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Police investigate Colerain shooting that hospitalized three people

A shooting at a shopping center in Colerain Township left three people hospitalized on June 16, prompting a large police response and an ongoing criminal investigation. According to the Colerain Township Police Department, officers responded shortly after 1 p.m. to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Pippin Road and Compton Road. When officers arrived,…

ByNina OliverioJune 17, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati budget includes $2 million for Farmer Music Center after council approval

Cincinnati City Council approved a new city budget that includes $2 million for the Farmer Music Center, a planned outdoor amphitheater near Riverbend Music Center. The Farmer Music Center funding package moved forward despite opposition from several council members who argued the money should be redirected to infrastructure and housing priorities. The budget vote concludes…

ByNina OliverioJune 17, 20260Comments

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Cybersecurity Cincinnati: Small businesses face escalating in 2026

The landscape of cybersecurity Cincinnati is shifting rapidly as local small businesses confront an unprecedented wave of AI-driven digital threats. Understanding the realities of cybersecurity Cincinnati has become a critical survival skill for local entrepreneurs and startups. The rising tide of online threats 2026 Local business owners face a complex and dangerous digital environment today.…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati arrest linked to alleged UFC plot after FBI disrupts attack plan

Federal authorities say a suspect arrested in Cincinnati is among several individuals connected to an alleged plot targeting UFC America 250, a high-profile event held at the White House on June 14. The investigation has drawn national attention after the FBI announced it had disrupted what officials described as a potentially deadly attack plan before…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Graffiti amnesty proposal gains support as Cincinnati reviews cleanup penalties

Cincinnati officials are considering changes to a policy that requires private property owners to remove graffiti or face potential cleanup costs and enforcement actions. The discussion follows concerns from residents and business owners who say they are being forced to pay substantial amounts to remove vandalism they did not cause. The debate gained momentum after…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Campaign Zero defends findings alleging racial bias in CPD report

Claims of racial bias in policing have once again taken center stage in Cincinnati. Campaign Zero, a police reform organization, launched a new website that lets the public compare arrest rates for Black and white residents by neighborhood. The website also highlights officers—identified by name—who most frequently stop Black individuals. The platform allows users to…

ByNina OliverioJune 16, 20260Comments

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Summer drowning prevention takes focus as Cincinnati enters peak swimming season

As the summer recreation season begins, water safety advocates are reminding parents and caregivers that drowning can happen quickly and often without warning. The renewed focus comes as public pools open across the region and families spend more time around water. National experts continue to identify drowning as one of the leading causes of accidental…

ByNina OliverioJune 15, 20260Comments

Bengals Super Bowl contenders debate illustrated by Cincinnati defensive players standing in front of the Cincinnati skyline, Roebling Bridge, and Paycor Stadium under dramatic skies.

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The Bengals Spent Big On Defense. Did They Fix The Right Problem?

At this point last season, the Bengals were posting defensive numbers that looked more like a statistical anomaly than those of a playoff contender. Through the first eleven weeks of 2025, Cincinnati allowed 0.205 EPA per play on defense. No other team in the league was above 0.148. The Bengals defense struggled mightily last season.…

ByRob KantnerJune 14, 20260Comments

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Police stop disparities report sparks debate over racial bias claims in Cincinnati

A new report examining Cincinnati police stop data has reignited discussions about racial equity in law enforcement. The study, conducted by Campaign Zero and based on Cincinnati Police Department contact card records, found that Black residents were stopped at significantly higher rates than white residents over a period spanning more than a decade. The findings…

ByNina OliverioJune 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati warehouse safety rules, worker protection updates draw attention across logistics sector

Cincinnati’s logistics and distribution industry is facing renewed attention as employers review workplace safety practices and regulators emphasize stronger worker protections. The region’s warehouse sector plays a significant role in the local economy, supporting transportation, manufacturing, e-commerce fulfillment, and supply chain operations throughout Southwest Ohio. Federal and state workplace safety requirements have not undergone a…

ByNina OliverioJune 12, 20260Comments