The NWS in Wilmington, Ohio, warns of a significant arctic outbreak with extreme cold through the weekend, affecting cities like Columbus and Cincinnati.

Brian McShane Simmons, a 46-year-old with mental health challenges, was reported missing but later found safe, as announced by Middletown Police on Facebook.

Forest Park, Ohio, reschedules its "Building Bridges: Connecting Community" event for local youth and law enforcement to foster community connections at Gracehills Church.

Sophie Shockey, an occupational therapy student, designed a multifunctional rehabilitation wall to aid stroke survivors' cognitive and motor skills recovery at the NeuroFit Gym, supported by the University of Cincinnati.

Cincinnati police are investigating a homicide after Marcus Wilson, 41, was shot and killed in Winton Hills, marking the area's fifth shooting this year.

Springfield Township officials announce their snow removal strategy on Facebook, detailing pre-treatments and a rotating crew plan for continuous road clearance during an upcoming snowstorm.

Springfield Township issued guidelines for residents to aid snow removal, suggesting shoveling snow to the right of driveways and asking for patience during cleanup.

Two new partners join the University of Cincinnati's 1819 Innovation Hub, bringing expertise in data analytics and financial planning to support student and startup growth.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio predicts a prolonged arctic outbreak for the week, with dangerous extreme cold, possibly setting records in the Ohio Valley.

Mt. Healthy PD announced on Facebook that vehicles parked on snow emergency routes risk towing to clear roads for snow removal. Residents are urged to comply to avoid fines.

The Cincinnati Fire Department shares its winter response efforts, including adding chains to vehicles for icy conditions, and asks the public to avoid unnecessary travel.

A Level 2 Snow Emergency was declared by the Butler County Sheriff in Ohio, urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel due to hazardous roads from severe winter conditions.

The University of Cincinnati is hosting an AI & Emerging Technology Symposium on Feb. 18 for the UC community, focusing on the future of education and more.