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Our panel discusses food safety in schools, the evolution of library services, woes for the Reds and FC Cincinnati, the $40M concert venue heading to Newport, problems with Ohio's congressional map, and more. Later, WCPO I-Team reporter Paula Christian joins to discuss snowplow "Route X" and whether Cincinnati leaders and getting special treatment from the city's public services. Notable links: Dirty Dining: How clean is your kids' school cafeteria? The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County connects people to help, not just books Oakland's Mike Fiers no-hits Reds in 2-0 victory Denver voters narrowly pass ‘magic mushroom’ measure Alan Koch relieved of his duties as FC Cincinnati head coach FC Cincinnati players say they didn't want Koch fired, but they're ready to move forward with Damet Newport's $40M concert venue deal should be 'wake-up call' to Cincinnati, Cranley says Judges declare Ohio's congressional map unconstitutional, say it gives Republicans unfair advantage Ohio appeals ruling fin

Our panel discusses how implicit bias effects infant mortality; Reds and Bengals updates; a 1000-coney challenge; how spies target local companies; new tech to deter shootings, and more. Later, WCPO reporter Evan Millward joins us to discuss the recent quadruple homicide in a West Chester home and why police are being tight-lipped about the investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our panel discusses Cradle Cincinnati's battle to improve infant mortality rates, the National Association of Black Journalists meeting in Cincinnati, FC Cincinnati facing new stadium struggles, a light sentence for business owner who stole $3.4 million in SNAP fraud, and more. Later, WCPO reporter Julie O'Neill joins to discuss the bizarre case of Forrest Behne, who insists he had just one glass of wine on the night he crashed his car, but blew a .325 BAC, four times the legal limit for driving. Notable links: Cradle Cincinnati: 2018 infant mortality rate improves but remains far higher for black babies Surviving and thriving: National Association of Black Journalists conference coming to Cincinnati West End residents' future uncertain after meeting about FC Cincinnati stadium Mann, Sittenfeld propose solution to keep West Enders in their homes despite FC Cincinnati purchase City Council: FC Cincinnati must provide affordable housing to displaced Wade Street tenants City's FC Cincinnati housing proposal '

The panel discusses new developments for Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority, the Cincinnati Bengals returning to London, a rascally raccoon, a rash of unusual traffic accidents and more. Later, WCPO reporter Jasmine Minor joins to discuss a new lawsuit that alleges prison staff at Southern Ohio Correctional Facility in Lucasville "knowingly and intentionally" allowed a white inmate to stab four black inmates who were handcuffed to a table. Notable links: Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority retains developers to renovate affordable housing Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority CEO resigns Date and time set for Bengals game in London Bengals release 2019 schedule, open at Seattle Raccoon's spring break-in cancels classes at South Avondale Elementary WATCH: Video shows semi fall 30 feet from I-471 overpass in Mount Adams Police arrest driver accused in Downtown hit-and-run crash that hurt another driver, worker PD: Good Samaritan hit while helping crash victim in West End Suit: Prison guard

Our panel discusses a hopeful story traumanitc brain injury recovery, the upcoming Disney streaming service, a vet specializing in pet hospice, a local doctor convicted of running a pill mill, and more. WCPO investigative reporter Dan Monk joins to discuss the booming hotel industry in Cincinnati and how officials and health inspectors aim to keep them safe and clean. Notable links: Recovering from traumatic brain injury isn't the hardest thing Daniel Henderson has ever done Lap of Love: Pet hospice ensures pets spend final days at home with families Prosecutor: Street drug dealers are more honest than Hamilton doctor accused of running pill mill Hamilton doctor found guilty of killing patient by overprescribing opioids Closer Inspection: Is Springdale spawning or stifling growth with hotel regulation? Health inspectors throw a flag on Doug Pelfrey's hotel company See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our panel discusses girls with autism, the struggling Cincinnati Reds, a teen refusing to be vaccinated, and more. [26:45] Brian is then joined by WCPO reporters Abby Anstead and Emily to discuss their inside look on a bus in Price Hill that is helping women working as prostitutes get off the streets and into treatment [43:00] Brian is later joined by I-Team Reporter Hillary Lake and WCPO real-time reporter Felicia Jordan to discuss the 2011 disappearance of six-year-old Timmothy Pitzen and the man who falsely claimed to be him this week. Notable links: Girls have autism, too, and here's what you should know for National Autism Awareness Month Reds prospect Hunter Greene needs Tommy John surgery Reds lose to Brewers 4-3 in front of smallest-ever Great American Ball Park crowd Student who refuses chickenpox vaccine says he'll appeal after judge upholds school ban Prostitution is ‘happening all day, everyday’ in Price Hill. Two days a week, he tries to stop it. Boy tells police he's Timmothy Pitzen, child mi

