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In 2017, major Charmaine McGuffey lost her job for being gay. Now she’s sheriff.

After beating Jim Neil in the primaries, she also defeated Republican challenger Bruce Hoffbauer.


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Cincinnati launches FOUND, a month-long celebration of diverse and traditional activities

AGAR, 3CDC, Haile Foundation, and more partner to bring a unique holiday experience to the city.


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Dr. Amy Acton calls for a “wellness playbook:” A long-term emotional-survival strategy

She says that it’s up to leaders to lay down the science because we could easily lose another 200,000 people.


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CVG partners with European group Piaggio Fast Forward to introduce the gita robot for businesses

The technology is already available to the consumer market and is now being tested in other select industries.


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The changing COVID economy has created these pandemic-proof jobs

Recovery will be slow and uneven, but some careers will have a faster comeback.


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FirstEnergy fights against disclosing more details about alleged HB 6 bribery cases

Case filings and delay of possible nuclear bailout combine to block Ohioans from learning more before voting.

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Ohioans lack bandwidth to participate in economic growth, education, and life during the pandemic

Across the state, a lack of internet access is keeping residents from vital connections to survive.

 


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Cure quarantine fever with trips and activities in the Great Parks of Hamilton County

This year’s events will look a little different, but there are still plenty of safe, outdoor activities to enjoy.


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Education gets complicated: With no library, some students have to postpone graduation

Amy Achenbach was working on her master’s thesis at the University of Akron when the pandemic hit. Now home in Athens, she needs access to specialized books to complete her degree.


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Greenspace, trails, and public art will connect the Uptown Innovation District with the community

The Innovation Greenway will provide recreation and gathering space for community members and tenants while increasing connectivity between developments and surrounding neighborhoods.


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Lightship Capital invests the largest venture capital fund in the Midwest for minority-led startups

The Cincinnati-based company has closed nearly $48 million for a $50 million fund for underrepresented groups seeking investment money.


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Cincinnati City Council authorizes spending $275,000 for three programs focused on reducing violence

The funding comes from $1 million the council included in this year's budget for the "Community Safety Response Program."


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Cintrifuse’s goal is to be the top startup tech hub in the Midwest

CEO Pete Blackshaw says the company is well on its way due to combining key tools needed to drive growth.


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UC and Microsoft partner to develop and attract tech talent to the region

The collaboration will also further the university’s mission to deliver more graduates with 21st century skills for the digital world.


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Ohioans retreat into safe groups, crave post-election unity

Residents express concerns over finding information that they need and trust before the election.


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Southwestern residents unite in concern for country’s future

Increasing divisiveness across party lines has many people concerned about our post-election state.

 


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COVID-era broken hip creates logistical challenges

Cincinnati residents struggle with isolation and medical care during the pandemic.

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Technology helps communities and organizations get the word out about ballot issues

Part of the responsibility of information gathering still lies with the voters — especially in rural areas — but there are people trying to get the information out through as many channels as possible.


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How a neighborhood that said “No” to everything became one that says “Yes”

Ten years ago, Westwood was so divided that community leaders suggested seceding from Cincinnati.


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Always learning, educating for the greater good

One soon-to-be-graduate will be finishing up her studies by student teaching in a virtual classroom.