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Cincinnati named finalist to host Sundance Film Festival
Film Cincinnati and various regional partners have spent the past decade working to transform the Queen City’s reputation into what they call the Hollywood of the Midwest. Now, that same group hopes to cement that reputation – and attract tens of millions of dollars to the local economy – by helping Cincinnati become the new home to the Sundance Film Festival.
Search Intensifies for Three Missing Teens from Shelbyville Foster Home Amid Concerns Over Safety
Authorities in Bedford County are actively searching for three teenagers who have gone missing from the same foster home, as outlined by recent reports that have shone a spotlight on a disturbing pattern of runaways. According to WKRN News 2, the latest to vanish is 16-year-old Allizon Ventura Gomez, who was discovered missing on July 11. Sergeant Chris Brown expressed deep concern, noting that the teen took everything belonging to her, indicating no intention to return.
Suspect hurt bailing from car in wild police chase
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A suspect was hurt bailing from a vehicle during a police chase in Oakley, according to Cincinnati police. It happened in the 4200 block of 31st Avenue shortly before 1:30 p.m. Saturday. The suspect’s injuries were described as “minor” and police say they found a gun lying...
Man missing overnight rescued from river by Hamilton Police Department, Warsaw Fire Department
HAMILTON, Ill. — A man was rescued from flood waters Saturday morning while he was kayaking in the Mississippi River. Mike Boley, chief of the Hamilton Police Department, reported in a press release that at approximately 5 a.m. Saturday, July 20, a call was received in reference to a person who had been missing overnight in the flood waters near the Spring Island Campground.
Returning state champion Bartlett highlights 2024 high school storylines, golfers to know
The final weeks of July begin the high school sports season in Ohio and Kentucky as preps golfers begin their seasons on July 22 in Kentucky and July 29 in Ohio. Last season was another full of success for local golfers, including many returning athletes like Wyoming senior Finley Bartlett who won the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II individual state championship. Here are some of the top returning golfers and storylines to watch in the...
Car crash on Beechmont Avenue closes both lanes
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The Cincinnati Police Department confirmed a car crash that resulted in the closure of Beechmont Avenue. Cincinnati Police Department responded to a car crash involving two vehicles on Beechmont Avenue at around 12:42 p.m. Officers closed down both of the lanes to resolve the crash. Authorities have...
Motorcycle crash in West Chester results in serious injuries
WEST CHESTER, Ohio (WKRC) - Authorities responded to a report of a motorcycle crash that resulted in serious injuries. West Chester Police and Fire responded to a motorcycle crash with an unknown number of vehicles at Liberty Way and Veterans Blvd on Saturday. Although authorities reported serious injuries, they did...
Major outage impacts local businesses & agencies, leaving some customers frustrated
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) —In a major technological disruption today, banks, businesses, government services, and even some emergency services have had issues. With experts calling it possibly the “largest IT outage in history.”. The source of these widespread issues appears to be linked to a recent software update for...
Indiana’s Washington Square Mall Covered By a Black Tarp: Seeking Answers
There have been rumblings of some construction inside Washington Square Mall, so my investigation continues. That is a question a lot of folks are asking on social media and in the NextDoor app. I stopped in and asked a few questions, but I didn't leave with any solid answers. Multiple...
Worldwide technology outage has local implications
COLUMBUS, Ind. – The City of Columbus is facing minor disruptions due to a global technology outage and officials are asking for the community’s patience as they address these issues. Authorities say that teams are working to resolve the situation and maintain the high service standards that residents expect.
31-year-old man found shot dead inside vehicle in downtown Louisville, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A 31-year-old man was found shot inside a vehicle in downtown Louisville on Sunday morning, according to Louisville Metro Police. LMPD spokesperson Aaron Ellis said police responded to a report of a shooting in the 800 block of West Main Street around 1:30 a.m. Police found Devontae Beach inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds.
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