Matthew Dietz

Cincinnati

Digital Editor at WLWT-TV (Cincinnati, OH)

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Clifton cooling center open for the intense heat this summer

5 days ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

The temperatures around Greater Cincinnati haven’t spiked to uncomfortable levels just yet, but that could be right around the corner. By this coming weekend, temperatures are expected to surge for much of the area, with our first 90-degree day likely. Cooling centers are opening across Greater Cincinnati to help people beat the heat. They will be open to any member of the public.
Suspect accused of causing standoff in NKY neighborhood held on $100 million bond

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

A man accused of firing shots near a northern Kentucky country club, causing a standoff with law enforcement, has been arrested and is being held on a $100 million bond. The call came in around 1:30 p.m. last Thursday for a report of shots fired out of a home near Omaha Trace and Saunders Lane in the Triple Crown neighborhood, which is in Union. Investigators said Mhammed Jibrini, 47, fired shots out of the house at landscapers, sparking the large police presence.
Vice President JD Vance visits Los Angeles after protests over immigration

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

Vice President JD Vance was in Los Angeles on Friday, visiting California’s biggest city in the wake of clashes between protestors and law enforcement officials. The protests have revolved around President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda, with groups opposing the deportation efforts that have happened around the US. Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom have sparred over the deployment of military personnel against demonstrators in the area.
Reds place veteran starter Miley on injured list, recall Phillips from Triple-A

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

The Reds, Kroger, Saint Vincent de Paul, and WLWT are teaming up to help strike out hunger across greater Cincinnati. Reds fans join us July 11th and 12th as the Reds battle Rockies and bring your non-perishable food donation to Great American Ballpark. Fans who donate 3 or more non-perishable food items will get *** free ticket to *** future Reds game. Limit one ticket per fan, just visit www.com for details. Get *** free Reds ticket and help us strike out hunger. We'll see you at the ballpark.
Lane closures expected Friday night on Interstate-71 for bridge work

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

Drivers who are out late Friday night in Cincinnati will have to go around lane closures on Interstate-71 near downtown. The northbound lanes of the interstate will be fully closed, starting at Interstate-75 through the Lytle Tunnel. With that, the two right lanes of Fort Washington Way and the Second Street entrance ramp will also be closed. The closures are scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. Friday and are expected to last through 9 a.m. Saturday.
Police: Person detained after fire at Kentucky hotel; investigation ongoing

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

DIED AFTER A SHOOTING IN OVER THE RHINE. THE NEW DETAILS. WLWT LEARNING FROM POLICE AND THE QUESTIONS THEY HAVE OVER HOW THIS INCIDENT STARTED. AND THE SUNSHINE IS AROUND FOR THE REST OF THIS WEEK INTO THE WEEKEND, BUT SUMMER HEAT BUILDING UP. I’LL TELL YOU WHEN WE COULD SEE TRIPLE DIGIT HEAT INDEX VALUES. PLUS, IRAN LAUNCHES MORE AIRSTRIKES AGAINST ISRAEL OVERNIGHT. THE DAMAGE DONE AS PRESIDENT TRUMP CONSIDERS GETTING INVOLVED IN THE CONFLICT. THIS IS NEWS FIVE LEADING THE WAY.
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker shows love to Cincinnati during podcast appearance

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

Award-winning actress and producer Sarah Jessica Parker had glowing things to say about Cincinnati during a recent podcast appearance. In a recent episode of the podcast Call Her Daddy, Parker praised the city that she grew up in. She attended the School for Creative and Performing Arts in the Queen City. “We go back to Cincinnati all the time. It is a very impressive, exciting city. Beautiful. It's beautiful,” Parker said on the podcast hosted by Alex Cooper.
What salary is needed to live comfortably in the tri-state? Report breaks it down

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

LEADING THE WAY. WELL, IT IS MONDAY. MONDAY, TODAY, AND TODAY. WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THOSE BIG FINANCIAL DECISIONS THAT CAN RANGE FROM FINDING A NEW JOB, SAVING MONEY FOR A VACATION OR ANYTHING ELSE, AND HERE TO HELP US NAVIGATE HOW TO MAKE ALL OF THESE DECISIONS. MEGAN HAMMOND WITH WEALTH QUEST. MEGAN, THANKS SO MUCH FOR BEING HERE WITH US. THANK YOU FOR HAVING ME.
Funding announced for long-term health studies into East Palestine train derailment

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

Vice President JD Vance and United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are pushing for a new health study into the East Palestine, Ohio, toxic train derailment. On Thursday, the National Institutes of Health said it will fund a five-year, $10 million effort to monitor any long-term health impacts from the derailment. It happened on Feb. 3, 2023, when a Norfolk Southern train with about 50 cars, including 10 carrying hazardous materials, derailed in a fiery crash.
Popular Japanese café in Cincinnati to be featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives

1 week ago | wlwt.com | Matthew Dietz

A popular Cincinnati café that serves up Asian American cuisine is going to be featured on Guy Fieri’s Food Network show. Cafe Mochiko will be among the businesses highlighted on Friday’s episode of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, airing at 9 p.m. ET. Located on Madison Road in Walnut Hills, the café has a bakery and a dinner menu. In 2023, one of the café’s chefs, Elaine, was named a semifinalist for the James Beard Awards in the Outstanding Baker category.