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October, 2008

10/01

New Shops Open In OTR's 'Gateway' Quarter
Several new businesses have opened shop in the area known as the Gateway Quarter.

Soap Box Derby Teams Bengals With Ronald McDonald House
When the soap box derby careens down Mount Adams, watch out for the rolling football Saturday.

Emergency Food Stamps Available In SE Indiana
Victims of severe weather last month in three southern Indiana counties may be eligible for emergency food stamps.

Bush Signs Sprawling Spending Bill
The measure also lifts a quarter-century ban on oil drilling off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.

Health Rules Issued For Nuke Dump In Nevada
The government last June asked the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a license to build the underground dump 90 miles from Las Vegas.

Palin Says She Represents 'Joe Six-pack'
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin portrayed herself Tuesday as a champion of everyday people while noting her family's stock portfolio took a $20,000 hit last week.

Debate Offers Palin, Biden High Risks, Big Rewards
Palin's performance against Biden could restore her initial luster or seriously weaken the GOP ticket.

Lobbyists Working For House OK Of Bailout Bill
Business lobbyists are banding together to pressure lawmakers into reversing this week's rejection of a $700 billion bailout bill for the financial industry.

Wal-Mart Slashing Toy Prices
The nation's largest retailer announced today it is dropping toy prices.

Teen Injured On Park Ride Undergoing More Surgery
Girl who lost one foot and had the other reattached following an accident at Kentucky Kingdom is undergoing more surgery

Dunkin' Donuts Offering Lattes Under $1
The donut chain is starting a new promotion to help ease the pain on your wallet today.

Fire Rips Through Turtlecreek Township Home
A home in Turtlecreek Township suffered extensive damage Wednesday morning after a serious fire.

Carnival Worker Charged With Possessing Child Porn
Detectives say an investigation revealed David Amrhein downloaded numerous pictures and videos of young boys in sex acts.

Obama Still in Front in New Ohio Poll
College poll also show support waning for Sarah Palin

Help Coming for Ohio Homeowners
Ohio law change could help Ohioans keep more assets, even homes.

Miliary Personnel Participate in Early Voting
Indiana exec one of repreentatives who travelled overseas to witness voting.

Local Church Hosting Pet Blessing Wednesday Morning
St. Ursula Villa blessing pets of 3rd Grade Students.

Lunsford-McConnell Debate Now Off
No TV debate for Kentucky US Senate Seat

Security Guard Accused Of Stealing Money Bag
A man paid to work security for a local Wal-Mart store is accused of ripping that same store off.

Lucy the Bearcat Adopted by UC Advisors
Group knew they wanted to adopt an animal, but a blind draw gave them their own school mascot.

13 Booster Seats Receive Poor Ratings
Warning that 13 of 41 booster seats are not safe and cannot be recommended by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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Warren Co. Deputy Injured In Morning Crash
The deputy was traveling south on State Route 48 when a pickup truck pulled out in front of him.

Fire Forces Evacuation At Franklin High School
The fire department says a fire started in the boiler room of the high school around 10 a.m.

More Surgery For KY Girl After Theme Park Accident
She lost one foot and had the other reattached following an accident at Kentucky Kingdom.

Stocks Fluctuate On Wall Street
The financial markets remain under pressure as investors await further word on the fate of the rescue package in Washington.

Tropical Storm Marie Forms Over The Pacific
Marie became a tropical storm Wednesday morning and was centered 575 miles southwest of the southern tip of the peninsula.

Elm Street Health Center Reopens Today
The Elm Street Health Center located in the 1000 block is now open and all patient visits will resume as scheduled.

Ky. AG seeks to block inmate early release program
Kentucky's attorney general has sued the state seeking to block the General Assembly's cost-saving plan to release some inmates and parolees early.

Problems Found At Most Ky. Nursing Homes
Even though 88 percent of nursing homes had problems, the national average was 92 percent.

Corryville Murder Suspect Behind Bars
Investigators say Rajiv Walton shot and killed Robert Lane on Tuesday afternoon.

Drug Free Alliance Holds Rally To Maintain Drinking Age
In August, college presidents from 100 schools across the country say they want lawmakers to lower the driking age from 21 to 18.

McCain Campaign Bus Rolls Out Of Blue Ash
On board to lend support to the republican campaign were former Bengal Anthony Munoz and his former coach, Sam Wyche.

Ford's US Sales Drop 34.6 Percent In September
Industry analysts are predicting another down month for U.S. sales despite strong incentives from automakers.

Our Mother Of Sorrows Parish To Close
Cincinnati Archbishop Daniel E. Pilarczyk approved the closure of because of changing demographics.

N.Ky. Woman Tests Positive For West Nile
The Northern Kentucky Health Department is urging residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of West Nile virus after a Kenton County woman tested positive.

Cincinnati Council May Approve Incentives For Green Roofs
Supporters of the idea want to see Cincinnati become a leader in the green roof movement.

Yum Brands Adding Calories To Menu Boards
Yum Brands Restaurants will feature calories on menu boards.

No More Plastic Or Paper Bags At IKEA
IKEA says customers have welcomed the opportunity to find new ways to be environmentally responsible, adding that 92-percent said no more plastic bags.

Possible Clues In Steve Fossett's Disappearance
A hiker in rugged eastern California found an ID and other items possibly belonging to Steve Fossett, the adventurer missing more than a year since going on a pleasure flight.

Dry Conditions Mean Tough Rules In Warren Co.
A no open burn order has been issued in parts of the county.

Local Soldier Seriously Injured
Sgt. Kurtis Dellicker of Burlington is recovering in D.C., after an attack in Afghanistan.

Water Main Break Causes Road To Collapse In Goshen Twp.
The water main break is causing problems in the 1500 block of Fay Road.

Local Whole Foods Market Host Halloween Event
Customers and their kids will be able to sample some of their favorite foods on Thursday, October 23 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Driving In Votes
Getting a free ride to register and vote.

City Gets Funding To Cope With Foreclosure Crisis
HUD awards Cincinnati $8.3 million to buy and repair foreclosed homes.

Stocks Give Back Portions Of Tuesday's Gains
The Dow slipped nearly 20 points, the S&P 500 dropped 5 points, and the Nasdaq composite dropped more than 22 points.

Local Fire Department Honors Fallen Firefighter
The fire department will participate in the 2008 Light the Night Walk to commemorate firefighter and EMT specialist Christopher A. Wisner.

Read The Complete Interview With The Slabys
Get all of the details from Julie O'Neill's interview.

Brenda Slaby Speaks Publicly For First Time Since Daughter's Death
The Symmes Township mother who accidentally left her 2-year-old daughter in a hot car last year has more to say to her local community.

Brenda Slaby Talks About Jodie Edwards Case
She told her story on Oprah Wednesday and granted just one other interview to 9News' Julie O'Neil.

Trucks Diverted From Cracked I-275 Bridge
Diversion from Combs-Hehl Bridge dubbed precautionary after an inspection found a cracked steel plate.

Coroner Completes Widmer Autopsy Report
Attorneys will soon have the paperwork they need to prepare for the trial.

Middletown Man Indicted For Rape & Child Porn
Middletown man faces rape and child porn charges.

Extreme Makeover Aids Awareness Of Crohn's Disease
Family hopes Extreme Makeover Home Edition helps more people understand Crohn's disease.

Teen Charged As Adult In August Murder Case
A teenager will face charges as an adult for a murder in August.

Senate Sends Rail Safety Bill To Bush
Senate passes a wide-ranging rail safety bill in aftermath of recent deadly train collision in Los Angeles.

Senate Approves US-India Nuclear Trade Deal
The Senate has voted to overturn a three-decade ban on atomic trade with India.

