Car thefts spike on New Year’s Day, police offer prevention tips
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - New Year's Day is one of the busiest days for car thieves, with the National Crime Insurance Bureau reporting over 2,300 cars broken into nationwide on Jan. 1 last year. New Year's Day is one of the busiest days for car thieves, with the{ }National Crime Insurance...
Here are the 40+ Cincinnati-area bars and restaurants which closed in 2025
CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - Greater Cincinnati lost a lot of prominent bars and restaurants in 2025. While there were plenty of high-profile openings, including chef Jose Salazar's eponymous restaurant in the former Saks Fifth Avenue building and Al Lupo in the former Rookwood Pottery Food & Beverage...
Family reacts to Cincinnati police chief investigation extended into February
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The investigation into Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge’s leadership has been extended through the end of February, prompting her family to speak out in her defense. The city hired law firm Frost Brown Todd in October to investigate the effectiveness of Theetge’s leadership under a $40,000...
Cincinnati man accused of threatening judge before sentencing
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local man is accused of threatening a judge ahead of his sentencing for a probation violation. Xavier Jackson is now charged with retaliation and aggravated menacing. Jackson was initially charged in May 2024 for possession of meth. He'd previously been sentenced to probation but reportedly...
NKY PDs collect old devices to keep vulnerable communities safe
Northern Kentucky police departments are collecting old cell phones and tablets to provide communication devices for seniors, domestic violence victims and children in custody situations. The program allows community members to drop off their unused electronics at participating police departments during regular...
Model Group to build $9 million housing project in Over-the-Rhine
CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - Construction is expected to begin in a matter of months on a new supportive housing project in Over-the-Rhine. Tender Mercies and Over-the-Rhine Community Housing have retained Model Group’s construction arm to build Pleasant House at 1440 Pleasant St. just north of...
Movies and TV shows casting in Cincinnati
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...
Sweets & Meats BBQ struggles to keep Avondale location open
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A well-known Tri-State barbecue restaurant is considering its future as financial pressures mount heading into the new year. Sweets & Meats Barbecue opened its first dine-in location at the corner of Northern and Burnett avenues in Avondale last year to expand beyond catering and vending...
Doctors warn of severe symptoms from rapid ‘super flu’ spread
Hospitals across the country are seeing a record-breaking increase in flu cases, with children being affected the most severely, and doctors are urging parents to get their children vaccinated to prevent serious complications.
Christ Hospital now says it’s identified 6 cases of Legionella pneumonia
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The Christ Hospital has now reported six cases of Legionella pneumonia. In a statement from the hospital Wednesday, leaders at Christ say they have identified six cases of legionella pneumonia over the past three months. Three of the patients have died but many people who get Legionnaire's...

















