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Mayor Aftab Pureval and Sen. Bernie Moreno during separate public appearances as Cincinnati officials respond to a federal funding dispute.

News

Pureval responds to Moreno’s federal funding threat

Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval defended Cincinnati’s Office of Economic Inclusion after U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno threatened to pursue federal funding cuts over the city’s diversity-related programs. Pureval said the office exists to ensure businesses have fair access to city contracting opportunities and operates within applicable federal and state laws. Moreno argued that the Office of…

ByNina OliverioJuly 10, 20260Comments

A security camera mounted on the ceiling overlooking a grocery store aisle with shelves stocked with food products.

News

Grocery theft Cincinnati concerns drive new retail security measures across the region

Retailers across Greater Cincinnati continue to expand security measures as theft remains a costly challenge for the grocery industry. While local companies have not reported a citywide surge in shoplifting figures for 2026, several stores have added visible security features over the past few years and continue refining those efforts as organized retail crime affects…

ByNina OliverioJuly 10, 20260Comments

A wide-angle night view of a fully lit, packed baseball stadium during the Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs series, showing the field and packed stands.

Sports

Reds-Cubs series begins with Hunter Greene returning for key NL Central matchup

The Cincinnati Reds will welcome the Chicago Cubs to Great American Ball Park on Friday night for the first game of an important three-game National League Central series. Cincinnati hopes to end the first half of the season on a positive note after dropping a 1-0 game to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. The matchup…

ByNina OliverioJuly 10, 20260Comments

The state flag of Ohio waving on a flagpole against a partly cloudy sky with a city skyline in the background.

News

Economic Inclusion department draws federal funding threat from Ohio senator

Cincinnati officials are facing pressure from Washington after U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno threatened to seek a suspension of federal funding unless the city reverses its newly established Department of Economic Inclusion and Procurement. Moreno’s warning followed the Cincinnati City Council’s approval of an ordinance reorganizing procurement and supplier diversity functions into a standalone department. He…

ByNina OliverioJuly 9, 20260Comments

A stressed woman holding a long receipt in a grocery store aisle, reflecting rising food prices in Cincinnati.

Community News

Rising Cincinnati grocery prices strain local household budgets in 2026

Recent data reveals that Cincinnati grocery prices are increasing faster than historical averages. Shoppers must rethink their budgets as Cincinnati grocery prices continue to climb this year. Keeping a pantry stocked is a heavy financial burden for many Midwestern families this year. Residents across Ohio feel the pinch at the checkout line as food inflation…

ByNina OliverioJuly 9, 20260Comments

A police officer speaking to a driver through the window of a car during a traffic stop, illustrating the context of Ohio House Bill 492 identification requirements.

News

New Ohio traffic stop law changes identification rules for motorists

Ohio motorists and passengers will face new identification requirements during certain traffic stops after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 492 on July 7. The legislation changes Ohio law by requiring drivers to disclose their name, address, and date of birth when requested by a peace officer during a lawful traffic stop. It also expands…

ByNina OliverioJuly 9, 20260Comments

A teacher sitting at a classroom table, assisting two students with a project on a laptop.

Education News

CPS strategic plan enters final review as Cincinnati Public Schools seeks community feedback

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is asking parents, students, educators, staff, and community members to provide final feedback on its proposed four-year strategic plan before the Board of Education considers adopting it next month. District leaders hosted several public town halls on Wednesday and encouraged residents to participate through additional in-person and virtual meetings as well…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

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Business News

Cincinnati subscription businesses expand as recurring revenue gains momentum in 2026

Subscription-based business models are becoming a larger part of Greater Cincinnati’s economy as startups and established companies pursue more predictable revenue streams. Rather than relying on one-time sales, many businesses now offer memberships, monthly plans, maintenance packages, software subscriptions, and premium digital services. The trend extends well beyond streaming entertainment. Local entrepreneurs increasingly use recurring…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Cincinnati Police Investigate Summer Shooting as Non-Fatal Gun Violence Rises in 2026

News

Cincinnati Shootings Are Rising in 2026, Even as Gun Deaths Fall

A stretch of downtown around Government Square was taped off again overnight after a juvenile was shot. By Tuesday morning, another shooting had sent officers to the West End. Before Cincinnati reached the middle of July, residents had already watched another week of gun violence unfold across multiple neighborhoods. The recent Cincinnati shootings in 2026…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 8, 20260Comments

Aerial view of the Fort Washington Way highway trench in downtown Cincinnati.

News

Fort Washington Way caps debate grows as Pureval addresses railway trust questions

Mayor Aftab Pureval said his administration has not proposed using Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust dollars to pay directly for construction of the highway caps. Instead, he said city officials are evaluating whether trust funds could legally support related infrastructure improvements connected to the broader redevelopment effort. His comments came after former Cincinnati Mayor Charlie Luken…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments