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Ohio treasurer’s race puts Cincinnati councilman against former state representative

Ohio treasurer’s race voters will decide on Nov. 3 whether Republican former state Rep. Jay Edwards or Democratic Cincinnati City Councilman Seth Walsh will oversee the state’s finances. The candidates are competing to succeed Republican Treasurer Robert Sprague, whose current term expires in January 2027. Although the treasurer’s race receives less attention than candidates for…

ByNina OliverioOctober 9, 20260Comments

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Hurricane Isaias remnants to bring rain, gusty winds to Cincinnati this weekend

The remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to bring widespread rain and gusty winds to Cincinnati and the surrounding region late Saturday into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters expect mostly dry conditions to continue through Saturday afternoon before rain moves into the Ohio Valley during the evening and overnight hours. Rain is…

ByNina OliverioOctober 9, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati domestic violence incidents rise as strangulation cases increase 65%

Cincinnati domestic violence incidents increased in 2026, with police data showing a rise in reported cases of strangulation, stalking and assault. More than 1,600 domestic violence incidents were recorded through August. According to figures reported by WVXU, the total was approximately 200 incidents higher than during the same period in 2025 and about 300 higher…

ByNina OliverioOctober 9, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Health Department to host free advance care planning workshop

The Cincinnati Health Department will host a free advance care planning workshop this month to help residents prepare for health care, legal and end-of-life decisions. The workshop, titled “Are Your Affairs in Order?” will be held Friday, Oct. 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Artsville in Cincinnati’s Madisonville neighborhood. The event is being…

ByNina OliverioOctober 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati sees sunshine Friday before rain on weekend

Cincinnati will see sunny weather Friday before showers return this weekend, with remnants of Hurricane Isaias expected to bring additional moisture into the Ohio Valley. The Cincinnati forecast calls for warm and mostly dry conditions to continue through Friday. Temperatures could reach around 80 degrees before the weather pattern changes Saturday and Sunday. Cincinnati weather…

ByNina OliverioOctober 8, 20260Comments

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Ohio lawmakers propose statewide e-bike rules as communities set their own restrictions

State Sen. Bill DeMora and state Rep. Eric Synenberg announced the legislation Oct. 7 as communities across Ohio continue developing their own rules for e-bikes and e-scooters. The proposal comes as local governments, including communities in Greater Cincinnati, consider restrictions involving speed, rider age and where electric bikes can be used. Proposed e-bike rules would…

ByNina OliverioOctober 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati drivers face long-term Fort Washington Way closures under Brent Spence plan

Cincinnati drivers should prepare for major Fort Washington Way closures as construction advances on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project. Project officials expect work to require an 18-month closure in one direction of Fort Washington Way, potentially beginning in spring 2027. Exact start and end dates have not yet been announced. The closure will support…

ByNina OliverioOctober 7, 20260Comments

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Greater Cincinnati school district faces $1.8M in cuts if November levy fails

North College Hill City Schools are warning of deeper budget cuts next school year if voters reject a proposed tax levy in November. The district is asking voters to approve a 1.25% earned income tax levy on the Nov. 3 ballot. District officials say the measure would help prevent another $1.8 million in cuts to…

ByNina OliverioOctober 7, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

Cincinnati police defended the use of surveillance technology as city leaders pressed for more information about privacy, data retention and how information can be shared. Interim Police Chief Adam Hennie appeared before Cincinnati City Council’s Public Safety Committee on Oct. 6 to discuss the department’s use of cameras, license plate readers, drones and other technology.…

ByNina OliverioOctober 7, 20260Comments

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Ohio treasurer’s race puts Cincinnati councilman against former state representative

Hurricane Isaias remnants to bring rain, gusty winds to Cincinnati this weekend

Cincinnati domestic violence incidents rise as strangulation cases increase 65%

Cincinnati Health Department to host free advance care planning workshop

Cincinnati sees sunshine Friday before rain on weekend

Ohio lawmakers propose statewide e-bike rules as communities set their own restrictions

Cincinnati drivers face long-term Fort Washington Way closures under Brent Spence plan

Greater Cincinnati school district faces $1.8M in cuts if November levy fails

Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

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