Former U.S. Attorney Ken Parker was contracted for one year to advise Cincinnati on public-safety strategy and community outreach, with a $199,000 cap. Parker will review PIVOT and ACT for Cincy, attend monthly briefings and host listening sessions.

A Fort Thomas woman with seven prior OVI convictions was arrested in Springfield after a late‑night stop. Troopers say three prior offenses were felonies, making the new charge a felony OVI.

Patchy fog this morning clears to a hot day with a slight afternoon storm chance. Heavier, potentially flooding rain is most likely late Thursday into Friday.

Patchy fog this morning; highs in the upper 80s. Isolated storms possible today with a heavier rain threat Friday.

Patchy fog this morning gives way to a hot 89°F afternoon. Scattered storms could bring brief heavy downpours and localized ponding.

Patchy fog this morning, then likely storms and heavy downpours today. Heat index near 100°F and an Air Quality Alert mean limit strenuous outdoor activity.

Patchy fog and a Heat Advisory greet Cincinnati on Saturday, July 4. Highs near 94°F with pop-up storms possible this afternoon.

A Cincinnati father faces child‑endangerment charges after his 3‑year‑old was found alone in a car during 94‑degree heat and taken to the hospital.

A late-night shooting on Harrison Avenue left one person dead; Cincinnati Police’s Homicide Unit is investigating and asking the public for tips.

Miami County deputies seized more than a pound of suspected cocaine and about $5,000 during a Troy search warrant; investigators will present the case to a grand jury.

Interstate Utility Trailer has started work on a 17‑acre Franklin site off I‑75 that will combine sales, service and warehouse space for the dealer. The project adds to Franklin’s growing logistics footprint.

Dr. David Gius begins as UC Cancer Center director today, bringing NIH‑funded trials and a national research profile to Cincinnati.

Prosecutors say a Hamilton County mother repeatedly abused her 9‑ and 1‑year‑old sons and now faces felony charges including strangulation and child endangerment.