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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

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

Sports

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.

News

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.

News

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