Wake Up, Cincinnati!
By: Matt Peiken
Language: en
Categories: News, Daily
Catch up on all the Cincinnati news every weekday morning. Our newscast podcast draws stories from across the local news media landscape to keep you in-the-know in less than five minutes.
Episodes
Thursday, Jan. 8: Petition Forgeries + Miami Township's Plea + Free UC Tuition + Dispensaries Delayed
Jan 08, 2026Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Man convicted of forging redistricting petition signaturesMiami Township appeals $45M wrongful conviction awardUC grant offers free tuition for low-income studentsEnable Injections lands $30M for Springdale expansionNorthern Kentucky dispensaries delayed by supply issues Duration: 00:04:04Wednesday, Jan. 7: Mental Health Defense + Pureval Proposes Tax Hike + Young Council Newcomer + Proud Rooster Closes
Jan 07, 2026Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Attorney cites suspect’s mental health in Vance-home vandalism casePureval pushes income-tax hike for safety, poverty fightNew councilman Ryan James prioritizes affordability, childcare, equityNational Exemplar wins Southwest Ohio Restaurant of the YearClifton’s Proud Rooster closing as owner Bob Doll retires Duration: 00:03:50Tuesday, Jan. 6: Vance Home Vandalized + Death Penalty Dropped + Panino, 3CDC Settle Suit + Bengals Postmortem
Jan 06, 2026Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Man arrested after vandalizing JD Vance’s Cincinnati homeProsecutors drop death penalty bid in Hinton deputy killing3CDC, Panino settle lawsuit over Imagination Alley park accessMadisonville senior fights foreclosure after property tax spikeBengals owner backs Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin after 6-11 Duration: 00:03:53Monday, Jan. 5: Tri-Health/UHC Deal + Vigil for 11-Year-Old + Million Pounds of Trash + More Jobs + Tasty Water
Jan 05, 2026Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
TriHealth, UnitedHealthcare deal keeps 80,000 patients in-networkVigil for 11-year-old renews calls for Laurel Park camerasDon’t Dump the ’Nati hauls million pounds, expands drop-offsStord adds Hebron center, 539 jobs, invests in roboticsCincinnati water wins taste award, heads to national finals Duration: 00:03:56Tuesday, Dec. 30: Hotel Downturn + Red Bike Rebounds + Apartment Conversion + New Skate Park + Best New Restaurants
Dec 30, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati hotel sector sees downturn; convention center fuels hopesRed Bike rebounds: 125,000 rides; new funding boosts plansAtlas Building slated for 67 mixed-income apartmentsCamp Washington skate park starts February; cheese-coney obstacle plannedWayfarer Tavern tops 2025 new restaurants list Duration: 00:03:57Monday, Dec. 29: Fire Displaces 30 + Vance Security Closures + Resident vs. Cleves + RelaDyne Leaving Cincy
Dec 29, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Harrison Township apartment fire displaces 30; four pets dieEast Walnut Hills roads closed near Vance home through Jan. 4Cleves resident wins open-meetings lawsuit; village plans appealRelaDyne moves headquarters to Houston; Hebron expansion grows jobsPyramid Hill’s “Cincinnati Story” sculpture heads to Virginia restoration Duration: 00:03:35Tuesday, Dec. 23: Jones Evidence Error + Banks Moving Forward + Senior Housing Crunch + Key to Equity
Dec 23, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Clerical error upends key evidence in Elwood Jones caseBanks development moving forward with denser urban designSenior housing costs rising, options limited in CincinnatiCivic engagement key to health equity, says PayneWestin Fountain Square to undergo full renovation in 2026 Duration: 00:03:41Monday, Dec. 22: Gender Care Review + Freestore Need Surges + Ross Teachers' Deal + Visit Cincy's Chief Leaving + Duveneck Home Restore
Dec 22, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati Children’s reviews Medicaid rule on youth gender careFreestore Foodbank demand surges; 274,000 people need helpRoss schools approve four-year teacher contract after strike threatsVisit Cincy CEO Julie Calvert to exit; next job unclearCovington restores Frank Duveneck home with $600,000 funding Duration: 00:03:49Friday, Dec. 19: OTR Outages + Historic Tax Credits + Elwood Charges Dropped + Uber Vouchers
Dec 19, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
OTR outages fuel anger as Duke seeks easier standardsHistoric tax credits fund OTR, downtown housing and hotel projectsPillich drops Elwood Jones charges; Deters calls it “sickening”Stord invests $41M, adding 539 jobs in HebronArrive Alive offers $25 Uber vouchers; register online Duration: 00:04:08Thursday, Dec. 18: Children Services Help + Landlord Sued Again + Senior Rents Doubling + Scripps Rejects Sinclair + Signal 99 Revealed
