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Composite image showing Dion Crockett and Bridgette Morris in front of The Evanston affordable housing complex in Cincinnati, illustrating a story about alleged rent theft and housing oversight failures.

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Rent Theft Property Managers: Is This Common in Cincinnati?

Two Property Managers Indicted in 14 Days: What It Reveals About Cincinnati's Housing Oversight Cincinnati's housing debate usually focuses on supply. These cases reveal another challenge: whether tenants can trust the systems already in place. This is especially concerning in light of recent rent theft incidents. Bridgette Morris stole roughly $40,000 from Wallick Communities properties…

ByAdam KoehlerMay 30, 20260Comments

News graphic showing police vehicles with flashing lights blocking traffic on Interstate 71 near the Silverton exit, with text reading "I-71 shooting investigation reveals targeted attack, sheriff says".

Community News

$25M needed to cap Fort Washington Way, city leaders say

Cincinnati and Hamilton County officials are renewing efforts to transform a long-discussed vision into reality by building deck caps over Fort Washington Way. The proposal would create new land above Interstate 71 and U.S. Route 50 between downtown and the riverfront. Local leaders say the project could improve walkability, create green space, and support additional…

ByNina OliverioMay 27, 20260Comments

A wooden gavel resting on a lease agreement and financial documents, representing the legal sentencing of a former CMHA manager for rent theft in Cincinnati.

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Former CMHA manager jailed after rent theft charges in Cincinnati

Dion Crockett, former Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) manager, now faces felony charges after investigators accused him of stealing tenants’ rent payments at a Cincinnati housing complex. The case centers on allegations that residents at The Evanston apartment complex paid rent that never reached their accounts, triggering eviction threats and lawsuits. The arrest of Crockett…

ByNina OliverioMay 25, 20260Comments

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

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Rent Theft Property Managers: Is This Common in Cincinnati?

$25M needed to cap Fort Washington Way, city leaders say

Former CMHA manager jailed after rent theft charges in Cincinnati

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

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