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Mass shooting grudge motive linked to Riverfront Live chaos

A mass shooting grudge drove a gunman’s actions inside Riverfront Live early Sunday. Prosecutors and federal authorities now say the mass shooting grudge between two men sparked a chaotic exchange of gunfire. This occurred at the packed music venue. The March 1 incident wounded nine people and sent hundreds of patrons fleeing in panic. This…

ByNina OliverioMarch 4, 20260Comments

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Ohio suitcase murders investigation intensifies after two girls found in shallow graves

The investigators of the Ohio suitcase murder are asking for the public’s help after two young girls were found dead inside suitcases in Cleveland. The case has prompted a multi-agency homicide investigation as authorities work to identify the victims and determine how they died. A man walking his dog made the disturbing discovery Monday night,…

ByNina OliverioMarch 4, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati mass shooting suspects face federal gun charges

Cincinnati mass shooting defendants now face federal charges. Cincinnati mass shooting investigation moves from local court to federal prosecution. Federal prosecutors have charged two men in connection with the Cincinnati mass shooting at Riverfront Live. The charges stem from the March 1 gunfire that wounded nine people inside the popular nightclub on Kellogg Avenue. The…

ByNina OliverioMarch 4, 20260Comments

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Riverfront Live shooting arrests move forward as federal charges filed

Riverfront Live shooting arrests are now moving through local and federal courts. The Riverfront Live shooting investigation advanced this week after authorities formally charged two men in connection with the mass shooting that wounded nine people inside the popular East End venue. According to the Associated Press, police arrested Franeek Cobb, 24, and Derrick Long,…

ByNina OliverioMarch 3, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools project $101 million deficit, board weighs budget paths

Cincinnati Public Schools deficit Cincinnati Public Schools is facing a Cincinnati Public Schools deficit that could reach $101 million by 2030 without action. The school board met Monday to discuss options, including spending cuts and a potential new levy, with district leaders warning that revenue challenges are worsening statewide. The Cincinnati Public Schools deficit emerged from…

ByNina OliverioMarch 3, 20260Comments

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FBI joins Cincinnati nightclub shooting investigation after Riverfront Live

The Cincinnati nightclub shooting has authorities offering rewards for tips. Police and federal agents are intensifying efforts after the Cincinnati nightclub shooting that wounded nine people early Sunday inside Riverfront Live. The incident occurred at a busy concert venue in the city’s East End. Authorities have not yet identified or charged a suspect. However, the…

ByNina OliverioMarch 3, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati kicks off FY 2027 update process with potential city budget cuts

The latest fiscal year update signals significant city budget cuts for Cincinnati. Local officials are exploring how five percent city budget cuts might affect essential municipal services. The Cincinnati City Council is officially kicking off its financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year amid looming city budget cuts. The process begins this Wednesday with the…

ByNina OliverioMarch 2, 20260Comments

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Riverfront Live shooting raises broader questions about gun violence and venue oversight in Cincinnati

The Riverfront Live shooting that left nine people injured early Sunday morning is the latest in a series of high-profile gun violence incidents in Cincinnati. It is prompting renewed scrutiny of nightlife security, regulatory oversight, and long-term violence trends. Shots were fired around 1 a.m. during a private birthday event at Riverfront Live in the…

ByNina OliverioMarch 2, 20260Comments

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Mass Shooting at Riverfront Live in Cincinnati Injures 9

A mass shooting at Riverfront Live, a music and private event venue along Kellogg Avenue in Cincinnati’s East End, injured nine people early Sunday morning, March 1, 2026. Police said the call came in around 1 a.m. for reports of shots fired inside the venue. This initial police response quickly focused on the Riverfront Live…

ByAdam KoehlerMarch 1, 20260Comments

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City Council advances $100M pension fix plan

Cincinnati City Council moved forward this week with a $100M pension fix proposal. City leaders say the plan will bolster financial stability for the Cincinnati Retirement System. Council members voted unanimously to advance legislation formalizing the plan after months of negotiation with employee representatives. Municipal officials also took part in the discussions. The move signals…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 27, 20260Comments