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Nina Oliverio

Niña Mae Oliverio is a multimedia journalist from Cebu, Philippines, whose work spans digital, broadcast, and community-centered reporting. She served as a Correspondent for the People’s Television Network (PTV), delivering live reports and in-depth stories for a nationwide audience. Prior to that, she has worked as a Multimedia Reporter for CDN Digital, where she covered breaking news, developed feature stories, and produced SEO-driven multimedia content for Cebu and the Visayas.

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A police officer speaking to a driver through the window of a car during a traffic stop, illustrating the context of Ohio House Bill 492 identification requirements.

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New Ohio traffic stop law changes identification rules for motorists

Ohio motorists and passengers will face new identification requirements during certain traffic stops after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 492 on July 7. The legislation changes Ohio law by requiring drivers to disclose their name, address, and date of birth when requested by a peace officer during a lawful traffic stop. It also expands…

ByNina OliverioJuly 9, 20260Comments

A teacher sitting at a classroom table, assisting two students with a project on a laptop.

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CPS strategic plan enters final review as Cincinnati Public Schools seeks community feedback

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is asking parents, students, educators, staff, and community members to provide final feedback on its proposed four-year strategic plan before the Board of Education considers adopting it next month. District leaders hosted several public town halls on Wednesday and encouraged residents to participate through additional in-person and virtual meetings as well…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati subscription businesses expand as recurring revenue gains momentum in 2026

Subscription-based business models are becoming a larger part of Greater Cincinnati’s economy as startups and established companies pursue more predictable revenue streams. Rather than relying on one-time sales, many businesses now offer memberships, monthly plans, maintenance packages, software subscriptions, and premium digital services. The trend extends well beyond streaming entertainment. Local entrepreneurs increasingly use recurring…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Aerial view of the Fort Washington Way highway trench in downtown Cincinnati.

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Fort Washington Way caps debate grows as Pureval addresses railway trust questions

Mayor Aftab Pureval said his administration has not proposed using Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust dollars to pay directly for construction of the highway caps. Instead, he said city officials are evaluating whether trust funds could legally support related infrastructure improvements connected to the broader redevelopment effort. His comments came after former Cincinnati Mayor Charlie Luken…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Exterior view of a modern industrial logistics facility at sunset, illustrating Cincinnati's industrial real estate market.

Business News

Vacancies plummet across the Cincinnati industrial market as developers race to build

The Cincinnati industrial market is experiencing a massive resurgence as developers meet soaring logistics demand. A plunge in the Cincinnati industrial market vacancy rate pushes major corporations to secure space rapidly. Greater Cincinnati is witnessing a massive commercial real estate boom. Modern distribution centers are filling up rapidly as construction crews race against demand. Companies…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

An aerial view of the University of Cincinnati campus on a sunny day, featuring students walking along tree-lined pathways near large brick buildings.

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Record freshman class pushes University of Cincinnati enrollment past 55,000 this fall

The University of Cincinnati is preparing to welcome the largest freshman class in its history as orientation sessions continue in Clifton ahead of the fall semester. University officials expect total enrollment to exceed 55,000 students this fall, extending more than a decade of steady growth and setting another institutional record. According to university leaders, the…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

A group of five diverse young professionals collaborating around a large data monitor in a modern 'Midwest Innovation Hub' co-working space, with one woman pointing at the screen. The office has exposed brick walls and large windows with a city view.

Cincinnati AI startups challenge major Midwest tech hubs for dominance

Cincinnati AI startups are rapidly transforming the regional economy and challenging established tech centers. Investors now recognize Cincinnati AI startups as powerful drivers of Midwestern tech innovation. Cincinnati AI startups currently lead a quiet but powerful technological revolution across the Midwest. These innovative businesses consistently challenge larger regional hubs like Chicago and Columbus for talent.…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati pools help families beat the summer heat with expanded cooling options

As hot weather continues across Greater Cincinnati, families have more opportunities than they have seen in years to cool off at public pools, spraygrounds, and recreation centers. The Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) has opened 23 of its 24 public pools along with all nine city spraygrounds, marking the largest number of operating outdoor aquatic facilities…

ByNina OliverioJuly 7, 20260Comments

Close-up of the side of a Cincinnati Police cruiser with emergency lights flashing at a city street scene at night.

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Downtown shooting leaves juvenile injured in Cincinnati, police investigating

A juvenile suffered a gunshot wound after a downtown shooting in Cincinnati late Monday night, prompting an active police investigation. Officers determined the downtown shooting occurred near the intersection of Ninth Street and Walnut Street after the victim arrived at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center with a gunshot wound around 11:17 p.m. Monday. Police have…

ByNina OliverioJuly 7, 20260Comments

Aerial view of the continuous Green T-intersection at State Route 32 and Interstate 275, showing the highway lanes and traffic flow designed for crash reduction.

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Green T intersection cuts crashes by 65 percent at SR 32 and I-275, ODOT says

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says a redesigned intersection in Clermont County has produced a major improvement in roadway safety. State officials reported that crashes at the State Route 32 and Interstate 275 interchange have dropped by 65 percent since the agency converted the area to a Green T intersection. The results highlight how…

ByNina OliverioJuly 7, 20260Comments

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New Ohio traffic stop law changes identification rules for motorists

CPS strategic plan enters final review as Cincinnati Public Schools seeks community feedback

Cincinnati subscription businesses expand as recurring revenue gains momentum in 2026

Fort Washington Way caps debate grows as Pureval addresses railway trust questions

Vacancies plummet across the Cincinnati industrial market as developers race to build

Record freshman class pushes University of Cincinnati enrollment past 55,000 this fall

Cincinnati AI startups challenge major Midwest tech hubs for dominance

Cincinnati pools help families beat the summer heat with expanded cooling options

Downtown shooting leaves juvenile injured in Cincinnati, police investigating

Green T intersection cuts crashes by 65 percent at SR 32 and I-275, ODOT says

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