Cincinnati man faces charges after failing to surrender following ‘erroneous release’
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A man is facing new charges for failing to turn himself in after being "erroneously released" before serving his prison sentence. Rondez Horton was set to serve two years for aggravated robbery with firearm specifications. Horton was told on multiple days that he needed to turn himself...
Hundreds in Cincinnati protest ICE operations in wake of deadly shooting
An ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good during an enforcement operation in Minneapolis Wednesday, sparking nationwide protests. Hundreds gathered at Fountain Square to March in Cincinnati Thursday.
Kentucky school district announces closure due to building issues
KENTUCKY — A roof collapse at Latonia Elementary School on New Year’s Eve has forced the entire Covington Independent School District to shift to non-traditional instruction, with all schools moving to virtual learning. District officials said a significant portion of the elementary school building was damaged in the...
Body found after suspected bank robber confesses to murder: Prosecutor’s office
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A suspect in a Cincinnati bank robbery confessed to a murder during his post-arrest interview. James Courtney, 44, of North Bend, was arrested for robbing a bank in early December, according to Cincinnati police. While he was being interviewed by detectives, Courtney confessed to a murder, the...
Court docs: Man charged with robbing west side bank indicted for same-day murder
The prosecutor's office told WCPO that while in custody, Courtney confessed to police that he had murdered someone.
Cincinnati Vows Safer Parks After Tragic Shooting of 11-Year-Old
Cincinnati Faces Scrutiny Over Delayed Security Camera Installation in the West End Cincinnati city officials are facing increased scrutiny after delays in installing promised security cameras in the West End—delays that come in the wake of tragic incidents involving children and rising concerns about neighborhood...
Cincinnati residents face uncertainty as plan to sell affordable housing units progresses
WEST END, Ohio (WKRC) - Residents of City West are grappling with the potential sale of their homes as the Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) plans to sell 105 units in the affordable housing complex that sits in the shadow of TQL Stadium, home of FC Cincinnati. Terria Mitchell, a...
Tri-State emergency rooms overwhelmed by respiratory illnesses
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Emergency rooms across the Tri-State area are experiencing a surge in patients due to respiratory illnesses, including the flu, COVID-19, and RSV. This has prompted healthcare providers to urge residents to consider alternative care options to avoid long wait times and potentially save on co-pays....
‘So loved’ | Cincinnati musician known for mental health talent show dies at 63
For Chaz Walker, recovery meant using music to heal. And showing the world he could still play – even with mental illness. Walked died in December, and those who knew him pledge to continue his work.
Man hospitalized after being shot in Covington
COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - Covington police are investigating a shooting that took place at Barb Cook Park near Ashland and Madison avenues. Officers responded to a report of a man claiming he had been shot just after 6 p.m. The victim was found on Madison Avenue and taken to UC...

















