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Demonstrators gather during protests in Iran, holding signs and flags as nationwide unrest challenges the government.

National News Politics

Protests in Iran Intensify as Nationwide Unrest Challenges the Regime

Protests in Iran have entered their third week. They have expanded from economic demonstrations into the most widespread anti-government unrest since the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests. What began as outrage over inflation and currency collapse has evolved. Now there are open calls for regime change across all 31 provinces. Economic Collapse Sparks Nationwide Protests in…

ByAdam KoehlerJanuary 11, 20260Comments

A stethoscope resting on a blue clipboard on a wooden desk, representing healthcare workers Cleveland at NEON clinics.

Health News

Healthcare workers in Cleveland unpaid as NEON faces crisis

Healthcare workers Cleveland employed by Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Health Services (NEON) have gone nearly a month without pay. They have also lost essential benefits. Staff across NEON’s community clinics say they haven’t received regular paychecks as the nonprofit grapples with serious financial challenges and a court dispute over potential receivership, reports from Signal Cleveland…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Yellow evidence marker and shell casings on a cobblestone street illustrating 2025 Cincinnati shootings data.

News

Cincinnati shootings fall to lowest level since pandemic as youth-involved violence holds steady

New city crime data shows Cincinnati shootings fell to levels not seen since the early days of the pandemic. The total number of incidents dropped to 241 last year. City crime reports released this week indicate a notable decline from 313 shootings in 2023. There are also stable numbers in youth-involved shootings that concern…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Opinion Politics

When Vehicles Become Weapons: Evaluating the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis Under Federal Use-of-Force Law

This analysis examines the ICE shooting Minneapolis self defense case through Supreme Court precedent, operational context, and the legal standard governing split-second use-of-force decisions. The high-stakes environment of federal immigration enforcement places agents in situations where threats can materialize in seconds. The ICE shooting in Minneapolis involving self-defense claims has brought major scrutiny. On…

ByChristina HolbrookJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Demonstrators holding signs reading "Justice for Renee" during ICE shooting protests in downtown Cincinnati.

Community News

Cincinnati joins ICE shooting protests demanding justice for Renee Good

ICE shooting protests erupted in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday as demonstrators gathered to demand accountability for the death of Renee Good. Local activists organized the ICE shooting protests to call for immediate justice and significant changes to federal law enforcement practices. According to local reports, dozens of residents braved the cold weather to march near…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Job applicants sitting in a row waiting for interviews, illustrating current Ohio job market trends.

Business News

New data indicates Ohio job market is softening as private sector shrinks

The Ohio job market faces significant headwinds as new state data reveals a decline in private-sector employment numbers. Economists warn that the Ohio job market is cooling faster than previously estimated despite a superficial dip in the unemployment rate. State data reveals troubling economic signals New figures released this week paint a complex picture…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Measles outbreak warning sign regarding the confirmed 2026 cases in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Health News

Measles outbreak confirmed in Ohio

The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed a measles outbreak in the state. This marks the first such outbreak of 2026. The measles outbreak involves three children from the same household in Cuyahoga County who tested positive for measles, according to the agency’s announcement. Health officials say all of the children were unvaccinated…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

News

Cincinnati City Manager Accused of Quietly Negotiating Major Settlement With Family of Accused Cop-Killer

The president of Cincinnati’s Fraternal Order of Police is accusing City Manager Sheryl Long of quietly negotiating a potentially multi-million-dollar settlement with the family of Ryan Hinton. This controversy involves the Hinton Settlement, which has sparked numerous accusations. Hinton’s father, Rodney Hinton Jr., is now charged with the murder of Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry…

ByCincinnati ExchangeJanuary 8, 20260Comments

New food pyramid 2026 graphic showing an inverted triangle with proteins, fats, and vegetables at the top.

Health News

New food pyramid reshapes U.S. nutrition in 2026

The new food pyramid reshapes federal nutrition guidance for Americans in 2026. This marks a major policy shift in national dietary advice. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans on January 7. They unveiled a revamped nutrition model…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 8, 20260Comments

FBI agent jacket representing the dispute over ICE shooting evidence in Minneapolis.

National News News

FBI takeover leaves state investigators without access to ICE shooting evidence

The ICE shooting evidence dispute has ignited national controversy after federal authorities took exclusive control of the probe into the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. Gathering solid evidence is crucial in cases like these. State investigators in Minnesota say they can no longer access key evidence…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 8, 20260Comments