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ODOT installs autonomous drones to monitor Brent Spence Bridge construction in Cincinnati

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has installed two autonomous drone systems at Longworth Hall in Cincinnati to monitor construction of the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project. The technology will give project teams aerial views of construction progress, infrastructure conditions and traffic activity. According to DriveOhio, ODOT’s smart mobility program, the drone-in-a-box systems were installed…

ByNina OliverioOctober 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati’s Western Hills Viaduct ramp reopens after shooting investigation

The Western Hills Viaduct ramp in Cincinnati reopened Tuesday morning after a shooting investigation temporarily closed the upper deck near northbound Interstate 75. Cincinnati police said the incident began around 3:40 a.m. on October 13, when a 911 caller reported a shooting in the 4600 block of Guerley Road in West Price Hill. Cincinnati police…

ByNina OliverioOctober 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Health Department to host free advance care planning workshop

The Cincinnati Health Department will host a free advance care planning workshop this month to help residents prepare for health care, legal and end-of-life decisions. The workshop, titled “Are Your Affairs in Order?” will be held Friday, Oct. 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Artsville in Cincinnati’s Madisonville neighborhood. The event is being…

ByNina OliverioOctober 8, 20260Comments

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Ohio lawmakers propose statewide e-bike rules as communities set their own restrictions

State Sen. Bill DeMora and state Rep. Eric Synenberg announced the legislation Oct. 7 as communities across Ohio continue developing their own rules for e-bikes and e-scooters. The proposal comes as local governments, including communities in Greater Cincinnati, consider restrictions involving speed, rider age and where electric bikes can be used. Proposed e-bike rules would…

ByNina OliverioOctober 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

Cincinnati police defended the use of surveillance technology as city leaders pressed for more information about privacy, data retention and how information can be shared. Interim Police Chief Adam Hennie appeared before Cincinnati City Council’s Public Safety Committee on Oct. 6 to discuss the department’s use of cameras, license plate readers, drones and other technology.…

ByNina OliverioOctober 7, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati subway tunnels study moves forward as city explores future uses

Cincinnati subway tunnels are the focus of a new feasibility study examining what could be done with the city’s long-abandoned transit infrastructure. The study marks a new step in Cincinnati’s effort to determine whether the tunnels can be reused, redeveloped or adapted for another purpose. Cincinnati subway tunnels draw interest from major firms The city…

ByNina OliverioOctober 2, 20260Comments

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Ohio lawmakers pass 90-day gas tax suspension as fuel prices remain high

Ohio lawmakers have approved a 90-day suspension of the state’s gas and diesel taxes as fuel prices remain elevated amid disruptions in global oil markets. The measure now heads to Gov. Mike DeWine, who has indicated he plans to sign it. Ohio gas tax suspension The Ohio House and Senate approved the temporary tax suspension…

ByNina OliverioOctober 1, 20260Comments

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UC nurses raise staffing concerns as new hires decline

Nurses at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center are raising concerns about staffing as the number of new hires entering the hospital has fallen. The Registered Nurse Association of UC Medical Center presented a memorandum to UC Health outlining concerns about staffing, retention and working conditions. Kylee Ham, president of the nurses’ association, said the…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 30, 20260Comments

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CPS faces projected $44.5M deficit and must submit financial recovery plan

The Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) must submit a financial recovery plan to the state after officials projected a $44.5 million deficit by fiscal year 2029 without new revenue. The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce notified CPS in two letters dated Sept. 2 that the district is in a precautionary financial state because of a…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 29, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati advances stricter parking lot security rules amid car break-ins, gun thefts

The Cincinnati City Council is advancing new parking lot security requirements as city officials respond to vehicle break-ins and firearms stolen from cars. The Budget, Finance and Governance Committee voted Monday, Sept. 28, to advance an ordinance establishing tougher safety standards for public surface parking lots and parking garages. The Council is expected to consider…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 28, 20260Comments

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ODOT installs autonomous drones to monitor Brent Spence Bridge construction in Cincinnati

Cincinnati’s Western Hills Viaduct ramp reopens after shooting investigation

Cincinnati Health Department to host free advance care planning workshop

Ohio lawmakers propose statewide e-bike rules as communities set their own restrictions

Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

Cincinnati subway tunnels study moves forward as city explores future uses

Ohio lawmakers pass 90-day gas tax suspension as fuel prices remain high

UC nurses raise staffing concerns as new hires decline

CPS faces projected $44.5M deficit and must submit financial recovery plan

Cincinnati advances stricter parking lot security rules amid car break-ins, gun thefts

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