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Former Cincinnati Bengals running back Rudi Johnson has died at the age of 45, confirmed by a family source. The cause of death has not been released, but relatives said Johnson had been battling mental health challenges and possible effects of CTE in the years leading up to his passing. MORE: 20 Photos of Ja’Marr […]

A car slammed into Baru restaurant Downtown early Saturday morning, sending three people to the hospital and leaving the popular spot temporarily closed. Cincinnati fire officials say crews were called to the corner of 6th and Race streets around 3:45AM. Assistant Fire Chief Matt Flagler said three people were taken to UC Medical Center with […]

Davey Johnson, a four-time All-Star second baseman and one of the most successful managers of his era, has died at 82. The Baltimore Orioles confirmed his passing Friday. Johnson’s career in baseball stretched over five decades, first as a Gold Glove second baseman who helped the Orioles win two World Series titles, then as the […]

Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is making big moves off the field. The pro player is leaving his Nike apparel deal and signing with Fabletics. This makes Chase the brand’s first NFL athlete, according to FOX Sports insider Jordan Schultz. RELATED: 20 Photos of Ja’Marr Chase’s GF Deja Nicole Hiott Fabletics, invested and backed by […]

Cincinnati police have identified the man believed to be behind a Labor Day weekend shooting in Mt. Washington that left three people dead. Samuel Tyler Ericksen (26) died at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound on the day of the incident, police confirmed Wednesday. The violence unfolded Sunday, August […]

Gold Star Chili is turning 60, and they’re marking the milestone with chili deals. All September long, fans can grab a 3-Way or a 3 Cheese Coney for just $6. They’re also tapping into nostalgia. Gold Star is asking customers to share old photos of themselves dining at the restaurant over the years. Every post […]

Ohio is changing the rules for anyone under 21 who wants their license. Beginning September 30th, the state will require a full driver’s ed course before being able to take a test and receive a license. The requirements include: 24 hours in the classroom, eight hours behind the wheel with an instructor, and 50 hours […]

Cincinnati police have identified the three people killed in Sunday’s shooting on Beacon Street in Mount Washington. The victims are 27-year-old Bemnet Deresse, 22-year-old Eden Adugna, and 20-year-old Feven Adugna. Eden and Feven were sisters who worked as pharmacy technicians at Good Samaritan Hospital. MORE: Sheetz Is Heading to Cincinnati: Here’s Where Officers responded around […]

Cincinnati’s biggest “end-of-summer” tradition is back this weekend. Riverfest, nationally ranked as one of the top single-day festivals in the country, returns Sunday, August 31st with the 49th annual fireworks show presented by Western & Southern/WEBN. Festivities kick off at 3PM along Sawyer Point Park and Yeatman’s Cove, leading up to the grand finale: fireworks […]

Another big player in the convenience store game is looking to plant roots in Greater Cincinnati. Sheetz has confirmed plans for a Blue Ash location, with city council set to vote on the concept development plan next month. If approved, the store would be built along Ashwood Drive. A city spokesperson says the planning commission […]

A Taco Bell employee was gunned down outside the Queensgate location early Friday morning. Police say 32-year-old Ryan Johnson was shot multiple times in the restaurant’s parking lot on Gest Street around 12:15AM. Officers arrived to find him seriously wounded. He was pronounced dead at the scene. MORE: Steve Horstmeyer Retires After Five Decades Johnson, […]

After 48 years of tracking storms, keeping viewers calm through tornado warnings, and delivering no-nonsense forecasts: Steve Horstmeyer is ready to hang up the clicker. “I need a change. I’m really looking forward to it,” said Horstmeyer, 72, who will give his final forecast on WXIX-TV’s 10–11:30 p.m. newscast Thursday, Aug. 28. For Cincinnatians, Horstmeyer […]