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Stock image of a sunset sky used for the Cincinnati weekly weather forecast for January 7, 2026.

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Cincinnati weekly weather brings warming trend and late rain

Unseasonably warm temperatures define the Cincinnati weekly weather outlook for early January. Residents can expect a break from the winter chill as the Cincinnati weekly weather forecast predicts highs nearing 60 degrees. Residents of the Queen City are in for a surprising reprieve from winter’s bite this week. The latest forecast shows a distinct warming…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 7, 20260Comments

Dr. Amy Acton (left) and David Pepper (right) featured in coverage of the 2026 Ohio Governor's race.

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Former Health Director Dr. Amy Acton selects David Pepper for Acton-Pepper ticket

Dr. Amy Acton, who is running for Ohio governor, has officially announced David Pepper as her running mate for Lieutenant Governor. Pepper is a former Hamilton County Commissioner and Cincinnati City Council member, as well as the former chair of the Ohio Democratic Party. The Acton-Pepper ticket promises a renewed focus on public health and…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 7, 20260Comments

A person sitting on a bed with their head in their hands, conveying distress or frustration, used to illustrate the impact of the vandalism at JD Vance's East Walnut Hills home.

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Defense attorneys argue mental health crisis sparked JD Vance home incident

The lawyer representing the man charged with hammering Vice President JD Vance’s Cincinnati home stated in court Tuesday morning. The suspect acted due to mental health problems rather than political motives. A Hamilton County judge set bond Tuesday for the 26-year-old man accused of damaging Vice President JD Vance’s home in East Walnut Hills. This…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 6, 20260Comments

Hands holding a small white model house, symbolizing a seasonal homeless shelter in Cleveland, Ohio.

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New seasonal homeless shelter opens in downtown Cleveland

A new seasonal shelter for people experiencing homelessness opened its doors on Monday to provide reliable warmth for Cleveland, Ohio residents. This seasonal shelter marks a significant turning point in the city's approach to winter housing. The a coalition in Ohio (NEOCH) officially opened a new facility on Monday, offering a stable and warm environment…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 6, 20260Comments

Downtown Columbus skyline overlooking the Scioto River, serving as the backdrop for 2026 Ohio Capital Budget legislative sessions.

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Ohio capital budget advances after lawmakers finalize property tax deal

Ohio’s state capital budget moved forward this week after the Republican-led legislature finalized a package of property tax reforms. These reforms had been a major sticking point in negotiations. Lawmakers reached the agreement as the General Assembly worked toward the close of the 2025 legislative session. The compromise resolved months of debate over how to…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 6, 20260Comments

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz smiling in a suit in front of American flags.

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Tim Walz ends 2026 Minnesota governor campaign amid political pressure over fraud investigations

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced Monday that he will not seek a third term. This decision formally ends his campaign for reelection in 2026. The decision marks a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. It happens less than a year before the general election, the Associated Press reported. Walz cites political environment Walz, a…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 5, 20260Comments

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Trump’s Bold Strike on Venezuela: Capture of Maduro Sparks Global Outcry

On January 3, 2026, President Donald Trump announced a dramatic U.S. military operation in Venezuela. The operation resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. According to Reuters and the Associated Press, U.S. forces conducted a large-scale overnight operation, targeted military sites in Caracas, and extracted the couple before transporting…

ByChristina HolbrookJanuary 5, 20260Comments

JD Vance speaking at a podium. Reports indicate windows were broken at his Cincinnati home in a vandalism incident on January 5, 2026.

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Suspect taken into custody after vandalism at Vance’s Ohio residence, Secret Service confirms

A man is in custody today after reportedly breaking windows at the residence of Vice President JD Vance in Cincinnati. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Monday morning, triggered a swift response from the U.S. Secret Service and the Cincinnati Police Department. Law enforcement sources confirmed a man was taken into custody…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 5, 20260Comments

America250 graphic showing the Washington Monument illuminated with “250,” fireworks, and patriotic red, white, and blue imagery celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary

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America250: A Monument to Sacrifice, Service, and the Soul of a Nation

As the Washington Monument lights the night sky in red, white, and blue, marked with the number 250, it stands not just as a celebration, but as a witness to leadership grounded in restraint, civic virtue, and the unity of a nation under constitutional self-governance. As the nation begins the America250 commemoration, Americans…

ByChristina HolbrookJanuary 3, 20260Comments

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Somali Daycare and Healthcare Fraud Allegations Spread from Minnesota to Ohio and Cincinnati

A multi-million-dollar scandal that rocked Minnesota is now raising alarms in Ohio, with potential ties extending to Cincinnati and even involving high-ranking Somali diplomats. The possibility of Somali fraud occurring in Ohio brings national attention to similar setups in different states. As federal authorities freeze childcare funding in Minnesota amid convictions tied to more than…