Bailout Passes Senate, House Foes Soften
Senators loaded the economic rescue bill with tax breaks and other sweeteners before passing it by a wide margin, 74-25.

Palin, In Interview, Casts Herself As A Federalist
When it comes to the Supreme Court, only one case comes to Sarah Palin's mind: Roe v. Wade.

9News Interview: Slaby Family's Tragedy Revealed
Her story gripped the Tri-state with shock, with sadness - and in some cases - anger.

I-275 Bridge Plate Faulty, EB Truck Traffic Banned
Eastbound truck traffic temporarily halted from crossing I-275 Combs-Hehl bridge.

Man Shot In Bond Hill, Drives To Walnut Hills
Police searching for suspects who shot a man three times Wednesday night.

10/02

SB I-71 Ramp To I-71/75 At Brent Spence Re-opened
The ramp from southbound I-71 to southbound I-71/75 at the Brent Spence bridge was temporarily shut down overnight due to an accident.

Baron Hill, Mike Sodrel Agree To 9th District Debate
The Hill-Sodrel election matchup has been fiercely contested, with Hill winning in 2002 and 2006 and Sodrel in 2004.

Estimates Show Palin Assets Top $1 Million
A more complete picture will come when Sarah Palin outlines her personal finances in federal paperwork in coming days.

Fact Check: Biden Spins A Helicopter Tale
Though Biden never said his helicopter was shot at in Afghanistan, last year he asserted that he was "shot at" in Iraq.

Obama, McCain Vote For Bailout Bill
Both left the campaign trail Wednesday and returned to Washington to vote on the historic $700 billion bailout.

'Mr. Clean' Dies
The original Mr. Clean, with his bald head and hoop earring, has died.

Kentucky Horse Racing Commission Conducting National Search
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has tapped the top racing veterinarian in Kansas to serve the same role in Kentucky on an interim basis.

Marilyn Monroe Photos Were Found In Trash
A lawyer for two photography professionals says seven nude and seminude Marilyn Monroe photos that are the subject of a lawsuit in New York were found in curbside garbage nearly 35 years ago.

Some Students In Boone County Put On Their Walking Shoes
Gray Middle School students hold walk-a-thon to raise funds.

Actor Matt Damon Asks Ohio To Vote
Actor Matt Damon recorded an automated call for the Ohio Democratic Party that asks people to take advantage of a window during which new voters can register and cast an absentee ballot in one visit.

Powerball Jackpot Continues To Grow
The Powerball prize goes to an estimated $20 million for Saturday's lottery drawing.

Ohio Co. Creates Sarah Palin Hunting Bow
"Sarah-Cuda" bow geared toward women, and benefits charity.

Alcohol, Speed Blamed For Fatal Crash
The sheriff's office says Tina Hayes was killed when the SUV she was riding in lost control and crashed into a Colerain Township church.

UK Player Says He's Not Guilty of Stalking
Suspended football safety Ashton Cobb now wants back on the team.

Update: Woman Injured In Clermont Co. Accident
A woman was taken to hospital by medical helicopter in Tate Township.

City Worker Accused Of Buying Drugs While Working
A City of Cincinnati employee was buying marijuana while on the clock Wednesday afternoon, police say.

New Oh. Jobs, Economic Growth are 'Highest Priority'
Gov. Ted Strickland creates new cabinet to tackle tough issues.

Wait Before You Brew: Coffee Recall
Coffee mix recall affects Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Cops Say Mom Left Handicapped Kids At Hotel
The mother of several severely handicapped children is facing charges after allegedly leaving them alone in a hotel room.

New Funding Will Help Local Homeowners Go Green
Cincinnati city council encouraging businesses and homeowners to put vegetation on their roofs.

Dad Charged After Daughter Is Allegedly Assaulted By Older Children
A man who allegedly fell asleep while his baby daughter was being abused by older children has been charged.

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Stocks Open Lower After Unemployment Numbers
Investors are viewing the increase as evidence that the economy continues to weaken due to the credit crisis.

Arrest Made After Repo Man Assault
A Walnut Hills man took great exception to a repo man coming to his home and taking his van, police say.

Truck Slams Into Covington Home
The pickup truck, reportedly traveling at an excessive speed, failed to make the turn, hit the curb and then went airborne before slamming into a house.

Sheriff: Search Teams Find Fossett Wreckage
A Madera County sheriff says search teams have confirmed that wreckage found in the rugged eastern mountains of California is that of missing adventurer Steve Fossett's airplane.

Fundraiser Today For Local Soldier's Family
A Northern Kentucky Company is hosting a luncheon Thursday to help out a local family in need.

Economic Outlook: Temporary, Seasonal Jobs
Work a seasonal job for cash.

Stocks Prices Down After Unemployment Numbers
Stocks are seeing more declines after downbeat economic news.

Senate Passes Railroad Safety Bill
Aside from the financial relief bill, senators also passed a bill for better railroad safety.

Toasters Sold At Wal-Mart Being Recalled
You could have more than burned toast on your hands.

McCain, Palin Supporters Host Debate Watching Parties
Debate watching parties will take place across the state of Ohio for the Vice Presidential Debate Thursday night.

Fire Continues To Burn At Kentucky Park
A fire in the Daniel Boone National Forest continues to smolder four days after it was reported.

Tri-State Students Inspired By Anthony Munoz
Munoz recruited fellow former Bengal Cris Collinsworth and others to inspire students to get involved in school and in their communities.

Two Killed In Columbus Bus Accident
A school bus accident in Columbus has claimed two lives Thursday morning.

Local Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs Inducted Into Business Hall Of Fame
The 2008 class of inductees includes leaders from Graeter's, P & G, and Bill Burleigh from the E.W. Scripps Company.

Agents Raid Pa. Kennel, Find Hundreds Of Animals
Agents raided a kennel and discovered hundreds of animals crowded together in foul-smelling conditions and dozens of animal corpses in a freezer, authorities said.

Colleges Scramble As Investment Fund Is Frozen
An investment fund that serves about 1,000 colleges and private schools partially froze withdrawals this week amid the credit crunch.

UC QB A Game-Time Decision At Marshall
Injuries have cost the Bearcats (3-1) their starting and backup quarterbacks, so coach Brian Kelly must give redshirt freshmen Zach Collaros or Chazz Anderson their first college start on Friday night at Marshall (3-2).

Bush: People 'Are Watching' House Vote
President Bush argued that the crisis in the financial markets "has gone way beyond New York and Wall Street."

Ohio Boy Admits Bringing Home Gun Used In Shooting
A 14-year-old Cleveland boy has admitted bringing home a gun that his younger brother fired, killing their 11-year-old sister.

Inspectors Return To I-275 Bridge
Trucks diverted from eastbound I-275 due to crack in steel splice plate.

Illegal Immigration Declines With Economy, Enforcement
The Washington think tank estimates there were 11.9 million illegal immigrants in the country this past spring. That's down a-half million from a year ago.

Inmates In Juvenile Correctional Facilities Get Voting Rights
The Ohio Justice and Policy Center will be registering 400 young adults serving time in juvenile correctional facilities throughout Ohio.

Jobless Claims Remain At Seven-Year High
The Labor Department reported Thursday that initial claims for jobless benefits increased by 1,000 to a seasonally adjusted 497,000.

N.Ky. Teacher Named Teacher Of The Year
River Ridge Elementary teacher surprised with award.

Honda Completes Expansion Of Ohio Engine Plant
Honda Motor Company says it has completed a $138 million expansion of its engine plant in the western Ohio village of Anna.

Fabric From RCA Dome Roof To Be Used In Parks
City officials say tons of fabric that once spanned the roof of the old stadium will be used by Indianapolis parks for umbrellas at city pools or as shelter covers in parks.

