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Water prices in Monroe, Ohio, are skyrocketing—over $270 for the same amount of water that costs just $124 in Butler County—sparking outrage among local businesses. Two entrepreneurs, one running an assisted living facility and the other a car wash, took their complaints to city council, citing bills that have quadrupled or jumped 57% in just a few years. While officials defend the markup as neces...

A Colerain Township police officer is hospitalized after a major crash shut down Ronald Reagan Cross Country Highway just after 8 AM — the officer’s cruiser was directly involved. All lanes are blocked from Blue Rock Road, causing significant traffic delays, while officials withhold details on the officer’s condition. The incident remains under investigation, with no confirmed info on other vehicl...

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno is escalating a political showdown with Cincinnati, threatening to cut federal funding unless the city scraps a new DEI-focused department. The ordinance, passed June 10, merges two existing offices to boost minority and women-owned businesses — a move Moreno calls a “woke bureaucracy” that misuses taxpayer dollars by forcing diversity analysis on contracts. He aligns wi...

A 76-year water partnership between Madeira and Indian Hill is headed to court as Madeira seeks to exit the deal, claiming PFAS contamination, aging infrastructure, and unreliable future supply justify ending the agreement. Indian Hill counters that “reasonable cause” requires a breach of contract, not mere preference for another provider. Madeira insists this is about public safety, not cost. The...

Rain’s not done with us yet—expect scattered showers and possible heavy downpours through Friday, with afternoon pop-ups and widespread storms likely after midnight. Flooding risks linger, temps stay steady, and stray showers may still sneak in over the weekend. Stay dry and stay alert. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advert...

Powerball just hit a record-breaking $435 million jackpot—nobody won it, but a Texas player still cashed in $1 million for matching five white balls. The pot’s now ballooning to $457 million for the next drawing, with odds of winning the top prize at a staggering 1 in 292 million. Tickets are available in 45 states, D.C., and the Virgin Islands—and you don’t even need U.S. citizenship to play. Dra...

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A house in Amelia went up in flames early Thursday morning, fully engulfed by the time firefighters arrived around 3 AM. Multiple departments from surrounding towns rushed to the scene, battling the blaze through dawn—still smoldering by 5:30 AM. Thankfully, no one was injured. The cause remains unknown as investigators work to determine what sparked the fire, and the damage is total. Updates will...

Ohio’s political ad spending is exploding, hitting a projected $749 million — one of the biggest surges in the nation. Driven by razor-thin races, including a newly declared toss-up Senate contest and a fiercely competitive governor’s race, outside groups are pouring in record cash. The governor’s race alone is expected to cost $172 million, ranking it fourth most expensive nationwide. With both p...

Cincinnati’s tackling a critical inspector shortage with a bold new academy that fast-tracks certification in just one year—no prior construction experience needed. This pioneering program, potentially the first of its kind nationwide, offers paid, hands-on training and bypasses the usual 3-5 years of trade experience. Graduates still must pass state exams, but they’re stepping into vital public s...

Cincinnati Bearcats brace for another tough Big 12 season, ranked thirteenth and loaded with 46 new players as head coach Scott Satterfield tries to end two years of five-game losing streaks. Hope is tempered by off-field turmoil: QB Brendan Sorsby, inactive last season, faces NCAA gambling scrutiny — Cincinnati insists they were unaware of any wrongdoing. The team’s rebuilding effort centers on a...

The Bearcats face a brutal Big 12 gauntlet, starting at home against Kansas State, then hitting the road for Arizona and West Virginia before returning to host Texas Tech and Utah. November’s stretch—road games at Houston, Iowa State, and BYU—could define their conference standing. Every opponent brings firepower and history: Klein’s return to KSU, Fifita’s Heisman hype, Rodriguez’s Cincinnati tie...

Kroger is revolutionizing the wine aisle with 147 new in-store wine shops nationwide, starting with a sleek, premium outpost in Newport, Kentucky. Featuring imported gems from Burgundy and Bordeaux, expert tasting bars, and luxury selections, these upgrades let shoppers find high-end wines without leaving the grocery store. Already the nation’s largest traditional supermarket chain, Kroger is list...

