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Paddlefest expects to see 1,800 on the Ohio River this weekend
The Ohio River Paddlefest returns to Cincinnati for the 23rd year this weekend. The river event got its start in 2001 with founder Brewster Rhoads and a few of his friends. “(We) thought, ‘Hey, wouldn't it be cool if we can invite all the people we know who love canoeing and kayaking to jump in the Ohio River at an event that we could potentially organize if we thought about it?’ ” Rhoads said. “We decided, ‘Hey, let's try it. Let's start the Ohio River Paddlefest.’ ”
We dive into the Futures Commission recommendations
Will Cincinnati voters be asked for an income tax increase? It may be part of a plan to stabilize the budget. Mayor Aftab Pureval convened a commission in 2022 to take a comprehensive look at city finances and recommend changes. The Futures Commission released a report that included recommendations for income tax increases and a new waste collection fee, among dozens of other suggestions.
'Humbled to be part of it': Meet Cincinnati's new Catholic schools superintendent
Matthew Daniels didn't grow up Catholic or attend Catholic schools as a kid. His family was Baptist, and he spent his childhood following his football-coaching father from job to job across Ohio and West Virginia. He thought about following in his father's footsteps but instead found his calling in education, he said. Daniels also turned away from his Baptist roots after studying abroad in Rome and becoming Catholic in college. He hasn't looked back since. ...
Dayton Police speaks out after concerning video emerges
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A video circulating social media has caught the attention of many in the Miami Valley, including the Dayton Police Department. Dayton Police told 2 NEWS they were aware of the video, but it doesn’t show “the full context” of the incident. According to DPD, the K-9 allegedly bit the officer three […]
Bengals stars severely disrespected in a pair of recent rankings
Perhaps the way the 2023 season ended for the Bengals caused some people to forget just how good Cincinnati's star players are, because quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase were both severely disrespected in a pair of recent rankings. Burrow ranked behind Tagovailoa and Love?. First, let's look...
WPD: Unresponsive armed man found inside Jeep
WILMINGTON — A local man is facing charges after he was allegedly found unresponsive and armed inside a Jeep on Sunday afternoon outside of a North South Street residence. According to a press release from the city, Wilmington police responded to a call at 305 N. South St. around 12:12 p.m. The caller reported finding an unwanted male passed out in his Jeep.
Sitting Elly De La Cruz vs. Cubs is baffling decision by Reds manager David Bell
What are the Cincinnati Reds doing? Not only has the club drug their feet at the MLB trade deadline and are looking as if they'll just stand pat and do nothing as usual, but now their best player won't even be in the lineup on Monday night versus the Chicago Cubs. Elly De La Cruz will not start according to Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Ohio-based Big Lots names nearly 150 stores closing amid bankruptcy risk
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Big Lots, the discount retail chain headquartered in central Ohio, has identified nearly 150 stores that are closing this year amid speculation the company will file for bankruptcy. The chain shared plans in June to shutter 35 to 40 stores by the end of 2024, a filing the company submitted to […]
Pedestrian reportedly struck by a vehicle on High Street in Hamilton
HAMILTON, Ohio — Reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle have been made on High Street in Hamilton. The severity of the injuries has not been confirmed however, the injuries are reportedly to a leg and foot. Hamilton County police and medical responders have been dispatched to the...
Grab the rain gear: Multiple rounds of storms in forecast, some could be severe
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Grab the rain gear, Greater Cincinnati is in for an active and unsettled week with multiple rounds of rain and storms through the extended forecast. The heat and humidity is also back with sticky conditions also lingering for much of the foreseeable future. Rain moves in Monday...
Still no action on DeWine’s call for ‘diet weed’ regulation
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A call to action from Gov. Mike DeWine nearly seven months ago to regulate delta 8 THC products still has no legislative answer. Delta 8 is a low-level THC product, sometimes known as “diet weed.” Right now, it is completely unregulated, meaning, in part, anyone at any age can buy it. […]
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