Molly Schramm

Cincinnati

Digital Content Producer at WCPO-TV (Cincinnati, OH)

Digital Content Producer @WCPO | @scrippsjschool alum | Formerly @PasteMagazine @thepost | All opinions are my own | she/her/hers

Articles

Popular Hyde Park restaurant to open second concept in Northern Kentucky

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

COVINGTON, Ky. — A popular Italian restaurant in Hyde Park is set to open a second concept in Covington. Alfio's Buon Cibo announced on social media Monday that it is expanding. "This June, we'll be opening a second concept — this time, across the river in Covington," the restaurant's owners wrote on Facebook.
Northern Kentucky 'flood victim' found dead on riverbank in Pendleton County

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

BUTLER, Ky. — A man was found dead along a riverbank in Butler, said Rob Braun, the spokesperson for Pendleton County Emergency Management. Braun said the man was found Monday around 4 p.m. at the end of Mader Street near Butler Bridge. He did not say exactly how the man died, but Braun called him a "flood victim."Officials also found the man's canoe, which he was not in, and what they believe is his truck. Braun said they believe they know who the man is, but they have not released his identity.
'The worst flooding that I've experienced' | New Richmond homes, businesses submerged by Ohio River flooding

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

NEW RICHMOND, Ohio — Residents and business owners in New Richmond are dealing with the worst flooding in at least a decade, according to the village's vice mayor. The waterfront village — which aptly calls its residents "River Rats" — is bogged with feet of overflow from the Ohio River. The river crested Monday at 60.7 feet, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). New Richmond's downtown areas have plenty of shops submerged along Front Street.
Several areas in Carroll County under mandatory evacuation after dam gates opened along Kentucky River

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

CARROLLTON, Ky. — Residents in several areas of Carroll County — and anyone along the Kentucky River — are under a mandatory evacuation order after dam gates further up river were accidentally released, said Mike Ratliff, the director of the Carroll County Emergency Management.
CPD: Man rescued from flood waters at the former location of Coney Island

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

CINCINNATI — A man was rescued from flood waters Sunday afternoon at the former location of Coney Island, Cincinnati police said. CPD said a man somehow got into the area where Coney Island resided, which is currently flooded due to high Ohio River levels. The man got roughly 30 feet into the now defunct park before he needed to be rescued, CPD said. A WCPO 9 crew saw crews bringing the man back to dry land on a raft.
Kentucky River expected to reach record levels near dam in Lockport

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

LOCKPORT, Ky. — Water levels from the Kentucky River are expected to pass a record level near the dam in Lockport, which borders Owen County. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Kentucky River is expected to crest in Lockport at 57 feet on Tuesday, surpassing the previous record of 56.9 feet. The river has already reached the "Major" flood stage Sunday, sitting just above 50 feet.
CFD: Woman taking shelter at Sawyer Point stage rescued from Ohio River flooding

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

CINCINNATI — A woman was rescued from flooding at Sawyer Point early Sunday morning, the Cincinnati Fire Department said. District Chief Phillip Worsham said crews were dispatched to the P&G Pavilion stage at Sawyer Point for a water rescue. Worsham said a woman who is homeless had taken shelter at the stage, but the water levels rose, and "she was worried."Crews put a life vest on the woman and inflated a raft to retrieve her from the stage.
Falmouth residents under 'mandatory evacuation' ahead of high floodwaters

2 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

FALMOUTH, Ky. — All residents in Falmouth, Kentucky, are under a "mandatory evacuation" due to high floodwaters. Pendleton County Emergency Management announced Saturday that the evacuation is in effect immediately. "Residents are being given until 8:00 PM tonight April 5th to leave town," the county EMA wrote on Facebook. "After 8:00 PM the utility services are not guaranteed."Officials said that at some point Saturday evening, access to Falmouth would be limited.
Over-the-Rhine chef and bar owner named James Beard Award finalists

3 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

CINCINNATI — Two longtime restaurant and bar industry professionals in Cincinnati have been named 2025 James Beard Award finalists. Longfellow's Mike Stankovich and Wildweed's David Jackman were announced Wednesday as finalists in their respective categories for the James Beard Awards, which is celebrating its 35th year. Equivalent to the restaurant and bar industry's Academy Awards, the James Beard Awards, first held in 1991, are considered one of the most prestigious honors in the industry.
Cincinnati Reds trade outfielder Stuart Fairchild to Atlanta Braves for cash considerations

3 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Molly Schramm

CINCINNATI — Only a few days into the 2025 season, the Cincinnati Reds are trading a player. The Reds announced Monday that the team is trading outfielder Stuart Fairfield to the Braves in exchange for cash considerations. Fairchild was designated for assignment ahead of Opening Day when the Reds announced outfielders Blake Dunn and Jacob Hurtubise made the roster over him. During spring training, Fairchild had just 5 hits out of 38 at-bats over 21 games.