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Damar Hamlin is paying it forward to Cincinnati, his city of healing and heart, by awarding nine local students $1,000 scholarships through his Chasing M’s Foundation — a program now in its third year. Inspired by the medical heroes who saved his life after his on-field collapse in January 2023, the scholarships honor those lifesavers while empowering students from trade schools to universities. T...

Joe Burrow remains a top-tier quarterback despite missing eight games in 2025 due to turf toe, posting a stellar 91.3 PFF passing grade and setting league records with a 68.5% completion rate and a jaw-dropping 0.7% turnover-worthy play rate. His resilience and elite play while injured prove his toughness, and with him reporting healthier than ever heading into next season, the Bengals have reason...

Sixteen kids found in a Vinton County house? All born in hospitals—parents and grandparents now face 16 felony child endangerment charges each. The mother, Elizabeth Siders, 33, and her husband, Gary Siders Jr., 36, are at the center, with grandparents Christina and Gary Siders Sr. also implicated. The family bounced between Ohio towns—including a Wisconsin address for a 2022 birth—and even had co...

Simon Leis, a beloved Hamilton County public servant who served as prosecutor, judge, and sheriff for decades after his Marine Corps service, passed away after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Known for his unwavering dedication, faith, and love for family, he was described by his daughter as a bulldog who never gave up — even in his final days. In his honor, memorial donations can suppo...

Sherrod Brown just got a major boost as the Ohio Conference of Teamsters officially endorsed his Senate bid—just as the race against Jon Husted heats up toward November’s election. With polls showing a tight contest and Teamsters representing a huge swath of Ohio’s workforce, this union backing could be the game-changer that helps Brown lock down support among working families and swing undecided...

Joe Flacco takes center stage in the new season of “Quarterback,” getting the show’s longest segment yet as he reflects on his Super Bowl glory, a dusty MVP Corvette, and a whirlwind journey through trades and comebacks. From his garage with wife Dana to fantasy football banter with his kids, the episode blends personal moments with NFL drama — including a rough loss to his old team, the Ravens, a...

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Black Mental Health Summit kicks off today in West Chester, free and open to all, tackling urgent issues like maternal mental health, rising suicide rates among young Black men, and veteran well-being—all while breaking down stigma and building community support before crises hit. With breakfast, lunch, and CE credits for professionals, this event is a vital step toward open, accessible mental hea...

Rain and storms linger through Friday, but the weekend brings relief—especially Sunday, with sunshine and temps hitting 85. Flood Watch in effect for some areas today and Saturday. Next week stays drier but heats up toward 90. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary b...

Get ready for stormy weather in the Greater Cincinnati area this weekend after the recent heat wave — a flood watch is in effect for Northern Kentucky, south central Ohio, and southeast Indiana, with flash flooding possible late Saturday due to multiple storm rounds. Friday brings scattered showers and thunderstorms before noon, then partly sunny skies and temps near 84°F with light rain. Saturday...

Ohio’s now second in the nation for cyclosporiasis cases — 364 reported as of July 9, with 46 hospitalized and numbers doubling in just one week. The outbreak surged since mid-June, hitting hard in Lucas and Wood Counties. While the parasite typically spreads via contaminated food or water — often fresh produce — no confirmed source has been found yet. Michigan leads with over 1,250 cases nationwi...

Hamilton County mourns the loss of Simon Leis, a 50-year public service giant who served as prosecutor, judge, and sheriff for 25 years and was elected 10 times. Honored with a commemorative plaque earlier this year, his funeral begins Friday at 8:55 AM with a procession through landmarks meaningful to his life, ending at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter in Chains. Visitation follows from 10...

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Louisville’s ballot mix-up could’ve cost voters their intended choices—and maybe even swung elections—sparking fears of deeper systemic flaws. Meanwhile, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is pressing Senator Mitch McConnell for health updates after four weeks in the hospital, as public concern grows over the senator’s prolonged absence. Both stories highlight urgent stakes: voting integrity and leade...

