ODNR reminds Ohioans to repurpose live Christmas trees to provide wildlife habitats Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 2 January 2026 at 21:30 If your live-cut tree is still up, there's ecologically-friendly ways to dispose of it.
'We cannot do it alone': Police ask for public's assistance in investigation into shooting death of 11-year-old girl Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 1 January 2026 at 21:17 Police are asking anyone with information to come forward, reminding them that they can do so anonymously.
Ohio man held $50,000 winning Powerball ticket in wallet for months Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 2 January 2026 at 04:56 He bought the ticket in September and forgot all about it before getting the numbers checked months later.
City of Worthington begins deer removal operations Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 2 January 2026 at 04:42 They are set to last through the end of February or possibly into March.
Ohio Department of Health confirms first flu-related pediatric death of the season Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 30 December 2025 at 20:43 They urge parents to consider getting the flu vaccine to keep their kids protected.
Ohio Department of Education and Workforce releases model AI in education policy Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 29 December 2025 at 22:23 Schools must formally adopt a policy by July 1, 2026, per Ohio law
Columbus airports announce new routes for 2026 Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 29 December 2025 at 21:27 Destinations include Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Panama City Beach, Florida; Montreal, Canada; Key West, Florida; and Austin, Texas.
OSU QB Julian Sayin earns 2025 Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 29 December 2025 at 21:04 Previous recipients inlcude Trevor Lawrence, Brock Bowers, Caleb Downs and more
As holiday approaches, State Fire Marshal recommends caution when using fireworks Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 29 December 2025 at 20:25 Consumer-grade fireworks are allowed to be used from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. on New Year's Eve and 4 to 11 p.m. on New Year's Day
ODNR offers First Day Hikes as part of winter hike series to break in new year Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 29 December 2025 at 05:45 Consider starting your new year on the right foot with a winter hike.
A calmer year for tornadoes after record-setting 2025 Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Spectrum News Staff Β· Cody Thompson Β· Spectrum News Weather Staff 27 December 2025 at 22:00 This year, only five months saw tornadoes: March, April, June, July and August.
As holidays wrap, State Fire Marshal urges Ohioans to remove fire-prone trees from home Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 26 December 2025 at 21:17 More than 33% of Christmas tree fires happen in January.
Santa pulled over for speeding in Fulton County, given 'friendly reminder' to slow down Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 23 December 2025 at 20:40 It may be nearly Christmas, but even Santa has to follow the rules of the road.
City officials announce results of Operation Northern Harvest, tout success of RISE Initiative Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 22 December 2025 at 19:20 It was a two-month operation that netted hundreds of arrests, seized firearms and more.
Browns' Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward chosen for 2026 Pro Bowl Games Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 23 December 2025 at 05:58 They also announced that Grant Delpit, Harold Fannin Jr., Quinshon Judkins and Carson Schwesinger were picked as alternates.
'We're so proud of this achievement': Akron announces removal of last lead service line Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 23 December 2025 at 03:25 No more homes in the city are being serviced by lead lines.
NORAD continues Santa Tracker tradition for 70th year Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Madison MacArthur Β· Cody Thompson 21 December 2025 at 20:27 They've been tracking his flight path since 1955.
Keeping kids entertained (and yourself sane) during winter break Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 20 December 2025 at 04:51 While many parents likely welcome the quality time spent with their kids during the break, it does come with its share of challenges.
Settlement would deliver $276 million in consumer restitution after HB6 scandal Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson Β· Ruby Jackson 18 December 2025 at 22:54 Back in November, PUCO ordered FirstEnergy to pay $250.7 million in customer restitution and civil forfeitures for actions surrounding HB6.
'Public safety is a shared responsibility': Councilmembers call for review on bond decisions related to RTA station murder suspect Latest News | Cincinnati Ohio | Spectrum News 1 By:Cody Thompson 18 December 2025 at 20:54 Benjamin McComas was killed at the station on Sunday, Dec. 14.