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A photo that illustrates the passengers riding a Cincinnati Metro bus during the 2026 primary election day.

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Cincinnati Metro to offer free Metro rides for May 5 primary election

Cincinnati voters can rely on free Metro rides to safely reach their local polling stations. By eliminating fare barriers, these free Metro rides ensure greater civic participation across Hamilton County. Cincinnati voters can easily access the polls this year thanks to free Metro rides. The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority officially authorized these free Metro…

ByNina OliverioApril 28, 20260Comments

Stacks of cash and a plaque for a $3.4 million Cincinnati violent crime reduction grant in front of a city skyline and crime analysis map.

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Ohio violent crime funding distributes $3.4M, with $403K to Greater Cincinnati

Ohio violent crime funding will distribute $3.4 million to law enforcement agencies across the state. Ohio officials announced a new round of grants aimed at reducing violent crime through targeted enforcement and prevention strategies. Governor Mike DeWine said the funding supports local agencies working to address crime trends and improve public safety outcomes. The grants…

ByNina OliverioApril 17, 20260Comments

Wooden legal gavel and a bronze Cincinnati ICE supervisor badge on a courtroom desk.

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Suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor admits to false statements amid domestic abuse investigation

A suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor faces up to five years in federal prison after accepting a plea deal. This was the result after he admitted to lying to federal investigators during an ongoing domestic violence probe. On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, a suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor accepted a plea deal in U.S. District Court. Samuel…

ByNina OliverioApril 2, 20260Comments

Republican women Ohio candidates Holly Adams and Rosemary Oglesby-Henry in front of the Cincinnati skyline

Opinion Politics

Republican Women Ohio: A First District Shift

Two Republican women are on the ballot in Ohio’s First Congressional District. Both are grassroots, builders, and have been treated as outliers. The district has never elected a woman in over 200 years. Republican women in Ohio understand the impact of this gap. The families paying the price for that gap in leadership are not…

ByRosemary Oglesby-HenryMarch 26, 20260Comments

Car performing a burnout during a street takeover as a large crowd watches and records with phones

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Street Takeover Attempt Near Woodward High School Ends in Dozens of Arrests

What began as a planned street takeover early Sunday morning near Woodward High School ended very differently than organizers likely expected. According to information gathered at the scene, roughly 75 vehicles blocked the roadway and refused to disperse when officers arrived. When a Cincinnati police officer called for assistance, units from multiple agencies responded to…

BySignal 99March 15, 20260Comments

Mount Rushmore presidential faces symbolizing Presidents’ Day in Cincinnati 2026

Community Lifestyle

Presidents’ Day Cincinnati 2026: What’s Open and Closed

Why Presidents’ Day Matters in Cincinnati Presidents’ Day Cincinnati is more than just a federal holiday on the calendar. While the day officially honors George Washington’s birthday, it has evolved into a broader recognition of American presidents. For Cincinnati, the holiday carries a direct local tie. The city is the birthplace of William Howard Taft…

ByAdam KoehlerFebruary 16, 20260Comments

Opinion Politics

Sycamore School Board: A Cautionary Tale of Teachers’ Union Takeovers

A story deserving of public discussion relates to the recent November election for the Sycamore school board . Sycamore encompasses the affluent Cincinnati suburbs of Blue Ash, Montgomery, Symmes, and Sycamore Township. In this race, as in many other school board elections across the United States, the teachers’ union put their thumb on the scale…

ByBill LavertyFebruary 13, 20260Comments

Health

Cincinnati Winter Health and Cold Temperatures

Winter in southwest Ohio has a personality of its own. Cincinnati sits in a large river valley, which means temperatures can shift quickly. One week brings sunshine and flurries over the Ohio River. The next brings freezing rain, sharp wind, and long stretches of gray skies. These changing conditions can have a big impact on…

ByBrett HarnettFebruary 11, 20260Comments

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Learning and safety threat leads evacuation at Cincinnati middle school

Article Summary A Cincinnati middle school was evacuated after receiving a bomb threat by phone, prompting swift emergency action. Bridgetown Middle School in Green Township moved students and staff to safety while police and fire crews conducted a thorough search with K-9 units. No explosive device was found, and all were reported safe. Students were…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 21, 20260Comments

National News Politics

Oregon Begins Cleanup of 800,000 Inactive Voters as Ohio Maintains Ongoing Roll Reviews

Article Summary Oregon election officials announced they will begin removing hundreds of thousands of inactive voter registrations after pausing routine maintenance for several years. Although state officials say inactive voters did not receive ballots, the backlog has drawn legal and political scrutiny. By contrast, Ohio says it conducts continuous voter-roll maintenance using federal databases. Ohio…

ByAdam KoehlerJanuary 15, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Metro to offer free Metro rides for May 5 primary election

Ohio violent crime funding distributes $3.4M, with $403K to Greater Cincinnati

Suspended Cincinnati ICE supervisor admits to false statements amid domestic abuse investigation

Republican Women Ohio: A First District Shift

Street Takeover Attempt Near Woodward High School Ends in Dozens of Arrests

Presidents’ Day Cincinnati 2026: What’s Open and Closed

Sycamore School Board: A Cautionary Tale of Teachers’ Union Takeovers

Cincinnati Winter Health and Cold Temperatures

Learning and safety threat leads evacuation at Cincinnati middle school

Oregon Begins Cleanup of 800,000 Inactive Voters as Ohio Maintains Ongoing Roll Reviews

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