Your Forever stamps just got more expensive—again. Starting July 12, a single stamp will cost 82 cents, up 4 cents, marking the eighth price hike since 2021. The USPS says it’s needed to cover mounting losses, with projections suggesting stamps could hit nearly 96 cents by 2028. While postage prices keep climbing, mail volume continues to drop as digital communication takes over. If you’re mailing...

From fierce political adversary to unexpected friend, Howard Wilkinson recounts how Simon Leis—tough prosecutor, scandal magnet, and cultural flashpoint—transformed from a man feared in court to someone who could laugh at himself. Their unlikely bond, forged at a party after Wilkinson’s scathing column, reveals how even the most hardened figures can soften with time. Leis’s legacy, marked by high-...

The Ark Encounter turns ten with roaring crowds, ziplines, and VR rides—yes, it’s a full-blown theme park built on Young Earth Creationism. Run by Answers in Genesis, it’s fueled local economies, sparked legal battles over faith-based hiring, survived a costly landslide with no insurance, and still draws controversy from science icons like Bill Nye. But the future’s bigger: plans include a massive...

Hamilton County mourns the passing of Simon Leis, a towering figure who shaped law and order for decades as prosecutor, judge, and sheriff. At 92, he died after a battle with pneumonia following years of cancer, his legacy marked by fierce conservatism — from prosecuting pornographers to challenging the Mapplethorpe exhibit. While praised for upholding traditional values, critics called him rigid...

A jaw-dropping $5.2 million custom mansion just hit the market in Northern Kentucky, featuring a spiral chandelier foyer, floor-to-ceiling windows with downtown Cincinnati skyline views, a spa-like primary suite, multiple fireplaces, and a heated pool with a swim-up bar—pure luxury for those who’ve made it big. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn....

Hamilton County’s facing a stomach bug outbreak with 13 cyclosporiasis cases — part of a nationwide surge hitting hundreds. Caused by a microscopic parasite, it brings on explosive diarrhea, cramps, and nausea. Officials are hunting down the source by interviewing sick patients about travel and recent food — though past outbreaks tied to lettuce and berries, none is confirmed here. Most recover qu...

Fort Wayne’s car-centric past is forcing a bold rethink: can neighborhoods be redesigned to walk, bike, or transit instead of drive? Enter James Kahn’s ambitious mixed-use project, the Villages of Arneo, aiming to pack homes, shops, and parks into walkable communities—just like urban centers. While cheaper land and cultural habits pose hurdles, this vision could redefine how Fort Wayne grows, prov...

A deadly motorcycle crash on U.S. Route 50 in Stonelick Township leaves one dead and another hospitalized, with weather grounding the medevac helicopter. Authorities are still investigating whether two riders or separate vehicles were involved—and what caused the collision. Updates to follow. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

Cleveland-Cliffs’ steel plant in Middletown faces a pivotal decision as the Ohio EPA weighs a new permit for a controversial on-site power plant designed to capture blast furnace gases—potentially saving thousands of jobs but sparking fierce backlash from residents battling pollution and health issues. While union leaders warn of economic collapse without approval, locals like a COPD-stricken resi...

Bethel’s search for a new police chief has begun after former chief Chad Essert resigned amid a shocking 70-count indictment for sexual battery and unlawful conduct with a minor. The mayor confirmed Essert is no longer employed, and the council is ramping up background checks to prevent future missteps. Essert’s troubled past—including three prior terminations or forced resignations from police ro...

The Reds crumble again, falling 1-0 to the Phillies in game three, dropping to 42-49 and clinging to last place in the NL Central. Despite Brady Singer’s gem—seven innings, four hits, one run, five strikeouts—the offense went cold, striking out 11 times and failing to score until the eighth. Jesus Luzardo matched Singer’s strong performance, and the Reds’ bats couldn’t find the gaps. With the All-...