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Streetscapes takes break with local chains at Crestview
This story originally appeared in the April 26, 2024 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. This week, Streetscapes heads to Crestview Hills, where we visit outposts of three locally owned chains. We’ll sample Chinese and Belgian cuisine, then finish off with some unique desserts.
Family mourns, concerns grow after Covington bicyclist is killed in crash
Dozens of balloons lifted into the evening sky Friday, released by grieving loved ones who had gathered near the spot where Jonathon Hussing spent his final moments the day before. The 26-year-old’s photo is now tied around a lamp post. More balloons surround it as a row of candles sit...
1 arrested, 1 on the run after stolen vehicle strikes police cruiser in Northern Kentucky
TAYLOR MILL, Ky. (WKRC) - A woman was arrested after the stolen vehicle she was allegedly in struck a Taylor Mill police cruiser overnight. Police tried to perform a traffic stop on Pride Parkway near Scott High School in the early morning hours but the driver took off. As the vehicle left, it struck the cruiser, according to police.
Pedestrian flown to hospital after being hit by vehicle in Florence
FLORENCE, Ky. (WKRC) - A person was hospitalized on Friday after being struck by a vehicle in Florence. According to police, the incident happened at 10 p.m. near the 800 block of Club Trail Drive. The condition of the victim is unknown, but they were flown to UC Medical Center...
Crash with injuries reported on Harrison Avenue in Westwood
CINCINNATI — A crash was reported on Harrison Avenue in Westwood. It was reported at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Boudinot Avenue. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. Injuries have been reported but have not been confirmed by WLWT at this time. Click the video player above...
Groundbreaking held for new Northern Kentucky Kroger location
EDGEWOOD, Ky. (WKRC) - A new Northern Kentucky Kroger location celebrated with a groundbreaking Friday. The new 101,000-square-foot location on Dixie Highway in Edgewood will feature expanded departments, Kroger pick-up, a seven-pump fuel center and more. The Silverlake Kroger in Erlanger will relocate across the street at the site of...
Warm and breezy to wrap up the weekend
Today brings another warm and breezy forecast. Skies will be mostly clear to partly cloudy and we will see temperatures climb towards the lower 80s. The high in Cincinnati should be around 84°. The one blemish, similar to yesterday, will be the wind. Once again it will be breezy...
One person hospitalized after shooting near UC
CINCINNATI (WXIX) -One person was taken to the hospital after a shooting occurred near UC in Clifton Sunday morning, according to Cincinnati police. Officers say they were called around to the 2700 block of Clifton Avenue for the report of a shooting. The victim was found suffering from a gunshot...
Cove Federal Credit Union, Kenton County Animal Services host adoption event
Cove Federal Credit Union is partnering with Kenton County Animal Services to host an adoption event and donation drive on Saturday, May 4. Stop by Cove at 577 Dudley Road in Edgewood and meet some fur babies looking for their forever home. Donations will also be collected. Search the Kenton County Animal Services Amazon wish list and drop off donations at Cove from 9 a.m. to noon.
'Come celebrate with us': Asian Food Fest returns to Cincinnati, 100K visitors expected
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The Asian Food Fest is back for its 13th year in the Queen City. The festival is a partnership between the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and Asianati. Guests will be able to enjoy food from 66 vendors featuring 15 different Asian food traditions. According to the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and Asianati, there are expected to be well over 100,000 visitors.
Weekend weather planner: Round of rain showers to usher in warmer temperatures
CINCINNATI — Temperatures are surging to the 80s for the weekend and all it will take is a quick moving line of showers this evening to get there. Clouds come and go Friday evening and a few showers are possible. Most stay dry, but can't rule out an isolated shower before sunset. Friday night will be dry and mostly cloudy with warm overnight temperatures in the upper 50s to around 60.
Mother gives update 1 year after her daughter was shot in the head in North College Hill
CINCINNATI — It's been one year since a young girl was shot in the head and survived. Her mother is sharing how her daughter is doing after that horrific night in North College Hill. For the past 12 months, Jahleeah Williams has been making progress at Cincinnati Children's. "She...
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