Dec 18, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Children services levy eyes $35M fixes, seeks general fund helpFourth tenant sues landlord, cites child asthma, lead, bed bugsVictory Vistas seniors face doubled rents; dispute LIHTC rulesScripps rejects Sinclair’s $7 bid; door open for new offerSignal 99 admin revealed: Carolyn Adams vows continued political push Duration: 00:04:00Wednesday, Dec. 17: Kroger Salary Lawsuit + New Emergency Building + Colleges and AI + Snow Worker Allegations + 1896 Mural Uncovered
Dec 17, 2025Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Kroger sued again over assistant managers’ overtime payHamilton County opens $16M EMA building with NextGen 911Cincinnati colleges race to adopt AI; rules still evolvingTemp snow workers allege harsh shifts; Bengals blamed for seats1896 beer mosaic mural uncovered at Rhinegeist renovations Duration: 00:04:01Tuesday, Dec. 16: Christian Lobbying Force + SencorpWhite to Cincy + Hinton Assault Charge + Snowy Bengals Sears + Lockland Valley Expansion
Dec 16, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati-born Christian lobby now Ohio’s biggest conservative forceSencorpWhite relocates HQ to Hamilton, promising 230 high-paying jobsHinton charged with jail assault; insanity plea bid continuesLockland Valley Interfaith center launches $1M expansionBengals’ snowy seats draw NFL scrutiny after 24-0 loss Duration: 00:04:00Monday, Dec. 15: ICE Leader on Ice + Contract Scrutiny + Mt. (Un)Healthy + Food Truck Hours + Soccer in West Chester
Dec 15, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
ICE supervisor indicted; prosecutors cite years of alleged abuse.City contract for Iris Roley raises patronage, oversight questions.Mount Healthy schools pursue fourth levy; arts, sports at risk.Downtown food trucks cleared to serve until 1amWest Chester to host MLS Next qualifier; $5.1M impact. Duration: 00:04:02Friday, Dec. 12: Police Force Scrutiny + Historic Building Reborn + Affordable Housing Funding + Upward Home Prices + Chowdown to the Rescue
Dec 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati reviews police force cases involving residents with disabilities.Developer plans apartments, storefronts in long-vacant downtown Cincinnati building.New grants boost Cincinnati Development Fund’s affordable housing financing.Zillow predicts Cincinnati home values rising faster than national.Chowdown Cares Fund to stabilize struggling independent Cincinnati restaurants. Duration: 00:04:09Thursday, Dec. 11: Deputy Death Plea + Conviction Integrity + Kroger Facing Heat + Housing Boom + New CityBeat Publisher
Dec 11, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Rodney Hinton seeks insanity plea in deputy death caseHamilton County may expand conviction integrity unit with independent lawyersKroger’s AI delivery pivot raises privacy and pricing concernsCincinnati housing boom driven by conversions, but affordability still worseningLink Media acquires CityBeat, pledging continuity for alt-weekly Duration: 00:04:02Wednesday, Dec. 10: Deficit Doubles + Settlement Scrutinized + Teachers Strike + Develocode Growth + Digital Herbarium
Dec 10, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati deficit doubles as business tax revenue plungesCouncil questions city paying bulk of 2020 protest settlementRoss teachers prepare strike as salary talks reach impasseBlack-owned Develocode builds ethical tech for community safety, accessibilityUC herbarium digitizes 125,000 specimens to track ecological change Duration: 00:04:08Tuesday, Dec. 9: UC Cuts Degrees + CAC Director Leaving + Officer Suspended + Kroger Closes Warehouses + Senior Apartments
Dec 09, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
UC axes degrees, Miami consolidates majors under Ohio SB1.CAC director Christina Vassallo departing for Philadelphia arts leadership.Hamilton officer suspended after slamming handcuffed man into counter.Kroger pays Ocado $350M, shutters three robotic warehouses.Developers plan $40M income-restricted senior apartments in Norwood. Duration: 00:04:08Monday, Dec. 8: Protest Settlement + Mystery Vulture Deaths + Clifton Heights Transformation + New Recycling Fees + Padel Courts
Dec 08, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati to pay $8.1M over 2020 protest arrestsMystery deaths of 72 vultures probed for avian fluUC’s Clifton Heights corridor transformed into billion-dollar student hubRecycling & Reuse Hub to begin small drop-off membership feesNewtown complex adding Cincinnati’s first dedicated padel courts Duration: 00:04:03Friday, Dec. 5: Affordable Rent Sham + Racist Remarks + EPA Threatens Protections + Voluntary Surcharge + Kroger Leadership
