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Ohio reaches two-week low in current ICU visits, cases continue decline
Currently 885 Ohioans are hospitalized with COVID-19 and 313 are in the ICU.
YMCA Greater Cincinnati locations to open in June
Some locations will open before other but the YMCA says all Greater Cincinnati fitness centers will open in June.
Mt. Healthy officer hailed as hero for rescuing woman from water
Bodycam video shows the officer found the woman lying face down in the water and he quickly called it in.
Weekend weather makes perfect time for bike ride
Montgomery Cyclery Inc. President Eric Mueller says a basic tune-up starts with a good cleaning to remove dirt, oil and grease.
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$1.7 million federal COVID-19 relief grant to assist older Ohioans
The Ohio Department of Aging will use CARES act funding to assist seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
BMVs reopen in Ohio: Here’s why you shouldn’t rush right out
At least one local location had a long line extending into the parking lot. We received a picture showing a large crowd at Lebanon’s BMV
Here’s what’s reopening in Ohio on Tuesday
Ohio will almost be completely open by the end of the week
Gyms, pools reopen across Ohio Tuesday
Gym-goers should prepare for a much different gym experience than before
Indiana DNR saves intoxicated man floating down flooded Blue River on raft
Indiana DNR posted on Facebook that an intoxicated man had passed out on a raft with a bottle of rum in his lap.
Cleveland Cavaliers star Andre Drummond leaves $1,000 tip at a Florida restaurant for waitress
Drummond is making $27 million with the Cavs this season.
BB Riverboats cruising along after coronavirus, flooding stalls service
BB Riverboats begins river cruises after being closed for 10 weeks
Chase ends after suspect runs onto I-75 northbound, police say
Officers say this man was arrested, loaded onto a stretcher and taken to the hospital.
Brown County fallen soldier honored in Sunday’s NASCAR race
Seth Blevins was killed nine-years ago during his deployment to Afghanistan.
New coronavirus cases, deaths below Ohio’s 21-day average, ODH reports
Monday's new numbers for all four of the categories were below their 21-day average.
What’s wrong with Ohio’s unemployment system?
Nearly 90,000 of the 1.2 million Ohio jobless claims have yet to be processed
Public Library of Cincinnati, Hamilton County to begin drive-thru, curbside service this week
Services and operation hours differ for various library locations.
Public worship for Archdiocese of Cincinnati resumes Monday
As in-person worships begin again, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati has implanted guidelines for the health and safety of those attending.
Here’s what’s reopening up in Ohio this week
Ohio will almost be completely open by the end of the week.
DeWine: Ohio isn’t ready to allow mass gatherings yet; Cedar Point not ready to reopen
Governor DeWine said that he doesn’t think Ohio is ready to have mass gatherings just yet.
Legal expert weighs in on disappearance, search for Madison Bell
FOX19 NOW asked legal experts if Bell or the family could face any potential charges.
Highland County 18-year-old found; ‘left to start new life’ sheriff says
Madison “Maddie” Bell was last seen on Sunday, May 17.
Great Parks of Hamilton County reopen with guidelines to keep people safe
Certain guidelines have been put in place to help keep people safe during their visits.
Coronavirus cases in Ohio surpass 31k total with 614 more reported
Saturday's 614 newly reported coronavirus cases push the total number past 31,000.
New info connects man to white car sought by investigators in Maddie Bell case
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ODOT: High-speed drunken driver arrested after crashing through construction zone in Akron (video)
A suspected drunken driver sideswiped an ODOT work truck early Thursday morning, causing the car to spin out and slide through a construction zone.
Investigators trying to identify man in connection with Maddie Bell’s disappearance
Bell left her house in Greenfield on Sunday afternoon and did not return.
Ohio fire departments warn against shower curtains for social distancing barriers
As more businesses reopen while trying to follow social distancing guidelines, some are getting creative with barriers to keep people apart.
Ohio wedding receptions can resume June 1, other reopenings announced
The governor also announced the first recommendations from his Minority Health Strike Force
Ohio restaurants, bars reopen indoor seating
Restaurants across the state are starting to serve customers inside Thursday in the next phase of Gov. Mike DeWine’s plan for reopening Ohio.
Proposal from Ohio lawmakers would permanently allow carryout and delivery of alcoholic beverages
Two state legislators are pitching a proposal that would allow bars and restaurants to continue selling drinks for carryout, even after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
2020 Ohio State Fair canceled
Ohio Expositions Commission cancels the 2020 fair while looking forward to 2021.
