Fifth Third Bancorp finalizes its merger with Comerica Incorporated, becoming the ninth-largest bank in the U.S., with expansion plans including 1,750 branches by 2030.

A worker sustained non-critical injuries falling at St. Paul Apartments, rescued by Cincinnati Fire Department's coordinated rope operation. Incident under investigation.

Two University of Cincinnati students allegedly broke into Fifth Third Arena, stealing alcohol and being caught on camera. They admitted to the crime and face charges.

Antonio Churchill was arrested for attempting to steal from Cincinnati's Paycor Stadium, with security footage showing forced entry. He faces a breaking and entering charge.

The Hoxworth Blood Center teams up with the Cyclones for the largest annual blood drive in Cincinnati, with incentives like T-shirts and event tickets for donors.

The Midwest anticipates cold weather, with snow and freezing temperatures forecasted, impacting travel and outdoor activities. A weather system may bring light snow and a freeze by the weekend, followed by a slight warm-up next week.

Dos Hermanos, a Columbus-based Mexican restaurant, opened its first Cincinnati location in the Findlay Market District, offering Oaxacan-style cuisine.

University of Cincinnati sponsors SXSW 2026 Workplace Track, emphasizing education-workforce link and offering sessions, panels, and an activation lounge.

Nick Lachey released a song urging Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown to sell the team, expressing his disappointment with the management and team performance.

The University of Cincinnati's CubeCats organization is set to launch its first student-led satellite, LEOPARDSat-1, from the ISS in partnership with NASA.

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine received a $1.1 million AMA grant to integrate AI with physician training, enhancing communication and clinical reasoning skills.

Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana brace for a week of cold and snow, with advisories from the National Weather Service indicating frigid temperatures and multiple snow systems incoming.

Middletown, Ohio's Public Works team received donuts from Pastor Jared Davis and companions, a gesture of community appreciation announced via the city's Facebook.