56-year-old man shot in face in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A 56-year-old man was shot in the face in Walnut Hills overnight, according to Cincinnati police. Officers responded to the 2600 block of Park Avenue after receiving a report of a shooting at 11:43 p.m. Wednesday, said Captain Stephen Bower. They found the victim shot in the...
Memorial to be held for 15-year-old girl fatally shot in Elsmere
A memorial will be held for a 15-year-old girl shot to death, allegedly by a 15-year-old boy, in Elsmere, Ky., according to family.
Man arrested for alleged threats against ICE, Ohio sports costs and Ohio State Fair
Good morning, Cincinnati. Here's what you need to know today. Today will be the hottest day of the week! A Heat Advisory is in effect with highs in the lower 90s for most of Ohio. Higher humidity levels mean our heat index or "feels-like" temperature will reach the lower 100s during the afternoon. Stay hydrated and...
Local UDF customer wins $50,000 in Ohio Lottery scratch-off game
CINCINNATI (WKRC) – A customer at a local UDF has hit the jackpot, claiming a $50,000 prize in the Ohio Lottery's $10 scratch-off game, $500,000 Bankroll. The winning ticket was purchased at a UDF store located in Batavia at 961 Cincinnati-Batavia Pike. After federal and state tax withholdings, the...
Woman shot in North Avondale, police investigating
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Cincinnati Police Department says a woman was shot in North Avondale Wednesday night. The shooting happened around 7:15 p.m. in the hallway of an apartment on Chelfonte Place, CPD Capt. Stephen Bower says. When first responders arrived, they found a 29-year-old woman with one or possibly...
Letter to the Editor: Statement on police conduct, Roebling Bridge incident
I am a professional and a former resident of Covington for over ten years. I continue to do business in Covington and visit regularly, as I still live in the area. I am deeply offended by the actions of the Covington Police Department during the recent protest on the Roebling Bridge.
Cincinnati group claims city officials are lying about state of violent crime
In their latest crime and safety update, Cincinnati leaders said recent prevention strategies have worked to bring down violent crime. A group of city council hopefuls says that's a lie.
Accused murderer, probation violator previously flagged by officers before OTR stabbing
CINCINNATI (WKRC) — City leaders on Tuesday acknowledged that Cincinnati police officers had crossed paths with a man who was wanted for probation violations before that suspect went on to allegedly kill a popular Over-the-Rhine gym owner in his home. Mayor Aftab Pureval and CPD Chief Teresa Theetge said...
‘It does put my mind at ease’: Officers return to foot patrols in Cincinnati...
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - In response to a surge in violent crime over the summer, Cincinnati police officers are returning to foot patrols in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Officers are stepping out of their vehicles and engaging with the community in an effort to build relationships and reduce crime. "We're talking to...
Second man sentenced for robbing local postal workers at gunpoint
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The second of two men who admitted to robbing local postal workers at gunpoint was sentenced in federal court Wednesday. Lorenzo Brandon was sentenced to three years and five months in prison followed by five years of supervised release. Brandon and Antonio Toombs each pleaded guilty to...