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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

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Cincinnati immigration policy draws state critique

The Cincinnati immigration policy has quickly become a flashpoint in local and state politics. The immigration policy passed this week aims to limit how federal agencies use city resources for civil immigration enforcement. City Council’s recent vote places Cincinnati at the center of an ongoing debate about local control and immigration enforcement. Council action on Cincinnati…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 27, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati City Council limits enforcement cooperation

Cincinnati City Council’s vote on enforcement cooperation drew sharp attention across the city. The council approved new limits on how local authorities work with federal immigration enforcement. The measures focus on restricting access to city surveillance systems and property for immigration enforcement without judicial oversight. City Hall tightens enforcement cooperation rules Council members voted Wednesday…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 27, 20260Comments

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Libertarian candidate suspends campaign after hit-and-run indictment

The hit-and-run indictment facing Libertarian John Hancock has upended the Ohio 1st District congressional race. The candidate announced he is suspending his campaign after being charged in a crash that left a woman seriously injured. The hit-and-run indictment came after prosecutors said Hancock struck a pedestrian and fled the scene. Court documents show surveillance video…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 27, 20260Comments