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'I believe that the village has moved in a positive direction' | Newtown mayor Mark Kobasuk resigns

1 day ago | wcpo.com | Taylor Weiter

NEWTOWN, Ohio — The Village of Newtown's mayor has resigned, WCPO has confirmed. In a letter to village council members on Wednesday, Mayor Mark G. Kobasuk said he and his wife have purchased a home near their farm in Kentucky and plan to move soon. "We were planning to build a house on our farm over the next several years but our plans changed when a unique property near our farm became available," Kobasuk said.
'Stop taking resources away from the public schools' | Ohio schools, parents react to EdChoice ruling

2 days ago | wcpo.com | De'Jah Gross

CINCINNATI — A Franklin County judge has ruled that Ohio's EdChoice private school voucher program is unconstitutional, potentially affecting thousands of families across the state who use the program to attend private schools. The EdChoice program was originally created to help lower-income families access private education. However, it was expanded in fiscal year 2024 to allow all Ohio families to receive financial assistance for private school attendance.
FD: No injuries after fire, report of explosion at building behind Milford gun store

2 days ago | wcpo.com | Taylor Weiter

MILFORD, Ohio — No one was injured after a fire broke out near a gun store in Milford Wednesday afternoon, fire officials said. David Jetter with Miami Township Fire and EMS told reporters that crews responded to a call about a fire at Just Gun & Ammo on State Route 131. When they arrived, they found flames coming from a structure behind the building and heard what appeared to be explosions.
OSHP: Teen killed in Warren County crash involving semi, motorcycle

3 days ago | wcpo.com | Taylor Weiter

FRANKLIN, Ohio — A 17-year-old from Dayton is dead after a crash between a semi and a motorcycle in Warren County Tuesday evening, Ohio State Highway Patrol said. OSHP said a preliminary investigation determined a man driving a 1995 Peterbilt 379 was traveling from the northbound I-75 ramp onto State Route 123 in Franklin when he hit a 2006 Suzuki DL1000 in the intersection before striking a median divider and turning over. The motorcycle also overturned before coming to rest in the median.
'I'm going to die here' | Mom, son describe moment they were caught in North Avondale gunfight

3 days ago | wcpo.com | Sean DeLancey

CINCINNATI — A Clermont County mother and her 14-year-old son said they were caught in the middle of what Cincinnati police described as a "running gunfight" on Reading Road in North Avondale Monday evening. Robin Knippenberg said she was delivering a grocery order to the Harmon Manor apartment complex while her son Jakob sat in the passenger seat of her Bronco. She said she was closing the back hatch when she heard a flurry of gunfire close to her.
Stay Fresh and Confident this Summer

3 days ago | wcpo.com | Mikhayla Hughes-Shaw

Summer skincare doesn’t have to be complicated. Bravo’s Southern Charm star Venita Aspen joined Mikhayla Hughes-Shaw to share her favorite tips and products from Olay and Secret to help you stay fresh, confident, and glowing (even on the hottest days)! Shop the Summer Fizz collection now at www.Olay.com or www.Secret.com . Cincy Lifestyle is an original, local lifestyle show focused on providing viewers with informative, useful and entertaining content.
Your Primary Care Team at Mercy Health

3 days ago | wcpo.com | Pete Scalia

At Mercy Health you will receive the same compassionate care if you see an M.D., D.O. or a P.A. Mercy's primary care physicians will coordinate your care with all of Mercy Health specialties. Mercy is health is here for you providing comfort and hope with your care. To learn more, visit: Primary Care Physicians in Cincinnati, Ohio | Mercy Health Cincinnati
Police: 14-year-old arrested, charged with murder of 16-year-old in Over-the-Rhine

3 days ago | wcpo.com | Taylor Weiter

CINCINNATI — A 14-year-old has been charged with the murder of another teenager in Over-the-Rhine last week. Cincinnati police said its Homicide Unit and Youth Services Unit arrested a 14-year-old boy Tuesday and charged him with murder, reckless homicide and two counts of felonious assault in connection with the death of 16-year-old Rasheed Mills. Officers responded to the 1300 block of Vine Street on June 19 after receiving a report about a shooting inside an apartment.
'I'm so proud of this' | Volunteers help repair homes for low-income Butler County residents

4 days ago | wcpo.com | De'Jah Gross

HAMILTON, Ohio — More than 250 volunteers from across the country are working to improve homes for low-income, elderly and disabled residents in Butler County this week. The massive project is a collaboration between Hamilton-based Community Action Agency, Supports to Encourage Low-Income Families (SELF) and the Group Cares Foundation from Colorado. "We have volunteers from 10 different states here for an entire week and work on 30 homes," said Carie Schultz, Community Relations with SELF.
Shop 4th of July Appliance and Mattress Deals Now

4 days ago | wcpo.com | Pete Scalia

Appliance Factory Mattress Kingdom is kicking off 4th of July savings early with unbeatable deals. Save up to 60% on appliances and mattresses, including washers, dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers and top mattress brands. Mention “independence” in-store for even bigger discounts. Shop now at appliancefactory.comCincy Lifestyle is an original, local lifestyle show focused on providing viewers with informative, useful and entertaining content.