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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…

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Ohio local health officials investigate Legionnaires’ outbreak at Christ Hospital

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has launched a formal investigation into a potential Legionnaires’ outbreak at The Christ Hospital in Mt. Auburn. Additional cases were identified in December 2025, ODH said. Officials confirmed that there are patients who recently developed the severe form of pneumonia during their stays at the facility. The Christ…

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Residents demand answers after high-pitched sounds disrupt Cincinnati neighborhoods

Cincinnati residents are reporting a series of mysterious high-pitched sounds that continue to disturb the peace in several historic neighborhoods.  Local officials have yet to identify the exact origin of these high-pitched sounds that wake families in the middle of the night. According to reports from the Cincinnati Police Department, dozens of noise complaints…

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Mauritanian immigrants face rising deportation risks in Ohio 

Mauritanian immigrants are facing heightened scrutiny as federal enforcement actions increase across Greater Cincinnati. The village of Lockland has become a focal point for the challenges surrounding Mauritanian immigrants and their legal status. Families across the region are bracing for a wave of removals that could dismantle years of community integration.  According to reports from…

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A collection of cardboard boxes filled with non-perishable food items, including canned goods and jars, prepared for distribution by a hunger-relief organization in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati NGO expands aid amid rising demand, ongoing child exploitation cases

The Freestore Foodbank continues to play a central role in addressing food insecurity across the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State. Many families struggle with persistent inflation and higher costs for essentials, according to reporting by WVXU and the organization’s public statements. According to data reported by WVXU, the Freestore Foodbank distributed approximately 47.2 million meals last year.…

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Court hearing intensifies legal pressure on Cincinnati ICE supervisor

A high-profile court hearing today addressed the growing list of allegations against a Cincinnati ICE supervisor currently held in federal custody.  Samuel Saxon, 47, an assistant field office director for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, remains incarcerated following his latest court appearance. Saxon was in custody after being arrested for allegedly strangling his girlfriend during…

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Commissioners approve $1.3 B Hamilton County budget for 2026

Hamilton County commissioners recently finalized a major fiscal plan for the upcoming year. The approved Hamilton County budget includes critical funding for public safety and local infrastructure. The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners officially approved a $1.3 billion total spending plan for the 2026 fiscal year this week. This comprehensive Hamilton County budget addresses rising…

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