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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.

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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."

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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

Alt Text: Cincinnati Bengals 2026 NFL draft board setup with a tablet showing pick No. 10 and a notebook listing defensive priorities for DL, DB, and EDGE.

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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

Rear view of a Cincinnati Bearcats football player wearing a red jersey and black helmet looking out onto the field.

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Cincinnati Bearcats defensive staff additions reshape 2026 coaching roster

The Bearcats defensive staff is undergoing notable additions as Cincinnati finalizes its 2026 football coaching roster. It includes several experienced coaches and new faces aimed at strengthening the team’s defensive identity. The University of Cincinnati football program officially locked in its 2026 coaching staff this week, announcing Bearcats defensive staff changes that cover key positional…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 21, 20260Comments

A wooden judge's gavel symbolizing legal proceedings regarding the In Between Tavern in Cincinnati.

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City, state sue to close In Between Tavern after deadly shootings

In Between Tavern has become a focus of legal action after the city and state filed a lawsuit. The City of Cincinnati and the state of Ohio filed the In Between Tavern lawsuit in the Hamilton County Common Pleas Court on Thursday. The action seeks a court order to close the bar at Third and…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 20, 20260Comments

A close-up of a happy black and white dog looking directly up at the camera.

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Rescued dogs arrive in Cincinnati after multi-state dog-fighting probe

Rescued dogs arrive in Cincinnati following a suspected multi-state dog-fighting investigation. More than 100 dogs linked to a suspected dog-fighting ring are now in the care of Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Cincinnati. Law enforcement officers transported the animals from South Carolina and Florida after intervening in the suspected operation. Local…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 20, 20260Comments

An illustration of a Cincinnati Pension Settlement Agreement document alongside scales of justice and a money bag, set against the Cincinnati skyline.

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Cincinnati pension settlement aims to stabilize city’s retirement system

Cincinnati pension settlement moves forward after months of negotiations. City leaders say the Cincinnati pension settlement will protect retirees and strengthen long-term financial stability. The new agreement represents a major effort to address the long-running challenges facing the City of Cincinnati's retirement system. Officials announced the framework earlier this week, calling it a balanced compromise…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 20, 20260Comments

A dark, heavily damaged sedan stopped on a wet highway with a police vehicle in the background, related to the hit-and-run investigation involving a Cincinnati congressional candidate.

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Cincinnati congressional candidate’s hit‑and‑run case puts campaign under scrutiny

Cincinnati Libertarian candidate John David Hancock faces a hit‑and‑run case after prosecutors say he failed to stop for a seriously injured pedestrian. The hit‑and‑run case has put the campaign of the 31‑year‑old hopeful in the spotlight as he continues his bid for Ohio’s 1st Congressional District seat. Hancock’s indictment on a felony charge stems from…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 19, 20260Comments

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University of Cincinnati ends Ph.D. Project partnership after federal civil rights ruling

The University of Cincinnati has ended its Ph.D. Project partnership following a federal civil rights investigation. Moreover, the Ph.D. Project partnership decision came after federal officials ruled the organization violated Title VI. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights announced resolution agreements with 31 universities nationwide. The agency concluded that the Ph.D. Project…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 19, 20260Comments