We discuss narrowing the wage gap, opening day, twin uteri, new information about a plane crash in Madeira, and more. Notable links: How Cincinnati's new Salary Equity Ordinance aims to narrow the wage gap No Smoking: Walt Disney World parks will go smoke-free beginning May 1 Reds' season-opening victory gives fans something they've missed — optimism GALLERY: Fans pack the streets for the 100th Findlay Market Opening Day Parade Cincinnati Couple Arrested After Having Sex on SkyStar Wheel Following Reds Opening Day Game Woman with two wombs gives birth twice, nearly a month apart First a bang, then a fire: Plane crashes into Madeira home, killing pilot Plane that crashed into Madeira home had fuel leak, never received scheduled repairs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our panel discusses a music program helping seniors, a family killed by a wrong-way driver, a viral "Florida man" game, a good Samaritan ticketed, and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO reporter Kristen Swilley to discuss a new study that found that African-American neighborhoods across the country are still coping with the results "redlining" and how some Cincinnati neighborhoods are feeling the effects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The panel discusses the surprising thing that is keeping some women from moving up in the workforce, recent celebrity news, changes at Blue Manatee Bookstore, a stolen police cruiser, and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO I-Team reporters Craig Cheatham, Hillary Lake, and Paula Christian to unpack Cincinnati City Council's so-called 'gang of five' court appearance and 600+ pages of text messages which reveal gossip, name-calling, rumors of extramarital affairs, high-school level backstabbing and the secret side to how City Hall business really gets done. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, podcaster Scott Kyser and senior manager of enterprise/editorial Meghan Wesley to discuss a new plan to reduce young homelessness, chili, the health effects of traffic, FC Cincinnati, and more. Brian and Lucy are then joined by WCPO I-Team reporter Dan Monk to discuss how a recent hepatitis A outbreak is hurting local eateries. Notable links: New plan to reduce youth homelessness in Cincinnati, Hamilton County Top things to do in Cincinnati this weekend: Feb. 28-March 3 Cincinnati traffic could be hurting more than your schedule; it could be impacting your health, too Fort Thomas shocked by loving, 'fierce' 13-year-old cheerleader's mysterious death FC Cincinnati has message for its fans: 'We're going to fight for you' As hepatitis A cases surge in Greater Cincinnati, food-service operations feel the pain See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, podcaster Scott Kyser and senior manager of enterprise/editorial Meghan Wesley to discuss a new rehab center, official lightsaber dueling, youth club sports, OTR parking, and more. Brian is then talks with WCPO reporter and anchor Evan Millward to discuss the retrial of David Dooley who was previously convicted of the 2012 murder of Michell Mockbee but was granted a retrial after some unusual circumstances uncovered new evidence. Notable links: Indian Hill grad got sober in California, came home to Cincinnati to help others This Real-Life Lightsaber Academy Will Teach You How To Battle Like A Jedi Teen athletes' dilemma: Be true to your school? Or join the club? Mason fourth-grader dies of flu-related cardiac arrest After one day of 'formal enforcement,' some calling to roll back new OTR parking plan Jury selection underway in David Dooley murder retrial Defense tries new tactic in David Dooley retrial Investigators pre

We discuss a local nonprofit raising their minimum wage, Reds' spring training, an major update on the driver who fatally struck Colerain Police Officer Dale Woods, local schools receiving technology grants, and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO high school sports reporter Mike Dyer to discuss former Moeller head football coach Doug Rosfeld and his new position with the Cincinnati Bengals and what it will mean for both Moeller and the Bengals. Notable links: Cincinnati and Hamilton County Community Action Agency is changing lives with a few dollars an hour The truck is loaded -- Here’s what the Reds have packed for spring training No charges against driver who fatally struck police officer, prosecutor says Roberts Paideia Academy, Sayler Park School receive $3.6M grant to improve technology Is influenza what’s circulating at Roselawn Condon School? Moeller football coach Doug Rosfeld accepts a position with the Bengals High School Insider Podcast: Moeller moves forward after Doug Rosfeld joins Bengals

This week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, podcaster Scott Kyser and senior manager of enterprise/editorial Meghan Wesley to discuss a unique school program, the Cincinnati Bengals' new coach, speed cameras in Cincinnati, a new issue for the FC Cincinnati stadium and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO producer and manager Molly Miossi to discuss 9 On Your Side's coverage of the deadly standoff in Pierce Township that left one Clermont County deputy dead and another wounded. Notable links: PODCAST: Zac Taylor thinks Dalton will be a great fit With Zac Taylor, Bengals (finally) look toward the future CPD eyes a controversial traffic solution: Speed cameras Noise from FCC stadium would disrupt Music Hall performances Pierce Twp. standoff: What we know, don't know Neighbors displaced by fire after Pierce Township standoff 911 calls released from deadly Clermont County standoff Radio traffic shows response to shooting during standoff See omnystudio.com/listener f

