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Cincinnati lead pipe replacement program ramps up amid broader infrastructure push

City program expands removal of high‑risk lead service lines The city’s water utility, Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW), continues strategic work to replace lead service lines. These are the underground pipes that connect homes and businesses to public water mains. These lead pipes pose a known health risk, especially to children, because lead can…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 12, 20260Comments

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Railroad Trust Funds: Why Cincinnati Has Spent Only 12%

Railroad Trust Funds and the 12% Spending Rate Railroad trust funds were approved with the expectation that they would accelerate infrastructure improvements across Cincinnati. However, as of the February 10, 2026 meeting, only about 12% of the allotted funds had been spent. This raised concerns about the utilization of railroad trust funds and their efficiency.…

ByNichole CarminatiFebruary 12, 20260Comments

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Greater Cincinnati regional climate plan aims for 50% emissions cut

The regional climate plan sets a bold emissions reduction target. Greater Cincinnati leaders unveiled a comprehensive regional climate plan this week. The plan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2050, compared with 2022 levels. The initiative represents a major effort to address climate change locally while improving air quality and public…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 12, 20260Comments

Business News

Cincinnati City Council halts data center approvals with interim zoning pause

Data center zoning now requires extra review under a temporary pause. Cincinnati City Council voted unanimously this week to establish a temporary data center zoning control measure that pauses by-right development of new data centers. Officials also rework how these facilities are defined and regulated in the city’s zoning code. The move comes amid rising…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 12, 20260Comments

Travel

CVG international flights expand with new nonstop service

International Service Grows with High-Capacity Flights Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) International Airport is significantly expanding its international connections through CVG international flights. This is driven by demand for nonstop service and seasonal routes. A highlight of this expansion is British Airways, which will operate six weekly nonstop flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for the spring/summer…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 11, 20260Comments

Health

Cincinnati Winter Health and Cold Temperatures

Winter in southwest Ohio has a personality of its own. Cincinnati sits in a large river valley, which means temperatures can shift quickly. One week brings sunshine and flurries over the Ohio River. The next brings freezing rain, sharp wind, and long stretches of gray skies. These changing conditions can have a big impact on…

ByBrett HarnettFebruary 11, 20260Comments

Business

Ohio minimum wage increase drives mixed impacts for Cincinnati small businesses

Ohio minimum wage increase reverberates through Ohio economy The minimum wage increase in Ohio is now official for 2026, pushing the base wage to $11 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.50 for tipped workers, with the hike tied to inflation. Ohio minimum wage increase marks a 30‑cent bump over last year under the…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 11, 20260Comments

Community

Cincinnati property tax reassessment drives homeowner concerns

Cincinnati property tax is at the forefront of homeowner concerns following the latest Hamilton County reassessment. Moreover, the increase of the property tax in Cincinnati have led many owners to confront higher bills tied to updated valuations and new levies. The surge in taxable values has brought financial stress and public outcry at county…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 11, 20260Comments

News

Cincinnati data center permit pause considered amid push for zoning regulations

Cincinnati data center permit pause is under consideration by city officials. Cincinnati leaders are weighing a Cincinnati data center permit pause to allow time for comprehensive regulations. City Council’s Housing and Growth Committee held a special meeting where members discussed halting new permits for about three months so planners can draft tailored zoning measures.…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 11, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati lead pipe replacement program ramps up amid broader infrastructure push

Railroad Trust Funds: Why Cincinnati Has Spent Only 12%

Greater Cincinnati regional climate plan aims for 50% emissions cut

Cincinnati City Council halts data center approvals with interim zoning pause

CVG international flights expand with new nonstop service

Cincinnati Winter Health and Cold Temperatures

Ohio minimum wage increase drives mixed impacts for Cincinnati small businesses

Cincinnati property tax reassessment drives homeowner concerns

Cincinnati data center permit pause considered amid push for zoning regulations

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