Monday March 6, 2017

The Columbus murder clearance rate has been cut nearly in half since the 90’s. What's causing the drop in solved murders?

March 06, 2017

Hello Monday. James here.

Policing has been one of the hottest topics in recent years, and Zoey Miller today takes a look at how well Columbus police have been solving homicides - and data shows it's not a pretty picture.While much of the conversation around policing seems of late to be partisan, and a flashpoint, I believe everyone would agree that this is troubling.Navigator full story: The Plummeting Rate of Solved Murders in the Capitol City

The Rundown:Weather: 55. Rainy. 90% chance of rain 

Navigator Originals:9 Indoor Activities Perfect For Kids In WinterFeels like we've barely had a winter this year - but here are some great things to do with the kids on those slushy days.A Shout Out To Paul Strong From The Power Morning CrewZoey Miller writes about a high school encounter with Paul Strong, formerly of Power 107.5.14 Fitness Fanatics To Follow On Instagram From The 614The Arnold just concluded, and I'm sure much of Columbus is feeling inspired when it comes to fitness. Follow these 14 accounts to keep that inspiration flowing every time you open Instagram.

The Monday Conversation:Ever wonder what happened to all the closed Big Bears in Columbus? Most have found new lives. [Columbus Business First/Smith]The Dispatch has a great look back at City Center, eight years after it's closing. Downtown is better off, but I do miss that elevator sometimes. [Dispatch]Only one Columbus library branch is named after a person - the Martin Luther King branch on E. Long. Dean Narciso looks at the history of the branch and the architect designing the new replacement. [Narciso/Dispatch]Congratulations to Columbus Underground on 15 years! [CU/Walker & Anne Evans]

Longread for your lunch break:You can lease a car, but did you know you can lease a dog? You may wonder how it's legal to "rent" a dog for 34 monthly lease payments of $165.06 (and then have the opportunity to buy out the lease for another $300+.) I certainly did.Today's longread:

I’m Renting a Dog? Can purebreds on leases democratize credit? The Nevadan behind Wags Lending thinks so:

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