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Labor Day 2026: What to expect in Cincinnati for this holiday weekend

Labor Day is almost here. Cincinnati residents have several options for celebrating this Labor Day weekend, from the region’s largest fireworks display to professional sports, concerts and family activities. Events for Labor Day will take place across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky from Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7. Riverfest and the Western & Southern…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 4, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati cooling stations pilot brings heat relief to vulnerable neighborhoods

The weather is getting hotter. This is why Cincinnati is testing a new approach to helping residents cope with dangerous summer temperatures. The city’s Innovation Team is leading the Stay Cool Cincy pilot with the Office of Environment & Sustainability and Cincinnati ToolBank. The program will place publicly accessible cooling stations along busy walking and…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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What are the city’s plans to address violent incidents near UC campus?

Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval has announced a safety plan following a series of shootings and other violent incidents near the University of Cincinnati (UC). The safety plan comes as students and families raise concerns about violence in neighborhoods surrounding the campus. There are already four shootings near the university recorded since the semester began that…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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Waymo begins mapping Cincinnati as company considers driverless rideshare expansion

Waymo has begun mapping Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as the company explores a possible future expansion of its driverless rideshare service. The Alphabet-owned autonomous driving company confirmed it is in the early stages of implementing its technology in the Cincinnati area. However, Waymo has not announced a launch date for passenger rides. The company plans…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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Community Opinion

How safe are UC students after recent shootings near campus?

Student safety has become a growing concern after several recent shootings near the University of Cincinnati campus. The violence has prompted increased patrols and a coordinated response from university and Cincinnati police. The University of Cincinnati said the recent incidents occurred off campus in nearby neighborhoods. However, many students live, work, and spend time in…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati climate migration plan prepares city for potential population growth

Cincinnati leaders are preparing for the possibility that climate change could bring more residents to the region in the coming decades. A new report from Axios highlighted the city’s efforts as officials plan for potential newcomers fleeing increasingly difficult conditions elsewhere. The issue has moved beyond speculation for Cincinnati officials. The city’s Office of Environment…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 2, 20260Comments

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Shooting near UC leaves 1 dead and 1 injured

The shooting in Corryville near the University of Cincinnati left one man dead Tuesday evening. It also prompted an emergency alert and a joint response from Cincinnati and University of Cincinnati police. The shooting occurred around 5 p.m. Sept. 1 at 123 E. Shields Street, near the UC Medical Center and Cincinnati Zoo. Cincinnati police…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 2, 20260Comments

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Barricades are now up by Cincinnati police following shootings near UC campus

Cincinnati police barricades now surround part of University Square as officers increase their presence near the University of Cincinnati following several recent shooting incidents. The Cincinnati police barricades appeared Tuesday around a grassy area across from UC’s main campus on Calhoun Street. The new measures follow three reported shooting incidents near campus since the fall semester…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 2, 20260Comments

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Lower Price Hill church break-in causes $100,000 in damage

A church break-in at a Lower Price Hill church caused an estimated $100,000 in damage and stolen goods. The incident targeted a food pantry and a closed daycare at State Avenue United Methodist Church. It happened last Thursday at the church in the 800 block of State Avenue. Volunteers discovered the damage when they arrived…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 1, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati man pleads guilty in vandalism JD Vance’s home

A vandalism case resulted in federal guilty pleas from a Cincinnati man Tuesday. This involves two federal charges tied to damage at Vice President JD Vance’s Cincinnati residence. William D. DeFoor, 26, pleaded guilty Sept. 1 to two federal charges related to the January vandalism at Vance’s East Walnut Hills home. The guilty plea means…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 1, 20260Comments