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Ohio mosquito activity surges as heat and rain fuel summer breeding

Health officials across Ohio say mosquito populations are rising as the state moves through the peak of summer. Recent rounds of rain followed by hot and humid weather have created ideal conditions for mosquitoes to breed. Experts say standing water allows mosquitoes to lay eggs, while warm temperatures speed up their life cycle. As a…

ByNina OliverioJuly 24, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati data center expansion gains momentum amid AI demand

Greater Cincinnati is positioning itself for the next phase of Ohio’s technology economy as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure accelerates nationwide. Local governments, utilities, developers, and businesses are preparing for larger data center investments while balancing concerns about energy use, land development, and community impacts. The rapid expansion mirrors a national trend fueled by cloud…

ByNina OliverioJuly 24, 20260Comments

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Court largely upholds $300K fee award against Cincinnati

The Ohio First District Court of Appeals has largely upheld a Hamilton County court’s decision requiring the City of Cincinnati to pay nearly $300,000 in attorney fees and litigation costs after losing a challenge to one of its firearm ordinances. The appellate court affirmed most of the lower court’s judgment awarding $296,179.75 to plaintiff Frank…

ByNina OliverioJuly 24, 20260Comments

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Ohio river drowning leaves five adults dead after rescue attempt near Powell

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the deaths of five adults who drowned in the Scioto River near Powell, Ohio, after a rescue attempt spiraled into tragedy on Sunday. Sheriff Jeffrey Balzer said the group had gathered along the river for an outing when one member entered the water for a swim. That…

ByNina OliverioJuly 23, 20260Comments

A map showing the estmiated 40 properties within the area that should be protected by the Madison Rd. flood gate.

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Duck Creek floodgate failed during Oakley megastorm, city explains

Cincinnati officials have confirmed that the Duck Creek floodgate on Madison Road in Oakley failed to deploy automatically during the historic July 17 storm because of a mechanical malfunction. City Manager Sheryl Long said the floodgate should have closed when water reached its trigger level, but a mechanical problem prevented the automatic system from working. …

ByNina OliverioJuly 23, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Zoo hosts free Stuffed Animal Clinic for children

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will host its annual Stuffed Animal Clinic on Wednesday, July 29, offering families a free educational activity during the summer. The Stuffed Animal Clinic invites children to bring their favorite plush toys for pretend veterinary checkups while learning how zoo professionals care for animals. The event will take place…

ByNina OliverioJuly 23, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Music Festival kicks off

The Cincinnati Music Festival returns to downtown Cincinnati today, launching a three-day celebration expected to draw more than 80,000 visitors to Paycor Stadium and surrounding entertainment districts. The Cincinnati Music Festival will run through Saturday, July 25, featuring nationally known R&B, soul, hip-hop, and funk artists while providing one of the city’s largest annual tourism…

ByNina OliverioJuly 23, 20260Comments

Amy Acton speaking into a microphone during a presentation on Ohio property tax relief.

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Acton proposes Ohio property tax relief

Property taxes have become one of the defining issues in Ohio’s 2026 gubernatorial race as homeowners continue to face rising tax bills following higher home valuations and county reassessments. Democratic candidate Dr. Amy Acton recently unveiled a plan that would provide targeted relief for seniors and middle-income homeowners while increasing state funding for public education.…

ByNina OliverioJuly 22, 20260Comments

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Did a Chained Crossing Arm Keep Cincinnati’s Duck Creek Floodgate From Closing?

A source says the floodgate's warning arms were intentionally restrained after years without preventive maintenance. Photographs obtained by The Cincinnati Exchange show the crossing arms physically chained in the raised position. Whether that chain prevented the flood wall from deploying remains under investigation. The Duck Creek floodgate is a key component of…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 22, 20260Comments

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Autonomous steel factory brings $15 million startup investment to Cincinnati

Cincinnati has added another advanced manufacturing company to its growing technology sector. Startup 1872 announced the opening of its autonomous steel factory alongside a $15 million seed funding round, one of the largest seed investments announced by an Ohio startup this year. The company was founded by former SpaceX engineers who say they want to…

ByNina OliverioJuly 22, 20260Comments