Our panel discusses eviction prevention, delectable foods, the polar vortex, health code violations, and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO anchor Kristyn Hartman to discuss her look behind the scenes at the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas Mental Health Court. Notable links: Hamilton Co. program aims to help people with mental illness stay out of jail and get into treatment Cincinnati fund is just the first part of a bigger plan to reduce evictions in Hamilton County Forget flowers, Chick-fil-A is selling heart-shaped trays of chicken nuggets Bevin complains America is 'getting soft' after schools cancel classes due to deadly cold EDITORIAL CARTOON: Bevin's bubble Polar vortex aims at US; one of most-extreme cold air outbreaks in years could happen Dirty Dining 2019: Which 25 restaurants closed after violations? -- Everyone deserves help, but court isn't always the best place for them to find it. If you or someone you love is living with severe mental illness, these are some other options: Centra

Our panel discusses a very special birthday, the legal issues from Cincinnati's homeless camp ban, the Cincinnati Reds offseason moves, foods that seem health but aren't, and more. Brian Niesz and Meghan Wesley are then joined by WCPO real-time editor Felicia Jordan to talk about how WCPO’s newsroom handled coverage of this weekend’s viral video that seemed to show Covington Catholic students confronting a Native American elder outside the Lincoln Memorial. Notable links: Ohio's First District Court of Appeals hears arguments on Hamilton County homeless camp ban Reds acquire right-handed pitcher Sonny Gray from Yankees, trade Shed Long to the Bronx Reds dump Homer Bailey, get Christmas gifts from Dodgers Watching your weight? Want to eat healthier? Beware of 'secretly unhealthy foods' Multiple videos show different angles of incident with Covington Catholic students Column: WCPO is working to shed light on what happened in condemned CovCath viral video Kentucky school closes for the day due to threats, saf

We discuss a look back a Cincinnati's "tent city," President Trump's fast food feast, Marty Brennaman's retirement, remembering Officer Dale Woods, a Cincinnati bartender named bar owner of the year, and more. WCPO community reporter Lucy May sticks around to talk about community development corporations who have big development plans for three Cincinnati neighborhoods. Notable links: Six months after Cincinnati's tent city, new solutions for homelessness remain elusive Trump personally pays for Clemson's fast-food White House meals Reds broadcaster Marty Brennaman says he's retiring after 2019 season RECAP: Tri-State pays tribute to Officer Dale Woods Cincinnati bartender named national bar owner of the year These communities have big developments coming in 2019 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, Flying Pigskin podcast panelist Scott Kyser and senior manager of investigative and enterprise Meghan Wesley to discuss Urban League, fancy new tech, employee ghosting, a teacher in trouble and more. Brian is then joined by WCPO transportation reporter Pat LaFleur to discuss the growing problem of pedestrian-involved traffic crashes and his analysis of new city data. Notable links: Donna Jones Baker to retire from role as CEO of Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio The best high-tech products featured at CES conference Ghost workers: The Tri-State's tight labor market is making employees disappear Substitute middle school teacher accused of masturbating while children present Federal employees rally in Covington, calling for end to government shutdown More and more Cincinnati pedestrians involved in crashes each year, city data show What can crash data tell us about preventing more drivers from hitting pedestrians

Our panel to discusses minimum wage, football, heroin test strips, a nanny cam video sent to police, and more. Next, WCPO anchor Tanya O'Rourke and government reporter Paula Christian sat down with Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley to discuss the his hopes and plans for the city in 2019. Mayor Cranley shared his thoughts on police accountability, state funding in Ohio, FC Cincinnati and more. Notable links: Ohio's lowest-paid workers get a raise to start 2019 'I didn't deliver:' Marvin Lewis out as Bengals head coach Urban Meyer leaves coaching with Rose Bowl win Cincinnati rallies past Virginia Tech 35-31 in Military Bowl Florida McDonald's employee attacked by customer at work hires attorney after being placed on leave Drug users can now test if fentanyl is in the drugs they are using, before injection Officials reviewing video of babysitter sitting on 10-mo-old City workers may be required to have implicit bias training Plans for FC Cincy stadium moved forward today See omnystudio.com/listener for privac

As 2018 comes to a close, Hear Cincinnati invites a few more reporters to look back on some of the year's news. Host Brian Niesz is joined by 9 On Your Side anchors Craig McKee and Tanya O'Rourke, and I-Team reporter Hillary Lake to discuss the Tri-State's most impactful stories, memorable good news stories, and their personal favorite stories of 2018. Check out Hear Cincinnati's year in review part one with the usually podcast panel by clicking here. Notable links: City will pay additional $370,000 to former city manager Harry Black to avoid lawsuit Everything we know about the Fifth Third Bank shooting Downtown 6 arrested in deaths of Rhoden family members Community joins Brody's Christmas parade Dog that escaped from crash scene found safe His suicide spurred parents' life-saving mission Man accused of stealing 'Shop with a Cop' money As new rape kits sit idle, so do criminal cases See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.