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Is Cincinnati a walkable city?

Article Summary Cincinnati’s walkability is mixed. The city averages a Walk Score of about 49, meaning most errands require a car, but downtown neighborhoods like Over-the-Rhine, the Central Business District, and Corryville are highly walkable. Outside the urban core, walkability drops, especially in suburban areas. Residents and advocates praise central neighborhoods but call for better…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 20, 20260Comments

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City of Cincinnati faces tight budget after ARPA funds end

Article Summary Cincinnati is facing a tight budget as federal ARPA pandemic relief funds end. This leaves a projected $10.2 million deficit for FY 2026–2027. City Manager Sheryl Long balanced the budget through roughly 2% departmental cuts, reduced spending, and vacant positions. As a result, the city avoided major layoffs. However, officials warn long-term stability…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 20, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati warming center opens on MLK Day amid dangerously cold forecast

Article Summary Cincinnati opened a warming center on Martin Luther King Jr. Day as dangerously cold temperatures and near-zero wind chills affected the region. The Cincinnati warming center operated at the St. Anthony Center in Over-the-Rhine from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering meals, transportation, clothing, and support services. Additional recreation centers served as warming…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Columbus poised as second-largest data center hub in Great Lakes region

Article Summary Columbus is on track to become the second-largest data center hub in the Great Lakes region, behind Chicago, according to a new multi-state report. Growth is driven by strong infrastructure, available land, reliable power, and business incentives, with major firms like Amazon, Meta, and Google expanding nearby. Ohio already hosts more than 100…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

Health

From Eggs to Code: Why Flu Vaccines Are Moving Toward mRNA

For decades, flu vaccines have been made the same way: growing weakened viruses in chicken eggs and injecting them to train the immune system. It works, but it’s slow, imprecise, and increasingly outdated. What the COVID-19 pandemic proved is that a more modern method exists. The success of mRNA vaccines has accelerated a shift that…

ByBrett HarnettJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati weather forecast calls for winter cold and snow chances

Article Summary Cincinnati’s weather forecast this week calls for cold temperatures, scattered snow, and fluctuating conditions across the Tri‑State region. The week begins frigid, with Monday’s highs near 21 °F and lows in the single digits, accompanied by light snow showers. A midweek warm-up brings highs near 40 °F, though mixed precipitation and slick spots are possible.…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Ohio lawmakers expand child care oversight amid fraud concerns

Article Summary Ohio Republican lawmakers are advancing legislation to tighten child care oversight amid concerns over fraud and the misuse of public funds. Key proposals include requiring video surveillance in state-funded daycare centers to verify attendance. Additionally, they plan to expand the Attorney General’s investigative powers. While Governor DeWine defends the existing inspection system as…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

Red rock landscape in Sedona, Arizona with a serene spa retreat in the foreground, perfect for a wellness escape.

Lifestyle Travel

January Reset Trips: Spa Weekends and Wellness Escapes Worth Booking Now

After the holiday rush, January offers the perfect opportunity for January Reset Trips to slow down and recharge. For Cincinnatians, the post-December lull is an ideal time to plan a reset trip—a weekend or short getaway focused on wellness, calm, and intention. These trips are not about extreme detoxes or “New Year, New You” resolutions.…

ByMelissa AllenJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Minneapolis ICE arrests surge as protests grow after shootings

Article Summary Minneapolis ICE arrests have surged past 3,000 as federal agents expanded immigration enforcement across Minnesota under “Operation Metro Surge.” Protests erupted after two shootings involving ICE officers, including the fatal shooting of Renée Good. DHS says the operation targets people with serious criminal records, while local leaders argue it violates civil liberties and…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Is Cincinnati a walkable city?

City of Cincinnati faces tight budget after ARPA funds end

Cincinnati warming center opens on MLK Day amid dangerously cold forecast

From Eggs to Code: Why Flu Vaccines Are Moving Toward mRNA

Cincinnati weather forecast calls for winter cold and snow chances

Ohio lawmakers expand child care oversight amid fraud concerns

January Reset Trips: Spa Weekends and Wellness Escapes Worth Booking Now

Minneapolis ICE arrests surge as protests grow after shootings

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