Governor Requests Federal Aid For 10 Additional Counties
Governor Mitch Daniels is requesting more federal funding for 10 counties that experience severe weather damage after September 12.

Stocks Decline On Unemployment, Factory Reports
Wall Street has suffered another huge drop amid growing fears that the government's financial rescue plan might not be enough to ward off a recession.

Local Soldier Stabbed To Death In North Carolina
Sgt. Christina E. Smith, of Mount Orab, died after she was stabbed Tuesday.

Akers 'Extreme Makeover' Episode Airs Sunday
Tri-State families will gather to watch as a local family is featured in ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."

911 Emergency Texting For Hearing Impaired
Police have a new plan to help Deaf and hearing impaired people in emergencies.

Absentee Ballots Set Record In Hamilton Co.
The Board of Elections was hoping at least 100,000 voters would request and vote by absentee ballot this year.

Butler Co. Dedicates New Administration Center
Commissioners said the new building will provide the Board of Elections with a more safe and secure environment.

Friends Raising Money For Family Of Injured Soldier
Army Sergeant Kurtis Dellicker was injured during a fire-fight on Sunday.

UC Libraries Welcome Donation And New Name
Mark and Rosemary Schlachter donated a $ 1 million gift to name and endow the Robert A. Deshon and Karl J. Schlachter Library.

I-Team Update: DHL Fallout
Workshop will help small business owners facing financial ruin if DHL leaves Wilmington in a deal with UPS.

Dropping Economy Equals More Interest In Education
With our nation's economic future unknown, people are looking for ways to secure their future.

Farmland Preservation Summit Addresses Issues
The goal of protecting farmland takes center stage at Ohio State University this week.

Strickland Creates New Economic Growth Cabinet
Gov. Ted Strickland has created a new state cabinet to create jobs and increase economic growth in Ohio.

City Can No Longer Inspect Nursing Homes
Cincinnati's health department no longer has the authority to license and inspect nursing homes.

UPDATE: Reaction To 9News' Brenda Slaby Interview
The interview was not only emotional, but also brought out emotions in many viewers who shared those emotions in comments left online.

McCain Campaign Writes Off Michigan
With polls showing Obama leading comfortably, McCain's campaign confirmed it was pulling staff and advertising out of the economically distressed Michigan

Some Facts Adrift In Veep Debate
Facts went adrift on taxes, deregulation and more Thursday when Republican Sarah Palin and Democrat Joe Biden clashed in the vice presidential debate.

Palin Stands Her Ground In VP Debate With Biden
The two running mates debated for 90 minutes, their only encounter of a campaign with little more than one month to go.

Man Charged In Weekend Hit/Skip
New details have been released on a serious accident in Covington last weekend.

Six Inducted Into Business Hall Of Fame
The Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Business Hall of Fame inducted six people Thursday night.

Local Soldier Stabbed To Death Near Fort Bragg
Police say she was stabbed to death as she walked with her husband near their Fayetteville, N.C. home.

Driver In Covington Crash Critically Injured
Police say he was speeding, hit a telephone poll, two parked cars and finally a house.

10/03

Judge Refuses To Block Alaska Troopergate Probe
The ruling was released minutes before Gov. Sarah Palin and Sen. Joe Biden faced off in a debate in St. Louis Thursday night.

Local Debate Watch Parties Cheer Candidates On
Local Republicans and Democrats held debate watch parties for the one & only 2008 vice presidential debate.

Bailout Hopes Rise As More 'No' Votes Switch
A wave of House converts jumped aboard the $700 billion financial industry bailout Thursday on the eve of a make-or-break second vote.

Broadway Lights To Be Dimmed For Paul Newman
The lights of Broadway will be dimmed Friday night in memory of one of entertainment's brightest lights. It's for Paul Newman, who died a week ago.

Helio Castroneves Indicted For Tax Evasion And Fraud
Helio Castroneves Indicted For Tax Evasion And Fraud

Suspect Named In Boone Co. Stabbing
The sheriff's office is looking for Jay Clark after a mother and son were stabbed early Friday morning.

Tina Turner Touring Again
Tina Turner launched her tour Wednesday in Kansas City, her first tour in eight years.

Kingston Trio Member Dies
Nick Reynolds of The Kingston Trio has died.

Boy Breaks Into Zoo, Feeds Animals To Crocodile
Zoo officials in Australia are planning to sue the parents of a 7-year-old boy who broke into a popular Outback zoo and fed animals to a giant crocodile.

Last Call For Fish At Walton School
St. Joseph's Academy holding final fall fish fry Friday night.

Fountain Square Going Pink Today
You've heard of going green, but now Fountain Square is going pink.

Police Find Marijuana Growing In Home, Make Arrest
Elmwood Place Police discovered the marijuana in a home on Poplar Street early Friday morning.

Harry Connick, Junior Bringing Holiday Show To Town
Harry Connick, Junior will bring holiday show to Cincinnati.

KB Toys Slashes Prices on 200 Toys
The toystore is slashing prices three months before Christmas

McCain Sets Sights on Indiana
Republican contender shifts midwest focus south, after pulling ads from Michigan.

Want to Vote Nov. 4? Better Register Soon
One month window ends for potential Tri-state voters on Monday.

Changes In Store For Zoo's Eagle Exhibit
Ohio Fraternal Order Of Eagle paying for upgrades at the exhibit in the Cincinnati Zoo.

Bluegrass Legend Lends Obama Support
Ralph Stanley featured in Obama radio ads.

Tri-State Reps. Reveal Bailout Votes
Senate-approved bailout bill could be voted on by House - again - today.

More Tickets Available for Bearcat Fans
Newly released sideline seating available for four home games.

'YES' Tickets Go On Sale Friday
YES bringing latest tour to Tri-State- tickets on sale Friday.

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Arrests Made In Mt. Orab Soldier's Murder
Two people, including Sgt. Christina Smith's husband have been charged with her murder.

The Vice Presidential Contenders Debate, The Pundits Weigh In
9News political analysts Paul Hackett and Phil Heimlich are talking about who and what scored points and who and what didn't.

Firefighters Contain Early Morning Fire In Deerfield Township
Crews were called to the scene at 2000 block of Hollyhock around 4:15 a.m. and put the flames out within five minutes.

Stocks Point Higher On Wells Fargo, Wachovia Deal
Investors also appeared anxious ahead of an expected House vote on the government's $700 billion financial rescue plan.

Wells Fargo Acquiring Wachovia For $15.1 Billion
The deal, announced Friday, comes amid a turbulent time for banks and financial firms as they grapple with the ongoing credit crisis.

Covington Boy Gets Wish Of A Lifetime
The 9-year-old boy, who is battling Muscular Dystrophy, is on route to Disney World.

Charges Dropped Against Nursing Home Owner
The owner of a Price Hill Nursing Home that closed last month returned to court Friday.

20 Days & 20 Nights Of Tri-State Art
The festival kicks off the arts and culture season with some free events.

Officials Hold Small Business Training In Wilmington
Close to 60 small business owners showed up to Southern State Community College Friday morning.

House Passes Financial Rescue Bill
President Bush says he will quickly sign the massive $700 billion bailout bill for the financial industry into law, applauding Congress for clearing the measure.

Residents Return After Pipeline Spill
More than 256,000 gallon of crude oil spilled after pipeline hit by contract worker.

Preparations Underway For Extreme Makeover Viewing
The Akers are members of the Liberty Township church and the family has invited the community to watch the show with them at the church Sunday night.

NAACP Says Hamilton County Is Not Applying Law Equally
Group wants to know why Westwood father is facing charges, when Slaby and Edwards are not.

Bush Signs $700 Billion Bailout Bill
The president said he believes in a free-market system and that the government should intervene 'only when necessary.'

