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Cincinnati sees rise in spotted lanternflies as egg-laying season begins

Spotted lanternflies are appearing in large numbers across Greater Cincinnati as the invasive insects enter the egg-laying season. They are now common across the Cincinnati area, and experts are urging residents to kill adults and nymphs and remove egg masses before they hatch next spring. The invasive pest has spread throughout Ohio since it was…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 18, 20260Comments

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Measles exposure reported at Cincinnati Children’s emergency department

A measles exposure was reported at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. This, after two out-of-state patients visited its emergency department while contagious, according to the Cincinnati Health Department. The potential exposure occurred in shared public areas of the hospital’s Emergency Department on Sept. 14 and early Sept. 15. Health officials said there are currently no…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 18, 20260Comments

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7-year-old Cincinnati student dies on school bus

A 7-year-old Cincinnati Public Schools student died Wednesday, Sept. 16, while aboard a school bus. This was also confirmed by Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS). The student, identified as Ngone Talla, attended Roselawn Condon School. The coroner’s office said Talla became unresponsive while in her wheelchair on the bus. It also said she had an extensive…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 17, 20260Comments

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Record diesel prices raise costs for Cincinnati businesses and consumers

The prices of diesel are reaching record levels across the United States. The national average price of diesel reached a record $6.2301 per gallon on Sept. 14, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). The price is up from $5.9015 a week earlier and $3.6923 a year ago. AAA’s current record is also above the…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 15, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati ZIP code ranks No. 3 in Ohio for unclaimed funds

The unclaimed funds in Cincinnati’s 45202 ZIP code total $22.9 million, ranking it third among Ohio ZIP codes. These unclaimed funds are reportedly part of the $5.4 billion held by the state for residents, businesses and organizations. Unclaimed funds put Cincinnati ZIP code in top three The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 14, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Council weighs changes after teen’s fatal Price Hill shooting

The quality of life concerns in Cincinnati are drawing renewed scrutiny after a 14-year-old was shot outside a vacant East Price Hill home. It has also prompted City Council members to question whether city agencies responded quickly enough to complaints about the property. The discussion followed the Aug. 18 shooting death of Rakeem Blair Jr.…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 11, 20260Comments

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Waymo Cincinnati Mapping Begins as Region Eyes Driverless Rideshare

Updated Sept. 6, 2026: This article has been substantially expanded with additional reporting on independent safety data, Northern Kentucky's autonomous-vehicle law and what would have to happen before driverless service could launch in the region. This update also explores the latest developments surrounding Waymo Cincinnati and its potential impact on local transportation. Waymo Cincinnati Mapping Is…

ByAdam KoehlerSeptember 6, 20260Comments

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Waymo begins mapping Cincinnati as company considers driverless rideshare expansion

Waymo has begun mapping Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as the company explores a possible future expansion of its driverless rideshare service. The Alphabet-owned autonomous driving company confirmed it is in the early stages of implementing its technology in the Cincinnati area. However, Waymo has not announced a launch date for passenger rides. The company plans…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 3, 20260Comments

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Neighborhood plan for Downtown Cincinnati will guide growth after 40 years

Cincinnati officials launched the planning process Friday, Aug. 28, with city leaders, Downtown residents and business representatives. The effort will create a new long-term vision for Downtown Cincinnati as the area continues to undergo major development. The plan will examine how public spaces, streets, housing, offices and new projects fit together. Mayor Aftab Pureval said…

ByNina OliverioAugust 29, 20260Comments

Colorful mural on the Crossroad Health Center building at a street intersection in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati.

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OTR parking lot planned after 3CDC gets approval to demolish former health center

The Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) received city approval to demolish the former Crossroad Health Center building in Over-the-Rhine (OTR). The organization plans to clear the site and create a new surface parking lot with 51 spaces. The property sits near Liberty and Vine streets, where Crossroad operated before moving to its new North…

ByNina OliverioAugust 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati sees rise in spotted lanternflies as egg-laying season begins

Measles exposure reported at Cincinnati Children’s emergency department

7-year-old Cincinnati student dies on school bus

Record diesel prices raise costs for Cincinnati businesses and consumers

Cincinnati ZIP code ranks No. 3 in Ohio for unclaimed funds

Cincinnati Council weighs changes after teen’s fatal Price Hill shooting

Waymo Cincinnati Mapping Begins as Region Eyes Driverless Rideshare

Waymo begins mapping Cincinnati as company considers driverless rideshare expansion

Neighborhood plan for Downtown Cincinnati will guide growth after 40 years

OTR parking lot planned after 3CDC gets approval to demolish former health center

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