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Hear journalists and reporters share the stories behind some of Cincinnati's biggest news stories.
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WCPO reporter Evan Millward joins to discuss the latest updates on COVID-19 during back-to-school, including Lebanon Schools shutting down temporarily, and the growing list of colleges requiring vaccines. First, our panel discusses free internet access in pubic housing, COVID-19 in nursing homes, the return of Riverfest and more. Notable Links: CMHA and Cincinnati Bell to offer free high-speed internet access in six public housing communities JBM Packaging expands with Queensgate location to grow business, hire more 'fair chance' employees DHL Express expands Cincinnati Works job-coaching at CVG hub to attract and keep good employees Video of Norwood brawl contradicts councilman's claim that he saved victim from his attacker Want to know how many people have died at the nursing home you're choosing for your parents? Too bad Clifton Avenue protected bike lane avoids cancelation — for now Lebanon Schools closed until Sept. 7 because of rising number of COVID-19 quarantines Miami University to require all students, staff get COVID-19 vaccine UC to require students, staff, faculty get COVID-19 vaccine More at https://wcpo.com/hear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Superintendents from Mason, Williamsburg, and  Ludlow Independent join the Hear Cincinnati podcast to discuss back-to-school in the time of Covid-19. Students in some places are going back in masks but in other places, it is an optional thing. So many things have changed in what feels like the 11th hour, thanks in large part to this delta variant. WCPO anchor/reporter Evan Milward is joined by superintendents Matt Early from Williamsburg, and Jonathan Cooper from Mason, and Mike Borchers from Ludlow Independent to discuss back-to-school in the time of Covid-19. First our weekly news panel discusses appraisal discrimination, closing power plants, a busy weekend for downtown, and more local Cincinnati news. Notable Links: Cincinnati Works workshop aims to prepare East Westwood residents for Final Fridays job fair This Black family's home appraisal grew by $92,000 after they removed all signs of their race City weighs 'best and final' bids on riverfront boat dock Power plant closure financially 'devastating' for community, school district Busy downtown weekend could bring traffic headaches Local man finally home after emergency evacuation from Kabul Tri-State vets on Afghanistan: 'So many people's sacrifice was for nothing' Buckle your seatbelts for another traffic pattern change on the Brent Spence Bridge Back-to-School Complete Coverage -See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A jury was set to decide the federal wrongful conviction lawsuit of William “Ricky” Virgil against the City of Newport and two former Newport police officers but a U.S. District Court Judge agreed to delay the case. I-Team reporter Paula Christian joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to explain the case. First, the weekly Hear Cincinnati podcast panel discuss a new affordable housing plan, a local judge who ordered a COVID-19 as conditioin of probabtion, and a local condo tower ordered to make structural repairs. Notable Links: Could another affordable housing vote be in the works for Cincinnati? Lincoln Heights residents say CMHA has left them in the dark on temporary relocation Hamilton County judge orders man to get COVID-19 shot as condition of probation Madison House resident fears home is 'just like Surfside' Repairs on the way for Madison House condo tower as vigilance on the rise amid Florida collapse Hyde Park high-rise ordered to hire 'special inspector' for structural repairs Featured Story: Man who says he was wrongfully convicted of 1987 murder must wait to confront City of Newport More at wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With President Biden visiting Cincinnati, it's been a busy week for the WCPO 9 newsroom. We discuss the President's visit, a baseball name change, affordable housing and more. Notable Links: Are renovations a 'win-win' or a painful lesson for Pinecrest residents and CMHA? Eight years after lightning strike, Ethan Kadish celebrates milestone at Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati ATM malfunction takes Avondale man's $1,300 in cash Cleveland Indians changing name to Guardians for 2022 season Biden coming to Cincinnati next week for CNN town hall, but why here Biden's Cincinnati visit to be at Mount St. Joseph University Local GOP leaders respond to Biden town hall visit Biden visits Westwood job training center to tout 'Build Back Better' plan Biden talks COVID, building bridges and getting back to work at Mount St. Joseph town hall Fact Check Friday: President Biden's Tri-State visit Archbishop 'not asked, nor would he have granted' approval for Biden visit to Catholic university More at http://www.wcpo.