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FAQs about Hear Cincinnati:How many episodes does Hear Cincinnati have?The podcast currently has 154 episodes available.
July 27, 2019Inside the erupting courtroom as Tracie Hunter is sentenced to jail timeWe discuss revisiting Cincinnati's tent city, WCPO's 70th birthday, updates in the Carlisle buried baby case, Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters requesting the National Guard and more.Later, Brian and Meghan are joined by WCPO chief photographer Ramsay Fulbright to discuss the courtroom disturbance when ex-judge Tracie Hunter was ordered to serve her six-month jail sentence. Notable links:One year after Cincinnati's tent city, the search continues for solutions to address homelessnessSix years after lightning strike, Ethan Kadish's family and friends celebrate him and his happinessCovington police recover car stolen from visiting Missouri family70th anniversary: Some of WCPO’s famous faces through the yearsJudge denies defense request for three trials in Carlisle buried baby caseDeters Call to Bring National Guard to Cincinnati Draws PushbackFormer judge Tracie Hunter dragged from courtroom, ordered to serve six-month sentenceTracie Hunter files grievance, claims injury caused by being dragged from courtTracie Hunter timeline: Conflict follows judge from election to trial to presentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more1h 19minPlay
July 11, 2019Discussing the legacy of Cincinnati civil rights icon Marian SpencerWe discuss homeless pets, new fees for hybrid cars, a "breathalyzer" for marijuana, updating stoplights to improve the streetcar and more topics.Later, Lucy May stays to discuss the legacy of Cincinnati civil rights icon Marian Spencer, who passed away Tuesday at age 99.Notable links:SAFE Coalition works to help people and their pets avoid eviction, homelessnessHybrid owners furious with new annual feesVeteran experiencing homelessness gets place to live with help of local organizationsAkron start-up Triple Beam Technologies developing breathalyzer for marijuanaCity recommends 'signal prioritization' for transit, but what will that mean for the streetcar?Could mentorship program curb gun violence?Cincinnati civil rights pioneer Marian Spencer dead at age 99Marian Spencer: A Cincinnati civil rights icon rememberedMarian Spencer's legacy: The relentless fight for equality in CincinnatiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more56minPlay
July 03, 2019Trade co-op, a missing 3-year-old found, a 14-year-old shot and killed, SkyStar to stayThis week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, senior manager of enterprise and investigative Meghan Wesley, and senior manager of broadcast Kennan Oliphant to discuss how Roselawn-based Journey Steel is helping teens and trades, a missing 3-year-old found, a 14-year-old fatally shot, the downtown SkyStar Wheel, and more topics.Notable links:Soaring Impact: How Roselawn-based Journey Steel is helping teens and tradesFather arrested after missing 3-year-old girl found in Springfield TownshipPolice identify 14-year-old fatally shot in OTR Sunday morningSkyStar Wheel a permanent part of the Cincinnati skylineNewport SkyWheel finally on its way — for real this timeShotSpotter testing in Price Hill neighborhoods July 8Fourth of July 2019: These Greater Cincinnati patriotic celebrations will be litSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more36minPlay
June 28, 2019He thought he could shoot at cops and get awayOur panel discusses affordable housing strategies, the Bengals first-round draft pick goes out for the season already," glamping," Cincinnati's outstanding parking tickets, and more topics.Next, WCPO anchor and reporter Evan Millard joins to discuss Jacob Julick, who evaded police for 19 days after shooting at officers in Erlanger. Notable links:New report shows Greater Cincinnati's affordable housing crisis is about more than rental costsQueen City Certified program helping local companies embrace gender equityUnited Way report shows racial gap between nonprofit leadership and the people agencies servePromise Walk for Preeclampsia: Northern Kentucky mom channels her grief into helping other familiesBengals expect injured first-round draft pick Jonah Williams to miss 2019 seasonUSWNT advances to round of 8 in World Cup with tight win over SpainHate camping? Try glamping, the hottest outdoor trendHouse panel votes out bill ending concealed carry licensingBill relaxing concealed carry law to take effect in KentuckyMotorists owe Cincinnati $10.3 million in parking ticketsEveryone at City Hall agrees bike infrastructure is important, but what's actually worth investing in?Mom of man accused of shooting at officers pleads for him to surrender to policeMan accused of shooting at officers remains at largeNorthern Kentucky fugitive arrested weeks after shooting at officersJacob Julick charged with third count of attempted murder of police officer3 charged in helping ex-fugitive avoid arrestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more54minPlay
June 21, 2019Roses are wet, violets are wet, everything is wet, please stop rainingThis week our panel discusses how Bloomberg and Bill Gates are helping reduce poverty in Cincinnati, a local teacher charged with sexually abusing 28 first-grade girls, a local inventor's protein bars, Ohio lawmakers considering changes to concealed carry law, and moreNext, WCPO senior managers Molly Miossi and Kennan Oliphant join to discuss how the recent substantial rain has effected the Tri-State.Notable links:Fiona has a new friend and HIS name is FennessyHow Bloomberg, Bill Gates are helping reduce poverty in CincyTeacher charged with sexually abusing 28 first-grade girls Local inventor's protein bars going national with KrogerHouse panel considering changes to concealed carry gun lawGALLERY: Tri-State takes a dip in Wednesday's heavy rainOhio farmers: It will take years to recover losses from rainConstant rain slowing North Avondale landslide repairsColumbia Parkway remains closed Thursday after landslideSewer line backups flood homes in Covington after heavy rain SaturdayNKY shelter expands hours to serve homeless during heavy rainsMudslide threatens condos, forces some residents to evacuate in HarrisonRiverbend Music Center postpones Thursday Brantley Gilbert concert as river risesThousands of people under-insured for storm damageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more53minPlay
