NKY river city grads earn millions in college scholarships
Graduates of Northern Kentucky’s independent river city school districts have earned more than $3.3 million in scholarships and educational awards at the conclusion of this school year. EducateNKY, a Northern Kentucky-based nonprofit focused on expanding educational access and outcomes for local youth, found that gradu
11 Ohio BBQ Restaurants Where Pulled Pork Sandwiches Are The Main Attraction
Some sandwiches are lunch, and some are the reason you suddenly find yourself plotting a road trip across Ohio with extra napkins in the glove box. Pulled pork belongs in the second category, especially when it lands on a soft bun with barky edges, smoky depth, tangy sauce, and that glorious, barely contained mess fact
10 Ohio Burger Joints Where Locals Line Up But Outsiders Don’t Know
Forget the polished travel lists and shiny chain restaurants. Ohio’s burger magic is hiding in plain sight, and locals have been guarding these places like family secrets for years. These are the spots where parking lots stay full, regulars know exactly what they’re ordering before they walk in, and...
Cincinnati father accused of leaving kids in car for hours while he drank in...
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A Cincinnati man is accused of leaving two young children alone in a vehicle for hours while he drank alcohol inside a nearby bar, according to court records. Michael Thomas was arrested June 5 and charged with two counts of endangering children, according to Hamilton County Municipal...
Greater Cincinnati motorcyclist killed after colliding with deer
GEORGETOWN, Ohio (WKRC) - A motorcyclist in Greater Cincinnati was killed after colliding with a deer. According to a release from the Georgetown Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred June 5 at 11:41 p.m. on US Route 52 near mile marker 25 in Green Township. Investigators...
Man wanted for felony warrants flees police in Indiana to Cincinnati’s West Side
GREEN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - A police pursuit that began in Indiana ended with a disabled vehicle and a suspect still at large after authorities said they could not locate the driver following a search in Hamilton County. On Friday, June 5, at 4:32 p.m., the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office...
Sheriff: Suspect not located after leading police on multi-state chase
A suspect is on the run Friday after leading officers on a multi-state chase that ended in Green Township. HCSO said there is no known danger to the public.
First Alert Weather Days: Dangerous storms possible this weekend
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A significant stretch of unsettled weather is on the way. Starting Saturday, five consecutive First Alert Weather Days will impact the area through Wednesday, with the most dangerous conditions arriving this weekend. Saturday: Strongest Threat. The greatest severe weather concern arrives Saturday af
North Avondale residents continue pushback against historic district classification
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - North Avondale is one step closer to becoming a historic district, but the plan has been met with pushback from residents who are concerned it would violate their rights as homeowners. Many of the homeowners who spoke against the proposal said they may be forced into costly...
Italianfest returning to Newport for 34th year
Newport’s annual Italianfest will return for the 34th time, running from June 11 to 14. Located along Riverboat Row between the Purple People Bridge and the Taylor-Southgate Bridge, the festival celebrates Italian-American heritage in Northern Kentucky and showcases Newport as a destination for community events, entert

















