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Covington mayor pleads with housing advocates to work across jurisdictions
During a recent discussion on affordable housing, Covington Mayor Joe Meyer argued that the city already plays an outsized role in providing affordable housing in the region and that housing advocates should expand their efforts into other cities and counties. The Covington Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on...
VIDEO: Stranger returns stolen lawnmower to Evanston man 1 month later
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A stolen lawnmower mysteriously made its way back to its owner after it went missing for nearly a month. Now that it is back, a Tri-State man is feeling grateful. Dustin Peters, of Cincinnati’s Evanston neighborhood, says he woke up one morning to find his lawnmower gone....
Newport High School students headed to national career pathway, skills competition
After advancing to the state level, a pair of Newport High School students are headed to a national career pathway and skills competition. Junior Abbagail Rubright and sophomore Jasmine Thompson will compete in the Nationals of the Community Leaders of America. Also known as FCCLA, the Students Taking Action with Recognition competition will be held from June 29 to July 3 in Seattle.
Cincinnati man charged in ‘animal crush’ video involvement
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Two men are facing charges after allegedly being involved in online groups related to making and sharing videos of “depicting acts” of abuse and violence towards monkeys. Nicholas T. Dryden, of Cincinnati, and Giancarlo Morelli, of New Jersey, are charged with conspiracy to create and distribute “animal crush videos.” A release […]
Redevelopment underway at Newport’s World Peace Bell site
NEWPORT, Ky. (WXIX) - The City of Newport announced that demolition work began Monday at the site of the World Peace Bell. The Newport City Manager, Tom Fromme said in a release that the $20 million plan will feature two hotels, office space, and a parking garage. The empty lot...
Newport Man Arrested in Monroe County Following Alleged Carjacking and Police Chase
A 47-year-old Newport man was apprehended by authorities following a vehicular chase after he allegedly carjacked an olive green Subaru Outback in Monroe County, as reported by The Detroit News. The incident, which occurred on the evening of June 8, set off a rapid response from law enforcement after the initial report of the carjacking at around 7:30 p.m. on the 700 block of N. Macomb Street.
Second parent charged after toddlers, 7-year-old left alone in car outside Cincinnati casino: court docs
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - An Indiana woman was recently arrested on charges she left her twin toddlers and 7-year-old child alone in a vehicle parked outside Hard Rock Casino in Cincinnati. Kylie Pratt, 30, of Rushville, Indiana, was charged with three counts of endangering children. Her twins are 18 months old,...
Juvenile shot, hospitalized in Avondale drive-by shooting
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A juvenile was injured during a drive-by shooting in Avondale. According to police, the victim and two other juveniles were walking near Prospect Place and Reading Road when the shooting happened. The victim was hit in the ankle and taken to UC Medical Center. The other two...
'I'm angry every day.' Man who stomped on, killed cellmate at NKY jail gets prison
More than a year after John Daulton was fatally wounded in an assault inside a Kenton County Detention Center cell, his one-time cellmate has been ordered to spend decades behind bars. Johnathan Maskiell, 33, was sentenced Monday in Kenton County Circuit Court to 25 years in prison. ...
'This bill eliminates it': Ohio looks to ban 'police quota' practices across the state
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - People have heard the story all around, that as it gets to the end of the month, cops are out and waiting to write more tickets. Even with departments across the state denying that officers have to meet a quota, it hasn't stopped the debate. But a group of lawmakers in Columbus are looking to ban the practice across the state.
Cincinnati firefighters memorial defaced, union says
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A local firefighters union announced on Facebook that its memorial was vandalized overnight. Located on Central Avenue in The Greater Cincinnati Firefighters Memorial Park, the statue is dedicated to firefighters who died in the line of duty. The Cincinnati Fire Fighters Union Local 48 Facebook page shows...
Schools trying to fill teacher gap before school year
CINCINNATI — School may be out for the summer, but educators are not wasting any time because of a teacher shortage. Olivia Mullenix has been anxiously waiting for a job interview. “I’d love to get experience teaching in whatever capacity," said Mullenix, “I’m really just looking to teach in...
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