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A person in a blue hooded jacket, face mask, and yellow gloves uses a high-pressure power washer to remove multi-colored graffiti tags from a brick wall in an urban alleyway.

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Graffiti amnesty proposal gains support as Cincinnati reviews cleanup penalties

Cincinnati officials are considering changes to a policy that requires private property owners to remove graffiti or face potential cleanup costs and enforcement actions. The discussion follows concerns from residents and business owners who say they are being forced to pay substantial amounts to remove vandalism they did not cause. The debate gained momentum after…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

Construction workers in high-visibility vests pouring and smoothing fresh concrete for a sidewalk repair in a residential neighborhood.

Community

City funding for Cincinnati sidewalk repairs boosts pedestrian safety plans

Implementing comprehensive Cincinnati sidewalk repairs remains a major priority for local government leaders this year. Frequent pedestrians know the struggle of navigating cracked or uneven pavement daily. Fortunately, city officials are focusing heavily on fixing these dangerous pathways immediately. They want to ensure residents can walk safely to schools, parks, and transit stops. This initiative…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Campaign Zero defends findings alleging racial bias in CPD report

Claims of racial bias in policing have once again taken center stage in Cincinnati. Campaign Zero, a police reform organization, launched a new website that lets the public compare arrest rates for Black and white residents by neighborhood. The website also highlights officers—identified by name—who most frequently stop Black individuals. The platform allows users to…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Apartment renovation projects drive rental upgrades across Cincinnati

The Cincinnati housing market continues to see strong investment in apartment renovations and rental property improvements. Developers, landlords, and affordable housing organizations are directing millions of dollars toward upgrades that modernize older buildings while preserving existing housing units. These projects range from historic rehabilitations and office-to-apartment conversions to large-scale affordable housing renovations. Demand for updated…

ByNina OliverioJune 15, 20260Comments

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Summer drowning prevention takes focus as Cincinnati enters peak swimming season

As the summer recreation season begins, water safety advocates are reminding parents and caregivers that drowning can happen quickly and often without warning. The renewed focus comes as public pools open across the region and families spend more time around water. National experts continue to identify drowning as one of the leading causes of accidental…

ByNina OliverioJune 15, 20260Comments

Bengals Super Bowl contenders debate illustrated by Cincinnati defensive players standing in front of the Cincinnati skyline, Roebling Bridge, and Paycor Stadium under dramatic skies.

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The Bengals Spent Big On Defense. Did They Fix The Right Problem?

At this point last season, the Bengals were posting defensive numbers that looked more like a statistical anomaly than those of a playoff contender. Through the first eleven weeks of 2025, Cincinnati allowed 0.205 EPA per play on defense. No other team in the league was above 0.148. The Bengals defense struggled mightily last season.…

ByRob KantnerJune 14, 20260Comments

Cincinnati police stops report from Campaign Zero displayed on a conference table overlooking downtown Cincinnati and the Roebling Bridge, with research documents and notes nearby.

Politics

Campaign Zero’s Cincinnati Police Stops Report Raises New Questions

A report commissioned by the Hamilton County Public Defender's Office and analyzed by Campaign Zero found wide racial disparities across 16 years of Cincinnati police stops. Police leadership called the Cincinnati police stops report misleading before the public saw it. Some of the sharpest questions surrounding the Cincinnati police stops report come from inside the…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 13, 20260Comments

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Police stop disparities report sparks debate over racial bias claims in Cincinnati

A new report examining Cincinnati police stop data has reignited discussions about racial equity in law enforcement. The study, conducted by Campaign Zero and based on Cincinnati Police Department contact card records, found that Black residents were stopped at significantly higher rates than white residents over a period spanning more than a decade. The findings…

ByNina OliverioJune 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati warehouse safety rules, worker protection updates draw attention across logistics sector

Cincinnati’s logistics and distribution industry is facing renewed attention as employers review workplace safety practices and regulators emphasize stronger worker protections. The region’s warehouse sector plays a significant role in the local economy, supporting transportation, manufacturing, e-commerce fulfillment, and supply chain operations throughout Southwest Ohio. Federal and state workplace safety requirements have not undergone a…

ByNina OliverioJune 12, 20260Comments

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Graffiti amnesty proposal gains support as Cincinnati reviews cleanup penalties

City funding for Cincinnati sidewalk repairs boosts pedestrian safety plans

Campaign Zero defends findings alleging racial bias in CPD report

Apartment renovation projects drive rental upgrades across Cincinnati

Summer drowning prevention takes focus as Cincinnati enters peak swimming season

The Bengals Spent Big On Defense. Did They Fix The Right Problem?

Campaign Zero’s Cincinnati Police Stops Report Raises New Questions

Police stop disparities report sparks debate over racial bias claims in Cincinnati

Cincinnati warehouse safety rules, worker protection updates draw attention across logistics sector

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