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Sports

Jordan Battle’s bonus highlights Bengals defender’s breakout offseason

Jordan Battle’s bonus news highlights how the Cincinnati safety earned one of the NFL’s biggest performance-based payouts this offseason. The Cincinnati Bengals safety received roughly $1 million through the NFL’s performance-based pay program, rewarding players who outperform the value of their contracts. The payment marks Battle’s second financial boost of the offseason and underscores his…

ByNina OliverioMarch 16, 20260Comments

Bright yellow blossoms in Forsyth Park in Savannah during early spring

Lifestyle Travel

Urban Spring Escapes: 3 U.S. Cities That Bloom Before Ohio Warms Up

For travelers in the Midwest, March often feels like a waiting room for spring. Gray skies linger, coats remain necessary, and true warmth still feels weeks away. Yet across the United States, several cities are already buzzing with life. Gardens bloom, street musicians return to the sidewalks, and outdoor dining begins to spill onto patios…

ByMelissa AllenMarch 16, 20260Comments

A basketball swishing through a net under bright stadium lights, symbolizing intense Cincinnati college basketball matchups like the Crosstown Shootout.

Sports

Biggest sports rivalries shape Cincinnati sports history

The biggest sports rivalries in Cincinnati reflect deep traditions in college athletics, intense local pride, and passionate fan bases across the region. Cincinnati’s sports identity extends far beyond wins and losses. Rivalries have fueled some of the city’s most memorable moments in college sports and helped define its reputation as a passionate sports town. From…

ByNina OliverioMarch 16, 20260Comments

News

Cincinnati budget hearings conclude first phase of FY 2027 planning

Cincinnati budget hearings for the upcoming FY 2027 municipal budget have concluded their initial public input phase. The hearings brought residents, nonprofit leaders, and city officials together to discuss priorities before the next stage of budget development. City Council held several public forums in March to collect feedback on how Cincinnati should allocate funding for…

ByNina OliverioMarch 16, 20260Comments

Car performing a burnout during a street takeover as a large crowd watches and records with phones

News

Street Takeover Attempt Near Woodward High School Ends in Dozens of Arrests

What began as a planned street takeover early Sunday morning near Woodward High School ended very differently than organizers likely expected. According to information gathered at the scene, roughly 75 vehicles blocked the roadway and refused to disperse when officers arrived. When a Cincinnati police officer called for assistance, units from multiple agencies responded to…

BySignal 99March 15, 20260Comments

HVAC technician servicing an outdoor air conditioning unit at a residential home

Business

AI Search Visibility: How AI Is Changing How Local Businesses Get Found

AI Search Visibility Is Changing Local Business Discovery For years, the process of finding a contractor was predictable. AI search visibility is now beginning to alter that landscape. A homeowner opened Google, searched something like how AI search visibility is changing the way people find results online. HVAC contractor near me, reviewed a few results…

ByJeremy BegleyMarch 15, 20260Comments

Road crews repave damaged lanes on Interstate 471 in Newport Kentucky after a gasoline tanker explosion burned sections of the roadway

News

I-471 Reopened Hours After Tanker Explosion in Newport

Interstate 471 Reopens After Overnight Tanker Explosion Interstate 471 reopened to traffic Saturday morning after a tanker explosion and fire forced the highway to shut down overnight in Newport,…

ByAdam KoehlerMarch 15, 20260Comments

I-471 Tanker Explosion Fire in Newport Kentucky

News

I-471 Fire in Newport Shuts Down Interstate After Tanker Explosion

I-471 Fire Triggers Massive Emergency Response The I-471 fire began around 10:10 p.m. on March 13, 2026, when a passenger vehicle crashed into a gasoline tanker truck traveling southbound …

ByAdam KoehlerMarch 14, 20260Comments

Sports

How Cincinnati sports shape the city’s sports economy and regional growth

Cincinnati’s sports economy plays a central role in shaping the region’s tourism, jobs, and business activity. The city’s sports economy continues to grow as major events from football playoffs to baseball opening day draw thousands of visitors and millions in spending. Cincinnati is widely recognized as one of the Midwest’s most passionate sports cities. Professional…

ByNina OliverioMarch 13, 20260Comments

A desk showing a document titled 'City of Cincinnati Retirement System Pension Liability Report' next to a paper stamped 'Under Review,' with the Cincinnati skyline visible through a window in the background.

News

Cincinnati pension debt plan revives effort to eliminate $850M liability

Cincinnati pension debt remains a major financial challenge as city leaders attempt another plan to eliminate roughly $850 million in retirement liabilities. Cincinnati officials are taking another step toward addressing a long-standing financial burden tied to the city’s retirement system. The new proposal focuses on eliminating about $850 million in pension liabilities that have…

ByNina OliverioMarch 13, 20260Comments