Dec 05, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Victory Vistas seniors say promised affordable rents doubled, prompting outcry.Butler County commissioner accused of racist remarks, misuse of office.EPA wetlands rule could imperil Mill Creek tributaries, local protections.Downtown businesses weigh voluntary surcharge funding new convention hotel.Kroger nears decision on new CEO amid cost-cutting campaign. Duration: 00:04:10Thursday, Dec. 4: Sun Country CVG Growth + No Homicide Charges + Ft. Thomas Mayor + Environmental Inspriations
Dec 04, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Sun Country opens CVG crew base, eyes passenger route expansionGrand jury declines homicide charges in Moeller student crashFort Thomas names interim mayor amid city finance controversyYouth climate grants fuel Cincinnati’s next generation of environmental leadersStudent theater project dramatizes Cincinnati environmental history this week Duration: 00:04:07Wednesday, Dec. 3: Snowplow Untracked + City Snow Response + Police Defend Actions + Hotel Stalled + Flight Club
Dec 03, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Snowplow tracker crashes as record-breaking snow hitsCity touts revamped snow response and new technology after auditPolice union defends K-9 use on Cincinnati teen during arrestBoutique hotel conversion of historic Fourth Street building is stalledFlight Club social darts venue opening downtown Cincinnati Dec. 12 Duration: 00:04:03Tuesday, Dec. 2: Permanent Housing Delay + Misconduct Charges + Fee Added at Downtown Bars + Home Prices Drop
Dec 02, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati delays permanent homeless day center after Queensgate site collapsesMetro union leaders accused of $60K in financial misconductDowntown bars add 1% fee to fund convention hotelZillow: Local home listings see steep $20,000 average cutsUC student blasts Cincinnati politics as closed loop ignoring youth Duration: 00:04:12Monday, Dec. 1: Snowy Commute + ICE Detentions + Landsman Draws Criticism + Police Drones + Aronoff Reimagined
Dec 01, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Snowy night commute likely across Cincinnati and Northern KentuckyICE detentions surge as violent offenders remain a tiny minorityLandsman fights ACA subsidies, draws fire from Cincinnati socialistsCincinnati tests drones as first responders, raising community privacy questionsAronoff Center reimagines Broadway experience for post-pandemic, digital audiences Duration: 00:04:05Tuesday, Nov. 25: Clash Over Banks + Vision and Beyond Fallout + Cambodian Refugee's Struggle
Nov 25, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
City, county clash again over The Banks’ final parcels.
Abandoned Vision and Beyond apartments see uneven tenant recoveries.
Cambodian refugee in Cincinnati fights to reunite family.
Toy Heritage mural building to become downtown housing, retail.
Press freedom advocate blasts Kenton County’s prosecution of journalists.
Monday, Nov. 24: City West Sale + Kroger Ends Remote Work + Internal Thefts + Officer Charged + 'The Why' at UC
Nov 24, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
City West sale funds rehab, promises no West End displacementKroger ends remote work, boosting downtown Cincinnati office foot trafficLead pipe theft prompts discipline, tighter oversight at Cincinnati WaterworksCorrections officer charged after allegedly striking inmate with beltUC funds ‘The Why’ renovation into student hub by 2027 Duration: 00:03:50Friday, Nov. 21: Crime-Fighting Collaboration + Milford AD Investigation + More Cincy Housing + UC Health Hiring Freeze + Restaurant Support
Nov 21, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Agencies boost downtown patrols to improve Cincinnati holiday safety.Investigation faulting Milford athletic director for mishandling coach misconduct.PulteGroup enters Cincinnati-Dayton market, targeting top regional homebuilder status.UC Health freezes hiring amid budget strains and looming flu.New Chowdown Cares Fund supports Greater Cincinnati independent restaurants’ survival. Duration: 00:04:01Thursday, Nov. 20: Eviction Help + School Resignation + Police Tech + Banks Clash + UC Alert Concerns
Nov 20, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Eviction Aid: City programs kept 779 households housed; most avoided displacement.School Exit: Principal resigned after student complaint; police found no crime.Police Tech: Cincinnati plans $41M Axon deal for drones, cameras, gear.Banks Clash: Leaders split over $800M towers reshaping riverfront development.Alert Concerns: UC students upset after no notice during nearby shooting.Wednesday, Nov. 19: Hostile Media Shakeup + Pilot Picket + Kroger Closures + Banks Reboot + Viaduct Redesign