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Concerts and events are coming back! WCPO 9 entertainment reporter Brian Mains joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to talk about this weekend's Top 9 food, fests, and fairs. Plus, he'll chat about the two big new music venues and all the best concerts coming to town this summer. Top 9 things to do in Greater Cincinnati this weekend: July 16-18 Ready to rock? Live music returns to Cincinnati First, our weekly panel rounds up this week's most interesting news around Cincinnati. Renovated affordable housing high rise in Over-the-Rhine to reopen as Logan Towers New initiative aims to restore dignity to Cincinnati's overgrown Potter's Field cemetery Lawsuit: Kroger manager drove employee to suicide People and pets advised to avoid lake at East Fork State Park Marty Brennaman wishes son Thom's employers had been more 'forgiving' After delays, Kings Island's Camp Cedar luxury campground (finally) opens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kentucky Speedway is storing thousands of semi-truck trailers and pickup trucks. The Gallatin County race track is renting its property for longterm parking after NASCAR removed the speedway from the 2021 race schedule. When will racing return? WCPO I-Team reporter Craig Cheatham joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to explain. But first, the Hear Cincinnati weekly panel discusses news of the week including the Marian Spencer sculpture, Joey Votto's personal apology to a 6-year-old fan, more delays at King Island's Camp Cedar, and more. Related Links: Sculpture of civil rights icon Marian Spencer to be dedicated on Cincinnati's riverfront With funds raised, Marian Spencer sculpture is a big step closer to becoming a reality in Cincinnati (March 2000) Winton Hills Academy students win national contest with book about civil rights icon Marian Spencer (March 2019) Was Brown County inmate's death a suicide, or were deputies involved? Zachary Goldson case: Video shows final seconds before Brown County inmate's death (archived) Votto personally apologizes to 6-year-old fan after ejection versus Padres Brood X left a gift for putting up with them After break-ins, Timothee Chalamet film 'Bones and All' asks Cincy for $50,000 to cover security Kings Island's Camp Cedar delayed...again What's causing all the Camp Cedar delays? When will racing return to Kentucky Speedway? It's anyone's guess More at https://wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WCPO reporter Whitney Miller joins to discuss her interview with 'Magic Adrian' Anderson who took it upon herself to help schedule any and everyone who needed a shot during the release of the first doses of vaccine. But first, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May and senior manager of enterprise/investigative Meghan Goth to discuss reducing youth homelessness, CEOs getting a COVID bonus, and the downside of 'streatereies.' Featured: How one woman's personal cell number helped hundreds secure a vaccine Notable Links: Deer Park Roofing gives Avondale homeowner new roof and gutters -- with more improvements to come KEYS program is reducing youth homelessness in Hamilton County -- with goal of ending it completely Executive Pay 2021: How the pandemic fueled corporate bonuses in 2020 Two years after Northside flooding, 'we just want it to be over' Many pandemic 'fixes' had unintended consequences. Streateries were one of them More at https://wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Investigative reporter Paula Christian joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to explain why Armed U.S. Marshals we called to Tom Brown's farmland property with a search-and-seizure warrant for trees due to a destructive beetle. But first, host Brian Niesz is joined by senior manager of enterprise/investigative Meghan Goth and dayside content manager Allison Hunter to discuss the latest cicada headlines, a job fair helping people with criminal records, an act of kindness at a arcade, and more. Notable Links: Driver in cicada-induced crash has advice for staying safe during Brood X summer This Hamilton 9-year-old's cicada photo shoot is everything... and it's gone viral Beacon of Hope Job Fair aims to help people with criminal records find employers who will give them a chance Cincinnati friends chronicle daily life, conversations over the difficult last year Cincinnati Public Schools approve settlement in Gabriel Taye case Hamilton arcade owner offers to open early for woman with social anxiety Sisters charged in BB gun shootings of people experiencing homelessness surrender to police Cincinnati PD makes third arrest in OTR, Downtown BB gun attacks