Speed Limit To Decrease On Fowler Creek Road
Many accidents have taken place on the Independence road over the past few years.

Tri-State Fight Posted On You Tube, Police Reacts
A violent assault in Reading was captured on You Tube and now officials are working to narrow in on a suspect.

How Local Representatives Voted On The Bailout Bill
Four representatives voted against the bill while two voted for it.

CVG's Robert Holscher Dies
The airport's top executive died Friday morning at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. He was 68.

United Way Campaign Reaches More Than Half Its Goal
As the campaign enters its final month, United Way of Greater Cincinnati has raised already more than $35 million of its $63 million goal.

Stocks Still Fall After Approval Of Bailout Plan
Stocks turned lower and credit markets remained stressed after President Bush signed the $700 billion financial rescue legislation.

Economic Downturn Hurting Hamilton County Budget
Hamilton County now checks revenue and costs almost every week with economy expected to get even tighter through 2009.

Voters Hear Middle Class Sympathy From VP Candidates
Voters tell 9News they like hearing VP candidates talk about middle class struggles. But talk doesn't always earn new votes.

International Plant To Close Mason Plant
More than 100 people will lose their jobs at the plant.

Bush Pivots Quickly From Bailout To Fundraising
It took President Bush just 28 minutes to pivot from the nation's economic mess to making up for lost time on the political fundraising circuit.

Jury Convicts Man In Hamilton Woman's Death
A jury has convicted a man of killing a Hamilton woman and leaving her body in an alley.

Man Facing Rape, Child Porn Charges Back In Jail
Middletown man was out on bond for three counts of rape and 22 counts of child porn.

Miami U. Reports More Students Apply For Financial Aid
More students are also asking for extra aid because of a change in their family's financial situation.

Man Shot Outside Roselawn McDonald's
Police say the victim was shot in the leg and walked into the restaurant for help.

Ohio University Switching To Semesters
The school's trustees approved the change Friday, but say it won't happen until the fall of 2012.

Driver's License Suspended At Time Of Deadly Crash
Investigators also say alcohol was a factor in the crash.

Bearcats Look Ready For Big East
New quarterback? No problem for UC and Coach Brian Kelly. Chazz snazzy in 33-10 win.

Mason Paper Company Closing
More than 100 employees will lose their jobs as International Paper closes.

Contractors Accidentally Strike Oil Pipeline
By Friday night 96,000 gallons had been recovered from an area near Boone County's Gunpowder Creek.

10/04

Palin Tax Returns For 2006 And 2007 Released
On federal financial disclosure forms, also released Friday, Palin and her husband listed assets worth from $960,000 to $2.3 million.

Jury Finds O.J. Simpson Guilty On All Charges
The verdict comes 13 years to the day after Simpson was acquitted of killing his ex-wife.

Apartment Building Catches Fire In Pleasant Ridge
Several families escaped flames after an apartment building caught fire in Pleasant Ridge.

Stabbing Outside Bar In Lower Price Hill
A man in Lower Price Hill was stabbed six times.

Car, Garbage Truck Collide In Springfield Twp.
Rescue crews worked over an hour to free a man from his car after a serious crash.

Ohio Attorney General's Office Pursuing A Class Action Complaint
The Ohio attorney general's office is pursuing a class action complaint for the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System, the State Teachers Retirement System and the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund.

Aurora Farmer's Market Celebrates 100 Years
Aurora Farmers Fair runs from 9:30 until 11 Saturday. Admission is free.

Walk For Farm Animals
The Walk for Farm Animals trotted off at noon on Saturday.

Winning Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Michigan
A single ticket sold in Michigan has matched the winning numbers for the $42 million multi-state Mega Millions lottery jackpot.

Analysis Says Ohio Casino Revenue Figures Vague
The study by the state's taxation and budget offices says the casino in Clinton County could provide up to $232 million annually in extra tax revenue.

House Fire In Sycamore Township
House fire reported in Sycamore Township.

Krohn Conservatory Featuring Bonsai Trees
The world's oldest type of container gardening is on display at the Krohn Conservatory this weekend.

Warren County Expects To Exceed Election Budget
Elections officials in Montgomery, Greene, Miami and Warren counties in southwest Ohio all expect to exceed their election budgets.

Girl Who Lost Foot At Amusement Park Has More Surgery
Kaitlyn Lasitter had surgery in to repair a plate connecting her reattached foot to her leg.

Liquor Retailer Stops Buying From Some Wineries
A consultant for the Food with Wine Coalition, said a bill to change that is in the works.

Northern Kentucky Church Holds Pet Blessing
Pastor of Mary Queen of Heaven Church in Erlanger organized a blessing for family pets.

Push To Register Felons To Vote
Kentucky and Virginia are the only two states that permanently bar felons from voting, although the governors of those states can restore voting rights to individuals.

Bengals Add Chris Henry; Release Watson
Bengals add Chris Henry to roster and release Kenny Watson.

Woman Charged For Stealing From Ky. Mayor
Police say a cleaning woman was charged with stealing documents from the mayor's office in Burgin, Ky.

Tenn. Students Become Sick On Field Trip
Some students in Knoxville Tennesse are recovering after becoming sick while on a field trip Friday morning.

Iraq Chopper Collision Kills One
UH-60 Black Hawks crashed just before 9 p.m. local time in a northern section of the capital.

Loud Stereo Leads To Arrest
Cincinnati Police say they asked Deonte Hicks to turn down his stereo, but he turned it up.

Couple Arrested After Allegedly Beating Teen
John Hamilton and Deborah Cromer are charged after police say they hit a teenaged girl with a tree branch and a belt.

Barney Frank Addresses Private Group Downtown
With the details of a federal recovery plan emerging, the package is quickly becoming the center of political debate.

One Dead, One Injured In Mt. Airy Shooting
Cincinnati police are searching for a vehicle they believe to be involved in the homicide.

Red Bull Soapbox Derby In Mt. Adams
39 teams from around the country came out to the event, and the results are in.

Evanston Homebuyers Event A Hit
The Urban Homebuyers Extravaganza in Evanston brought a big crowd.

10/05

Fatal Accident In Clermont County
Two medical helicopters were called to a Clermont County accident scene.

'The Boss' To Rock Columbus
Bruce Springsteen will perform Sunday on the Ohio State University campus.

One Winning Powerball Ticket Sold
One lucky ticket in Pennsylvania matched all 6 numbers Saturday evening and walked away with the $20 million Powerball jackpot.

Lights Out During Football Game
The Tarheels were playing U-Conn when a bank of lights at the top of the stadium went out.

Hyde Park Art Show Features 200 Artists
The largest one day art show returned to Greater Cincinnati for the 42nd year.

Anthony Munoz Hosts 'All Pro Dads' Event At P.B.S.
More than a thousand fathers and sons bonded Saturday at Paul Brown Stadium.

Lockland Apartments Damaged By Fire
Firefighters responded to a two-alarm fire in Lockland Sunday afternoon.

Man Arrested For Video Game Slaying
A man sought in Alabama for a slaying during an argument over a video game has been captured in Kentucky.

Houston's Schaub Sick, Won't Start Against Colts
Houston Texans' quarterback Matt Schaub spent the night in the hospital with an illness and won't start Sunday against Indianapolis.

New Blues Museum Is A Tribute To B.B. King
Delta museum is a tribute to bluesman B.B. King

Voter Registration Deadline Nears In Kentucky
Kentucky man on a mission -- to register as many people to vote in November's presidential election.

Columbus Dispatch Endorses 'No' On Issue 6 For Casino
The Columbus Dispatch has endorsed a "No" vote on a proposal to put a casino in southwest Ohio.

New Firm To Handle Exhibits At Corvette Museum
A company from Florida has been selected to do design work for a south central Kentucky icon.

