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Hot, humid through midweek; Heat advisory in effect through Wednesday evening
Today and Wednesday will be very hot and humid with highs around 97 degrees and heat index values, or the “feels like” temperature, into the 100s. A heat advisory is in effect from noon today through 8 p.m. Wednesday, issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington. During the advisory, high temperatures and humidity will create heat index values near 100 degrees today and up to 104 on Wednesday.
Body found in ditch in Union Township
UNION TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - Authorities reported a body found in a ditch off the side of a road in Union Township. Union Township police responded to a report of a body at around 8:41 a.m. on Sunday morning. They found the body in a ditch at the 1100 block of Ohio Pike.
It's been 12 years since it was this hot in Cincinnati; won't 'cool down' until next week
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - It hasn't been this hot in Cincinnati in 12 years! It was 96-degrees in 2018 and that makes the last 97+-degree day on July 7, 2012 -- that's 4,434 days ago. It will not "cool down" again until next week. Expect a near-record high of 97-degrees with...
Cincinnati Bengals cuts tracker: Who's in, who's out at 53-man NFL roster deadline
The Cincinnati Bengals must cut the roster to 53 by 4 p.m. Tuesday, according to the NFL roster-cut deadline. Position battles in the preseason don't involve starters like quarterback Joe Burrow, wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, but players like linebacker Maema Njongmeta are battling to wear the first-ever all-orange uniform...
Rare World War II warbirds will be part of 'Lunken Airport Days' this weekend
CINCINNATI — Those looking for something to do during Labor Day Weekend may want to check out Lunken Airport. On Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1, two of the rarest and most iconic World War II warbirds will be there as part of "Lunken Airport Days." The B-17...
Ja'Marr Chase reports to Bengals camp, puts even more pressure on CeeDee Lamb
The 2024 NFL offseason has been the year of the holdout. Top pass catchers, CeeDee Lamb of the Dallas Cowboys, Ja'Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals and Brandon Aiyuk of the San Fransisco 49ers have all been absent from the majority of the preseason as they look for massive contract extensions.
Elementz non-profit moving to larger space
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Elementz hip-hop, a Cincinnati institution that opened shortly after the 2001 riots, is moving to a larger space. The non-profit attracts 2,000 students a year from 16 different schools. See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Please click here to report it. Do you have...
Jaxson Kirkland is the biggest surprise of the Bengals offseason
The Cincinnati Bengals have had some pleasant surprises this offseason, but none bigger than the one who is biggest physically. Jermaine Burton has looked great, but we all knew the talent was there. Matt Lee looks like he could become a long-term answer at center, but he’s a rookie who...
Crash with injuries reported on Baltimore Avenue in East Westwood
CINCINNATI — A crash with injuries has been reported in the area of 2400-2700 blocks of Baltimore Avenue in East Westwood. The severity of the injuries has not been confirmed. Cincinnati police and fire department responders have been dispatched to the scene. For live traffic updates, click here. Click...
Two injured in crash on I-275 near Sharonville, troopers say
SHARONVILLE, Ohio (WXIX) - Two people were injured in a crash on I-275 in Sharonville on Monday. The crash happened at around 12:45 p.m. near the 47-mile marker. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Michael Lenz, 77, of Cincinnati was traveling eastbound in a 2015 Honda Civic. He attempted a lane change and struck a 2015 Honda Accord, driven by Luanne Cain, 67, of Morrow. The Civic then struck a 2005 Nissan Extera, driven by Lawrence Keller, 66, of Fairfield.
Greater Cincinnati library to close for 6 months for renovations
CHEVIOT, Ohio (WKRC) - Residents can expect some changes in the future at the public library in Cheviot. The library will close on Sept. 7 at 6 p.m. for renovations. It will then remain closed for six months. Part of the renovation includes improvements to accessibility on the property. Any...
Riverfest, WEBN fireworks 2024: Everything you need to know
CINCINNATI — Cincinnati's Riverfest and fireworks celebration is back again this weekend. Nationally recognized as one of the top single-day festivals in the country, Riverfest is slated for Sept. 1, starting at noon, with fireworks launching from the Ohio River starting at 9 p.m. This will be the 48th...
Miami Baseball Head Coach Brian Smiley agrees to extension through the 2030 season
The Miami University RedHawks baseball team is keeping its manager around for the foreseeable future. Head coach Brian Smiley agreed to a three-year contract extension with the program on Monday, Aug. 26, announced Miami Athletic Director David Sayler. After a 2023 season that saw the RedHawks go 21-35 and release...
Ohio man facing felony charge in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A southwestern Ohio man was arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges in connection with the January 6, 2021 breach of the U.S. Capitol. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Columbia, 46-year-old David Valentine, of Wilmington, Ohio in Clinton County, was arrested in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Aug. 22. Valentine made […]
80 Years of Women in the Bearcat Bands
In the spring of 1944, as the world dealt with the turmoil of World War II, the University of Cincinnati (UC) Bearcat Bands faced an existential threat. With many of its members drafted into military service, the band was at the risk of removal. In a bold and transformative move,...
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