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Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
Facebook report challenges claims that fracking is 'environmentally-friendly'
A new Facebook page monitoring thousands of fracking-related accidents and cleanups happening nearly every day over the last nine years challenges the Ohio gas and oil industry’s claims that it’s environmentally-friendly. Report trends indicate a pattern of lax regulation along with superficial attempts to clean up oil, gas and radioactive fracking wastewater from lands and water across the state, according to FracTracker Alliance, a national nonprofit that studies, maps, and communicates the risks and impacts of oil, gas, and petrochemical development. ...
The forgotten forfeit: When Cleveland tried to cheat its way to a victory
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Last month the Northeast Ohio sports world revisited 10 Cent Beer Night, the raucous evening at the ballpark that resulted in a forfeit against Cleveland. The 50th anniversary of that ignoble night took folks down memory lane to recall the June 4, 1974, game between Texas and Cleveland that resulted in baseball’s official forfeit score of 9-0.
Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows
Over a week in July 2022, more than a foot of rainfall came down on Eastern Kentucky bringing a deluge of flood waters that displaced thousands of people and killed more than 40. A recent study published by Kentucky’s former top geologist suggests environmental damage from surface coal mining worsened the deadly disaster, perhaps significantly. […] The post Surface coal mining worsened deadly Eastern Kentucky floods in July 2022, study shows appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Cincinnati launches website for 'Electrify Cincy', aiming to educate contractors
CINCINNATI — The city of Cincinnati's Office of Environment and Sustainability announced the launch of the official website for its initiative, "Electrify Cincy." A collaborative effort between city government and the community, Electrify Cincy aims to educate neighbors and contractors as the city works toward the Green Cincinnati Plan's goal.
KFC baseball goes 15-0
KFC went 15-0 in C-League baseball regular season play at Richard Shaffer Park. Kids front left to Jamison, Zeck Bourne, Bridger Bourne, Jack Fauber, Hayden Pitzer, Savion Seals, back left to right Kids Jayceon Curtis, LeBron Haithcock, Jude Yuellig, Si Harper, Chase Willey, Trynn Zornes. Back left to right Evan Turner assistant coach, Tay Haithcock team camera man, Coach Nick Fauber, assistant coach Dave Fauber, Coach Brad Haithcock, Matt Willey assistant coach, Cody Jamison assistant coach, Latrell Haithcock assistant coach.
Weeding into new ground: Health effects of secondhand marijuana smoke
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - As more states make marijuana legal, public health providers have a warning about where it’s used when it comes to secondhand pot smoke. At least two new studies raised questions about how much marijuana smoke can be inhaled before people put their bodies and health at risk.
Maxwell, Ne-Yo, Fantasia, SWV and more tapped for Cincinnati Music Festival
The Cincinnati Music Festival returns Thursday with a three-day event featuring some of the greatest in R&B, jazz, soul and hip-hop. Slated to hit the stage this year are Maxwell, Ne-Yo, Fantasia and more. The festival kicks off Thursday at the Andrew J. Brady Center with a tribute to hip-hop;...
More rain chances this week
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - We saw steady rain this morning providing more than a third of an inch of rain at CVG (0.36″) and other spots receiving similar totals. The steady rain is done for the day but spotty showers or storms will still be possible this afternoon. Otherwise it will be relatively mild with a high of 83.
Metropolitan Opera Confirms Two New Works
The Metropolitan Opera has confirmed two upcoming new works. In an Instagram post, the company said, “Missy Mazzoli is composing an opera based on George Saunders’s ‘Lincoln in the Bardo,’ with a libretto by Royce Vavrek, which is slated to premiere at LA Opera in early 2026 and arrives at the Met in fall 2026. Mason Bates is writing an adaptation of Michael Chabon’s ‘The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay,’ with a libretto by Gene Scheer. Bates’s opera has its world premiere at Indiana University this fall before coming to the Met.”
Land bank low bidders revealed
The Highland County Land Reutilization Corporation (land bank) revealed the apparent lowest bidders for the 11 bid packages from the upcoming round of the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Grant Program (BDSRGP). The apparent low bidder for Bid Package 1 was Evans Landscaping for a total of $13,300, which included...
The Gaslight Anthem Celebrate History Books at The Andrew J Brady Music Center
Catch The Gaslight Anthem in Cincinnati on August 27th at The Andrew J Brady Music Center, as they continue to celebrate History Books, their acclaimed 2023 return to action, on tour!. History Books (Expanded Edition), released last week, showcases a brand new mix of The Gaslight Anthem’s 2023 masterpiece, along...
Sideshow Saturday: Blush with Static Symbol
Local label Best Friend Records (The Yugos, Moonbeau) presents Side Show Saturdays: an all-new independent music showcase at the Historic Ludlow Theatre and Bircus Brewing Company. Once a month, Best Friend Records will curate a lineup of artists from in and around the tri-state area for your listening pleasure, while Circus Mojo wows audiences with out-of-this-world circus talent.
Hillsboro FFA volunteers at ballpark
On June 10th, The Hillsboro FFA Chapter was able to volunteer their time at the well-loved, Shaffer Ballpark. Everyone around the community loves spending time out in this amazing spot that brings us all together. There really is something special about this humble place, seeing as how the parking lots are full during every single summer evening.
Cincinnati Kicks Off Construction of Reimagined Convention CenterDistrict
CINCINNATI, OH (For Immediate Release) – The highly anticipated $240. million transformation of the Cincinnati Convention Center got underway. July 16, as state, county, city and tourism leaders heralded the. project and the impact it will have on the future convention district. and the regional economy. The new state-of-the-art...
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