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Cincinnati City Hall exterior in downtown Cincinnati, symbolizing city government and pension reform decisions

Opinion Politics

Is Cincinnati Pension Reform Stabilizing the System — or Positioning It for OPERS?

Cincinnati recently announced that for the past year, it has been in mediation concerning the 2015 collaborative agreement. This agreement requires the city to fully fund the Cincinnati Retirement System (CRS) by 2045. The system currently has a funded ratio of 68%. Furthermore, it has an $847 million liability to erase. Cincinnati pension reform is…

ByTodd ZinserFebruary 24, 20260Comments

A blue and white Cincinnati Metro bus driving through downtown Cincinnati with the city skyline in the background on a sunny day.

Community

Cincinnati Metro acquires rail line for Oasis Trail expansion

The Oasis Trail expansion represents a major development for biking and pedestrian infrastructure in Cincinnati. Metro recently closed on the railroad easement that gives the city and its partners the legal right to convert a 4.75-mile segment of the Oasis rail line into a shared-use path. This path will connect downtown to the Lunken Airport…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 24, 20260Comments

Dark, heavy storm clouds rolling in over a turbulent body of water.

News Weather

Spring-like storms expected in Cincinnati as week’s weather turns volatile

Cincinnati weather enters a volatile pattern with spring-like storms this week. Forecast models and local forecasters confirm the arrival of spring-like storms that could bring thunderstorms and severe risks on Thursday. Cincinnati’s weather is on the move with spring-like storms expected through mid-week as a warm air mass climbs into the region, driving temperatures well…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 24, 20260Comments

Handcuffs, an official ICE document, a toy school bus, and a cardboard protest sign reading "End Local ICE Ties, Community Not Cages" arranged in front of the downtown Cincinnati skyline and the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge.

Community News

Immigration enforcement ties draw protests and scrutiny across Greater Cincinnati

Immigration enforcement ties are under renewed scrutiny across Greater Cincinnati. Six counties in the tri-state region maintain agreements with federal immigration authorities. According to reporting by WVXU , these counties either house detainees for federal agencies or participate in enforcement partnerships. As a result, the arrangements connect local jail systems to federal immigration operations.…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 23, 20260Comments

Illustration of the Cincinnati skyline featuring a construction crane, building blueprints, and an "approved" stamp, representing urban development and zoning reforms.

Community

Cincinnati zoning reforms accelerate local housing construction and reduce red tape

The latest data reveals that the new Cincinnati zoning reforms are actively cutting development red tape. City officials expect these Cincinnati zoning reforms to continuously boost local housing production over the next decade. The initial impacts of the Connected Communities legislation are finally becoming clear. The targeted rule changes passed in June 2024 are successfully…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 23, 20260Comments

A total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon, glowing deep red against a dark night sky.

Featured

Cincinnati Observatory invites crowd to March 3 lunar eclipse viewing event

Total lunar eclipse draws crowd to Cincinnati Observatory The total lunar eclipse will draw early-rising astronomy fans to the Cincinnati Observatory for a special viewing event. This will happen ahead of dawn on Tuesday, March 3. According to the observatory, the Moon will enter Earth’s shadow in the pre-sunrise hours. It will transform into a…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 23, 20260Comments

Lifestyle Travel

Southern Spring Escapes: Sun and Blooms Before the Crowds

Cincinnatians looking to trade winter chills for warm sun and early spring blooms will find plenty of options in Southern destinations. March is the perfect month to enjoy quiet beaches, historic streets, blooming parks, and vibrant music without the crowds of peak spring break. Rosemary Beach Florida: Walks on Quiet Shores In March, Rosemary Beach…

ByMelissa AllenFebruary 23, 20260Comments

Black and white close-up of deeply cracked ground, illustrating seismic damage from the Highland County earthquake.

News

Earthquake rattles Highland County early Sunday

A Highland County earthquake struck early Sunday around 5:50 a.m. near Hillsboro, Ohio, the United States Geological Survey reported. The quake registered a magnitude of 2.5 on the Richter scale. It originated about 6.4 kilometers below the surface, according to the USGS. Residents throughout Highland County and its surroundings felt shaking or heard rumbling as…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 23, 20260Comments

Construction site in Greater Cincinnati featuring a wooden sign that reads "Rural Preservation Not Data Centers" and "Zoning Alert: Industrial Expansion."

News

Wilmington council approves data center zoning amid heavy community pushback

The recent data center zoning approval marks a major economic shift for Wilmington. Local leaders hope this data center zoning decision brings new jobs to the region. The Wilmington City Council officially passed new data center zoning ordinances on Thursday. Consequently , this data center zoning decision fundamentally changes the landscape of Clinton County. The…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 21, 20260Comments

Sports

Bengals 2026 draft strategy focuses on defense at no. 10 overall

The Bengals' 2026 draft strategy enters a defining moment with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Moreover, this draft strategy will likely emphasize defensive upgrades while preserving flexibility for best player available. The Bengals hold eight selections among their Cincinnati Bengals draft picks in 2026, giving them multiple opportunities to reshape…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 21, 20260Comments