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Ohio early voting underway as voters line up outside a suburban polling location to cast their ballots in the 2026 election.

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Ohio Early Voting: Hamilton Leans Democratic, Its Suburbs Republican

Butler, Warren, and Clermont counties had returned 35,508 early ballots through Oct. 15, more than Hamilton County's roughly 32,350. Republican-affiliated voters lead in the suburbs, and Democratic-affiliated voters lead in Hamilton. Statewide, Ohio early voting still leans Democratic, but that lead narrowed this week as mail ballots arrived. The Cincinnati Exchange pulled the Secretary of…

ByCincinnati Exchange11 hours ago0Comments

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Cincinnati startup transforms old factory with AI and robotics

Cincinnati startup 1872 is turning a historic Camp Washington factory into a modern steel fabrication operation powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. The project could offer a new model for revitalizing older industrial properties while strengthening Greater Cincinnati’s advanced manufacturing sector. The company, founded by former SpaceX engineers, secured $15 million in seed funding…

ByNina Oliverio1 day ago0Comments

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Amazon proposes 600-acre data center campus in Butler County as Trenton vote approaches

Amazon Web Services is proposing an 18-building data center campus on approximately 600 acres near Trenton, Ohio. The proposed development, estimated to represent a $5 billion investment, comes ahead of a November 3 vote that could restrict large-scale data centers in the city. Amazon data center proposal draws attention in Butler County Amazon Web Services…

ByNina Oliverio1 day ago0Comments

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National Steinholding Championship returns to Cincinnati riverfront in November

Cincinnati will host the 2026 U.S. National Steinholding Championships on Nov. 21, bringing top competitors from across the country to the city’s riverfront for a test of strength and endurance. The free public event will take place during the opening weekend of the Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt. The competition will be held at Cincinnati Lager House,…

ByNina Oliverio2 days ago0Comments

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Sharonville police lieutenant indicted over alleged misuse of license plate cameras

A police lieutenant faces a felony charge after prosecutors accused him of using license plate surveillance technology to track someone for personal reasons. Hamilton County prosecutors announced that Lt. Walter Cordes of Sharonville was indicted on Oct. 13, 2026, on one count of unauthorized use of a computer, cable or telecommunications property. Police lieutenant allegedly…

ByNina Oliverio2 days ago0Comments

Hands perform chest compressions on a CPR training manikin lying on a blue mat during a training session.

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Cincinnati Parks gets $17,500 grant to improve cardiac emergency preparedness

Cincinnati Parks Foundation has received a $17,500 grant to strengthen cardiac emergency preparedness at six city nature centers. The funding will support emergency response planning, assessments for automated external defibrillator (AED) placement and opportunities to expand CPR training. The grant was awarded by the American Heart Association through the Paycor Community Impact Fund. This is…

ByNina Oliverio2 days ago0Comments

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FBI investigates suspicious powder mailing to Ohio secretary of state’s office ahead of election

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating a suspicious mailing containing a white powdery substance that was sent to the Ohio secretary of state’s office. This has raised security concerns ahead of the November 3 general election. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said the U.S. Postal Service intercepted the letter before it reached…

ByNina Oliverio3 days ago0Comments

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Cincinnati business leaders urge CPS to delay property tax levy

Cincinnati business leaders are urging Cincinnati Public Schools to pause its proposed property tax levy, citing concerns about transparency, timing and community support. The five-year, 7-mill measure is scheduled to appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot and would generate approximately $66.3 million annually if approved. Letters from Cincinnati Regional Chamber President and CEO Brendon…

ByNina Oliverio3 days ago0Comments

Rescued manatees gathered together in the water at the Cincinnati Zoo, one marked with a painted letter for identification

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Cincinnati Zoo Welcomes three rescued manatees as another returns to Florida

Cincinnati Zoo manatees Tuglet, Smidge and Zimomo arrived at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden on October 14. This began the next stage of their recovery after being rescued in Florida. The three young manatees will receive continued care at Manatee Springs. This is part of a coordinated conservation effort involving zoos, wildlife agencies…

ByNina Oliverio3 days ago0Comments

Fallen tree limbs blocking a Cincinnati street after a storm, with an emergency vehicle and damaged utility lines nearby

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Duke Energy Foundation funds recovery grants for 26 storm-hit Cincinnati businesses

Storm relief grants will help 26 Greater Cincinnati small businesses recover from summer flooding, power outages and storm-related financial losses. The Duke Energy Foundation and Cincinnati Regional Chamber are providing financial assistance to businesses affected by severe weather. Twenty-six small businesses across Greater Cincinnati are receiving $100,000 in storm-recovery grants after summer storms caused flooding,…

ByNina Oliverio3 days ago0Comments