Cincinnati City Council chamber during a Citizens' Forum meeting

OTR school safety concerns prompt principal’s plea to Cincinnati City Council

Over-the-Rhine was once considered one of Cincinnati’s most crime-ridden neighborhoods.  Major redevelopment efforts over the past two decades helped reduce violent crime and attract new residents and businesses. However, some sections of northern Over-the-Rhine continue to face persistent challenges related to drug activity, homelessness, public disorder, and safety concerns, according to residents, police reports, and…

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