Fairfield is moving ahead with a roughly $12M Marsh Park makeover that adds trails, docks and a 6,000‑sq‑ft restaurant — neighbors are organizing a petition for a November vote.

Cincinnati Public Schools told families that an out‑of‑town officer who said they worked for ICE visited several schools for wellness checks, the district says no students had direct contact.

An Ansonia volunteer firefighter has been charged with aggravated murder and arson after prosecutors say a house fire exposed the body of longtime coach Ericka Kramer. The arrest has rattled the small community as investigators continue their probe.

A new Ohio dashboard shows roughly 25% of students were chronically absent last year. State officials say weekly school-level data should help communities act faster.

Clear morning, warm afternoon with scattered storms. Strong cold front Saturday brings heavier rain and a sharp cooldown.

Hamilton City Council approved a tax incentive on April 15 that clears the way to convert the Mueller Building into a roughly $50M hotel. The vote unlocks financing and preservation steps for a long‑planned downtown rehab.

Police say a 2016 Nissan Maxima (OH JCA8999) was stolen from the 3800 block of Dunloe Ave. Detectives are seeking tips and camera footage.

Elly De La Cruz became the first MLB shortstop since 1900 with five homers and five steals through Cincinnati’s first 16 games, mixing rare power and speed.

CPS’s Project Connect will open a 12‑space Safe Sleep Lot at Taft Elementary on April 30 to give families living in cars a secure overnight spot and faster shelter referrals.

The Westwood plan pairs new affordable units with preservation and streetscape projects across Cincinnati's largest neighborhood. Community groups say nonprofit-owned lots are already moving toward development.

A Butler County grand jury indicted Victoria Ashley Hill on one count of aggravated arson after investigators say a Feb. 21 Curtis Street fire endangered seven apartment residents.

Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week runs April 20–26 with 50+ restaurants offering $26–$56 three-course menus; $1 from each meal benefits Cincinnati Children’s.

Gov. DeWine and the Department of Children and Youth are consolidating 13 regional 211 providers into a statewide, 24/7 helpline that will cover all 88 Ohio counties by June.