Neighbors in Anderson Township reported a possible black bear this week; wildlife officials haven’t confirmed the sighting. State biologists urge calm, securing food sources and reporting photos so the animal can be verified.

A stolen-vehicle pursuit in downtown Cincinnati ended in a crash Wednesday; police say multiple people were taken to hospitals.

A crash at Center Hill and Este avenues in Winton Hills drew a large police response Tuesday; investigators say people were taken into custody and detectives are probing a possible robbery link.

Elementl Power filed to PJM for a 600 MW interconnection from a planned 1.5 GW SMR plant in Meigs County, advancing the proposal into the regional grid queue.

A Mount Washington man was arrested after two alleged attempts to lure minors into his car, court documents show.

UC has retained a broker to sell its 23‑acre Reading research campus — a 2001 gift that was valued near $100 million — a move that could redraw the region’s lab map. The sale raises questions about where UC will house research programs and who might buy the complex.

Dailyn Swain, a former Xavier forward who broke out at Texas, was selected No. 15 by the Chicago Bulls. The Columbus native’s size and playmaking earned him first‑round buzz.

A short video appears to show a small black bear in Greenhills, prompting police and state wildlife officials to investigate. The sighting arrives as Ohio reports a rise in bear reports.

A Bavarian-style bar has opened at Moxy Cincinnati, pairing German beer-hall textures with local Reds and flying-pig flourishes. Studio Outrider’s design aims to welcome both locals and travelers.

Mostly sunny Wednesday with highs near 83°F. Heavy rain and possible localized flooding likely late Friday.

UC trustees approved a roughly $33.2M purchase of an off‑campus apartment community near Uptown as the university expands its student housing footprint.

A Madisonville man allegedly assaulted his mother, forced an ATM withdrawal and crashed her stolen car while fleeing police at Victory and Reading.

The Port of Greater Cincinnati authorized bonds to help finance CIG Communities' $67M Gallery at Kenwood project, moving the development closer to its next phase.