Ohio Treasurer Returns Political Donation
Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray said he will return a $10,000 political contribution after a newspaper questioned if it was linked to a state contract his office administered.

'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' Barking Up Right Tree
The movie is number one at weekend box offices.

Sellers Host Open Houses For Super Sunday
Cincinnati Realtors hosted 2,200 open houses to give local market a boost.

Police Investigate West End Double Shooting
The suspect in the crime is still on the run.

Mt. Airy Homicide Victim Identified
Charles Woods was killed after he was shot inside a vehicle Saturday evening.

Fatal Collision Leads To Husband's Arrest
Police say the vehicle went airborne across Roberts Road early Sunday morning.

Life Chain Sunday Marked By Pro-Life Advocates
Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati marked "National Life Chain Sunday" with silent protests in the Tri-State.

Oil Pipeline Repaired In Boone Co.
Officials say about 4,500 barrels of crude oil have been recovered from the spill.

Cowboys Nearly Blow Lead, Hold Off Bengals
Carson Palmer returned after missing a game with a sore elbow and was 23-of-39 for 217 yards with two touchdown passes to T.J. Houshmandzadeh.

Simpson Jury: We Didn't Need Witnesses To Convict
The 61-year-old Simpson was convicted Friday of charges stemming from a hotel room last year.

Voter Registration Closes Monday
Democrats, Republicans and celebrities like Cuba Gooding Jr. were busy the night before the deadline.

Akers Family on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Hundreds watch the national broadcast with the Akers family at Liberty Township church.

10/06

First Carvel Ice Cream Store Closes
The original Carvel ice cream store just north of New York City served its last cone last night.

When Times Get Tough, Get Loan From Library
Officials in Ontario, California, report library visits were up by seven percent in the fiscal year that ended July 30th.

Parking Promotion Announced To Help Feed Hungry
Airport Fast Park is offering customers a chance to save as much as $3 off parking at its airport location.

Man Can't Seem To Sell Elvis Presley Museum
Man puts Elvis Presley Museum up for sale on e-Bay.

Big and Rich Record New DVD In Ohio
Starting tomorrow, fans of Big and Rich will be able to bring some of those performances home with them.

President Bush Coming to Cincinnati to Talk About Judges
Traffic along I-71/75 into and out of Downtown Cincinnati will be delayed Monday afternoon as President Bush arrives to talk about his judical appointments

Indiana College Freshman Found Dead
Authorities say a Wabash College freshman was found dead in his fraternity house.

Manhunt Underway In Kentucky For Deputy Sheriff
A manhunt is underway in south-central Kentucky for a Simpson County deputy sheriff sought in the fatal shooting of his former girlfriend.

Kentucky Forest Fire Contained
Authorities in central Kentucky say a fire that burned more than 150 acres in Daniel Boone National Forest has been contained.

Pope: Financial Crisis Shows Futility Of Money
Pope Benedict XVI says the global financial crisis shows the futility of money and ambition.

Ohio Gas Prices Down
With oil prices in a downward spiral, the cost of gasoline in Ohio has dropped to levels not seen since the spring.

Hundreds Of Appeals On The Table For Supreme Court
Supreme Court begins new session today.

One Person Arrested In Fairfield Crash
One person has been arrested following a car crash Monday morning.

Suspected 'Hamburglars' Arrested After Heist
Cincinnati Police say they caught three suspected "hamburglars" early Monday morning after a burglary at a local McDonald's franchise.

Police: Man Was Drunk, Swinging Sword
Officers say Darren Hardy, 43, was intoxicated and causing alarm to others.

Video Of Alleged Cell Phone Sex Leads To Arrest
A teenager has been arrested after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old girl that he captured on his cell phone.

FBI File Details Knievel's Dark Side
According to documents obtained by The Associated Press, the federal government came close to charging Evel Knievel, who in turn threatened to sue the FBI for alleging he was connected to a crime syndicate.

From Hospital To Jail, Crash Suspect Arrested
As soon as a man was released from University Hospital, he was taken to jail after a deadly wreck in Colerain Township last week that deputies say was caused by speed and alcohol.

Poll Shows Support For Ohio Casino Proposal
The Columbus Dispatch reports that 50 percent of likely Ohio voters support a ballot measure to allow a $600 million casino resort near Wilmington.

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Troubled Nursing Home Has License Revoked
There's more trouble ahead for that East Price Hill nursing home/residential care facility that was raided by Cincinnati Police this past spring.

President Bush To Speak In Cincinnati Today
Although the economy has been the big headline recently, President Bush will be in Cincinnati Monday afternoon to talk about something else, his judicial appointments.

Local Woman Honored By President Bush For Volunteer Services
Nancy Arnold, an administrative assistant at the Knowledge Works Foundation received the President's Volunteer Service Award Monday afternoon.

President Bush Says Financial Rescue Plan Will Take Some Time
As global markets plunged, President Bush on Monday said 'it's going to take awhile' for the government's $700 billion financial rescue plan to bolster the troubled U.S. economy.

Democrats Leading The Pack In Fundraising
Democrats are outraising Republicans in three key congressional districts, fueling the party's hope that it can continue a victory wave that began in 2006.

Officials Hold Meeting On HDTV Conversion Concerns
In the Cincinnati television market, more than a third of the television households have done nothing for the impending deadline and about two thirds are completely ready.

Symmes Township Hosts Safety Day Today
Safety services are provided by Loveland-Symmes Fire Department and the Hamilton County Sheriffs Department.

Paulson Picks Interim Head For Rescue Effort
Neel Kashkari, the Treasury's assistant secretary for international affairs, was selected Monday to be the interim head of Treasury's new Office of Financial Stability.

Turnout A Bit Light In Ohio Early Voting Window
Early returns show about 3,000 voters in Ohio's four largest counties took advantage of the disputed policy, a surprisingly low turnout to some elections officials.

Family Finds Pet Dog Shot Dead In Backyard
Monroe Police said the lab/chow mix was shot early Sunday morning in the fenced in backyard of a house on Buena Avenue in Lemon Township.

Kings Chrysler Donates To Mason D.A.R.E. Program
The dealership donated a two-year lease on a black 2007 Dodge Nitro SUV to the City of Mason Police Department.

Governor Declares October As 'Walk To School Month'
Beshear is also encouraging communities around Kentucky to join in International Walk to School Day on Wednesday.

Dow Drops More Than 700 Points
The Dow dropped below the 10,000 level for the first time since 2004.

Bush Addresses Economy During Cincinnati Speech
The president spoke as Wall Street suffered through another traumatic session Monday, with the Dow Jones industrials plunging as much as 800 points.

Connor Barwin Named Big East Special Teams Player Of The Week
Barwin, a defensive end, blocked two punts, including one that went out of the end zone for a safety, to give Cincinnati a lead it would not relinquish in the Bearcats' 33-10 win at Marshall.

President Bush Honors Fairfield Woman
Nancy Arnold is recognized for her volunteer efforts.

Nuxhall Named Finalist For Ford C. Frick Award
For the second consecutive year, Joe Nuxhall paced all broadcasters in the fan-voting, totaling 19,547 votes.

Wall Street Tumbles Amid Global Sell-Off
It was another extraordinary and traumatic day on Wall Street, with the Dow Jones industrials plunging as much as 800 points before closing with a loss of about 370.

Police Arrest 16-Year-Old For Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins
West Chester police have arrested a sixteen-year-old for thefts from vehicles and burglaries from residential garages in Mason.

Advice For Consumers In A Troubled Market
WCPO-TV’s financial expert, Crystal Faulkner, has some common sense advice for people on what to do with their investments now and how they can help their retirement funds.

