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.

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…

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ShotSpotter gunshot detection sensor mounted on a pole with the Cincinnati skyline and Roebling Bridge in the background.

Cincinnati ShotSpotter debate intensifies as city expands smart surveillance tools

Cincinnati ShotSpotter remains a focal point in the city’s public safety strategy. Cincinnati ShotSpotter continues to shape how police deploy resources in neighborhoods affected by gun violence. City officials say the acoustic gunshot detection system helps officers respond faster to shootings. The technology uses rooftop sensors to detect, triangulate, and alert police to suspected gunfire…

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