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Woman hit by vehicle in Florence, flown to hospital
FLORENCE, Ky. (WXIX) - A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Florence on Friday, sending her to the hospital. According to Boone County dispatchers, the crash happened around 10 p.m. in the 800 block of Clubtrail Drive. The female pedestrian was taken by medical helicopter to the University of...
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.
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.
Sunday weather planner: Chasing record high as Sunday feels very summer-like
CINCINNATI — You'll likely want to jump in the pool Sunday afternoon! We'll have a hot summer feel as highs soar to near records!. We'll be feeling more like June later today as temperatures climb to around 83. The record to beat Sunday is 85, which was set back in 1981. Plan on more dry weather with only a few clouds.
Crash with injuries reported on Mall Road in Florence
FLORENCE, Ky. — There is a crash with injuries reported on Mall Road in Florence. It was reported at the intersection of Mall Road and Cayton Road. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. Injuries have been reported but have not been confirmed by WLWT at this time. Click...
Ohio catfish record? New Richmond 15-year-old catches monster while jug fishing
A 15-year-old new Richmond girl may have landed the biggest blue catfish ever caught in Ohio. Jaylynn Parker, a New Richmond High School sophomore, caught the 101.11-pound fish on the Ohio River on Monday, her family said. “I’ve been going fishing with my dad, Chuck Parker ever since I was...
Erlanger high school hosts Special Olympics track meet
ERLANGER, Ky. — The spirit of athleticism and inclusivity shined at Lloyd High School in Erlanger, Kentucky, which hosted the Special Olympics Area 7 Track and Field meet Saturday, April 27. Through every race over the past five years, Valerie Davis proudly cheers on her son, Kieren. "He will...
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...
'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.
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.
Video shows moment Cincinnati fire engine flipped while responding to a fire
CINCINNATI — WLWT has obtained video of a heart-stopping moment when a Cincinnati fire engine lost control and flipped while responding to a call. A crash report indicates that four firefighters were in the truck at the time, and all walked away without serious injuries. The crash took place...
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