Tricia Macke

Cincinnati

Mother of 5. News Anchor. Basketball Coach. Multiple Emmy & AP winner. @Fox19 anchor for 31 yrs 4-7pm & 10-11:30pm. Question Everything!

Articles

Special Honor Flight organized for veterans unable to travel

2 days ago | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A different type of Honor Flight is happening this weekend. The Honor Flight is a way for veterans to travel to Washington, D.C., to see memorials built in their honor. Unfortunately, some veterans aren’t able to make the trip due to their health. That is why local organizers are offering a Flightless Honor Flight this weekend. For veterans who can’t fly, organizers with the Honor Flight Tri-State are lending them their wings to experience the nation’s capital from home.
Commemorative stamps pay tribute to US military branches

1 week ago | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Three commemorative stamps from the United States Postal Service are paying tribute to a military milestone. The stamps commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Army, Navy and Marines. For one USPS official, who is also a veteran, these are more than just stamps.
Autopsy findings for 18-year-old killed in police shooting released

2 weeks ago | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Hamilton County Coroner Dr. Lakshmi Sammarco said the 18-year-old killed in a police shooting was not shot in the chest. Ryan Hinton’s autopsy determined there were three entry wounds, none of which were in his chest, the coroner said. Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge said on May 16 that she was told by the coroner’s office that Hinton was shot twice, maybe three times, including in his chest.
UC research team working on device to help veterans with spinal cord injuries

3 weeks ago | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A team of researchers at the University of Cincinnati is working on a device they hope will improve the lives of veterans living with spinal cord injuries. Everyday tasks like brushing your hair or drinking from a cup can be impossible for veterans living with spinal cord injuries and spinal cord disease. The team at UC is now working to make the impossible possible for these veterans.
Attorney for man accused of murdering deputy talks with Tricia Macke

4 weeks ago | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Clyde Bennett, the attorney representing the man accused of killing a Hamilton County deputy sheriff, sat down with FOX19 NOW’s Tricia Macke to discuss the case and his client. Deputy Henderson was killed Friday, May 2, when Hamilton County prosecutors say Rodney Hinton Jr. intentionally hit the public servant and foster parent with his car in an act of retaliation as he helped to direct traffic for the University of Cincinnati’s graduation.
Smart home helping disabled Marine veteran meet daily needs

1 month ago | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

MAINVILLE, Ohio (WXIX) - A new mortgage-free smart home is helping a disabled Marine veteran meet his unique needs. The life-changing gift for retired U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Chad Ohmer came from the Gary Sinise Foundation. After years of daily challenges, Ohmer now has a new, tech-savvy space he and his family can truly call home. “Our current home is not accessible at all,” Ohmer explained. “We’ve got steps just to get inside the house. I can’t be in my wheelchair at all if I wanted to.
Police chief talks with Tricia Macke about deadly shooting, deputy death

1 month ago | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge sat down with FOX19 NOW’s Tricia Macke to discuss two highly debated stories - a deadly officer-involved shooting and the killing of a Hamilton County deputy sheriff. Watch both parts of Tricia’s interview in the video player above. East Price Hill Shooting & Deputy's DeathSee a spelling or grammatical error in our story? Please click here to report it. Do you have a photo or video of a breaking news story? Send
Cincinnati police chief talks 1-on-1 about deadly shooting, deputy’s death

1 month ago | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge sat down with FOX19 NOW’s Tricia Macke to discuss two highly debated stories - a deadly officer involved shooting and the death of a Hamilton County Sheriff’s deputy. Watch both parts of Tricia’s interview in the video player above. East Price Hill Shooting & Deputy's DeathSee a spelling or grammatical error in our story? Please click here to report it. Do you have a photo or video of a breaking news story?
Volunteers helping veterans experience Honor Flight

1 month ago | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Honor Flight is a special experience for veterans, but it also serves as a time when volunteers can be a part of the journey, helping the veterans. Honor Flight volunteers, like Duane Froelicher, are called guardians. Froelicher has served as a guardian since 2015. While he never enlisted in the military, Froelicher has a deep respect for those who did, including his dad. "My dad was an Air Force veteran," Froelicher says. “He went in the Air Force in ’62.
Marine veteran launches foundation to share stories of America’s heroes

Aug 14, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A Marine veteran is dedicating his life to sharing the stories of our American heroes. Every veteran has a story to tell, but no two are exactly alike. It is that reason why Chris Cravens started the 3C Foundation. “These stories and the things that these guys accomplished and did at such a young age,” Cravens explained. “I think it’s something that we need to keep alive.”Cravens is a veteran and a storyteller. He led Marines in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan.