issue of youth gun violence. Students expressed frustration and concern that shootings involving young people are becoming more routine. Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther acknowledged that it will take more than just the city government to address the issue. The town hall also included a standing ovation for the football coach who helped the injured teen.
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