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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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Cincinnati leaders propose strict penalties after March street takeovers

City officials want to stop Cincinnati street takeovers with severe financial consequences. By holding vehicles for six months, leaders hope to end Cincinnati street takeovers entirely. Cincinnati City Council wants aggressive action against illegal driving events. Local leaders are incredibly tired of the dangerous stunts on city roads. They are now considering heavy civil fines…

ByNina OliverioApril 7, 20260Comments

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Man fires at teens in Green Township after prank, police say

A man in Green Township faces multiple felony charges after authorities say he fired a handgun at juveniles who knocked on his door and ran away as part of a prank. The incident happened in early April 2026 on Starvue Drive, a residential area west of Cincinnati. According to reports from regional outlets, the teens…

ByNina OliverioApril 6, 20260Comments

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CBP peptide seizure halts massive smuggling scheme in Cincinnati

CBP peptide seizure exposes large-scale smuggling operation at Cincinnati hub The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Cincinnati reveal thousands of unapproved drug shipments entering the U.S. In a press release, the CBP said that the peptide seizure involved more than 5,000 packages containing unregulated peptides, many tied to…

ByNina OliverioApril 3, 20260Comments

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Suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor admits to false statements amid domestic abuse investigation

A suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor faces up to five years in federal prison after accepting a plea deal. This was the result after he admitted to lying to federal investigators during an ongoing domestic violence probe. On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, a suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor accepted a plea deal in U.S. District Court. Samuel…

ByNina OliverioApril 2, 20260Comments

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City Fire Department faces $8M in cuts amid nearly $30M Cincinnati budget deficit

Local public safety agencies are navigating severe financial pressures caused by a growing Cincinnati budget deficit. The budget deficit projections have prompted city officials to mandate widespread spending reductions. City leaders urgently need solutions to close a projected $30 million Cincinnati budget deficit this upcoming fiscal year. This massive budget deficit has forced officials to…

ByNina OliverioApril 2, 20260Comments

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Controversial Downtown brawl case dismissed against Alex Tchervinski

The controversial downtown brawl case officially came to an unexpected end this Tuesday morning. A local judge dismissed the downtown brawl case after crucial witnesses failed to appear. Prosecutors dropped all charges against Alex Tchervinski. WLWT reported the swift dismissal on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The sudden conclusion of this downtown brawl case surprised many…

ByNina OliverioApril 2, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati budget deficit forces tough choices on city services

The City of Cincinnati is facing a projected shortfall of roughly $29 million, creating urgency as officials work to finalize a balanced budget by June 30. According to multiple local reports, the deficit represents a gap within a general fund budget of more than $500 million. City leaders say rising operational costs, inflation, and long-term…

ByNina OliverioMarch 30, 20260Comments

Tense nighttime scene at The Banks in Cincinnati after Opening Day 2026, showing a large crowd of fans in red apparel facing a line of police officers and flashing emergency lights.

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Opening Day chaos: What happened at The Banks after Opening Day 2026

The festive atmosphere surrounding Opening Day quickly shifted into disorder late Thursday as large crowds gathered along the riverfront entertainment district known as The Banks. What began as a celebration of baseball turned into a chaotic scene marked by fights, police intervention, and multiple arrests. Authorities confirmed that 17 individuals, ranging in age from…

ByNina OliverioMarch 27, 20260Comments

Stressed Cincinnati property owner reading a costly graffiti cleanup violation notice in front of a vandalized brick building.

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Cincinnati graffiti cleanup costs spark concerns over liens for property owners

Property owners in Cincinnati are facing new financial pressure under updated enforcement rules that require them to remove graffiti from private property. The policy change, implemented in 2024, now treats graffiti as a property maintenance violation rather than a city-managed service. As a result, owners who fail to act within a set timeframe risk city…

ByNina OliverioMarch 27, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati meth supplier sentenced to 10 years in federal prison

Cincinnati leaders propose strict penalties after March street takeovers

Man fires at teens in Green Township after prank, police say

CBP peptide seizure halts massive smuggling scheme in Cincinnati

Suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor admits to false statements amid domestic abuse investigation

City Fire Department faces $8M in cuts amid nearly $30M Cincinnati budget deficit

Controversial Downtown brawl case dismissed against Alex Tchervinski

Cincinnati budget deficit forces tough choices on city services

Opening Day chaos: What happened at The Banks after Opening Day 2026

Cincinnati graffiti cleanup costs spark concerns over liens for property owners

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