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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 Oliverio6 hours ago0Comments

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Community News

Neighborhood plan for Downtown Cincinnati will guide growth after 40 years

Cincinnati officials launched the planning process Friday, Aug. 28, with city leaders, Downtown residents and business representatives. The effort will create a new long-term vision for Downtown Cincinnati as the area continues to undergo major development. The plan will examine how public spaces, streets, housing, offices and new projects fit together. Mayor Aftab Pureval said…

ByNina OliverioAugust 29, 20260Comments

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Business Community

Rising downtown office vacancy shifts Cincinnati commercial real estate trends

A surge in downtown office vacancy is pushing local developers to rethink traditional commercial properties. City leaders face new challenges as downtown office vacancy impacts the broader Cincinnati real estate landscape. The persistent rise in downtown office vacancy is permanently reshaping the heart of Cincinnati’s business district. With downtown office vacancy reaching historic highs, local…

ByNina OliverioJune 5, 20260Comments

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Community

Cincinnati urban sprawl vs city living: Where are people moving?

The recent population data highlights a deep contrast between Cincinnati urban sprawl and downtown growth. We analyze how Cincinnati urban sprawl impacts local migration trends and real estate markets. Experts are closely monitoring Cincinnati urban sprawl as regional population numbers hit record highs. While city living sees a historic revival, Cincinnati urban sprawl continues to…

ByNina OliverioMay 22, 20260Comments

Business Community

Cincinnati Is Better Than Its Reputation — And Worse at Selling Itself

Cincinnati's Real Economic Footprint Cincinnati ranks 2nd of 20 peer regions in total exports and 1st in per-capita exports—a distinction that separates serious production economies from consumption hubs. P&G, Kroger, Cintas, and GE Aerospace do not generate these rankings through nostalgia. The Cincinnati economy is further evidenced by the region also claiming 4th-place Fortune 500…

ByAdam KoehlerMay 10, 20260Comments

Western Hills Sports Mall building near West Price Hill ahead of proposed redevelopment

Community News

Western Hills Sports Mall Redevelopment Raises Concerns in Price Hill

The old Western Hills Sports Mall property isn't coming back as a community asset. Instead, it's headed for redevelopment into yet another income-restricted apartment complex — and once again, the real burden will fall on West Price Hill residents, even though city maps try to pretend otherwise. In fact, the Western Hills Sports Mall redevelopment…

ByTodd ZinserApril 22, 20260Comments

Aerial architectural rendering of the Piatt Park transformation project in downtown Cincinnati, part of 3CDC’s $128 million urban development plan.

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Piatt Park transformation included in 3CDC’s $128M development plan

Piatt Park transformation plans are moving forward as part of a broader downtown investment strategy. Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation, commonly known as 3CDC, is advancing a series of projects aimed at reshaping the city’s urban core. The nonprofit developer confirmed that improvements to Piatt Park will be one component of a larger capital plan.…

ByNina OliverioApril 16, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati skatepark breaks ground in Camp Washington ahead of fall opening

The construction of Cincinnati skatepark has officially begun in the Camp Washington neighborhood. This project marks the city’s first full-scale public facility designed for skateboarders. The city of Cincinnati has started building its first full-scale skatepark, with officials targeting a fall 2026 opening. The long-awaited Cincinnati skatepark will bring a dedicated space for skaters within…

ByNina OliverioApril 13, 20260Comments

Digital rendering of the new Brighton Approach Bridge spanning a roadway in Cincinnati, featuring a modernized concrete structure and upgraded pedestrian fencing.

Community News

New bridge opening reconnects neighborhoods after $8M project

The new bridge opening will reconnect key Cincinnati neighborhoods after years of limited access. This also marks the completion of a nearly $8 million infrastructure investment. Cincinnati officials say the long-awaited bridge project will restore a vital connection between several communities. The new structure replaces a nearly century-old bridge that had become unsafe for regular…

ByNina OliverioMarch 24, 20260Comments

Community

Cincinnati Perception Gap: Why Shootings Change How the City Feels

Cincinnati safety is not just about crime statistics. It’s about how people experience the city in real time. In just a few weeks, Cincinnati has seen a mass shooting at a downtown venue, multiple incidents in Mt. Airy, and separate shootings in neighborhoods like Madisonville and Westwood. None of these events is necessarily connected. But…

ByAdam KoehlerMarch 22, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati subway tunnels study moves forward as city explores future uses

Neighborhood plan for Downtown Cincinnati will guide growth after 40 years

Rising downtown office vacancy shifts Cincinnati commercial real estate trends

Cincinnati urban sprawl vs city living: Where are people moving?

Cincinnati Is Better Than Its Reputation — And Worse at Selling Itself

Western Hills Sports Mall Redevelopment Raises Concerns in Price Hill

Piatt Park transformation included in 3CDC’s $128M development plan

Cincinnati skatepark breaks ground in Camp Washington ahead of fall opening

New bridge opening reconnects neighborhoods after $8M project

Cincinnati Perception Gap: Why Shootings Change How the City Feels

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