Weekend weather whiplash: Cold front brings rain, winds… and then possibility of frost
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - After a taste of summer warmth, the region is bracing for a sharp swing back to chilly, windy conditions over the weekend. Temperatures surged back into the 80s Friday, well above normal for this time of year. But changes arrive quickly overnight as a strong cold front sweeps into the area Saturday.
Retiring Covington schools Superintendent Alvin Garrison presents farewell address
Covington Independent Public Schools Superintendent Alvin Garrison presented his farewell address at the Board of Education meeting on Thursday, as he prepares to retire, effective in June. He has led the school district since 2013.
Greater Cincinnati agencies to receive part of $3.4 million in funding
The Cincinnati Police Department is set to receive a $30,000 boost from the state of Ohio, aimed at strengthening its approach to violent crime investigations. The funding is part of a broader $3.4 million statewide initiative focused on equipping law enforcement agencies with specialized training and resources to better respond to rising public safety concerns. […]
Covington sober living patients must vacate after court ruling
About 40 patients living at facilities run by Covington’s Twin Rails Sober Living will have to vacate after the organization failed to comply with both state and local licensing regulations, according to court records. Twin Rails is an organization that provides live-in services for patients with substance use disorders.
Kroger launches Pearl Street Academy
A new development platform brings leadership training across the entire enterprise, offering growth opportunities for associates.
Leg Shot Near UC: Corryville Morning Gunfire Ends With Suspect in Cuffs
Gunfire broke the quiet of a Corryville morning on Friday, just a few blocks from the University of Cincinnati, leaving one person hospitalized and a suspect in police custody. The shooting happened shortly after 8 a.m. on East University Avenue near Euclid Avenue. Police say the victim was shot in...
More than 30 people displaced after NKY apartment fire, officials say
COVINGTON, Ky. (WXIX) - The American Red Cross confirmed that 34 people were displaced after a fire ripped through an apartment building in Covington Friday afternoon. The fire was reported just before 1 p.m. on the 700 block of Edgecliff Road. According to Red Cross officials, the fire impacted 13...
Ohio Man Charged In Connection To A Social Media Scam
A Cincinnati, Ohio, man was charged in connection with a social media scam that resulted in an Oak Grove woman losing $2,600. Oak Grove Police say 54-year-old Felix Kouame pretended to be from “Apple Support” and convinced a woman to send money through Cash App, claiming it was needed to activate her Apple business account.
Petition to change hiring, firing process of police & fire chiefs approved
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The proposed petition that would change the way Cincinnati fire and police chiefs are hired and fired is moving forward. According to former Cincinnati Vice Mayor Christopher Smithermann, the city approved the language of the proposed referendum Friday, April 17. Now that the petition has been approved,...
Plea negotiations underway in criminal case against man who shot teen outside Joe Mixon’s...
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Plea negotiations are underway in Hamilton County’s criminal case against the man charged with shooting a teenager outside now-former Bengals star Joe Mixon’s house, according to his defense attorney. Lamonte Brewer was set to appear in court on Friday to enter a plea or have...
