A grand jury in Dayton charged 3 Americans, 22 Chinese nationals, and 4 Chinese companies with drug trafficking and money laundering related to fentanyl production.

Cincinnati sues a Clifton hookah bar for health and code violations, including selling tobacco to underage individuals and operating without a valid license.

The Butler County Sheriff's Office warns of a scam targeting families of inmates, where victims are asked to pay $2,500 for their relative's release. One person has already fallen for the scam.

The Poiesis Quartet won the grand prize at the Banff International String Quartet Competition, receiving over $500,000 CAD in prizes and a North American tour.

Dutch Bros has opened its first Tri-State area location in Springfield Township, offering a variety of coffee, energy drinks, and smoothies. Their hours are extended on weekends. A second Ohio shop is expected in Milford this fall.

Ohio Department of Commerce warns of a 47% increase in imposter scams targeting residents, with scammers posing as officials, family, or tech support to steal money or personal information.

Expert warns that probiotics can disrupt microbiome diversity and may harm some, like cancer patients on immunotherapy, but can also help manage specific conditions like infectious diarrhea.

Sens. Capito and Cardin received the Fogarty Award for Bipartisan Service from the University of Cincinnati's Portman Center, celebrating political cooperation.

A burglary occurred on Eastview Drive in Springfield Township, and police have released security images of the masked suspect, seeking community help to identify them.

Joseph Wiederhold from Jackson Township was indicted on 24 counts of Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor after an investigation into downloaded CSAM.

John Wright, a University of Cincinnati alumnus and adjunct faculty member, received the Medal of Valor for rescuing an injured driver from a burning car while serving as a deputy in Arkansas.

Cincinnati celebrates summer's end with the Western & Southern WEBN Fireworks and Riverfest, featuring music, food, and a rubber duck regatta for charity. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Sunday at Sawyer Point Park.

West Chester Township officials announced a second suspected cyberattack in a month, thought to be from a known hacking group, with the FBI and experts engaged in response.