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OSHA investigates fatal crane accident at Brent Spence bridge project

A construction worker died after a crane accident at the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Cincinnati police and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are investigating the incident. According to local news reports citing Cincinnati police, the worker was operating a boom lift near West Third Street and Pete Rose…

ByNina Oliverio1 day ago0Comments

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Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

Cincinnati police defended the use of surveillance technology as city leaders pressed for more information about privacy, data retention and how information can be shared. Interim Police Chief Adam Hennie appeared before Cincinnati City Council’s Public Safety Committee on Oct. 6 to discuss the department’s use of cameras, license plate readers, drones and other technology.…

ByNina OliverioOctober 7, 20260Comments

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Monday is final day to register to vote in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana

The voter registration deadline for the Nov. 3 general election arrives Monday, Oct. 5, for voters in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Residents who want to vote in the November election must register or update their voter information by their state’s deadline. Ohio voters face Oct. 5 deadline Ohio’s voter registration deadline is Monday, Oct.…

ByNina OliverioOctober 5, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati urges BLINK visitors to sign up for CincyAlert safety notifications

Cincinnati public safety officials are urging BLINK visitors to sign up for CincyAlert before the four-day festival begins Oct. 8. The city’s emergency alert system, powered by Smart911, can send residents and visitors information about emergencies, severe weather, road closures and other public safety issues. CincyAlert can send updates directly to phones CincyAlert allows users…

ByNina OliverioOctober 3, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati has not started search for permanent police chief

The City of Cincinnati has not started the process of finding a permanent police chief nearly six months after former Chief Teresa Theetge was fired. Vice Mayor Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney said the city administration told her it has not decided whether it will conduct a search for a permanent chief. The decision could depend partly…

ByNina OliverioOctober 2, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati to establish standalone stormwater agency by 2027

Cincinnati City Council has unanimously approved a plan to create a standalone stormwater agency by 2027, separating the Stormwater Management Utility (SMU) from Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The move comes after major flooding across Cincinnati this summer and is intended to give the city a dedicated agency focused on stormwater infrastructure, flood protection and resilience.…

ByNina OliverioOctober 1, 20260Comments

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How much does it cost to go to college in Cincinnati now?

College costs in Cincinnati vary widely depending on the school, residency, program and whether a student lives on campus. The tuition also varies depending if your son or daughter wants to go to a public or private school. For the 2026-27 academic year, tuition at local schools ranges from about $11,700 a year at Northern…

ByNina OliverioOctober 1, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati advances stricter parking lot security rules amid car break-ins, gun thefts

The Cincinnati City Council is advancing new parking lot security requirements as city officials respond to vehicle break-ins and firearms stolen from cars. The Budget, Finance and Governance Committee voted Monday, Sept. 28, to advance an ordinance establishing tougher safety standards for public surface parking lots and parking garages. The Council is expected to consider…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 28, 20260Comments

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Walmart expanding Greater Cincinnati operations with $300 million fulfillment center

Walmart plans to invest more than $300 million in a new fulfillment center in Turtlecreek Township, creating more than 300 jobs in Warren County. The Walmart fulfillment center will be located at 760 Encore Drive and will handle larger, non-sortable merchandise, including televisions, furniture and other oversized items. The project was announced Sept. 28 by…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 28, 20260Comments

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Hamilton County seeks public feedback on five-year economic strategy

Hamilton County is developing its 2027 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy to guide economic priorities over the next five years. County officials held two public engagement sessions Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Hamilton County Central Campus in Cincinnati to present recent economic data and hear from residents about the county’s future priorities. Hamilton County reviews economic…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 24, 20260Comments

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OSHA investigates fatal crane accident at Brent Spence bridge project

Cincinnati police defend surveillance tools as council weighs privacy rules

Monday is final day to register to vote in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana

Cincinnati urges BLINK visitors to sign up for CincyAlert safety notifications

Cincinnati has not started search for permanent police chief

Cincinnati to establish standalone stormwater agency by 2027

How much does it cost to go to college in Cincinnati now?

Cincinnati advances stricter parking lot security rules amid car break-ins, gun thefts

Walmart expanding Greater Cincinnati operations with $300 million fulfillment center

Hamilton County seeks public feedback on five-year economic strategy

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