Big Brother Season 28 drops tonight with a 90-minute premiere packed with surprises — 14 houseguests revealed, but more twists are coming live. Angela Murray is back, and whispers say Survivor’s Rick Devens and Dee Valladares might join the chaos. With a “Time Trip” theme, expect retro challenges and house designs. The companion show “Big Brother: Unlocked” debuts tomorrow with Taylor Hale, Derric...

Walmart and Sams Club are slashing prices on thousands of summer essentials—from groceries and cookout staples to snacks and drinks—helping shoppers save big as the cost of living climbs. Walmart’s Rollback program and Sam’s Club’s 250+ item cuts cover everything from ground beef and ice cream to Coke, chicken wings, and even fuel. It’s a major move to win back your wallet and keep you coming thro...

ESPN’s top 250 MLB draft prospects list has some Cincinnati talent shining bright as the draft nears July 11-12. Bearcats catcher Jack Natili, ranked 69th, smashed a .339 batting average with a 1.098 OPS, 19 homers, and 65 RBIs in his junior year. Pitcher Nathan Taylor, at 242, holds UC career records for wins and strikeouts. High school commit Jack Slightom, ranked 60, and Moeller’s Matt Ponatosk...

Sharonville’s beloved historic museum, once home to $250K worth of local artifacts and a 35-year legacy, is gone—demolished to make way for the city’s ambitious Downtown Loop redevelopment. This project, fueled by the loss of a century-old business, aims to inject $1.6M in local spending and 119 jobs through 225 new homes and 20,000 sq ft of retail. While residents lament the loss of small-town ch...

Senator Bernie Moreno is threatening to cut federal funding to Cincinnati over a new city ordinance he calls a “wasteful DEI program,” though the city clarifies it’s actually about merging two departments—Economic Inclusion and Procurement—to streamline contract processes and help small businesses compete. Moreno insists taxpayer dollars shouldn’t fund any DEI initiatives, citing past Justice Depa...

Thirty percent of U.S. adults now turn to AI for health advice monthly—nearly double in two years. While AI offers quick, easy answers, it’s not a substitute for real doctors. Use it as a health encyclopedia to prep for visits, but always verify its sources and never rely on it for emergencies. Keep personal health info private since AI isn’t HIPAA-protected. When in doubt, call 911 or 988. AI is...

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Madi’s House, born from the love and loss of Steve and Julie Raleigh for their daughter, is a thriving mental health haven for young adults—now serving 3,600 members and 1,000–1,500 people monthly. Fueled by Madi’s dream of a “bright place” where others understand her pain, the nonprofit combats isolation with support groups, classes, and community. To keep growing, they’re launching a new thrift...

Car theft’s gone high-tech—thieves are hijacking key fobs from miles away, stealing rides without breaking a sweat. One family’s brand-new Cadillac vanished overnight, keys safely inside the house. Tech-savvy listeners are already arming themselves with Faraday boxes, while police scramble to track down the stolen car and the gadgets behind this eerie new crime wave. Listen in comfort: Get a disco...

Newport, Kentucky is poised to expand its fleet of Flock license plate readers, sparking a heated debate between public safety and privacy. With only six of their 16 cameras currently active, police say the tech is vital for locating stolen vehicles and aiding in serious crimes — not for traffic enforcement. But residents are alarmed, demanding strict oversight and safeguards, comparing surveillan...

A Mason police officer, Brandon Saylor, was fired over a hat worn while directing traffic — a move his reps call “bizarre and cruel,” blaming the department’s tattoo policy that forces visible tattoos to be covered on only one limb. Forced into an ill-fitting uniform, he allegedly wore a non-standard hat, sparking controversy over whether the termination was disproportionate for a minor infraction...

Newport, Kentucky is poised to deploy six new Flock Safety license plate readers after months of testing, but residents are sounding alarms over privacy and data-sharing risks—especially after a California city canceled its contract after Flock enabled nationwide federal access without local consent. Flock insists such incidents are rare, emphasizing local control over data and strict opt-in proto...