Wake Up, Cincinnati!

By Matt Peiken

Catch up on all the Cincinnati news every weekday morning. Our newscast podcast draws stories from across the local news media landscape to keep you in-the-know in less than five minutes.... more

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How many episodes does Wake Up, Cincinnati! have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.

Wake Up, Cincinnati! episodes:

March 27, 2026Friday, March 27: Cincinnati Population + Graffiti Responsibility + Canned Tap Water
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Population growth trends around Cincinnati counties and comparison with Columbus area
Cincinnati residents may be forced to pay thousands to clean up graffiti or face city lien on their property
Northern Kentucky Catholic school to shut down amid rising costs, falling enrollment
Cincinnati establishes LGBTQIA+ Commission to enhance community support and advocacy
Cincinnati introduces canned tap water to support local artists and businesses
This is our last newscast before we put Wake Up on the shelf (at least for now). Thank you for tuning in!
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5min
March 26, 2026Thursday, March 26: Day Cares Overpaid + Overdose Deaths Drop + Law Relaxed for Opening Day
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Ohio day cares face scrutiny after $1.1 million in overpayments discovered
Boone County Republican primary pits traditional GOP against MAGA-style challenger
Hamilton County marks lowest overdose death total since 2012
The Banks won't enforce 21+ policy on Opening Day
Cincinnati OK’d $455,000 for new West End restaurant. The landlord locked it out
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5min
March 25, 2026Wednesday, March 25: Ex-Venezuelan Mayor + Violent Crime Prevention + Students' Mental Health
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Ex-Venezuelan mayor detained by ICE seeks return to Venezuela
New partnership targets violent crime in Cincinnati and improves public safety efforts
Construction begins on $125 million biomedical facility in Covington
New Brighton Approach Bridge to improve access and connectivity in Cincinnati
New data offers insight into Tri-State students' mental health and behavior
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5min
March 24, 2026Tuesday, March 24: Violent Crime Arrests + Bank Manager Charged + Teen Missing Two Years Killed
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Nine arrested on federal firearm charges in Cincinnati's violent crime initiative
Former NKY bank manager accused of stealing from customer accounts
15-year-old killed in shooting had been missing two years
Pedestrian deaths decline in Cincinnati with new safety measures implemented
Forest Hills School Board sued over ICE response plan redactions
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5min
March 23, 2026Monday, March 23: Landsman Town Hall + Sidewalk Repairs + Fishbowl Live to Close
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Rep. Landsman discusses Iran vote and hawkish stance at town hall
City pilot program aids sidewalk repairs for 60 homeowners in Cincinnati
Hamilton County levies: What ‘mills’ mean for voters
Trial reveals financial downfall of Reston Construction amid management changes
Fishbowl Live music venue in Cincinnati to close, future shows canceled
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5min
March 20, 2026Friday, March 20: Lynch's 'Protest' Vote for Trump + Meisers Closes + Blighted Findlay Buildings
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Damon Lynch IV reflects on his 2016 protest vote for Trump
Cincinnati court hears arguments on immigrant detention and bond release
Meisers grocery and deli in Lower Price Hill closes after five years
Over-the-Rhine nonprofit sues to seize two blighted buildings near Findlay Market
Independent Northern Kentucky bookstore changes owners after 47 years
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5min
March 19, 2026Thursday, March 19: Cop Killers Bill + Clifton Market Foreclosure + Farmer Music Center
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Ohio bill seeks to end parole for cop killers
Clifton Market foreclosure case progresses amid financial struggles for owners
Cincinnati Council debates $8 million investment in Farmer Music Center project
A year after Big Mac Bridge fire, dumpster of cooking oil found under Newport bridge
Sharonville targets 2026 construction start for $75M downtown revitalization
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5min
March 18, 2026Wednesday, March 18: Declining City Satisfaction + Fatal Accident + Landsman Clarifies War Support
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati residents report declining satisfaction with living conditions and safety
Price of Brent Spence project now nearly $4.4B, with more costs to come
Worker killed in accident at Ford Motor Company in Sharonville
Landsman clarifies he supports the Iran war — to a point
Meet the Republican candidates running ro unseat Landsman
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5min
March 17, 2026 Tuesday, March 17: Unseen Theetge Report 'Hatchet Job' + Workforce Homes + 'Pearmageddon'
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Attorney for Police Chief Theetge anticipates "hatchet job" of a report
Ohio grants $2.5 million for 100 workforce homes in Hamilton
Hyde Park Square group demands adherence to new neighborhood development plan
MetroParks launches 'Pearmageddon' to remove invasive trees
Princeton, Mount Notre Dame girls finish as state runners-up
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6min
March 16, 2026Monday, March 16: Police Stop 'Take Over' + Drop in Downtown, OTR Visitors + UC Grad Killed in Iraq
Today's Cincinnati newscast includes these stories:
Cincinnati police arrest 39 in planned street takeover, 65 vehicles towed
Decline in visitors downtown and in OTR amid crime concerns
UC grad among National Guard airmen killed in Iraq mid-air collision
Federal judge clears Covington officers of excessive force allegations in arrest
Habitat for Humanity expands affordable housing with new middle housing units
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5min

FAQs about Wake Up, Cincinnati!:

How many episodes does Wake Up, Cincinnati! have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.