Mike Foley

Reporter, News Anchor

Mike Foley joined WCBE in February 2000, coming from WUFT in Gainesville, Florida. He earned two degrees from the University of Florida, one in Broadcasting and the other in Print Journalism. Growing up and spending the better part of his life in the Sunshine State, Mike continues to adjust to Ohio’s winters. Repeated attempts to structure a contract that would allow him to stay home on days when the temperature falls below 60 have failed. He sometimes becomes grumpy in cold weather, while fellow news colleague Alison remains rather cheerful. But Foley finds strength in the lyrics of Eddie Vedder - “no matter how cold the winter, there’s a springtime ahead.”

Mike loves to golf and listen to music, but his greatest joy comes in spending time with his wife, son, two daughters and their dog. Of course he follows the Gators. His wife - a proud Buckeye grad - keeps him in line. Foley also roots for the Denver Broncos - which works out well with his orange and blue wardrobe. He's questioning that loyalty after Denver dealt Tim Tebow. But he still brings up “The Drive” to news guru and Browns backer Jim, who typically responds in disgust. Besides weather and sports, the news team gets along just fine.

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12:34pm

Mon February 4, 2013
Sports

Oduro Joins Crew In Trade

The Columbus Crew has acquired forward Dominic Oduro from the Chicago Fire in exchange for midfielder Dilly Duka - and the right of first refusal to former Crew midfielder Robbie Rogers.

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12:24pm

Mon February 4, 2013
News

Hope Taft To Continue Serving On Board

Former Ohio first lady Hope Taft has been re-appointed to the state board that regulates the licensing of counselors and other professionals who work to treat and prevent drug and alcohol abuse.

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10:13am

Mon February 4, 2013
News

Officials Seek Help To Identify Fake Distress Caller

The U.S. Coast Guard has announced a $3,500 reward for help in catching a man who's made at least 20 fake "mayday" calls on a marine radio operating in the Monroe area. The Coast Guard's Cleveland office says the man began calling in 2010.

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10:07am

Mon February 4, 2013
News

Etch A Sketch Inventor Dies

An Ohio toy maker says the inventor of the famous red toy that generations of children drew on, shook up and started over has died in France.

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9:41am

Mon February 4, 2013
News

Oberlin Recognized For Environmental Record

Ohio's Oberlin College has been honored by a nonprofit organization for its array of environmental programs and initiatives.

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6:59pm

Fri February 1, 2013
News

OHP Investigating Telephone Scam

The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating several suspicious telephone calls that have been received by Knox and Morrow county residents from individuals claiming to represent the agency.

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6:52pm

Fri February 1, 2013
News

Phony Coupon Scams Spam Residents

The Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio warns residents about an increase in scam coupon offers.

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6:38pm

Fri February 1, 2013
News

Stillwagon Indicted In Shooting

Former Ohio State football star Jim Stillwagon has been indicted in Delaware County in connection with a road-rage shooting last September.

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1:35pm

Wed January 30, 2013
News

Judge Denies Request To Move Rape Trial

A judge has ruled to keep the upcoming rape trial of two Ohio high school football players in the county where the alleged attack happened.

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1:23pm

Wed January 30, 2013
News

Students Compete In Mock Trials

The annual Ohio Mock Trial Competition begins this week, and it's expected to include more than 3,500 students from 180 high schools around the state.

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10:49am

Wed January 30, 2013
News

Battelle Secures Army Contract

Officials with Columbus-based Battelle say the company has won a multi-million-dollar contract to assist the U.S. Army in cyber security research.

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10:28am

Wed January 30, 2013
News

More Money For Summer Food Program

Governo John Kasich has authorized spending up to $1.5 million more to help feed needy children during the summer when they aren't getting free lunches at school.

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1:11pm

Mon January 28, 2013
News

Columbus Police Seek Crime Tips With New Phone App

Police in Ohio's capital city say a new, free smartphone application allows the public to send in crime tips and get responses from officers in an anonymous process.

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12:51pm

Mon January 28, 2013
News

Earthquake Drill Set For Next Week

Ohioans are being urged to practice a specific drill to help them deal with possible earthquakes.

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10:51am

Mon January 28, 2013
News

State Warns Residents About Tax Return Fraud, ID Theft

Ohio's attorney general offers tips to avoid having a criminal intercept your tax refund.

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10:34am

Mon January 28, 2013
News

School Data Investigation Results Coming In Two Weeks

A statewide audit following evidence of manipulation of attendance reporting in some Ohio school districts - including Columbus - is set for release Feb. 11.

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12:35pm

Sat January 26, 2013
News

Drilling Tax Still On Kasich's Agenda

Ohio Governor John Kasich says his proposal to increase taxes on oil and gas drilling will resurface in the upcoming state budget. Speaking to The Associated Press during the World Economic Forum, Kasich said "you can expect that to come back." 

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12:22pm

Sat January 26, 2013
News

Flu Hospitalizations Level Off But Norovirus Cases Climb

The number of Ohioans being hospitalized due to influenza has leveled off over the past week. That’s the word from the state health department. 

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12:31pm

Wed January 23, 2013
News

Ohio Supreme Court To Decide Group's Right To Sue JobsOhio

Ohio's high court has agreed to settle a key legal question regarding the new private economic development entity created by Republican Governor John Kasich.

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9:40am

Wed January 23, 2013
News

The Tuition Guarantee

A southwest Ohio university promises new freshmen that they will pay the same amount for tuition all four years they are in school.

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