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Community News

Cincinnati apartment rent bidding wars return

Cincinnati apartment rent bidding wars are returning to the local housing market this summer as peak moving season intensifies. Landlords in highly sought-after neighborhoods report receiving multiple offers above their initial asking prices as the regional housing competition hits a fever pitch The return of aggressive rental strategies According to a report by the …

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

A street-level view of a wide pedestrian crosswalk in downtown Cincinnati, featuring tall stone buildings, several people walking, and a few cars in the background.

News

Ohio AG assistant attacked in downtown Cincinnati after suspect allegedly demanded money

A senior attorney with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office was assaulted in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday afternoon. Investigators describe the incident as an unprovoked attack following a request for money. Cincinnati police arrested a 50-year-old man shortly after the incident. Prosecutors have charged him with assault and possession of drug paraphernalia. The victim, identified through court…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

Older couple reviewing financial documents and the Working Families Tax Cuts information at home before filing their federal taxes.

Lifestyle

How the Working Families Tax Cuts Affect Cincinnati Families

Millions of Americans will file differently next tax season. The Working Families Tax Cuts bring new deductions for older people, tipped workers, overtime employees, and families. For Greater Cincinnati households, the key question is simple: will this lower my tax bill? For many, the answer is yes, especially with new Working Families Tax Cuts becoming…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 2, 20260Comments

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News

Heat-related illnesses expected to rise amid Cincinnati heat

Heat-related illnesses are expected to increase across Greater Cincinnati as dangerous temperatures persist through the holiday week. These concerns are prompting emergency departments, urgent care centers, and public health officials to urge residents to recognize symptoms early and avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat. Healthcare providers across Greater Cincinnati are preparing for an increase in…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

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News

Fort Washington Way funding moves Cincinnati cap project closer to construction

Cincinnati has secured $25 million in federal funding to begin capping a portion of Fort Washington Way, marking a major milestone for one of the city’s most ambitious urban redevelopment projects. The grant will fund the first phase of a plan that has remained in development for more than two decades and aims to reconnect…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

Vibrant Cincinnati skyline at night illuminated over the Ohio River, showing downtown city lights and bridges to illustrate nightlife economy growth.

Business Featured

Cincinnati nightlife economy expands

Cincinnati nightlife economy shows massive post-pandemic growth as 24-hour business trends return. The Queen City undergoes a dramatic visual transformation after midnight as local venues expand hours to capture growing late-night spending. A new rhythm after dark The Cincinnati nightlife economy is experiencing a significant revival as consumers demand late-night options. According to data published…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

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News

Four arrested in southern Ohio child endangerment case

Ohio authorities arrested four adults after investigators found 16 children living in what officials described as “deplorable” conditions inside a home in the village of Hamden. Hamden is about 60 miles southeast of Columbus. The children ranged in age from 18 months to 18 years old, according to investigators. Several required urgent medical treatment,…

ByNina OliverioJuly 1, 20260Comments

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News

Community forums on police disparities draw residents into debate over Campaign Zero report

Community members gathered Tuesday evening to discuss a recent report that found significant racial disparities in Cincinnati police stops. This adds another chapter to the city’s ongoing conversation about policing and public accountability. The public forum followed the release of a Campaign Zero analysis that examined more than 472,000 Cincinnati Police Department contact cards.…

ByNina OliverioJuly 1, 20260Comments

A Cincinnati firefighter wearing full turnout gear sits on a curb, taking a break and drinking water from a bottle, with a red fire engine parked in the background on a city street.

News

Cincinnati fire crews prepare for surge in emergency calls during heat wave

Cincinnati fire crews prepare for dangerous heat. They are reportedly using a citywide heat safety plan as forecasters warn of extreme temperatures and a surge in emergency calls. The Cincinnati Fire Department has activated a comprehensive heat safety strategy as dangerous heat and humidity grip the Tri-State. The aim is to protect both firefighters and…

ByNina OliverioJune 30, 20260Comments

Ohio voter pauses outside a polling place as Republican purity tests shape the governor’s race

Opinion Politics

Republican Purity Tests Could Hand Ohio to Democrats

Conservatives can punish an imperfect Republican nominee, but Amy Acton would collect the reward. Four days before Ohio's Republican primary, supporters gathered at American Legion Anderson Post 318 on Clough Pike for a Vivek Ramaswamy town hall. When Hamilton County finished counting ballots, the Cincinnati-born candidate had received 36,487 votes, nearly 85% of those cast…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 30, 20260Comments