Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Cincinnati, US

72°F

Wooden bookshelves filled with books, representing the Cincinnati library system's Delhi Township branch.

News

Cincinnati library plans $18M replacement as Delhi branch demolition nears

The Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library plans to replace its aging Delhi Township Branch with a larger facility. The current branch at 5095 Foley Road has served the community since 1968. The project has an estimated investment of $18 million. Library officials expect construction to begin in late 2026 and finish before the end…

ByNina OliverioAugust 19, 20260Comments

Damaged guardrail and overgrown roadside embankment at the site of a vehicle crash in the Mill Creek area of Cincinnati.

News

Mill Creek crash kills four as survivor’s mother recounts escape

The Mill Creek crash killed four people Saturday after a vehicle entered the water near Cincinnati’s Western Hills Viaduct. The crash left one woman hospitalized after the vehicle struck a guardrail and plunged into the creek. Cincinnati police said the crash happened around 5:50 p.m. Saturday near the dead end of Queen City Avenue, just…

ByNina OliverioAugust 17, 20260Comments

Flashing red and blue emergency lights on a police vehicle illuminated on a city street at night.

News

North Avondale shooting injures 4, police say

North Avondale shooting injured four people Saturday night, according to Cincinnati police. The North Avondale shooting left two victims with life-threatening injuries, police reported. North Avondale shooting leaves four injured Four people suffered injuries in a shooting in Cincinnati’s North Avondale neighborhood Saturday night. Cincinnati police said officers responded to a report of gunfire at…

ByNina OliverioAugust 17, 20260Comments

Police officer speaking at a podium during a press briefing regarding a Green Township shooting and abduction suspect

News

Cincinnati police shoot abduction suspect after Green Township chase

Cincinnati police fatally shot an abduction suspect after a 45-minute pursuit ended in Green Township Saturday afternoon. The abduction suspect, identified as 23-year-old Timothy Cromwell, allegedly approached officers with a knife before police opened fire. Abduction suspect led police on 45-minute chase Police began searching for Cromwell after receiving an abduction report around 4 p.m.…

ByNina OliverioAugust 17, 20260Comments

Wooden judge's gavel and sound block for the Michael Washington lawsuit and court trial.

News

Appeals court revives Michael Washington lawsuit against Cincinnati city manager

The lawsuit of Michael Washington can proceed after a federal appeals court ruled that Cincinnati City Manager Sheryl Long is not shielded by qualified immunity. The said lawsuit returns to federal district court, where a jury will consider remaining claims over his 2023 firing. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued the…

ByNina OliverioAugust 14, 20260Comments

Aerial view of Duke Energy utility trucks repairing power lines along a wooded road in Cincinnati.

News

Duke Energy restores most Cincinnati storm outages

More than 261,000 customers lost power during the storms, according to Duke Energy. The company said crews had restored 222,653 outages by Thursday afternoon. The restoration effort followed storms that brought damaging winds, fallen trees and widespread utility damage across the Cincinnati region. FOX19 reported that more than 49,000 Duke Energy customers remained without power…

ByNina OliverioAugust 14, 20260Comments

News

Cincinnati police issue statewide alert for missing man with dementia

A Cincinnati man with dementia is now being searched after he walked away from a hospital in the 45204 area of Cincinnati. David Colebrook, the missing man, was last seen at about 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12. The Ohio Attorney General’s office issued an Endangered Missing Adult Alert following the report. The alert…

ByNina OliverioAugust 13, 20260Comments

Utility workers in an elevated bucket truck repairing overhead power lines amidst heavy tree coverage.

News Weather

Duke Energy outages leave more than 52,000 customers without power after Cincinnati storms

Outages continued Thursday as more than 52,000 customers remained without power after severe storms hit Greater Cincinnati. The outages included 43,387 customers in Greater Cincinnati and 9,073 in Northern Kentucky as of 5 a.m. Thursday. More than 171,000 customers have regained power since Tuesday’s destructive storms, according to Duke Energy. The company continues to assess…

ByNina OliverioAugust 13, 20260Comments

Graphic featuring bold yellow text reading "SCAM ALERT" on a solid blue background.

News

Hamilton County auditor warns of property tax scam using AI video

Warning on property tax scam are spreading across Hamilton County after Auditor Jessica Miranda flagged an AI-generated video targeting Ohio homeowners. The property tax scam falsely claims older Ohioans can apply for a federal property tax freeze through a nonexistent government program. How the property tax scam works The AI-generated video claims older homeowners can…

ByNina OliverioAugust 11, 20260Comments

Empty outdoor parking lot with yellow painted stall lines and white wheel stops along a perimeter fence.

News

Cincinnati parking security rules get revised proposal from Mayor Pureval

Mayor Aftab Pureval has introduced a modified version of an ordinance that would strengthen security requirements at public parking lots and garages. The proposal follows months of discussions between city officials, parking operators and other industry representatives. Pureval delayed consideration of the original proposal earlier this year after parking operators raised concerns about costs and…

ByNina OliverioAugust 11, 20260Comments

Cincinnati’s Newsroom for the People.

Cincinnati library plans $18M replacement as Delhi branch demolition nears

Mill Creek crash kills four as survivor’s mother recounts escape

North Avondale shooting injures 4, police say

Cincinnati police shoot abduction suspect after Green Township chase

Appeals court revives Michael Washington lawsuit against Cincinnati city manager

Duke Energy restores most Cincinnati storm outages

Cincinnati police issue statewide alert for missing man with dementia

Duke Energy outages leave more than 52,000 customers without power after Cincinnati storms

Hamilton County auditor warns of property tax scam using AI video

Cincinnati parking security rules get revised proposal from Mayor Pureval

Newsletter

The Harsh New Reality of Cincinnati Creative Jobs

Comic-Con Bars AI-Generated Art After Artist Backlash

Newsletter

Sign Up to Our Newsletter