Meta reaches $17 billion settlement with states, including Ohio, Kentucky, in teen social media addiction case

Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen social media addiction.

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Sheriff: 2 students charged after allegedly bringing gun to NKY school on Monday

Two Ryle High School students were arrested and charged after police learned they were in possession of a gun on school grounds Monday, according to a press release from the Boone County Sheriff's Office.

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Metro's on-demand transit program expands into more Cincinnati neighborhoods

More neighborhoods will be able to call Metro services when they need them, thanks to an expansion of MetroNow!, the transit company's on-demand service.

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Northern Kentucky housing market shifts as buyers gain more negotiating power

More inventory and fewer buyers are giving home shoppers more room to negotiate, while sellers are being urged to make their properties stand out.

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Sacred Heart Church cancels October ravioli dinner after storms spoil thousands of homemade raviolis

Sacred Heart Church in Cincinnati is canceling its special October in-person ravioli dinner after storms knocked out power to the church.

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Back to normal temperatures, then storms return tonight

Temperatures will rise to the mid 80s today and you'll also notice an uptick in humidity. The sky will be partly cloudy but isolated storms return after 10 p.m.

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Working 9 to 5 for Ohio's children: Dolly Parton's lasting legacy on the Buckeye State

Ohio has ordered that flags be lowered to honor the life of legendary country superstar Dolly Parton, who called the Buckeye State her 'second' home.

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Back-to-school nerves: Helping kids handle the transition

As students head back to school, some nervousness is normal. New teachers, new routines and reconnecting with classmates can all bring uncertainty.

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Boxing gym shares memories, impact of 14-year-old Rakeem Blair Jr., who was shot, died in East Price Hill

Rakeem Blair Jr., 14, was shot and killed last week, just days after joining an after-school boxing program at Lord's Gym in East Price Hill designed to steer teenagers away from gun violence.

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Sen. Darline Graham wins GOP primary runoff to replace her late brother in US Senate

U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham on South Carolina’s general election ballot.

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US and Canadian tariffs are set to target everyday goods, and your wallet

The political fight between the U.S. and Canada is now impacting your money, as the U.S. slaps 50% tariffs on a long list of Canadian goods.

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From wolves to pets: Ancient dog DNA reveals the origins of man's best friend

The bond between humans and dogs goes back thousands of years. Scientists are now studying ancient dog DNA to find out how it all began — and what it tells us about our own history. 🐾

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Interactive: Remembering Dolly Parton, a country music star and American icon

As tributes pour in, it's clear Dolly Parton left a lasting impact on the people she touched with her music and philanthropy.

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Prosecution's final witnesses at Lindsay Clancy's murder trial challenge postpartum psychosis claim

The prosecution’s final witnesses in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial have attempted to cast doubt on claims that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis when she killed her three young children.

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Ohio's new attendance law counts excused absences toward chronic absenteeism

Ohio students can now be flagged as chronically absent even when their absences are excused, under changes included in House Bill 96.

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Teen accused of killing 14-year-old had prior court run-ins. His case points to wider gun issues

Records show the teen had already entered the juvenile justice system, disappeared from a children’s services placement and missed a court hearing on a pending case.

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Madison Township objects to Trenton annexation for proposed Amazon data center

Madison Township rejects Trenton’s Amazon data center annexation plan, triggering a Butler County hearing over infrastructure and resident concerns.

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WalletHub survey: Financial disagreements are more damaging to relationships than political differences

If finances are a point of tension for you and your partner, you're not alone. Here's what Tri-State couples should know.

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'I’m so thankful': Pleasant Ridge auto shop owner gifts refurbished car to mother of 4

A Pleasant Ridge auto shop owner gifted a refurbished vehicle to a mother of four who won a local giveaway.

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'There will never be another you’: The world remembers Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved figures in American entertainment, has died at 80. Tributes are pouring in from across the country. Read more about her life and legacy.

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President Trump says he will order flags to be lowered in memory of Dolly Parton

President Donald Trump said on his Truth Social platform Tuesday that he will order American flags to be lowered to half-staff for one week in memory of country music legend Dolly Parton.

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Dolly Parton, legendary country musician, dead at age 80

Country music icon Dolly Parton, whose career spanned music, film and philanthropy, has died at 80, leaving a lasting cultural legacy.

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Coroner: 18-year-old dies after shooting in Mt. Healthy Monday night

A man is dead after a shooting in Mt. Healthy on Monday night, according to the Hamilton County Coroner's Office.

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What's next after Supreme Court clears path for Trump mail-in ballot order ahead of midterms?

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that states lacked standing to block President Trump's mail-in ballot executive order, but left its overall legality unresolved ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

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Iranian state media video appears to threaten Barron Trump's life

The U.S. Secret Service has confirmed it is aware that Iranian state media has aired a video that appears to threaten the life of Barron Trump, President Donald Trump's youngest son.

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Court dismisses P.G. Sittenfeld indictment, orders fine he paid be reimbursed following presidential pardon

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio officially dismissed the indictment against former councilmember PG Sittenfeld on Monday

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Interactive: How AI and student debt are reeshaping what Americans study

Student loan costs, a cooling job market, and the looming shadow of artificial intelligence are all reshaping how the next generation picks a major.

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Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's bid to overturn sex trafficking conviction

A federal judge rejected Ghislaine Maxwell’s bid to overturn her sex trafficking conviction, calling her claims “speculation” and “falsehoods.”

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South Carolina Republicans choose between Trump ally and conservative firebrand

Voters head to a high-stakes Senate runoff as Trump-backed Darline Graham faces conservative Rep. Ralph Norman.

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UK expands military support by helping Ukraine assemble long-range missiles

Britain will help Ukraine build long-range SCALP missiles by sharing technical data, though experts say the weapons likely won’t be ready before next year.

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