Featured: How the Asian longhorned beetle led to a battle of epic proportions on one man's farmland  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lisa Smith joins this episode of the Hear Cincinnati podcast to discuss how an upcoming grocery store in Avondale plans to be as much about community as it will be food. But first, host Brian Niesz is joined by weekly panelists, community reporter Lucy May, senior real-time editor Pat LaFleur and senior manager of enterprise/investigative Meghan Goth to discuss new housing vouchers, lifting COVID-19 health orders, in-depth coverage of unemployment, and more. .Notable Links: Housing authority has 241 new vouchers to help families get housing and avoid homelessness This Cincinnati mom has lived what new Women's Fund data analysis found: The economy's not equal Ohios COVID-19 health orders lifted Wednesday. Here's what you need to know Family makes emotional appeal when buying their first home Foo Fighters tickets sold out in 10 minutes, but here are 20 other shows coming to ICON Evans Landscaping owner Doug Evans reports to prison on Friday WCPO examines unemployment pitfalls, solutions in 'The Rebound: Lost in the System' Lounge Acts: Bobby Mackey is keeping classic country alive and well Featured: Avondale's days as a food desert are numbered. New grocery store set to open in early 2022 More at https://wcpo.com/hear   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mariel Carbone joins the podcast to discuss the challenges facing the Cincinnati Police Department as they defend their diversity quotas and shorten training due to an officer shortage. First, our panel discusses property values in the suburbs, FC Cincinnati's stadium lights, tips for choosing a nursing home, and more. Notable Links: Hamilton County suburbs face falling property values, rising poverty. Are they doomed to struggle? LaRosa's pizza deal will help reduce hunger among Tri-State families this summer Why did FC Cincinnati's stadium fins light up with P&G brands Tuesday night? Federal agents arrest Covington man accused of storming U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 Kroger announces plan to give $1 million payouts, free groceries to some vaccinated people Remembering Harambe 5 years after gorilla's death at Cincinnati Zoo Nursing homes are opening up again. Here's what you need to know for your search Seniors forced to rely on stairs after senior living center elevator outage Featured: Cranley, Isaac defend Cincinnati Police Department's diversity quotas Facing officer shortage, Cincinnati PD cuts time some recruits will spend in academy more at https://wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't Waste Your Money reporter John Matarese joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to discuss Cincinnati's hot real estate market and the resulting pressure on renters.  First, our panel discuss the latest cicada news, a project creating homeownership opportunities, the secret informant in a Cincinnati bribery case and more.    Notable Links: Could this Bond Hill duplex offer lessons to solve the region's affordable housing shortage? Samaritan Car Care Clinic fixed up 20-year-old car to give new hope to Northern Kentucky mom Hidden Cincinnati: Once home to a local nostalgic, Loveland Castle carries on his legacy Should you be worried if your pet eats cicadas? GUIDE: Everything you need to know about Brood X's 2021 cicada emergence PHOTOS: Brood X cicadas begin emerging across the Tri-State World Champion UFC fighter Jon 'Bones' Jones trains in Cincinnati This was FBI's second secret informant in Cincinnati bribery case, sources say ODH: Vax-a-Million lottery encouraging more Ohioans to get their COVID-19 shot Cheviot residents voice concerns over traffic patterns; mayor says no money for speed bumps Features: How to win in this hot housing market Rents soaring around Cincinnati amid fierce housing market Skipping the home inspection? Northern Kentucky couple has a warning More at https://wcpo.com/hear   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kristyn Hartman joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to tell the story of a local couple who were granted a storybook wedding after they fell in love in hospice. First, our panel discusses racial disparities in health care, easing COVID-19 restrictions in Ohio and Kentucky, and a local teen on her way to Harvard against all odds. Notable Links: After giving help for years, this mother and daughter must learn to accept it from others Study finds racial disparities in health care extend to dementia, Alzheimer's treatment Beshear: Kentucky capacity limits, mask mandate to end June 11 Thousands of new Ford pickups parked at Kentucky Speedway, can't be sold Auto dealers call chip shortage 'a hell of a follow up' to pandemic; issue spans across industries Local teen in foster care on her way to Harvard University Feature: Two people who met in hospice celebrate fairy-tale wedding in Lebanon   More at https://wcpo.com/hear   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WRTV Investigative reporter Kara Kenney joins Hear Cincinnati to discuss a father who lost his family when six people died on March 20, 2020, after their vehicles went into Sanes Creek in Franklin County, Indiana.  