Hamilton schools, 17STRONG, and Spooky Nook Champion Mill offer two free sports events for teens on June 17 and July 15, including basketball, volleyball, and soccer.

Dravo Park in Colerain Township will be closed temporarily for police training from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 30-May 2, causing minor access disruptions.

Middletown Police warn locals via Facebook of a rise in car thefts in the Sawyer Mill and Wicklow Drive areas, urging vigilance and preventative measures.

A teen was shot near the University of Cincinnati, and police are investigating. No suspect description or victim condition is available, and the car seen leaving is not confirmed to be involved.

Ronell Scott is indicted for the retaliatory murder of musician TreShawn Smith over a rap video feud, facing multiple charges including aggravated murder.

The Guardian Games event, reported by the Colerain Police on social media, successfully strengthened ties between first responders and high school students through fitness challenges.

Gladys, a gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo, is pregnant. Raised by humans, she overcame a broken arm with a 3D-printed cast. Her mate Mbeli and the zoo celebrate the pregnancy.

UC College-Conservatory of Music's Professor Mara Helmuth was named a 2025 Guggenheim Fellow, celebrating her contributions and future potential in composition.

Cincinnati's Evanston neighborhood improved with a clean-up event on Earth Day, seeing city workers and locals collaborate on environmental care and beautification.

Cincinnati Metro has launched a Rider Rewards program that allows users to earn points for free passes and perks by using their public transit system and tracking via the Transit app.

The University of Cincinnati's disc golf team, the UC Discats, won the PDGA National College Championship, marking their second victory in three years.

The FBI arrested James River Phillips in Ohio for allegedly possessing an unregistered explosive device. An ongoing investigation links him to other explosive incidents.

The Butler County Sheriff's Office highlighted the importance and lighter side of their K-9 Unit, emphasizing both their law enforcement role and joyous downtime activities.