The AFL-CIO held its annual Labor Day event at Great American Ball Park, signifying solidarity among workers and attracting union members and politicians ahead of elections.

STRS Ohio's chair, Rudy Fichtenbaum, is considering a deal with QED, which is at the center of a scandal involving accusations of contract steering. Attorney General Yost seeks to remove two STRS board members amid the controversy.

Santiago Espinal hit a clutch infield single in the 11th inning that led the Reds to a 4-3 victory over the Brewers, halting Milwaukee's five-game winning streak.

Galaxie, originating from Louisville, is set to open in Covington, Kentucky, offering food, drinks, and live music, while Eastern European restaurant Sudova is launching in Cincinnati, both adding to their local dining scenes.

The Mason School District board unanimously approved a new three-year contract for teachers, increasing base salaries and offering enhanced flex hours for collaboration and professional development.

A former Mason City Schools bus driver faces charges for allegedly operating a school bus while intoxicated, endangering 31 students. The district removed him and is reviewing safety protocols.

A 26-year-old man was fatally shot in Bond Hill, Cincinnati. Identified as Aaron Myles, he was found with gunshot wounds in his car and later died at UC Medical Center. No arrests have been made; police are investigating.

Nyema Norton died from injuries sustained in a July Avondale shooting. Police urge witnesses to contact the Homicide Unit as the investigation continues.

Hulk Hogan visited a Kroger in Liberty Township to launch his Real American Beer, engaged with fans, signed autographs, and discussed his wrestling past and local ties.

A Kentucky couple was sentenced to lengthy prison terms for armed methamphetamine trafficking following a law enforcement investigation and plea agreements.

A Butler Tech administrator, David Campbell, was indicted on 23 child pornography charges and placed on leave. He pleaded not guilty and was released on an "OR bond" with house arrest. No local students were implicated in the investigation.

A woman, 25, was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being shot in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati. No arrests have been made.

Developers resume a 205-unit residential project, Park Avenue Square, in Walnut Hills after pandemic delay, with construction hoped to start by year's end or early next year despite increased costs.