Colerain H.S. Senior Named Student-Athlete Of The Year
Ryan Foster, a senior at Colerain High School is this year's recipient.

Pork Inside Package Found Outside Boehner's Office
A note was found with the package, but officials aren't saying what kind of message the person was trying to send.

NKY Health Problems: Study & Solution
Three groups join together to find solutions to health concerns in Northern Kentucky

Ohio 2nd District Congressional Debate Tonight
Independent David Krikorian, Republican incumbent Jean Schmidt and Democrat Victoria Wulsin debate.

King Records May Get Special Tribute
Funk legend Bootsy Collins is lending support to a local legend.

Early Voting in Indiana
Dozens of people lined up to vote at polling centers across the state on the first day for early voting in Indiana.

President Bush Speaks To Downtown Conference
Bush assured crowd the economy would bounce back. He addressed a lawyer's group Monday, the first day of the new term of the US Supreme Court.

US Supreme Court Opens New Term
It's a law that the US Supreme Court starts its new term on the first Monday in October.

Financial Advisors: Don't Panic Over Market Drop
Financial experts recommend you talk to your financial advisor.

Duke Energy To Hold Public Hearings On Proposed Rate Increase
The public hearings will take place at two different locations Tuesday.

VP Candidate Sarah Palin To Visit Tri-state
Republican vice presidential candidate will be making stops in Indian Hill and Wilmington.

It's A 'Count Week' For Ohio Schools
The state distributes school funding based on enrollment figures around this time.

Jimmy Kimmel To Host American Music Awards
The annual awards show is set to air November 23.

Barack Obama To Speak In Cincinnati Thursday
The Democratic presidential candidate is expected to discuss job creation in Ohio.

New System Lets Parents Control Teen Drivers
It's called MyKey, and will equip with parents with a key to control the speed of the car.

Teen Reveals More Info. In Mt. Orab Soldier's Murder
Teen says Christina Smith's husband requested the Mt. Orab woman's death several times.

Who Really Has The Fastest Food?
Is it McDonald's, Burger King or Wendy's?

Barney Frank Says GOP Housing Attacks Racially Motivated
The congressman says GOP criticism is a veiled attack on the nation's poor.

Latest Warning Highlights Dangers Of Microwaving
Zapping frozen meals in the microwave may be fast and easy, but it also can make you sick.

Obama: McCain Is Trying To Divert Attention From Economy
Obama says there's a reason McCain and Palin are trying to focus attention his associations.

California Mom Who Drove Son To Gang Fight Convicted
The mother drove her teen son and his friends to a fatal fight with a rival gang.

Kings Chrysler Donates Vehicle To Mason Dare Program
It's the fourth time that the dealership has donated a police vehicle to Mason Police.

Police Say Woman Bit Off Another Woman's Ear
A woman is charged with felonious assault after Cincinnati police say she bit off another woman's ear.

Last Day To Register
Monday, October 6, was the last day for Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana for voters to register.

What They Say On Main Street About Wall Street
Financial worries differ depending on your age.

Injury Forces May-Treanor Out Of Dancing With The Stars
Olympic gold medal-winner Misty May-Treanor is dropping out of "Dancing with the Stars."

Bengals Youth Movement Counterproductive
The annual turnover of younger players for older, doesn't mean better.

Ky. State Representative Dies In Interstate Crash
Rep. Larry Belcher died in a crash with a tractor-trailer on Interstate 65 in south-central Kentucky.

Green Oil Recycler Opens Plant In Northeast Ohio
A company that uses green technology to recycle oil used by the electric utility industry is opening a plant in northeast Ohio.

10/07

Palin Ethics Probes Beset By Secrecy And Lawsuit
Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin says she's an open book regarding an abuse-of-power investigation. Apparently her staff doesn't feel the same way.

Turnout A Bit Light In Ohio Early Voting Window
Early voting remains an option for those who registered by Monday's deadline.

Palin Character Attack On Obama May Hurt McCain
McCain's campaign quickly moved to limit any damage from Obama dredging up the Keating Five scandal of nearly two decades ago.

Palin Criticizes Obama's Ties To Wright, Ayers
Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin expanded her attack on Democrat Barack Obama's character Monday to include his relationship with an incendiary former pastor as well as his ties to 1960s-era radical Bill Ayers.

Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. Helps Get Out Ohio Vote
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. encouraged a rally at a community college in Dayton to get out and vote in next month's presidential election.

McCain Link To Private Group In Iran-Contra Case
McCain has said previously he resigned from the council in 1984 and asked in 1986 to have his name removed from the group's letterhead.

Debate Stakes Higher For McCain
In the 90-minute debate at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, NBC newsman Tom Brokaw will facilitate questions from the audience.

Congressional Candidates Debate In Anderson Twp.
The nation's ailing economy dominated the debate as candidates for Ohio's Second Congressional District met Monday night.

Fed Eyes Plan To Fund Short-term Business Loans
The government is weighing a bold plan to buy massive amounts of unsecured short-term debts in a dramatic effort to break through a credit clog that is imperiling the economy.

Duke Energy Holding Two Rate Hike Hearings Today
The Public Utilities Commission will hold two public hearings on Duke's request, giving customers a chance to speak up about Duke's proposal.

Sign Of The Times - Business Booming At Thrift Stores
It's a sign of tough times -- business is booming at thrift shops.

Deputies Looking For Bra Bandit
Authorities in Lee County report the bra bandit has struck again in southwest Florida.

Bouncer Has Eagle Eye For Fake ID's
Michigan man has eagle eye for fake id's.

Pets Welcome -- Church Begins 'Woof 'n' Worship'
Reverend Rachel Bickford is inviting pet owners to bring their four legged friends to her "Woof 'n' Worship" services, at the Pilgrim Congregational Church in Weymouth, Massachusetts.

Senior Surfers Head To The Beach
Five female surfers of a certain age call themselves the Duchesses.

Kentucky Mother Kills Daughters Then Self
The Jefferson County, Kentucky coroner's office has identified a mother and her two daughters who died in what police believe was a murder-suicide.

Kentucky Deputy Wanted For Murder E-mails State Police
A Kentucky sheriff's deputy who's accused of killing his ex-girlfriend has been sending e-mails to state police and the news media.

Procter & Gamble Stock Slips A Bit
Shares of consumer products maker Procter and Gamble slipped a bit yesterday as U.S. and global stock markets plunge.

Nationwide Home Sale Starts Friday
Coldwell Banker trying to spur sales with a nationwide home sale

Deputy Captured, Charged In Killing
Kentucky State Police said a Simpson County Sheriff's deputy, wanted in the fatal shooting of his former girlfriend, was captured in the Midwest.

Aggressive Driving Crackdown Starts
Officers will be focusing on a stretch of interstate in Northern Kentucky.

Driver Arrested After Fatal July Crash
Police took 25-year-old Ryan Hofmann into custody Monday night.

Other Plans Surface to Boost Billion Dollar Rescue Plan
If the $700 Billion Bailout isn't enough to restart economy, could a Federal Reserve and Treasury Department idea work?

Suspect Releases New Details About Soldier's Death
Murder suspect says he was paid to murder the Mt. Orab native.

Ohio Supreme Court Takes Up Teen Abortion Issue
The court will hear from lawyers for a Planned Parenthood clinic and the family, who is suing over their daughter's procedure.

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Nurse Allegedly Stole Pills From Elderly Patients
A Mariemont nursing home worker is facing accusations that she took painkillers meant for the elderly patients that she cared for.

Medical Helicopter Called To Serious Brown Co. Wreck
The accident happened around 8:45 at the intersection of Robinson and Oakland Locust Ridge Roads in Mount Orab.

Try-It-Out Tuesday: Cell Phone Ranger
Find out if this product is the answer to no more dead zones on your cell phone

Stocks Firm At Open On Wall Street
Stock prices were firm in early trading after Monday's swoon in global markets.

