As Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, commonly known as DEI, initiatives come under fire in the United States, local leaders are emphasizing the importance of its core principles. Since taking office on Jan. 20, President Donald Trump and his administration have taken executive action to target DEI initiatives. During his first day in office, Trump signed […]
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Big Mac Bridge repair: First steel girders needed for construction arrive
The first replacement girders needed to continue construction on the Big Mac Bridge repair have arrived in Cincinnati, the Ohio Department of Transportation announced Sunday. The Ohio Department of Transportation announced Sunday that the girders were headed from a fabrication shop in Bowling Green, Kentucky to Cincinnati. They arrived around 4:30 p.m. ODOT said the […]
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Covington’s Opal Rooftop restaurant to close
Opal Rooftop, a popular casual-fine dining restaurant in Covington will close permanently on January 18 due to rising costs, the current climate of the restaurant industry, and sustaining the rooftop space.
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Here’s when to expect Big Mac Bridge traffic to improve
Cincinnati and the Ohio Department of Transportation are implementing new strategies to mitigate traffic congestion caused by the closed southbound lanes of I-471, including traffic cameras, a detour strategy, and signal timing adjustments.
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Regional economy’s growth likely to slow in 2025
Northern Kentucky University economist Janet Harrah predicts that Greater Cincinnati’s economy will continue to grow in 2025, albeit at a slower rate than the rest of the United States, due to a housing shortage, a shrinking number of job openings, and a skills gap for specialized roles.
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Northern Kentucky fire departments battle to retain staff
Northern Kentucky fire departments are struggling to attract and retain staff due to competition from Cincinnati, less recruits and a lack of fire service programs, leading to the implementation of benefits like a Kelly Day to improve moral and retention.
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Inside the lawsuit against the Brent Spence project
Environmental advocacy groups have sued the Brent Spence Bridge corridor project, alleging that the project will have significant environmental and health impacts on predominantly minority communities, and demanding that work on the project cease until their concerns are redressed.
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Aviatra Accelerators opens new incubator
Aviatra Accelerators, an entrepreneurial nonprofit based in Covington, is celebrating the opening of its new entrepreneurial incubator, which will provide below-market-rate office spaces, co-working spaces, and a versatile event space to support women entrepreneurs.
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Carmelo’s in Covington celebrates family legacy with Italian cuisine
Restauranteur Billy Grise and his business partner Mitch Arens are opening Carmelo’s, an American Italian restaurant in Covington, to honor Grise’s great-grandfather’s legacy.
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Independence welcomes Just Love Coffee Cafe
Just Love Coffee Cafe is opening a new location in Independence, Kentucky on October 15, offering a menu of coffee drinks, artisanal waffles, wraps, omelets, and waffled sandwiches.