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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

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Spectrum worker shooting leaves employee critically injured during Cincinnati robbery

A Spectrum employee remains hospitalized after a robbery turned violent in Cincinnati early Thursday morning. Police said the worker suffered a gunshot wound to the neck while performing his duties near Reading Road. The shooting occurred shortly after 5 a.m. on North Fred Shuttlesworth Circle in the city’s Avondale area. Authorities described the victim’s injuries…

ByNina OliverioJuly 31, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati budget includes $2 million for Farmer Music Center after council approval

Cincinnati City Council approved a new city budget that includes $2 million for the Farmer Music Center, a planned outdoor amphitheater near Riverbend Music Center. The Farmer Music Center funding package moved forward despite opposition from several council members who argued the money should be redirected to infrastructure and housing priorities. The budget vote concludes…

ByNina OliverioJune 17, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati City Hall security review follows concealed sword incident

Cincinnati officials are reviewing security measures after police said a person brought a sword hidden inside a cane into council chambers during a public meeting. According to reports from WLWT and FOX19, the incident happened during the public comment portion of a City Council session at Cincinnati City Hall. Police later arrested Alexandra Dalton, also…

ByNina OliverioMay 14, 20260Comments

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USPS delivery truck crash kills 28-year-old woman in St. Bernard

A 28-year-old woman died after a delivery truck of United States Postal Service (USPS) struck her in St. Bernard early Wednesday morning, according to police. Officers responded to the crash around 2 a.m. in the 4700 block of Vine Street near Baker Avenue. According to a report by FOX19, the woman suffered severe injuries and…

ByNina OliverioMay 13, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge Still on Paid Leave. Will City Charter Block Firing?

Nearly six months after being placed on paid leave following a series of high-profile downtown incidents, Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge remains in limbo. She met with City Manager Sheryl Long in a closed-door hearing as the city weighs its next move. But whether she returns or is removed may come down to more than…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 11, 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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Suburban schools bomb threat prompts Indian Hill evacuation, police respond

A bomb threat at suburban schools led to the evacuation of two Indian Hill campuses on Wednesday morning. The bomb threat triggered a coordinated police response as administrators cleared buildings out of caution. Indian Hill schools evacuate after suburban schools bomb threat The bomb threat forced the evacuation of Indian Hill High School and Indian…

ByNina OliverioMarch 4, 20260Comments

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Hamilton County JFS budget deficit leads to service cuts and levy concerns

Article summary Hamilton County Job and Family Services (JFS) faces a projected $16 million budget deficit in 2026. This is driven by rising child-care costs, inflation, and the end of federal support. To address the shortfall, the agency plans program cuts, reduced contracts, slower hiring, and funding shifts. These measures could potentially save $35 million.…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 15, 20260Comments

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Hamilton County auditor warns of property tax scam using AI video

Spectrum worker shooting leaves employee critically injured during Cincinnati robbery

Cincinnati budget includes $2 million for Farmer Music Center after council approval

Cincinnati City Hall security review follows concealed sword incident

USPS delivery truck crash kills 28-year-old woman in St. Bernard

Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge Still on Paid Leave. Will City Charter Block Firing?

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

Suburban schools bomb threat prompts Indian Hill evacuation, police respond

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