Cincinnati City Council has unanimously approved an updated urban design plan that could transform the final undeveloped portions of The Banks into a mixed-use district featuring housing, retail, hospitality, and expanded public spaces.
The approval clears a major planning hurdle for a redevelopment effort estimated to cost between $750 million and $800 million.
The project…
Cincinnati Wants to Prepare for Climate Migrants
The City of Cincinnati recently released a Climate Migration Readiness Plan through its Office of Environment and Sustainability.
WVXU reported that the plan was released on May 13 and considers how climate migration could shape Cincinnati by 2050. It also examines what the city can do now to…
Cincinnati officials scheduled a virtual community engagement meeting.
This one is for May 20 to discuss the proposed use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds for the Wesley Baymiller affordable housing redevelopment project near 70 E. McMicken Ave.
The proposal includes up to $1.85 million in direct financial assistance tied to the Downtown/OTR East TIF…
Pedestrian safety programs are reducing vehicle speeds and serious crashes across Cincinnati neighborhoods.
City officials say pedestrian safety programs are delivering consistent safety improvements across 22 neighborhoods, based on a recent update to the City Council’s Climate, City Services and Infrastructure Committee.
The report highlights how targeted infrastructure changes are slowing drivers and lowering the…
Pedestrian safety is improving in Cincinnati as new data shows fewer deaths and serious injuries.
The number of pedestrian fatalities in Cincinnati has declined over the past three years, signaling a positive shift for public safety.
City data shows there were five pedestrian deaths in 2025, compared with six in 2024 and 10 in 2023.…
Cincinnati resident survey results reveal declining public satisfaction with safety and infrastructure.
The latest resident survey highlights growing concerns about roads, services, and quality of life in Cincinnati.
City leaders are facing renewed pressure after the latest resident survey showed sharp declines in satisfaction across key services. The findings point to safety concerns and poor…
The recent data center zoning approval marks a major economic shift for Wilmington.
Local leaders hope this data center zoning decision brings new jobs to the region.
The Wilmington City Council officially passed new data center zoning ordinances on Thursday. Consequently , this data center zoning decision fundamentally changes the landscape of Clinton County.
The…
Cincinnati data center permit pause is under consideration by city officials.
Cincinnati leaders are weighing a Cincinnati data center permit pause to allow time for comprehensive regulations.
City Council’s Housing and Growth Committee held a special meeting where members discussed halting new permits for about three months so planners can draft tailored zoning measures.…
Cincinnati subway discussions are once again circulating at City Hall as officials revisit how to repurpose the city’s long-abandoned underground tunnels.
Cincinnati subway proposals have sparked renewed curiosity, but critics question whether the ideas are practical or simply wishful thinking.
Cincinnati leaders are again exploring what to do with the unfinished subway tunnels beneath downtown…
City and county officials are presenting a draft plan for The Banks redevelopment centered on five underused parcels.
The updated vision for the Banks redevelopment aims to complete the riverfront district through coordinated, mixed‑use infill.
Perkins & Will and MKSK are the lead design firms selected to reimagine the remaining Banks parcels. They aim to…


