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Third Arrest in Fatal Over-the-Rhine Shooting Raises New Questions About Repeat Offenders

Cincinnati police announced that 18-year-old Jalen Cook has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Thomas “T.J.” Bell in Over-the-Rhine. The arrest makes Cook the third suspect taken into custody in the case, joining Davon Marcum and a 17-year-old previously charged in Bell’s death. Police said Bell was shot on Sept. 16,…

ByAdam Koehler3 days ago0Comments

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Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge Still on Paid Leave. Will City Charter Block Firing?

Nearly six months after being placed on paid leave following a series of high-profile downtown incidents, Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge remains in limbo. She met with City Manager Sheryl Long in a closed-door hearing as the city weighs its next move. But whether she returns or is removed may come down to more than…

ByAdam Koehler3 days ago0Comments

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Cincinnati meth supplier sentenced to 10 years in federal prison

A Cincinnati man will spend the next 10 years in federal prison after authorities identified him as a key source of methamphetamine for local dealers. Federal prosecutors said the Cincinnati meth supplier played a central role in distributing large quantities of illegal drugs across the region. The case reflects a broader push by law enforcement…

ByNina OliverioApril 8, 20260Comments

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Is Cincinnati Becoming the Next “Once Great City”?

Cincinnati crime concerns are starting to feel different. Not just like a run of bad headlines. Not just like a few isolated incidents that come and go. More like a question about direction, about whether the city is still building on its momentum or starting to drift into something harder to reverse. A recent Daily…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 4, 20260Comments

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Murder-suicide investigation underway after 2 found dead in Liberty Township home

The Butler County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what officials describe as an apparent murder-suicide in a quiet suburban neighborhood north of Cincinnati. Authorities say the investigation began after deputies conducted a welfare check on April 1. Deputies responded to a home on Hidden Oaks Lane in Liberty Township after a concerned family member requested a…

ByNina OliverioApril 2, 20260Comments

Cincinnati police vehicles block off Vine and Hubert streets in Over-the-Rhine at night following a shooting investigation

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Over-the-Rhine Shooting: Footage Suggests Coordinated Buildup Before Gunfire

What Happened in Over-the-Rhine An Over-the-Rhine shooting is under investigation after a victim was found with a gunshot wound to the head, according to reporting from WCPO and the Cincinnati Police Department . The incident occurred on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 in Cincinnati Police District 1, which includes Over-the-Rhine and surrounding…

ByCincinnati ExchangeMarch 25, 20260Comments

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Violent crime crackdown leads to 9 arrests and firearm seizures in Cincinnati

Violent crime crackdown efforts in Cincinnati resulted in nine felony arrests during a multi-agency operation. The violent crime crackdown also led to the recovery of several illegal firearms, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts. Authorities in Cincinnati announced the results of a targeted anti-violence initiative conducted over multiple days in March. The operation involved coordinated enforcement actions…

ByNina OliverioMarch 18, 20260Comments

Car performing a burnout during a street takeover as a large crowd watches and records with phones

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Street Takeover Attempt Near Woodward High School Ends in Dozens of Arrests

What began as a planned street takeover early Sunday morning near Woodward High School ended very differently than organizers likely expected. According to information gathered at the scene, roughly 75 vehicles blocked the roadway and refused to disperse when officers arrived. When a Cincinnati police officer called for assistance, units from multiple agencies responded to…

BySignal 99March 15, 20260Comments

A brass balance scale weighs stacks of cash labeled "$2 MILLION+ FRAUD PROCEEDS" against smartphones displaying dating apps and playing cards with hearts. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio seal and the Cincinnati skyline are visible in the background.

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Cincinnati romance scam: Man sentenced to prison in $2M laundering scheme

The Cincinnati romance scam case ended with a federal prison sentence for a local man involved in laundering millions from online fraud victims. The romance scam targeted vulnerable people across the United States, many of whom lost life savings after being manipulated through online relationships. A federal judge has sentenced Richard Opoku Agyemang, 41, of…

ByNina OliverioMarch 11, 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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Third Arrest in Fatal Over-the-Rhine Shooting Raises New Questions About Repeat Offenders

Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge Still on Paid Leave. Will City Charter Block Firing?

Cincinnati meth supplier sentenced to 10 years in federal prison

Is Cincinnati Becoming the Next “Once Great City”?

Murder-suicide investigation underway after 2 found dead in Liberty Township home

Over-the-Rhine Shooting: Footage Suggests Coordinated Buildup Before Gunfire

Violent crime crackdown leads to 9 arrests and firearm seizures in Cincinnati

Street Takeover Attempt Near Woodward High School Ends in Dozens of Arrests

Cincinnati romance scam: Man sentenced to prison in $2M laundering scheme

FBI joins Cincinnati nightclub shooting investigation after Riverfront Live

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