First, our panel discusses Cincinnati Issue 3, cicadas updates, "Urban Hikers", and the Bengals pick in the NFL Draft. Notable Links: WATCH: WCPO 9 special examines affordable housing in Tri-State What's the problem with affordable housing in Greater Cincinnati, and how can the region solve it? CURESZ Foundation aims to educate the public about schizophrenia, remove stigma around the disorder Jennifer Ketchmark's Facebook post on cicadas How to socially distance yourself from cicadas this summer Meet the six candidates running for Cincinnati mayor this year 'Urban Hikers' inspire documentary about neighborhood walks Krohn Conservatory to reopen with long-delayed, 'stunningly beautiful' Butterflies of Bali Bengals draft LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase with No. 5 pick in the first round Feature: 5 dead, 1 missing after floodwaters wash away bridge in Franklin County 6 bodies recovered after water sweeps cars from Indiana road 'This wasn't an accident' Several 911 calls made about flooded Franklin Co. creek before family's death More at wcpo.com/hear    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anchor Tanya O'Rourke chats with Former House Speaker John Boehner about his new book and reflections on his path from Southwest Ohio to Washington and back. But first, our panel discusses child care vouchers, a guilty plea in the Pike County murder case, what the cold snap means for the cicadas, and more. Notable Links: Fewer southwest Ohio child care providers are accepting vouchers from low-income families She helped create scholarships for rural LGBTQ youth on path to becoming the person she once needed Workforce Innovation Center Brings Together Top Executives in the Region to Discuss Inclusive Capitalism Cincinnati Works reopens its doors for in-person services Edward 'Jake' Wagner pleads guilty to eight Pike County murders FC Cincinnati's West End Stadium has a new name What the cold snap means for the cicadas Ohio Job and Family Services working on plan to waive unemployment overpayments USDA extension of free school meals will help keep local students fed Not one, not two ... Votto turns TRIPLE play Reds boost GABP capacity from 30% to 40% starting April 30 Feature: Former House Speaker John Boehner reflects on path from Southwest Ohio to Washington and back   https://www.wcpo.com/hearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"You can't stay in the past and expect to move forward in the future.” That’s how a lifelong member of Revelation Missionary Baptist Church described the church’s decision to use gentrification to fuel a move from the West End to Mouth Healthy. WCPO gentrification reporter Monique John joins the Hear Cincinnati podcast to tell the full story. First, our panel discuss equality in Cincinnati, facts on the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine, another indicted Cincinnati council member, King's Islands new campground and more. Notable Links: 20 years since the civil unrest, how close is Cincinnati to achieving equity? This mom says not very How Cincinnati CAN became Cincinnati DID 20 years after unrest 'Is it safe?': Hamilton Co. health experts weigh in on Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine With J&J vaccine paused, health officials work to combat vaccine reluctancy City Councilman Wendell Young indicted on tampering with evidence in 2018 texting scandal Pandemic means CCM class of 2021 grads perform 'biggest audition' of their lives virtually Miami University right-hander expected to be first-round pick in July’s MLB draft 'Hillbilly Elegy' author J.D. Vance quits firm after tweets Kings Island's new campground is 'glamping at its finest' Wes Miller named UC's next men's basketball head coach Feature: West End church uses gentrification to fuel a big move to Mount Healthy   Find more at https://www.wcpo.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
