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A Mount Auburn hillside once filled with demolished homes is now a thriving community garden, thanks to volunteers keeping one neighbor's 25-year vision alive. WLWT crews joined the spring cleanup to honor Kay Schwartz's legacy.
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.
Krista Powers completed her breast cancer recovery with restorative 3-D tattooing that recreated her areola after surgery. The simple procedure helped the Cincinnati survivor reclaim an important part of herself.
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.
Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson surprised manager Terry Francona with custom swim trunks featuring a young photo of Francona's face. The beloved skipper's shocked reaction has become the feel-good moment of the baseball season.
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.
Eugenio Suárez crushed a three-run home run in his return to the Cincinnati Reds, delivering the only runs needed to win their opening series. After struggling through two games with five strikeouts, the veteran slugger proved exactly why the team brought him back.
Cincinnati native and Olympic swimming champion Alex Curran is bringing his gold medal home in the best way possible. The local hero will deliver the ceremonial game ball on Opening Day at Great American Ball Park.
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.
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.
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. #
FC Cincinnati just made soccer history with a jaw-dropping 13-0 aggregate win in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, the largest margin of victory the tournament has ever seen. The dominant performance propels the hometown team into an exciting showdown with Mexican powerhouse Tigres UANL.
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.
Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati turned Valentine's Day into something special for parents who couldn't leave their newborns' sides. The hospital hosted a five-star date night right in the NICU, bringing joy to families facing their toughest days.
An 11-year-old girl with autism was rescued from a narrow ledge above icy water after Cincinnati firefighters calmed her fears by singing her favorite song. The 20-minute rescue ended with a joyful reunion that reminded first responders why they train so hard.
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.
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.
A new $3.5 million study is exploring safer alternatives to antidepressants for young people struggling with depression. University of Cincinnati researchers are testing dietary supplements and mindfulness therapy that could offer relief without risky side effects.
University of Cincinnati researchers created an AI system that diagnoses substance use disorder with up to 83% accuracy, potentially speeding up treatment for millions. The low-cost technology could remove barriers to care and improve health equity.
University of Cincinnati researchers developed an AI that can predict substance use disorder with up to 83% accuracy using just a simple picture rating task on a smartphone. The breakthrough could help patients get treatment faster by overcoming the biggest barrier: denial and stigma.
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