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Emergency responders and firefighters on top of a concrete building under construction during a fire at the Farmer Music Center site.

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Fire at Farmer Music Center construction site causes $50,000 in damage

A fire at the construction site of Cincinnati’s new Farmer Music Center prompted a response from multiple fire departments on July 29. The fire broke out shortly after 2 p.m. at the venue under construction on Kellogg Road in Anderson Township. Firefighters contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading to other parts of the…

ByNina OliverioJuly 30, 20260Comments

Aerial view of the Fort Washington Way highway trench in downtown Cincinnati.

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Fort Washington Way caps debate grows as Pureval addresses railway trust questions

Mayor Aftab Pureval said his administration has not proposed using Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust dollars to pay directly for construction of the highway caps. Instead, he said city officials are evaluating whether trust funds could legally support related infrastructure improvements connected to the broader redevelopment effort. His comments came after former Cincinnati Mayor Charlie Luken…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Concept Rendering of the Proposed Fort Washington Way Cap Connecting Downtown Cincinnati and The Banks

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Fort Washington Way Cap Project Moves Forward After $25 Million Federal Grant

Stand on Third Street and look toward The Banks. Between downtown and the river sits an eight-lane trench carrying Interstate 71 traffic through the center of Cincinnati. For decades, planners imagined covering part of that gap with parks, plazas, and new public space. This week, that vision moved closer to reality. The U.S. Department of…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 2, 20260Comments

Aerial view of a modern industrial warehouse and distribution facility with multiple truck loading docks and parked semi-trucks.

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Industrial development planned at former P&G site brings $33M investment to Cincinnati

An industrial development is moving forward at a former Procter & Gamble property in Cincinnati with a proposed $33 million warehouse project. This development at the long-vacant Winton Hills site aims to transform a former corporate campus into a modern logistics facility. It will add new industrial space to the region’s commercial real estate pipeline.…

ByNina OliverioJune 29, 20260Comments

anoramic view of the Cincinnati skyline and the illuminated John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge over the Ohio River at sunset.

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Cincinnati best cities ranking places region among America’s top 100 for 2026

Cincinnati has earned a place among the nation’s leading metropolitan areas after appearing in a new ranking of the 100 best U.S. cities for 2026. The recognition comes from Resonance Consultancy’s annual America’s Best Cities report, which evaluates metropolitan areas based on livability, prosperity, and desirability. The Cincinnati best cities recognition reflects a broader…

ByNina OliverioJune 25, 20260Comments

An outdoor amphitheater with a modern white canopy over the stage, filled with a large crowd at dusk.

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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

Aerial view of Paycor Stadium and the downtown Cincinnati skyline along the Ohio River.

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The Banks redevelopment clears major hurdle as Cincinnati City Council approves riverfront vision

Cincinnati City Council has unanimously approved an updated urban design plan that could transform the final undeveloped portions of The Banks into a mixed-use district featuring housing, retail, hospitality, and expanded public spaces. The approval clears a major planning hurdle for a redevelopment effort estimated to cost between $750 million and $800 million. The project…

ByNina OliverioJune 11, 20260Comments

A bright, modern micro-apartment interior in Cincinnati featuring a compact kitchen, a multi-functional living space, and a large window with city skyline views.

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Micro apartments Cincinnati: Affordable solution or too small for renters?

As Cincinnati continues to address housing affordability concerns, a growing conversation centers on micro-apartments—compact residential units designed to maximize functionality within a smaller footprint. Supporters argue that these units can provide lower-cost housing in desirable neighborhoods, while critics question whether shrinking living spaces offer a sustainable long-term solution. The discussion comes as Cincinnati faces continued…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

Opinion Politics

Cincinnati’s Climate Migrant Plan Reveals a Bigger Problem at City Hall

Cincinnati Wants to Prepare for Climate Migrants The City of Cincinnati recently released a Climate Migration Readiness Plan through its Office of Environment and Sustainability. WVXU reported that the plan was released on May 13 and considers how climate migration could shape Cincinnati by 2050. It also examines what the city can do now to…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 8, 20260Comments

News graphic showing police vehicles with flashing lights blocking traffic on Interstate 71 near the Silverton exit, with text reading "I-71 shooting investigation reveals targeted attack, sheriff says".

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$25M needed to cap Fort Washington Way, city leaders say

Cincinnati and Hamilton County officials are renewing efforts to transform a long-discussed vision into reality by building deck caps over Fort Washington Way. The proposal would create new land above Interstate 71 and U.S. Route 50 between downtown and the riverfront. Local leaders say the project could improve walkability, create green space, and support additional…

ByNina OliverioMay 27, 20260Comments

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Fire at Farmer Music Center construction site causes $50,000 in damage

Fort Washington Way caps debate grows as Pureval addresses railway trust questions

Fort Washington Way Cap Project Moves Forward After $25 Million Federal Grant

Industrial development planned at former P&G site brings $33M investment to Cincinnati

Cincinnati best cities ranking places region among America’s top 100 for 2026

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

The Banks redevelopment clears major hurdle as Cincinnati City Council approves riverfront vision

Micro apartments Cincinnati: Affordable solution or too small for renters?

Cincinnati’s Climate Migrant Plan Reveals a Bigger Problem at City Hall

$25M needed to cap Fort Washington Way, city leaders say

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