A $25M federal award will fund design and early work on a 1.2‑acre cap and plaza over Fort Washington Way between Vine and Walnut, officials say. Local matching funds are still required.

Patchy morning fog will give way to a dangerous heat wave: highs near 97°F and heat‑index values over 105°F. An Extreme Heat Warning runs through Friday; check cooling options.

Clermont County and CMHA broke ground on Veterans Village, a 19-unit development in Monroe Township that pairs affordable units with on-site VA services and community space.

The last defendant in a multi‑state chop‑shop probe received five years' probation after pleading guilty to interstate vehicle theft.

Dr. David Gius begins as UC Cancer Center director today, bringing NIH‑funded trials and a national research profile to Cincinnati.

The OPWC released $392.8M in project agreements for 678 projects across 87 counties, funding roads, water, wastewater, bridges and stormwater improvements.

Butler County’s latest revaluation shows a roughly 19% median jump in home values. The tax impact will depend on school‑district levies, the 20‑mill floor and local rate choices.

A person was hospitalized with critical injuries after a shooting near the 6800 block of Vine Street in Carthage; Cincinnati police say the investigation is ongoing.

Prosecutors say a Hamilton County mother repeatedly abused her 9‑ and 1‑year‑old sons and now faces felony charges including strangulation and child endangerment.

A 45-year-old man has been named in an attack in Westwood where police say the victim was punched and then struck repeatedly with a brick. Authorities say he faces assault and felonious assault charges.

A 31-year-old Cincinnati woman was arrested after police say she grabbed a steering wheel on June 29, causing a crash that injured a passenger.

Kroger’s annual meeting produced a quick board shake‑up: Ron Sargent moves to non‑executive chair, two directors retire and Mitchell Butier joins the board as the dividend rises.

A juvenile was arrested after a high‑speed chase in Franklin ended with a crash on I‑75; K‑9 teams located another person while one suspect remained at large. Police warned residents to secure vehicles.