They are fathers, sons, peers -- and in 2001, the death of Timothy Thomas left its mark on them all. In this special podcast, WCPO 9 News senior reporter Larry Seward speaks to Black men who lived in Cincinnati during the unrest in 2001. For some, the killing that sparked the unrest hit close to home. For others, the events were a turning point. But 20 years on, has anything changed? Read more: Has Cincinnati changed in the 20 years since the 2001 unrest Complete Coverage: 20 years after unrest, 3CDC plots next big thing in OTR Terry Thomas wants youngsters to learn from brother's death Will gentrification keep creeping up Vine Street? Reflections from participants of collaborative agreement CPD chiefs reflect 20 years after killing of Timothy Thomas 20 years after Cincinnati unrest, two of its most divisive figures reflect   For more Hear Cincinnati, visit wcpo.com/hear   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mariel Carbone and Mike Dyer join the Hear Cincinnati podcast to discuss the changes to the Banks and to the ballpark ahead of Reds opening day next week. Plus, our panel discusses a sewing class with a path to employment, a book about growing up Black in Cincinnati, getting the COVID-19 vaccination to the Black community, and more. Notable Links: St. Francis Seraph Ministries program teaches sewing basics as path to employment Inspired by protests for justice, author rereleases 2003 book about growing up Black in Cincinnati For Black residents of rural Tri-State areas, mistrust adds to struggle to get vaccines Medical experts trying to address vaccine skepticism among young Black adults Transportation, technology among biggest obstacles between Cincinnati seniors and vaccination Court docs: Brittany Gosney 'hog-tied,' gagged children before 6-year-old son's death Officials: Man accused of rape lived under victim's bed for 3 weeks Cincinnati council candidate apologizes for past, derogatory tweets The Banks planning ahead for 'DORA at the Banks' launch Despite limited fan capacity, GABP is 'going to sound like a roar' on Reds' Opening Day See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We discuss an 'immaculate' wallaby, 'attending to people's basic humanity' during COVID-19 pandemic, the Beckjord smoke stack that fell into the Ohio River, vaccination updates, and local music by women. Notable Links: Cincinnati Zoo welcomes new wallaby joey after surprise pregnancy Carl Fox has lived with HIV and AIDS for decades, but now he's 'on the right path' to a cure Portable toilets in OTR are 'attending to people's basic humanity' during COVID-19 pandemic WCPO 9 readers, viewers step up to help Avondale homeowner save family legacy Why did Beckjord smoke stack fall into the Ohio River and when will debris be cleaned up? Brittany Gosney, Middletown woman charged in son's death, seeks insanity plea Prosecutor: 'High probability' searchers have found a body during search for James Hutchinson Police: Mother charged with murder after 2-year-old son died from ingesting fentanyl Cintas Center opens as mass vaccination site Thursday Lounge Acts presents a Women's History Month mixtape Find more at wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One year ago, a pandemic was declared and life as we knew it stopped. On Thursday, WCPO 9 presented our special project “Hindsight 2020: The year that changed our lives.” Host Julie O'Neill and producer Meghan Goth join the Hear Cincinnati podcast to discuss the special and the stories featured in it. Next, you'll hear Julie O'Neill talk with members of the community in a virtual round-table discussion. 'Hindsight: 2020' links: Seeing hope on the horizon through the eyes of OTR Unemployment benefits elusive for single mom amid pandemic A year in, how has COVID-19 impacted minority communities? Live events were first to close, will be last to reopen How are schools and teachers addressing 'COVID slide?' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
His mother reported him missing, but discrepancies in her story led to a tragic confession. Courtney Francisco and Kristen Swilley join the Hear Cincinnati podcast to explain what happened to six-year-old James Huthinson. First, our panel discusses a new nonprofit that’s working to fight hunger, a Black-owned burger spot prospering from West End’s gentrification, a three-year-old attacked with a knife, and more.Notable Links: Here's how Black-owned Cincinnati businesses are faring one year into the COVID-19 economic crisis Last Mile Food Rescue reduces food insecurity in Greater Cincinnati, one trunk load at a time White Cincinnati police sergeant sues city, accuses department of hiring 'discrimination' Black-owned burger spot still prospering from West End’s gentrification Springdale PD releases bodycam footage of Sky Zone arrest Mother, young girl witnessed attack on 3-year-old in Deerfield Township Featured Story: Police chief: 'Red flags all over' in death of Middletown 6-year-old killed by mother ‘He always loved to give hugs’: Middletown mourns death of 6-year-old James Hutchinson Dozens grieve for Middletown 6-year-old James Hutchinson at Barnitz Stadium Rising Ohio River stalls search for bodies of Nylo Lattimore, James Hutchinson Find more at wcpo.com/hear  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Too much time spent snorting and giggling

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