Nov 19, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Media Shake-Up: Sinclair eyes a hostile merger with Scripps, raising Cincinnati media-consolidation concerns.Pilot Picket: Allegiant pilots protest at CVG, demanding a long-overdue contract. Read more.Kroger closures: Ocado facilities shuttered and shifts to a hybrid e-commerce model.Banks Reboot: New proposal revives The Banks with tall towers, housing, and a hotel. Read more.Viaduct Redesign: Western Hills Viaduct shrinks as inflation drives project costs higher. Duration: 00:04:05Tuesday, Nov. 18: Rising Taxes + Rent Dispute + Bond Hill Help + Land Donation + Cincy Business Boost
Nov 18, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Rising Taxes: Southwest Ohio valuations climb, boosting 2027 property tax burdens.Rent Dispute: Victory Vistas seniors contest doubled rents; owners deny violations.Bond Hill: New subcommittee channels redevelopment funds through resident priorities.Land Donation: Neyer gifts 10 acres, expanding UC’s research preserve.VPod Expansion: Cincinnati’s Dr. Kesha Williams brings her invention to Walmart. Duration: 00:04:19Monday, Nov. 17: Police Shooting + Civic Forum + Mason Mile + Fraud Plea + Beauty School Fallout
Nov 17, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Police Shooting: Lindner fatally shot after Ohio chase, alleged threats, standoff.Civic Forum: Leaders urge stronger city–neighborhood partnerships for better accountability.Mason Mile: City backs major downtown remake with zoning, public-space overhaul.Fraud Plea: Rumby co-founder admits $6.5M scheme, awaits sentencing.School Fallout: Eastgate beauty academy closure leaves students owed thousands. Duration: 00:04:02Friday, Nov. 14: Law Enforcement Collaboration + Banks Plan + Tax Proposal + Journalist Cleared + Pet Adoption Event
Nov 14, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Crime Effort: State patrol partnership nets 23 felony arrests.Banks Plan: Officials review new riverfront redevelopment vision.Tax Proposal: County weighs transfer fee hike for budget needs.Reporter Cleared: Charges dropped against journalist arrested at protest.Pet Event: Shelters offer $9.99 Black Friday adoptions. Duration: 00:04:03Thursday, Nov. 13: UC Health Conflict of Interest + Two Curfews Debated + Luxury Homes in E. Walnut Hills? + Storytelling Fest
Nov 13, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
UC Health Leader Faces Conflict Probe: Surgeons raised alarm over $2.7M Stryker consulting payments.Cincinnati Debates Food Truck Curfew: Council split on limiting late-night vendors Downtown, OTR.Council Weighs Teen Curfew Near UC: Proposed Short Vine restriction follows rise in Corryville crime.Luxury Townhomes Planned in East Walnut Hills: Three high-end residences approved to meet housing demand.Storytelling Festival Returns Downtown: Know Theatre hosts three-day event featuring acclaimed performers. Duration: 00:04:17Wednesday, Nov. 12: Ranked Choice Voting? + Seniors Priced Out + Marathoner Death + 21c Sold + Pastor Seeks Pardon
Nov 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Charter Committee Eyes Ranked Choice: After election loss, Charter may push ranked choice voting.Cincinnati Seniors Priced Out: Rising housing costs squeeze Cincinnati’s aging population, experts warn.Marathon Deaths Shock Community: Cincinnati runner Kyle Fisher among two dead at marathon.21c Hotel Sold: Cincinnati’s 21c Museum Hotel sells for $25 million.Jeff Pastor Seeks Pardon: Ex-councilman requests presidential pardon, hopes for redemption. Duration: 00:04:07Cincinnati newscast: Monday, Aug. 18
Aug 18, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales: high prices, slow regulations, and competition from Michigan.
The FTC is pressing ahead with its case against Kroger’s proposed merger with Albertsons.
Two CityBeat journalists arrested while covering Roebling Bridge protests now have trial dates this fall.
Hyde Park Square developers may scrap plans for a controversial boutique hotel.
Cincinnati Chamber is backing a workforce housing initiative to ease affordability pressures for middle-income workers.
Duration: 00:03:39Cincinnati newscast: Friday, Aug. 15
Aug 15, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Victoria Parks resigns from the Hamilton County Veterans Service Commission after backlash over her appointment.
Ohio EPA awards $500K for GCWW to replace lead service lines at local childcare sites.
Oak Hills schools seek $130M bond to modernize aging buildings and improve safety.
