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The 38th annual Black Family Reunion in Cincinnati is connecting local jobseekers with companies through a career fair. The event brings together community celebration with real opportunities for employment.
An 11-year-old girl with autism was rescued from a dangerous icy gully in Cincinnati after firefighters navigated treacherous terrain to reach her. The quick response from Rescue 9 brought the child home safely to her family.
Cincinnati is creating a one-stop shop for developers and a new department focused on helping residents build wealth. The restructuring aims to fix years of complaints about red tape while keeping all 38 employees in new roles.
Greater Cincinnati high school football players will be honored with scholarships at an upcoming banquet celebrating their hard work and dedication. The National Football Foundation's local chapter continues its tradition of investing in student athletes who excel on and off the field.
Over 1,600 paddlers gathered in Cincinnati to celebrate 25 years of Paddlefest while attempting to break a Guinness World Record. The event supports Adventure Crew, a nonprofit connecting city teens with nature.
Award-winning photographer Madeleine Hordinski created intimate portraits of 41 Holocaust survivors in Cincinnati, pairing them with handwritten testimonies to ensure their stories live on. Many survivors are sharing their experiences publicly for the first time.
University of Cincinnati's 1819 Innovation Hub will host a major AI and robotics summit on May 14, showcasing how intelligent machines are transforming industries while creating jobs in the Midwest. The event brings together startups, Fortune 500 companies, and innovators building robots that safely work alongside humans.
Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati just opened phase one of a new five-story medical building that will bring faster emergency care and advanced surgery to the community. The project marks more than 50 years of partnership between Turner Construction and TriHealth to serve Ohio families.
An alert bystander helped Cincinnati police arrest suspects breaking into vehicles. Their quick thinking turned what could have been another unsolved crime into justice served.
For nearly four decades, Cincinnati has hosted the Midwest Black Family Reunion, a four-day celebration that brings thousands together for unity, resources, and joy. Founded by civil rights icon Dr. Dorothy I. Height, the event proves family and community still matter.
A 21-year-old freestyle skier from Sharonville returned home to Cincinnati this week as an Olympic gold medalist, helping Team USA make history. Connor Curran's mixed team aerials victory contributed to America's record-breaking Winter Olympics performance. #
When a tiny kitten arrived at a Cincinnati shelter with injured back legs, staff built him a custom wheelchair from rulers, zip ties, and toy cars. Little Gelato is already getting stronger thanks to their creative solution.
Twenty volunteers are swapping their comfy beds for concrete floors to spend 24 hours at Cincinnati Animal CARE, raising money for shelter dogs who sometimes wait years for homes. The "Shelter Slumber Pawty" happening April 18 will fund medical care and resources to help animals find families faster.
A group of volunteer "tinkerers" in Cincinnati repairs broken appliances destined for landfills and gives them to families transitioning out of homelessness. In just 18 months, they've fixed nearly 1,400 items without spending a penny on parts.
Paris 2024 gold medalist Connor Curran surprised young athletes at Kids First Sports in Cincinnati, bringing his medal and plenty of inspiration. The Olympic swimmer spent the afternoon sharing his journey and encouraging the next generation.
A Cincinnati yoga instructor drives around neighborhoods offering free sidewalk classes to teenagers and young adults who might never step into a studio. She hands out mats and teaches breathing techniques alongside positive affirmations about safety and self-worth.
After nearly four decades, Cincinnati remains the only city in America still hosting the Black Family Reunion, a weekend celebration that brings together thousands each August. This year's theme celebrates resilience as the event welcomes families of all backgrounds to join the tradition.
A Cincinnati medical respite center that cares for homeless people leaving hospitals is expanding to serve more clients. The organization needs volunteers and donations to renovate a new building and provide enriched healthcare services.
When flash floods trapped dozens of people in cars and homes, Cincinnati firefighters deployed rescue boats and saved over 40 lives in one night. Their morning training session turned out to be perfectly timed for the emergency ahead.
When an autistic girl stood dangerously close to icy water in a steep gully, Cincinnati firefighters crafted a careful rescue plan with her father that brought her home safely. Their patience and teamwork turned a terrifying moment into a joyous reunion.
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