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Cincinnati crime declines downtown as some neighborhoods see increases

Cincinnati crime has declined in Downtown and Over-the-Rhine in 2026, but some neighborhoods are seeing increases in certain violent-crime categories. Homicides, robberies and aggravated assaults in Downtown and Over-the-Rhine fell nearly 30% compared with 2025, according to Cincinnati crime data reported Oct. 5. The two neighborhoods recorded 164 such crimes in 2025, compared with 115…
October 6, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati moves toward new security rules for parking lots and garages

Cincinnati is moving toward new parking security requirements for public parking lots and garages as the city responds to vehicle break-ins and firearm thefts, starting Jan. 1, 2027. The new rules would require parking facilities to add cameras, on-site staff, improved lighting and clearer payment signage.  The requirements could affect about 200 parking properties across…
September 30, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati, UC police detail strategy to address shootings near campus

The City of Cincinnati and University of Cincinnati police are increasing patrols and coordination after a series of shootings near the campus.  Police shootings strategy now includes monitoring social media, additional officers and efforts to disrupt large gatherings that officials say can contribute to violence. Interim Cincinnati Police Chief Adam Hennie and UC Police Chief…
September 23, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati police deploy drones, SWAT and K-9s for Oktoberfest Zinzinnati’s 50th anniversary

The city is gearing up for the 50th anniversary of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. Cincinnati police are deploying additional resources, including drones, K-9 officers and specialized response teams.  The city said that hundreds of thousands of visitors were expected downtown. Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is expected to draw about 800,000 people during the four-day celebration at Sawyer…
September 17, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati hires New Orleans firm to examine racial disparities in police stops

The City of Cincinnati’s police stop data will undergo an outside review as the city responds to a report alleging significant racial disparities in police stops. The review will examine Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) contact cards and the methodology behind a controversial analysis released earlier this year. The city signed a contract in early September…
September 12, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Council seeks answers on surveillance while nuisance proposal faces pushback

Cincinnati surveillance oversight targets city technology This is after the Cincinnati City Council approved a motion requiring the administration to explain how the city uses surveillance technology. Councilmembers Anna Albi, Seth Walsh and Jeff Cramerding sponsored the motion. The request covers cameras, drones and automated license plate readers used by the city. The administration must…
September 11, 20260Comments

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