Florence Students Vote For President
Students at St. Paul School cast their votes for the next president.

Drug Companies: No Cold Medicines For Kids Under 4
The voluntary change in advice to parents comes less than a week after federal health officials said they also saw little evidence that the drugs work.

Bond Set For Alleged 'Hamburglars'
A Hamilton County Judge set a $20,000 bond for all four men in court Tuesday.

Two Women Seriously Injured In East End Accident
Police say 59-year-old Barbara Battaglia lost control of her Geo Metro, striking three vehicles along Riverside Avenue.

Stocks Turn Mixed After Higher Open
Stock prices have turned mixed after opening with some initial gains Tuesday morning, a day after the market suffered another big drop.

New Pleasant Ridge Bank Goes 'Green' On Roof
The roof is expected to help keep the building cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, without increasing electric bills.

Hamilton County Sees Spike in Early Voting
This was the first time Ohioans could register and vote at the same time, and of the 4,772 new registrants 675 also cast a ballot.

New Guidelines For Children's Cold Medicines
Children under four should not be given cough and cold medicines, according to drug companies.

State Holds Twin Hearings On Duke Energy Rate Hike Request
On average, Duke Energy is asking for about a 4.3 percent increase in electric rates for residential customers over the next 3 years.

Deadly Punch Earns Man 26 Years In Prison
Joshua M. Kati pleaded guilty to reckless homicide in the death of James Muddiman.

Police: 10-Year-Old Driver Flips Van
Tennessee sheriff's deputies say the child was driving up to 90 mph when he crashed a van carrying two adults who had been drinking and taking pills and two other children.

Official: Retirement Assets Down $2 Trillion
Peter Orszag told a House panel on Tuesday that the losses are likely to force many workers to hold off on major purchases and delay their retirements.

Thomas More College To Host Fall Open House
Thomas More College in Kentucky is recruiting high school seniors for their fall open house next Saturday.

Westwood Clerk Stabs Would-Be Robber
Police say Steve McNary was trying to steal liquor and when the owner confronted him.

Woman Charged In Vacuum Beating Receives 10 Year Sentence
Fifty-eight-year-old Dora Nance pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery.

School-Shooting Survivor Speaks
Missy Jenkins spoke with Northern Kentucky students about Paducah school shooting.

Medical Records Battle Before Ohio's High Court
Lawyers for a Cincinnati abortion clinic have urged the Ohio Supreme Court not to allow the family of a teenage client access to hundreds of clinic records.

Health Department Release Flu Shot Information
The Cincinnati Health Department is urging Tri-State residents to get their flu shots this season. The best time to get the shot is October through the end of December.

Bengals Re-Sign Watson, Blackstock Suspended
Blackstock will be suspended for the next four games, for violating league policy on performance-enhancing substances.

Stabbing Suspect Turns Self In
Man who allegedly stabbed a N.Ky. woman and her teenage son turned himself in Tuesday.

One Injured In West End Shooting
Police responded to shots fired along the 800 block of York Street just after 3 p.m.

Dow Drops 500 Points To Remain Under 10,000
The stock market continued to sink even after the Federal Reserve announced plans to buy massive amounts of corporate debt to encourage lending.

Neighborhood Enhancement Program In Evanston Works
They have knocked down 49 dilapidated buildings since last year and plan on continuing their effort in the coming weeks.

Man In Business Suit Robs Deerfield Twp. Bank
Police say the man robbed the National City Bank on Mason-Montgomery Road around 4 p.m.

NAACP Happy With Judge's Decision To Lower Teen's Bond
Group says bond was too high, since Jodie Edwards wasn't arrested for her baby's death.

PUCO Hears Public Comments On Duke Energy Increase
Proposed increase would add additional $5 to average household energy bill.

Cost Of Wind Storm Is More Than $550 Million
Once other expenses are factored in, such as government cleanup, the total cost is expected to be well over $600 million.

Roughly 666,000 New Ohio Voters Registered In 2008
That brings the total to 8.2 million registered Ohio voters going into the November election.

Butler County Flu Shot Locations
Any residents in Butler County who would like to get their flu shot can go to the following places.

Local Woman Earns National Recognition
Lisa Dunster helps servicemen and women ease into everyday life.

Actor Nick Nolte's Home Burns to the Ground
Fire causes $3.5 million in damage to Malibu home.

Unclaimed Funds In Hamilton County Exceed $50 Million
They come from dormant bank accounts, unreturned deposits on rent and utilities, or uncashed travelers' checks.

Economy A Big Factor In Ohio Poll
A poll that gives Barack Obama a six-point lead in Ohio finds that his advantage in the Buckeye State results largely from concerns about the economy.

AP Analysis: McCain's Contrition Ends Over Keating
Nearly 20 years of John McCain's contrition over his role in a 1980s banking scandal vanished this week in 17 minutes and 30 seconds.

State Reviewing Per Diem Payments To Palin
Gov. Sarah Palin's practice of charging the state when she stays in her home under review.

Obama Money From Abroad Could Total $3.3 Million
Under federal law, foreign citizens cannot make political contributions, but U.S. citizens living abroad can.

Insurance Giant AIG's Role In Market Crisis Probed
Less than a week after the federal government had to bail out American International Group Inc., the company sent executives on a $440,000 retreat to a posh California resort, lawmakers investigating the company's meltdown said Tuesday.

Omarosa Teaming Up With Trump For Dating Show
She wasn't the most 'liked' reality star, so will viewers want to see her find true love?

Feds Question New Voter Checks In Ohio And Indiana
They're investigating whether social security number checks are being improperly checked.

Official: Retirement Assets Down 2 Trillion Dollars
The top congressional budget analyst says a lot has been lost in retirement pension plans.

DiSpirito Evades Dismissal On 'Dancing With The Stars'
The chef came in last place, but he wasn't dismissed due to injured contestant May-Treanor.

McCain, Obama Clash Over Causes, Cures Of Crisis
Obama and McCain clashed repeatedly over the causes and cures for the economic crisis.

Police Investigating Shooting In Elmwood Place
A man was shot twice-- once in the back and another time in the hand.

Three People Dead In Independence Fire
Neighbors say they heard shots before the fire.

Voters Say 'Tame' Debate Failed to Sway Votes
Second presidential debate was a cordial town hall discussion, with no surprises or big attacks.

10/08

Berding Files Complaint About Proposed Amendment
The people backing a proposed Cincinnati charter amendment are, according to one Cincinnati city council member, misleading the public.

Suspect In Assault Rifle Robbery At Large
Police say the type of weapon used is alarming.

Long Thompson Hits The Road, Not The Airwaves
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jill Long Thompson has gone more than a month without television advertising.

Analysis: Obama Gains, McCain Seeks Game-Changer
The candidates debated on a day in which stocks plunged anew and a Gallup Poll showed that just 9 percent of Americans think the country is headed in the right direction.

Court Hears Case Wednesday On Navy Sonar, Whales
The Natural Resources Defense Council, one of five advocacy groups that sued to force the Navy to take steps to protect the whales, argues that the Navy has to comply with environmental laws.

3 Found Dead In Burning House, Shots Fired
Police say the bodies of Seaward Padilla, Lori Padilla, and Jessica Padilla were found inside a burning home in Independence Tuesday night.

Town Hall Debate Keeps Brokaw Busy
The veteran NBC anchor was like a schoolmarm trying to keep unruly students at bay.

Lunsford Hits McConnell On Bailout
Claims McConnell took millions in campaign contributions from Wall Street while supporting efforts to deregulate the sector.