Hyde Park Square developers signal willingness to drop hotel and scale back project amid resident pushback.
MLK memorial breaks ground in Avondale during Black Family Reunion festivities.
Duration: 00:03:25Cincinnati newscast: Thursday, Aug. 14
Aug 14, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Downtown sees sharp crime drop; OTR remains elevated year-over-year.
Definitions change how Cincinnati crime trends appear.
Mount Airy Kirby Apartments may be sold to improve conditions.
Ohio film incentives boost five new Cincinnati-area productions and jobs.
Officials unveil extensive safety plan for this weekend’s Pride Parade.
Duration: 00:03:34Cincinnati newscast: Wednesday, Aug. 13
Aug 13, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Chris Smitherman launches a bid to rejoin Cincinnati City Council.
Bon Secours Mercy Health shifts support work to the Philippines, cutting some U.S. jobs.
Tri‑County and Forest Fair malls head for demolition to clear the way for new development.
Corryville CDC moves to buy and revive historic Mecklenburg Gardens near UC.
Hamilton County warns of brief siren sounds during outdoor‑alert maintenance checks.
Duration: 00:04:03Cincinnati newscast: Tuesday, Aug. 12
Aug 12, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Black leaders demand arrest of white man seen starting viral Downtown brawl.
UC engineers unveil AI platform to prevent workplace injuries.
Clergy and attorneys raise concerns over Butler County ICE detainee treatment.
Police intensify search for missing University of Cincinnati student.
CPS invests $3 million in new classroom technology ahead of fall.
Duration: 00:03:40Cincinnati newscast: Monday, Aug. 11
Aug 11, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnatians organize a social media push to challenge negative perceptions after viral downtown brawl.
Downtown logistics firm to relocate over ongoing public safety and sanitation concerns.
CSO announces free Chamber Music Under the Stars series in Eden Park this September.
Eight UC alumni named to 2025 “Forty Under 40” for professional and civic leadership.
City to pilot zero-emission electric shuttle in Over-the-Rhine for cleaner, flexible transit.
Duration: 00:03:33Cincinnati newscast: Friday, Aug. 8
Aug 08, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Chrishonda Wynn, "innocent bystander," killed in an Over-the-Rhine shooting.
Kirby Apartments tenants report ongoing disrepair despite $400K in council-authorized repairs.
Senator Moreno meets local officials on federal support for Cincinnati public safety efforts.
Living Room Edge doubles downtown footprint with a 12,000 sq ft lease at Carew Tower.
Kroger Wellness Festival adds Rob Lowe, Laurie Hernandez and Joel McHale to September lineup.
Duration: 00:03:11Cincinnati newscast: Thursday, Aug. 7
Aug 07, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Council to vote on new 11 p.m. curfew for minors and separate Downtown curfew after youth violence concerns.
Cincinnati Public Schools board reviews staff and program cuts to close a $50 million funding shortfall.
CIG Communities secures $40 million loan to convert downtown office tower into 162 apartments.
Archbishop Casey’s past leadership of Casa Jesus draws scrutiny over misconduct allegations and calls for transparency.
Historic Imperial Theatre set for full renovation into a year-round performance and community space.
Duration: 00:03:44Cincinnati newscast: Wednesday, Aug. 6
Aug 06, 2025Today's newscast includes these stories:
Curfew plan & $2 M safety fund move to full Council vote today.$65 M First Financial Center conversion brings 162 new Downtown apartments.Cincinnati Open kicks off; record crowds, $80 M impact forecast.Kenilworth II adds 128 apartments at Norwood’s Factory 52 redevelopment.Ex-UC doctor convicted for practicing without license; faces up to 3 years. Duration: 00:03:44Cincinnati newscast: Tuesday, Aug. 5
Aug 05, 2025Today's newscast features stories about:
Metro wins $29 million grant to launch first bus-rapid linePolice probe KKK flyers scattered in Madisonville yardsUC engineers eye albatross flight for next-gen dronesUtilities seek steep delivery-rate hikes; watchdog warns of $45 monthly hitVictim in viral downtown brawl says she’s “lucky to be alive”Cincinnati Newscast: Monday, Aug. 4
Aug 04, 2025Today's newscast includes stories about:
Mayor expands patrols and seeks Highway Patrol help after viral brawl.Sixth arrest made; police expect more charges as investigation continues.County approves 11-year Paycor Stadium lease; Bengals still reviewing.Metro adds 5,800 construction jobs—second-fastest U.S. gain.Water Works to replace lead service lines at all child-care centers. Duration: 00:03:53TRAILER: Wake Up, Cincinnati!
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