Ohio Senate rejects proposal that would have limited Dr. Acton’s authority
The Ohio Senate voted unanimously on Wednesday to reject a bill that would limit the executive power granted to Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton.
LIST: Rules and recommendations for indoor dining as Ohio restaurants reopen
Indoor dining will resume across Ohio on Thursday
Cincinnati BBQ food truck gets creative to stay open during pandemic
'It’s forced us to be courageous and we’re just excited about what the future holds for Sweets & Meats'
Prayer vigil held for Maddie Bell, Ohio teen missing since Sunday
Residents of Greenfield, Ohio gathered at local church to pray for Maddie's safe return.
State restrictions could be too much for neighborhood pools seeking to reopen
A local pool manager calls the regulations "asinine."
FBI now involved with search for missing Highland Co. teen
Investigators say they found Maddie’s car abandoned in a church parking lot on Sunday with her keys and cell phone left inside.
House passes bill reforming Ohio’s domestic violence laws after teacher’s murder
'As concerns increase over rising instances of domestic violence due to COVID-19, it is crucial that this bill becomes law'
OHSAA votes to expand football playoffs in 2021
The playoffs will expand from eight schools per region to 12 beginning in the 2021 season.
Ohio gyms able to reopen now, court ruling states
Judge Eugene Lucci ruled the state’s and county health officials cannot take any action against fitness centers that violate the safety restrictions.
UC students, employees return to campus dates outlined by school president
The university president's plan will begin in June and go to the start of the fall semester on August 24.
CPS, Cincinnati History Museum to share class of 2020 pandemic experiences
Pieces of work from the class of 2020 on their experiences during the coronavirus will be archived in the Cincinnati History Museum.
Boyfriend of Maddie Bell makes tearful plea for her return
"I can’t even explain it... I just want her to come home."
Volunteers descend on Highland Co. as search for Ohio teen continues
While police continue to investigate, nonprofit Rescue 101 has been organizing volunteers.
Ohio moving from stay-at-home orders to ‘strong recommendations’
On Monday, DeWine announced he is putting together an enforcement team as part of Department of Public Safety’s Ohio Investigative Unit.
Historic high water, flooding along Mill Creek possible Tuesday
Major flooding is forecasted as the rain continues throughout the day.
Annie Glenn, widow of U.S. Sen. John Glenn, dies at 100
A spokesperson says Glenn died Tuesday of COVID-19 complications at a nursing home near St. Paul, Minnesota.
Police searching for missing 18-year-old from Highland Co.
Her phone was found inside her abandoned car with keys at a local church on S.R. 28, according to the sheriff’s office.
Some Ohio businesses ‘dead in the water’ without reopening dates
Business owners say they just want a firm reopening date. Right now, they don't have that.
Cincinnati school offers popular day camp programs virtually
Cincinnati Country Day School has more than 30 different programs for its virtual summer learning experience.
Ohio Investigative Unit to conduct safety compliance checks in crowded bars, restaurants
Last week, DeWine and Husted announced several reopening for the state including daycares, pools and gyms.
Outdoor handwashing station installed for Cincinnati’s homeless
The director says this handwashing station will make it easier for the city's homeless to keep their hand clean during the pandemic.
Police ID 8-year-old boy killed in Mt. Airy shooting
Chance Gilbert was in the third grade at Riverview Elementary School in Hamilton, his parents say
Macy’s welcoming customers beginning Monday in Cincinnati-Dayton area
On Monday, Macy’s is reopening to customers and communities in the Cincinnati-Dayton area.
Some UC students to receive hundreds in financial relief this week
UC says the payments will be sent to accounts this week.
Hamilton Co. discusses recent uptick in reporting of child abuse cases
According to the Ohio Department of Health, Hamilton County has 2,047 cases of COVID-19 and 111 deaths.
New rules start Monday for Uber drivers, riders
The new rules impact most countries including the U.S., Canada and Mexico
Here’s what’s open in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana
Each state its own reopening stages and dates.
8-year-old killed in Mt. Airy shooting: ‘This is a very tragic day for all’
It isn't clear yet what led up to the child's death while police continue to investigate
Man’s body found in Little Miami River, park ranger says
A park ranger says it's likely the man's body floated down from the northern part of the river.
Missing teen from Addyston found in Detroit, 29-year-old in custody, police say
The 13-year-old was found Sunday in Detroit, Michigan, police say.
Humane association celebrates graduates from vet sciences program partnership
The 12 students “walked” the sidewalk at the humane association, a place they have partnered with as part of the career center’s vet sciences program.