Asian Stocks Plunge On Unabated Credit Market Woes
After a miserable day on Wall Street when the Dow Jones industrials lost more than 500 points, investors in Asia responded by dumping stocks in a broad regional sell-off.

Ducks Swim For A Good Cause
Gateway Community College hosting miniature Rubber Duck Regatta Wednesday.

Cincinnati Leaders Honor 2 Olympic Medal Winners
Council will recognize Mary Wineberg & David Payne for their wins on the track.

Nordstrom in Kenwood Opening In September
The much anticipated opening of Nordstroms is just eleven months away

Nearly 666,000 New Voters Registered For Election
Ohio now has roughly 211,000 more registered voters than it did for the 2004 election.

Asian Stocks Plunge, Nikkei Off 24 Percent
Asian stock markets fell in record-setting plunges overnight on Wednesday, just one day after a huge dip on Wall Street.

Google Puts a Stop To Drunk Emailing
If you'd had too much to drink you won't be able to type up an email you may regret later

Crate & Barrel in Kenwood Opening Soon
You'll be able to do your holiday shopping at the new Kenwood store

123 Hour Movie Marathon Sets Record
Two woman sit through more than 50 movies to break a record

Zero Dollars Being Passed Out in NYC
New York Artist passing out zero dollars.

King Records Could Receive A Historic Marker
City council will decide today if they will buy a $10,000 marker outside the former studio.

LA Wants To Create Dodgertown
Los Angeles council wants to make the area around the city 'Dodgertown.'

Airline Filters In-Flight Porn
American Airlines setting restrictions for in-flight internet.

Obama's in Indy Today, Cincinnati Tomorrow
Barack Obama is headed to Indy's fairgrounds for Wednesday speech.

Police Make Arrest In Alleged Store Clerk Beating
One man is in police custody and another is thought to be in serious condition at the hospital after a local store owner fought back against alleged would-be robbers.

Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Wow's Readers
This year's book features unbelievable gifts.

Bengals LB Suspended for Banned Substance
Blackstock will sit the bench for four games.

Emergency Food Stamps Available to IN Homeowners
Windstorm damage prompts state to make more food stamps available.

UC Doctors Advocate New Incontinence Procedure
Less invasive procedure provides better results for patients with pelvic floor disorders.

Kenton Co. School Bus Hit By Car In Independence
School officials say the school bus was struck by a car at Old Taylor Mill Road and Oak.

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Stocks Rise Tentatively After Interest Rate Cut
Stocks initially plunged as the rate cut by the Federal Reserve and other big central banks failed to convince investors that credit markets that have been nearly paralyzed for weeks would soon relax.

Fed Orders Emergency Rate Cut To 1.5 Percent
The action revives the central bank's rate-cutting campaign which had been halted in June out of concerns that those low rates would worsen inflation.

Suspicious Package Found At Delhi Twp. Business
An employee at the business realized what was going on and told the fire department the package contained a part for a copy machine.

Karl Rove To Speak At Miami University
The man called the architect of President Bush’s 2000 and 2004 Presidential campaigns is speaking at Miami University Wednesday evening.

Village Of Mariemont Ranks In Top 10 Neighborhoods
The American Planning Association (APA) listed the neighborhood as one of the 10 Great Neighborhoods for 2008 through APA's Great Places in America program.

Court Documents Shed Light On Dead Couple
There's new information about a tragic scene where three people were found dead and a 2-year-old wandering amid gunfire.

Indiana Humane Society Asking For Help To Save Puppy
A puppy named Mable has a hole in one of her heart valves and the humane society does not have enough money to fix it.

Obama, McCain Supporters Join To File Lawsuit
Cincinnati City employees file lawsuit over rules restricting their rights to show support for candidates.

Police Search For 'The Rush Hour Robber'
Warren County deputies are looking for a man beleived to be responsible for two bank robberies in Deerfield Township.

Kentucky Works To Stop Teen Smoking
Studies show that most adult smokers begin smoking before the age of 18, and that young people are particularly susceptible to the hazards of tobacco.

Juvenile Justice Center Renamed After Late Judge
The center is now named the Judge David J. Niehaus Justice Center.

Declines Seen Abroad, U.S. Stocks In Choppy Trade
Before the opening bell, the Federal Reserve was joined by other central banks in cutting benchmark interest rates.

Possible Lights Out For Mason Holiday Show
Carson Williams drew international attention three years ago when he lit up his home northeast of Cincinnati with 25,000 lights synchronized to music.

Local Families Feeling Pinch From Windstorm
Three weeks after the windstorm ripped through the Tri-State, families are still feeling the financial effects of the storm.

Neighbors Say Police Often Called To Independence Murder Scene
Lori Padilla, Seaward Padilla, and their daughter, Jessica Padilla were discovered inside the home by police and firefighters Tuesday night.

Cincinnati Fire Museum Honors Fallen Heroes
The museum is displaying the lives of four local heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Memorial Service Honors All Firefighters
The memorial service stressed the courage and commitment each firefighter, professional and volunteer, gives to the community.

Obama, McCain Talk Jobs In Ohio
Jobs, and how to keep them and how to get more are an important issue in Ohio.

Lawmaker's Son Enters Not Guilty Plea In Palin E-mail Hacking
David Kernell faces a maximum of five years in prison, a $250,000 fine and a three-year term of supervised release.

'Too Fat To Die' Inmate Blames Prison Food
Richard Cooey is scheduled to die by lethal injection next week for killing two college students in 1986.

Economic Crisis Increasing Interest In Tri-State Credit Unions
More people are turning to credit unions as economic turbulence continues on Wall Street and in commercial banking and lending.

Construction To Begin On Ky .18 Bridge
Work on the bridge is expected to last two weeks.

Cops Charge Teen For Taking Nude Pics Of Herself
Authorities have filed felony charges against a 15-year-old girl accused of taking nude cell phone photos of herself and sending them to high school classmates.

Carson Palmer Limits Throwing In Practice
Palmer went 23-of-39 for 217 yards and a pair of touchdowns with one deflected interception against the Cowboys.

Hamilton Co. Not Buying Anymore Salt For Roads
The county will not purchase additional salt for the roadways during the winter season because of increasing prices.

Police: Human Remains Found In Western Ky. Lake
Investigators found the 1974 Ford van in about 15 feet of water in a small lake in Utica last week while looking for a missing Owensboro man.

Will Your Vote Count?
There is an issue on the ballot that could change the way your vote is counted.

Community Groups Oppose Anti Muslim DVD Documentary
The Council on American Islamic Relations and others are now on record worrying about impact of new DVD documentary, 'Obsession.'

Neighbors Say Padilla Family Had Many Disputes
Family's tragedy apparently comes as no surprise to some of their neighbors.

Two People Shot Inside Tennessee Mall
Police say two people were shot at Knoxville Center Mall and a suspect is in custody.

More Jobs Coming To The Area
Research company expected to bring 600 jobs

Ocho Cinco Fesses Up: He Kissed Marvin Lewis On The Sidelines
The Bengals receiver acknowledged on Wednesday that he leaned into coach Marvin Lewis and gave him a peck on the cheek during a 31-22 loss in Dallas.

AGs' Agreement Helps Curb Underage Tobacco Sales
Unauthorized cigarette sales to minors in Kentucky will soon lower thanks to a new agreement.

Soap, Water & Tide Go A Long Way For Hurricane Victims
P&G using Tide to help Hurricane Ike victims get a fresh start.

Ohio Policemen Sue City Over Political Speech
Two Cincinnati policemen have filed a class action lawsuit challenging city rules that prohibit them from supporting political candidates on their own time.

Another Murray Mine Fined For Safety Violations
Cleveland-based Murray also owns the Crandall Canyon mine in Utah, where six miners and three would-be rescuers were killed by cave-ins in August 2007.

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