Friday, October 23, 2026

Cincinnati, US

72°F

A man speaks at a podium in front of a backdrop reading “The Vice President’s Fraud Task Force,” with men in suits standing on either side and American flags behind them.

News

JD Vance announces nearly $42 million in alleged SNAP fraud during Cincinnati visit

Vice President JD Vance announced that federal authorities had uncovered nearly $42 million in alleged Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) fraud during a visit to the FBI’s Cincinnati field office. The nationwide enforcement effort resulted in actions against more than 40 defendants accused of fraud involving food assistance and other U.S. Department of Agriculture programs. …

ByNina Oliverio2 days ago0Comments

Two happy dogs, one brown and white and one black and white, sitting side by side on grass

News

Cincinnati Animal CARE waives adoption fees as shelter exceeds 1,000 animals

Cincinnati Animal CARE is waiving adoption fees for eligible animals as the shelter faces critical overcrowding, with more than 1,000 animals in its care. The Hamilton County animal shelter is urging residents to adopt pets or provide temporary foster homes to help relieve pressure on its facilities. The temporary fee waiver aims to encourage adoptions…

ByNina Oliverio3 days ago0Comments

A person in a blue jacket slides a tan envelope into a white curbside mailbox with its red flag raised.

News Politics

FBI investigates suspicious powder mailing to Ohio secretary of state’s office ahead of election

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating a suspicious mailing containing a white powdery substance that was sent to the Ohio secretary of state’s office. This has raised security concerns ahead of the November 3 general election. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said the U.S. Postal Service intercepted the letter before it reached…

ByNina OliverioOctober 15, 20260Comments

A worker in a high-visibility safety vest standing in a dimly lit underground subway tunnel illuminated by warm work lamps.

News

Cincinnati subway tunnels study moves forward as city explores future uses

Cincinnati subway tunnels are the focus of a new feasibility study examining what could be done with the city’s long-abandoned transit infrastructure. The study marks a new step in Cincinnati’s effort to determine whether the tunnels can be reused, redeveloped or adapted for another purpose. Cincinnati subway tunnels draw interest from major firms The city…

ByNina OliverioOctober 2, 20260Comments

Male suspect holding a firearm on a stairwell, from Cincinnati police regarding the Talbert House shooting.

News

Cincinnati police identify man killed in Talbert House shooting

Cincinnati police identified the man killed during an officer-involved shooting at Talbert House in the University Heights neighborhood. Cortez Bailey, 33, died after police said he fired multiple shots inside the facility on Central Parkway Friday night. Police said Bailey was a resident at the Talbert House Parkway Center, where he had lived since May. …

ByNina OliverioSeptember 28, 20260Comments

Exterior view of the Rumpke recycling facility in St. Bernard.

News

Body found at Rumpke’s Cincinnati recycling facility in St. Bernard

A body was discovered Friday at Rumpke’s Cincinnati Recycling Facility in St. Bernard, prompting the company to shut down operations while police investigate. Rumpke spokesperson Molly Yeager said the body was found shortly before noon in incoming material brought to the facility by a truck. Investigators are working to determine what happened and how the…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 25, 20260Comments

Vivek Ramaswamy graphic featuring the word "OHIO", an American flag backdrop, and wealth symbols [s

News Politics

Forbes: Ramaswamy could become second-wealthiest governor if he wins Ohio

Republican Ohio gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy could become one of the wealthiest elected officials in the country if he wins the November election. Forbes estimated Ramaswamy’s net worth at $2.3 billion in a Sept. 20 report. The estimate would put him behind President Donald Trump and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker among the nation’s wealthiest elected…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 21, 20260Comments

Black, blue, and green plastic trash and recycling bins lined up along the asphalt curb of a residential street.

News

Cincinnati trash pickup delays leave more than 1,000 complaints after staffing shortage

Pickup for some garbage in the city was delayed across much of the city last week after several Public Service Department workers called out sick for multiple days. The complaints about it have now topped 1,100, with some residents saying they have gone nearly two weeks without collection. Staffing shortage delays trash collection The City…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 15, 20260Comments

A legal gavel representing a court ruling.

News

Cincinnati man pleads guilty in vandalism JD Vance’s home

A vandalism case resulted in federal guilty pleas from a Cincinnati man Tuesday. This involves two federal charges tied to damage at Vice President JD Vance’s Cincinnati residence. William D. DeFoor, 26, pleaded guilty Sept. 1 to two federal charges related to the January vandalism at Vance’s East Walnut Hills home. The guilty plea means…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 1, 20260Comments

Person pushing a shopping cart filled with groceries through a produce aisle.

News

Cincinnati grocery delivery pilot expands food access in Winton Hills

Cincinnati’s grocery delivery pilot is helping Winton Hills residents access food more easily by reducing transportation and cost barriers. The program now serves more than 370 people, with 96 percent of participants receiving benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), according to city officials. The grocery delivery pilot provides eligible residents with monthly grocery…

ByNina OliverioAugust 4, 20260Comments

Cincinnati’s Newsroom for the People.

JD Vance announces nearly $42 million in alleged SNAP fraud during Cincinnati visit

Cincinnati Animal CARE waives adoption fees as shelter exceeds 1,000 animals

FBI investigates suspicious powder mailing to Ohio secretary of state’s office ahead of election

Cincinnati subway tunnels study moves forward as city explores future uses

Cincinnati police identify man killed in Talbert House shooting

Body found at Rumpke’s Cincinnati recycling facility in St. Bernard

Forbes: Ramaswamy could become second-wealthiest governor if he wins Ohio

Cincinnati trash pickup delays leave more than 1,000 complaints after staffing shortage

Cincinnati man pleads guilty in vandalism JD Vance’s home

Cincinnati grocery delivery pilot expands food access in Winton Hills

Newsletter

The Harsh New Reality of Cincinnati Creative Jobs

Comic-Con Bars AI-Generated Art After Artist Backlash

Newsletter

Sign Up to Our Newsletter