Three Hope Police officers received an award from the Ohio Deflection Association for notable work with the Quick Response Team on opioid crisis outreach.

The southbound lanes of the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge have reopened after being closed for 100 days for fire repairs. This has eased traffic and supply chain disruptions between Ohio and Kentucky.

Cory Bowman, JD Vance's half-brother and a Republican, enters the Cincinnati mayoral race, aiming to bring prosperity and tackle issues like development and low-income housing.

Ahmad Bilal Niazi, an MBA student from Afghanistan at the Lindner College of Business, advocates for Afghan refugees while focusing on education and housing support through his initiatives.

False swatting incidents caused a lockdown at Kings High School and Kings Junior High School. After a police search, the situation was resolved, and the schools resumed normal activities.

A grand jury found a Middletown officer's fatal shooting of Christopher Gorak justified, following his threatening gesture with a weapon during a domestic dispute call.

Research by the University of Cincinnati and Sino Lion USA outlines the rise of sulfate-free cosmetics, advocating for amino acid-based ingredients that benefit health and the environment.

Giancarlo Morelli pleaded guilty to a federal charge of conspiring to produce monkey torture videos, with his associate Nicholas Dryden awaiting a plea entry. Morelli could face up to five years in prison.

The University of Cincinnati was featured in 15 spots in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs list, particularly highlighted by its CECH programs.

Cincinnati marked MLK Day with events honoring the civil rights leader, including a tribute to the Black Music Walk of Fame, a commemorative march, and Black Empowerment Day at the Museum Center, which emphasized community unity and African American history.

A driver died in a Cincinnati crash after hitting a fire hydrant and utility pole. Police suspect speed and impairment, the driver wasn't wearing a seatbelt.

Two former FirstEnergy Corp. executives, Charles Jones and Michael Dowling, have been indicted by a federal grand jury on racketeering conspiracy charges involving bribery and fraud.

James L. Winkle, benefactor of the University of Cincinnati's College of Pharmacy, has passed away at 90. His $10 million donation significantly impacted the college.