June 14, 2019Analyzing FC Cincinnati stadium contracts so you don't have toOur panel discusses the recent wave of violence, US women's world cup success, former local militia members facing firearms charges, decriminalizing weed, and more.Later, I-Team reporter Dan Monk joins to discuss his analysis of FC Cincinnati contracts to see how taxpayers are faring on the privately funded stadium.Notable links:Sunday morning homicide is eighth deadly shooting in less than two weeks in the cityFire destroys Moyer Winery and Restaurant, an Adams County staple since 1972Cincinnati native Rose Lavelle scores two goals as US Women's Soccer routs Thailand 13-0Loveland City Schools' year of hope: These students spent a year helping others through tough timesFormer militia member: 'All they wanted to do was shoot guns'Cincinnati City Council decriminalizes marijuana possession up to 100 gramsEverything you need to know about Cincinnati's new marijuana ordinanceNorwood's new marijuana ordinance creates a hazy situation for policeTaxpayer tab on FC Cincinnati real estate needs: $213 millionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more1hPlay
June 06, 2019The most prolific serial killer in the U.S. history and his Cincinnati murdersOur panel discusses a program empowering teens to address the opioid crisis, a drug dealer with unusual circumstances facing sentencing, fraud at several local car dealerships, and local gun violence.Next, WCPO anchor Tanya O'Rourke joins to discuss Samuel Little, whom the FBI calls the most prolific serial killer known in U.S. history, and his confession to at least two murders in Cincinnati, including a "Jane Doe" who has yet to be identified.Notable links:How a University of Cincinnati program is empowering local teens to address the opioid crisisPirates Announcer Takes A Few Awkward Stumbles To The Dog WhistleFeds: Cincinnati used-car dealerships faked loan applications, lied to customersPolice identify Colerain Avenue shooting victim as Brandon Phoenix, 19Man who admitted to firing at two police officers sentenced to 25 years in prisonMom of man accused of shooting at officers pleads for him to surrender to policeSamuel Little, America's most prolific serial killer, confesses to killing two women in CincinnatiHamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters asks anyone who knows anything about "Jane Doe" to contact one of the following:Mark Piepmeier, Chief Assistant Hamilton County Prosecutor, 513 946-3078 or [email protected]Kelly Best, Homicide Detective, Cincinnati Police, 513 352-1970 or [email protected]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more56minPlay
May 31, 2019Reporting in the dark on the damage in Dayton after tornadoes tear up townOur panel discusses a Price Hill woman who is giving back to the community that has supported her, Reds slugger Derek Dietrich drawing criticism for being awesome, an app to fill food deserts, improvements to Riverbend's parking and more. Later, WCPO reporter Jake Ryle joins to discuss his what he saw while reporting in Dayton, Ohio after tornadoes caused heavy damage Monday night. Notable links:Kimmi's story: How this hard-working mom is building a better future for herself and her familyDietrich hits 3 HRs as Reds trounce Pirates 11-6#BornToBaseballWalnut Hills is test site for online food delivery app to solve food desert problemCincinnati police encourage Riverbend concert-goers to consider alternative routesBLINK reveals plans to illuminate the John A. Roebling BridgeFC Cincinnati hires Gerard Nijkamp as new general managerPHOTOS: Before and after pics of the tornado damage in and around Dayton'World War III': How fire chief described tornado damage in Harrison Township, OhioMAP: Tornado paths from Monday's storms'It looks like this entire neighborhood is destroyed' after severe weather in OhioBreaking down the storms that produced tornadoes near DaytonTornadoes felled power lines, ruined houses, claimed only one lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more1h 1minPlay
May 23, 2019Tips and Tricks for Taste of CincinnatiThis week on Hear Cincinnati, host Brian Niesz is joined by community reporter Lucy May, podcaster Scott Kyser and senior manager of enterprise and investigative Meghan Wesley. They discuss a new approach to helping lift families out of poverty, a Bengals player testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs, covering the abortion debate, median pay at local companies and more. Later, WCPO's Taste of Cincinnati gurus Tasha Stewart and Brian Mains join to give their tips and tricks, plus all the details about this weekend's festivities. Notable links:How a white Cincinnati Freedom Rider helped, learned from black civil rights activists in the '60sNew United Way approach helped nearly 200 families lift themselves out of poverty in 2018Bengals OL Alex Redmond suspended by NFL for PED violationNew iFly at Liberty Center lets children, adults unleash inner superheroAs political debate over abortion rights intensifies, two local women talk about their decisionsExecutive Pay 2019: Could your family get by on 'median pay?'Taste of Cincinnati announces 2019 lineup of 53 restaurants and food trucksTaste of Cincinnati quiz: Which Best of Taste-winning dish should you eat first?2019 Taste of Cincinnati FAQ: You've got questions? We've got answersBest of Taste 2019 includes pork grenades, smoked lamb nachos and Cambodian tacosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more1h 9minPlay
May 17, 2019Complicated land issues continue to delay Banks music venueOur panel discusses cleaning up coal ash, good policing, a teen penalized for starting college too early, toxic stress in children, and more. Later, I-Team reporter Paula Christian joins to discuss the complicated land swap issue that's put the brakes on the planned music venue at the Banks.Notable links:As Beckjord power plant waits for demolition, how worried should we be about our drinking water?Body camera video shows 'textbook' police responseTeen penalized for starting college too earlyNever heard of ACEs or toxic stress? Here's what you need to know and why you should careIf this riverfront company can't relocate, will The Banks ever get a concert venue?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....more1h 14minPlay
FAQs about Hear Cincinnati:How many episodes does Hear Cincinnati have?The podcast currently has 154 episodes available.