Cincinnati

Cincinnati has shown improvement since joining the Big 12, but late-season struggles and roster rebuilds pose challenges for Coach Scott Satterfield. The team's strengths include one of the top offensive lines in Power Four programs and defensive talent like Johnathan Thompson. However, key weaknesses involve inexperience at skill positions and poor time of possession averages.

Ohio's recreational marijuana prices are significantly higher than those found in Michigan, according to pricing data. Compounding this disparity, Ohio Republican lawmakers have passed a new law criminalizing bringing legal marijuana from another state into Ohio, with penalties similar to pre-legalization prohibitions.

American Financial Group Inc. reported second-quarter net income of $248 million with adjusted earnings of $2.82 per share, exceeding analyst expectations. The company's revenue was $2.03 billion, and its shares have risen 3% year-to-date, reaching $140.60, a 14% increase in the last 12 months.

A Spectrum worker was robbed and shot in the neck during a violent attack in Cincinnati while on a job at 5 a.m. The suspect, who approached in a dark blue SUV and wore a red bandana, fled the scene, leaving the employee with life-threatening injuries. Spectrum is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.

A Spectrum worker was critically injured during a violent robbery while on a job in Cincinnati. The suspect, wearing a red bandana, shot the employee in the neck and fled in a dark blue SUV. Spectrum is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.

A Cincinnati foster kitten named Gelato, who gained viral attention for a homemade wheelchair, now has a custom 3D-printed wheelchair to aid mobility. Cincinnati Animal CARE credited public support for enabling the new device, which replaces an earlier DIY version made by a veterinary technician using cardboard and Hot Wheels.

A DHL Boeing 777 freighter features a crew rest area with bunk beds and reclining seats for long-haul flights. The plane was originally a Delta Air Lines passenger jet converted by Mammoth Freighters and is now used by DHL for transporting cargo.

Federal funding for teen pregnancy prevention programs is being cut, impacting efforts in Ohio and elsewhere. Rosemary’s Babies Company, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit, provides support to teen parents despite reduced federal grants. A lawsuit challenges the latest funding cuts, which include eliminating $68 million from 53 grants.

The Baltimore Ravens placed defensive linemen Nnamdi Madubuike, John Jenkins, and Travis Jones on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list ahead of training camp. Madubuike, a two-time Pro Bowler, missed most of last season due to a neck injury, and his availability remains uncertain. Other teams, including Chicago, Cincinnati, and Kansas City, also added players to their PUP lists.

A new report shows Ohio renters need at least $23.82 hourly to afford a two-bedroom apartment, a 5% increase from $22.51 in 2023. The average Ohio renter earns $19.59 hourly, below the required wage, with minimum wage workers needing 87 hours weekly to afford rent. Ohio faces a shortage of 266,000 affordable rental units.

Ohio is experiencing an energy affordability crisis, with electricity bills rising sharply, forcing families to choose between utilities, rent, and food. Local governments like Dayton are implementing large-scale community solar projects to provide fixed pricing and savings, contrasting with state regulators' inaction and utility rate hikes.

A study by the University of Notre Dame’s Student Policy Network and the Center for Land Economics suggests that a land-value tax in Ohio, which taxes land four times more than buildings, could spur development and benefit low-income families. The study found Cincinnati has over $1.87 billion in vacant land and highlighted tax disparities, such as a low-income apartment building being taxed 22 times more than a nearby parking lot. Ohio state Sen. Louis Blessing III, R-Colerain Township, is proposing a constitutional amendment to allow communities to adopt this tax model.

A man is accused of strangling, punching, and robbing a woman during a date in Cincinnati's Winton Woods Apartments parking lot on May 30. The victim escaped when the suspect stopped the assault, and he faces one count of aggravated robbery.

A man was arrested for allegedly strangling, punching, and robbing a woman during a date in Ohio. The incident occurred at Winton Woods Apartments parking lot on May 30, and he is charged with aggravated robbery.

Over 4 million Americans have lost access to SNAP benefits since Congress passed President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law. Experts, including trauma surgeon Dr. Sharven Taghavi, link reduced food assistance to increased gun violence, citing studies showing SNAP expansion correlates with lower firearm injury rates.

Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa is accused of a $2.2 million fraud scheme involving impersonating others to defraud two victims, according to a federal indictment. He faces five counts of wire fraud and is expected to appear in federal court in West Virginia.

Kroger Co., a Cincinnati-based grocery store chain, has announced the acquisition of Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle in a $1.65 billion deal.

Black-owned businesses in Ohio increased payroll by 82% between 2017 and 2023, employing over 64,000 workers. While Cincinnati and Toledo saw significant growth in Black-owned businesses, Dayton and Youngstown experienced declines. The Health Policy Institute of Ohio and Brookings Institution highlighted structural barriers and policy challenges affecting Black business growth.

A water sommelier tested New York City's tap water against tap water from Baltimore, Cincinnati, Washington, D.C., and Jersey City. The article explores whether NYC's tap water lives up to claims made by New Yorkers.

At least seven people were killed and 38 injured in a series of weekend shootings in Chicago, prompting President Donald Trump to call for military intervention. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's office did not respond to requests for comment, and similar gun violence occurred in Philadelphia, Cincinnati, and Kansas City over the weekend.

