Columbus Can't Wait

09/08/2026

What does “affordable” really mean? Councilmember Tiara Ross on why federal and state income limits don’t match what Columbus communities actually need, and why the fight to get to deeply affordable housing means depending on governments who don’t always prioritize our people.

The latest episode of Columbus Can’t Wait, featuring our live interview with City Council and Commissioner Erica Crawley, is out now. Link in bio

09/04/2026

“Unless we have the right people, we’re cooked.” Councilmember Councilmember Lourdes Barroso de Padilla on why political will is what will actually move the needle on Columbus’ biggest problems. And don’t stop at voting, hold folks accountable.

New episode of Columbus Can’t Wait, featuring our live interview with City Council and Commissioner Erica Crawley, is out now. Link in bio

06/28/2026

Last week, we visited Juneteenth on the Ave and asked Black Columbus two questions:
1️⃣ What do you love about your community
2️⃣ What would you change?

We have the power to inform our communities, and that starts with asking questions, and listening.
Here’s part one of a two part series. Stay tuned for our next installment, but while you’re here- what do you love about your neighborhood? What would you like to see

06/25/2026

Juneteenth on the Ave we asked Black Columbus two questions:
1️⃣What do you love about your community
2️⃣ What would you change?”

Here’s part one of a two part series. Stay tuned for our next installment, but while you’re here— what do you love about your neighborhood? What would you like to see change?

06/23/2026

If you’re a Whitehall resident, you have until 7:30pm to get in line and cast your vote in the Whitehall special election. To find your polling location visit the Franklin County Board of Elections - Ohio website!

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06/21/2026

Lori Elmore (She/Her) and Amy M Harcar say real conversations are what’s flipping votes against the recall in Whitehall.

The Whitehall recall election is June 23. Tune in for more from the interview at the link in our bio.

06/17/2026

We’re talking the Whitehall recall effort with Michael T. Bivens, Lori Elmore (She/Her) and councilmember Amy Harcar on the latest episode of Columbus Can’t Wait. Tune in now, link in bio.

05/10/2026

Brian Steel should be removed as FOP President. His racist comments were strategic—and dangerous for our community.

05/04/2026

From infant mortality and transportation to school “choice,” Ohio House District 2 candidate gets into what systemic inequity looks like on the ground in Columbus.

Election Day is tomorrow. Click the link in our bio to find your voting location 🗳️