A former deputy sheriff was sentenced to 18 months in prison for engaging in an illegal sexual relationship with a high school student and tampering with evidence.

Red Feather Kitchen in Cincinnati is closing after 11 years in business, with its last day set for the upcoming Saturday. The restaurant has not disclosed the specific reasons for the shutdown.

Michael Bowlin is set to appear in court for stabbing a construction worker in Cincinnati. He was extradited to Hamilton County after being arrested.

A 68-year-old man died after his car hit two parked vehicles on West 69th Street in Carthage due to a medical episode. No other injuries were reported, and speed or impairment was not a factor.

A KFC in Delhi Township suffered a fire, causing $75,000 damage and forcing closure. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire, which started in the dining area, is under investigation.

The NWS Wilmington reports mild, wet weather for Columbus and Cincinnati, with a colder shift later in the week. Early fog and steady temperatures are expected, and a more apparent weekend is expected after mixed precipitation on Friday.

Robert Weidle, the beloved Cincinnati Zoo Santa for over 17 years, unexpectedly passed away, leaving a grieving community to honor his memory and legacy.

Cincinnati has been recognized as one of the top 20 most vibrant arts cities, with significant economic impact and high rankings in arts revenue and worker compensation.

The Ohio Valley, including Columbus and Cincinnati, is expecting a wet weekend with rain forecasted and possibly heavier rain on Monday, leading to concerns of flooding.

Middletown police seek information on three dogs found on a roadside, one fatally hit by a car, as they work to identify the owner and piece together events leading up to the incident.

The University of Cincinnati Bearcats prepare to host the Xavier Musketeers in the Crosstown Shootout, a much-anticipated basketball event with Dan Skillings returning from injury. Traffic is expected to be heavy due to simultaneous events.

Christian Austin was accused of kidnapping a 16-year-old at gunpoint in Delhi Township. The teen was released in Cincinnati, Austin was arrested, and his bond was set at $76,000.

Ex-teacher Caroline Johnson receives a one-year prison sentence and must register as a sex offender for having a sexual relationship with a student, as per Ohio’s Attorney General.