Kroger Co. reported fiscal first-quarter profit of $903 million, or $1.46 per share, with adjusted earnings of $1.58 per share, which fell short of Wall Street's $1.59 per share expectation. Revenue reached $46.12 billion, exceeding forecasts, and the company projected full-year earnings between $5.10 to $5.30 per share.

The Fowling Warehouse in Hamtramck, Detroit, will close on June 27. Creator Chris Hutt cited pre-pandemic expansion, economic factors, and changes in social behavior as reasons for the closure. The brand has expanded to cities like Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Dallas since 2019, and Hutt hinted at a potential relocation rather than permanent departure.

A mother in Cincinnati admitted to shooting her 12-year-old son in the head in January 2025. She pleaded guilty to attempted murder during a court hearing and faces sentencing in July. The boy survived but sustained catastrophic injuries that will significantly impact his life.

A mother in Cincinnati admitted to shooting her 12-year-old son in the head in 2025, pleading guilty to attempted murder. The child survived but sustained catastrophic injuries, and the mother remains in custody awaiting sentencing on July 23.

Briasha Stroud, 29, admitted to shooting her 12-year-old son in the head in Cincinnati on Jan. 26, 2025, leading to a guilty plea for attempted murder. The child survived but sustained catastrophic injuries, and Stroud faces a sentencing hearing on July 23 with potential decades in prison.

Human-caused climate change is projected to reach a 1.5°C increase around 2030. The Miami Fort coal-fired power plant, located on the Ohio River near Cincinnati, Ohio, is mentioned in the context of 2026.

The Ohio Supreme Court is deciding whether cities can ban flavored tobacco products under the state's home rule amendment, with Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Toledo among the 21 cities challenging a state law that overrides local bans. The ruling could determine the extent of municipal authority to regulate issues like tobacco sales without conflicting with state laws.

First-time homebuyers are increasingly relying on family financial support and multi-generational living arrangements due to high home prices and interest rates. While affordability improved slightly in 2024 compared to 2023, starter home shortages and elevated prices persist, pushing the median age of first-time buyers to 40. Prices remain 4% below 2022 peaks after inflation adjustments, but income margins for typical home purchases have narrowed significantly.

First-time homebuyers are increasingly relying on family assistance and multi-generational living arrangements to navigate high home prices and interest rates. Despite a slight improvement in affordability in April 2024 compared to the previous year, prices remain elevated, and a shortage of affordable starter homes persists. The median age of first-time buyers reached 40 in 2023, reflecting growing challenges for younger households.

First-time homebuyers are navigating high home prices and interest rates, relying on family assistance and multi-generational living arrangements. While affordability improved slightly in April compared to the previous year, prices remain near 2022 peaks, and a shortage of starter homes persists. The median age of first-time buyers reached 40, with repeat buyers dominating the market.

First-time homebuyers are increasingly relying on family financial support and multi-generational living arrangements to purchase homes amid persistently high prices and interest rates. Despite slight affordability improvements in April compared to the previous year, the median age of first-time buyers reached a record 40, highlighting market challenges for new entrants.

First-time homebuyers are navigating high home prices and interest rates by seeking family financial support and multi-generational living arrangements. While affordability improved slightly in April compared to a year earlier, prices remain elevated, with the median age of first-time buyers reaching 40. Examples include a Utah family contributing $200,000 to help their son purchase a Tennessee home and couples like Ty and Allisha Setty buying a Cincinnati house without family aid.

A federal jury in Cincinnati convicted a previously convicted felon of seven federal robbery and firearms charges. The individual was found guilty of multiple armed robberies.

First-time homebuyers are navigating high home prices and interest rates, with many relying on family financial support or multi-generational living arrangements. Despite slight affordability improvements in April 2024 compared to the previous year, starter homes remain scarce, pushing the median age of first-time buyers to 40. Examples include a Utah family contributing $200,000 to help their daughter purchase a Tennessee home, and a Cincinnati couple buying a house without family assistance.

First-time homebuyers are increasingly relying on family support and multi-generational living arrangements due to high home prices and interest rates. Despite some affordability improvements in April 2024, the median age of first-time buyers reached a record 40, with a shortage of affordable starter homes slowing market progress.

First-time homebuyers are relying on family assistance and multi-generational living arrangements due to high home prices and interest rates. Despite some affordability improvements in April compared to the previous year, the median age of first-time buyers reached 40, and a shortage of affordable starter homes persists.

First-time homebuyers are increasingly relying on family assistance and multi-generational living arrangements due to high home prices and interest rates. Despite a slight improvement in affordability in April 2024 compared to the previous year, the median age of first-time buyers reached a record 40, with starter homes remaining scarce. The National Association of Realtors reports that while income growth and slightly lower mortgage rates have improved affordability, it remains significantly worse than historical levels.

Agencies across the US have arrested individuals involved in social media-driven street takeovers in Charlotte, Clearwater, Cincinnati, and Naperville. Incidents included motorcycle swarms, gunfire, and unauthorized gatherings, leading to multiple arrests and citations.

An FBI raid led to the arrest of South Florida teacher Patrick Conor Russell, who allegedly exchanged child sexual abuse material and discussed strategies to encourage students to send nude photos. Russell, who taught at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, admitted to engaging in inappropriate sexual conversations about minors and described methods to exploit students.

Federal authorities in Cincinnati are alerting the public about scammers impersonating prosecutors and federal law enforcement officials. These fraudsters, potentially operating from outside the United States, are targeting American citizens nationwide in an attempt to extort money through deception.