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Nonprofits launch new gun violence prevention program for Cincinnati schools

Gun violence prevention efforts in the Queen City are expanding directly into classrooms this week. A coalition of local nonprofits has announced a comprehensive gun violence prevention program. The program is designed to equip Cincinnati students with conflict resolution strategies and safety training. New initiative targets school safety According to a report by WCPO 9,…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 7, 20260Comments

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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

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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

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Cincinnati 2026: Growth, challenges and change ahead

The year 2026 is shaping up Cincinnati to be a defining year for the city. Additionally, in 2026, Cincinnati will see major infrastructure projects, economic shifts, and cultural investments that could reshape the community. The Queen City residents and regional leaders alike are focused on what lies ahead as the city approaches 2026. Regional economic…

ByNina OliverioDecember 31, 20250Comments

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News Politics

Nonprofit Fraud Exposed: Minnesota’s Billion-Dollar Scandals, Ohio Indictments, and Rising Risks in Cincinnati

In an era where taxpayer dollars fund essential social services, nonprofit fraud scandals are shaking public trust across the Midwest. This includes potential concerns about nonprofit fraud in Cincinnati. From Minnesota's Feeding Our Future scheme—described as the largest COVID-19 fraud case in U.S. history—to emerging indictments in Ohio, these stories reveal systemic vulnerabilities in government-funded…

ByAdam KoehlerDecember 30, 20250Comments

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Community Sports

Funding has been secured for the new Camp Washington skate park opening in 2026

Funding is fully secured for the long-awaited Camp Washington skate park in Cincinnati, marking a major milestone for the neighborhood. The project remains on schedule for a Summer 2026 opening as construction preparations begin. For years, local skateboarders have advocated for a dedicated, municipally-owned facility within Cincinnati city limits. That vision is finally becoming a…

ByNina OliverioDecember 30, 20250Comments

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Ohio governor reluctantly signs bill ending ballot grace period

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine eliminates the ballot grace period citing legal concerns. New legislation requires all mail-in votes to arrive by Election Day. According to various local media reports, DeWine has signed Senate Bill 293 into law. It officially eliminates the state's longstanding ballot grace period for mail-in votes. The legislation, signed on December…

ByNina OliverioDecember 27, 20250Comments

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Traffic alert: Major closures set for William Howard Taft Road and Collins Ave starting Dec. 29

Drivers and residents in the East Walnut Hills and Columbia Parkway areas should prepare for significant traffic disruptions following the holidays. On Friday, the City Government of Cincinnati announced a series of road and sidewalk closures beginning the evening of Monday, December 29, and extending through the afternoon of Sunday, January 4, 2026. The…

ByNina OliverioDecember 26, 20250Comments

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Suspect arrested following Christmas morning West End shooting

The Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) confirm a man is in custody connected to the West End shooting that injured a mother and two children. The West End shooting occurred early Christmas morning, leaving the community shaken but thankful the victims are stable. Cincinnati police have arrested a man in connection with the gun violence that…

ByNina OliverioDecember 26, 20250Comments

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Sports

Cincinnati faces potential Cyclones hockey strike as labor talks stall

Heritage Bank Center braces for empty ice as the ECHL (formerly the East Coast Hockey League) and players union reach a breaking point over wages and benefits. The Cincinnati Cyclones’ holiday home stand is under immediate threat as the Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) has served a strike notice to the ECHL, jeopardizing games scheduled…

ByNina OliverioDecember 26, 20250Comments

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Nonprofits launch new gun violence prevention program for Cincinnati schools

Cincinnati weekly weather brings warming trend and late rain

Defense attorneys argue mental health crisis sparked JD Vance home incident

Cincinnati 2026: Growth, challenges and change ahead

Nonprofit Fraud Exposed: Minnesota’s Billion-Dollar Scandals, Ohio Indictments, and Rising Risks in Cincinnati

Funding has been secured for the new Camp Washington skate park opening in 2026

Ohio governor reluctantly signs bill ending ballot grace period

Traffic alert: Major closures set for William Howard Taft Road and Collins Ave starting Dec. 29

Suspect arrested following Christmas morning West End shooting

Cincinnati faces potential Cyclones hockey strike as labor talks stall

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