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Drone deliveries could soon arrive in Greater Cincinnati as Walmart expands service

Walmart plans to bring drone deliveries to Greater Cincinnati as part of a major expansion of its aerial delivery network across the United States. The service will use drones operated by Wing, the drone delivery company owned by Alphabet, Google’s parent company. While an exact launch date has not been announced, Walmart said the service…

ByNina OliverioJuly 16, 20260Comments

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Air quality alert extended across Greater Cincinnati through Wednesday

Residents across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will remain under an air quality alert through Wednesday, July 15, after regional officials extended the advisory because of continued elevated ozone pollution. The Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency (SOAQA) originally expected the alert to end on Monday, July 14, but updated forecasts showed ground-level ozone concentrations would…

ByNina OliverioJuly 15, 20260Comments

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Air quality alert issued across Greater Cincinnati for July 4 weekend

An air quality alert remains in effect across Greater Cincinnati through the holiday weekend. The air quality alert covers parts of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana as ozone levels may reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups. Greater Cincinnati residents face an air quality alert throughout the Independence Day weekend as environmental officials warn that elevated ozone…

ByNina OliverioJuly 3, 20260Comments

Concept Rendering of the Proposed Fort Washington Way Cap Connecting Downtown Cincinnati and The Banks

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Fort Washington Way Cap Project Moves Forward After $25 Million Federal Grant

Stand on Third Street and look toward The Banks. Between downtown and the river sits an eight-lane trench carrying Interstate 71 traffic through the center of Cincinnati. For decades, planners imagined covering part of that gap with parks, plazas, and new public space. This week, that vision moved closer to reality. The U.S. Department of…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 2, 20260Comments

Older couple reviewing financial documents and the Working Families Tax Cuts information at home before filing their federal taxes.

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How the Working Families Tax Cuts Affect Cincinnati Families

Millions of Americans will file differently next tax season. The Working Families Tax Cuts bring new deductions for older people, tipped workers, overtime employees, and families. For Greater Cincinnati households, the key question is simple: will this lower my tax bill? For many, the answer is yes, especially with new Working Families Tax Cuts becoming…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 2, 20260Comments

Hazy Cincinnati skyline at sunset during the June 2026 heat wave, viewed from across the Ohio River with the Roebling Suspension Bridge visible.

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Heat wave expected to bring dangerous temperatures to Cincinnati

The Greater Cincinnati is preparing for a Cincinnati heat wave that forecasters say could bring several days of dangerous heat and humidity. This could begin Monday, June 29. The Cincinnati heat wave is expected to intensify through the middle of next week. Temperatures will climb into the low 90s, and heat index values could…

ByNina OliverioJune 26, 20260Comments

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Flood risk rises as heavy rain threatens Greater Cincinnati through midweek

Greater Cincinnati residents face a heightened threat of flooding this week as a prolonged stretch of rain and thunderstorms moves through southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana. Forecasters say repeated rounds of precipitation could overwhelm drainage systems and lead to flooding in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service office in Wilmington expects showers and…

ByNina OliverioJune 8, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Climate Week debuts with focus on environmental solutions across the region

Cincinnati Climate Week has launched its first regional series of events focused on sustainability, resilience, and environmental action. Cincinnati Climate Week brings together community leaders, businesses, educators, and residents for a week of climate-focused programs across Greater Cincinnati. The inaugural Cincinnati Climate Week began on June 8 with a packed schedule of events designed to…

ByNina OliverioJune 8, 20260Comments

A slightly hazy view of the Cincinnati skyline and the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge over the Ohio River during a regional air quality alert.

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Air quality alert issued across Greater Cincinnati as ozone levels rise

Residents across Greater Cincinnati faced an air quality advisory on Thursday after regional environmental officials forecast elevated ozone concentrations during warm and sunny conditions. The advisory covered several counties in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana and remained in effect from midnight Thursday through midnight Thursday night. The warning came from the Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency,…

ByNina OliverioJune 4, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools close third day amid extreme cold and snow

Article Summary Cincinnati Public Schools remained closed Wednesday, Jan. 28, marking a third consecutive day off due to snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. District officials said icy roads, sidewalks, and bus stops posed safety risks for students and staff. The closures come as a major winter storm impacts much of the U.S. As a…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 28, 20260Comments

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Drone deliveries could soon arrive in Greater Cincinnati as Walmart expands service

Air quality alert extended across Greater Cincinnati through Wednesday

Air quality alert issued across Greater Cincinnati for July 4 weekend

Fort Washington Way Cap Project Moves Forward After $25 Million Federal Grant

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Heat wave expected to bring dangerous temperatures to Cincinnati

Flood risk rises as heavy rain threatens Greater Cincinnati through midweek

Cincinnati Climate Week debuts with focus on environmental solutions across the region

Air quality alert issued across Greater Cincinnati as ozone levels rise

Cincinnati Public Schools close third day amid extreme cold and snow

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