Written by Raven Richard, WCPO weather forecaster The heavy rain from Friday into the overnight hours is now done. We are left with mostly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures. There is a chance to see a few scattered showers this morning after 8 a.m. and then again in the evening. These are not expected to […]
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Preparing for severe spring weather
Written by Raven Richard, WCPO weather forecaster Spring is usually the time of year severe weather ramps up. The atmosphere becomes unstable as warmer temperatures creep in, while colder air is still hanging around. This creates the perfect environment for severe weather. In fact, the Tri-State is under a Marginal Risk for severe weather this […]
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Covington officials launch survey to learn how residents want federal grants used
City of Covington officials have launched a survey to learn how residents would like to see the city use its annual allocation of funds from the federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs. There will also be a virtual hearing at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 21. Residents can join the Zoom meeting and weigh in […]
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Some say there are too many barriers to owning an electric car. Here is what is being done to change that
Written by Madeline Ottilie, WCPO reporter High gas prices have some people opting for public transportation or canceling plans altogether. Others might be considering an electric car, or EV, for the first time. EV use is becoming more common. In November, Kelly Blue Book found EV sales were 88% over 2020 numbers through the end of […]
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After a windy Sunday, warmer temps are moving in
Written by Taylor Nimmo, WCPO weather forecaster Changes are on the way this week. High pressure will lead to relatively dry conditions and a warming trend this week. Monday will be mostly sunny sky with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. We could see wind gusts up to about 25-30 mph possible on […]
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Fort Wright Police reunite missing 2-year-old boy with mother
Written by Kendria Lafleur, WCPO reporter On Sunday, Fort Wright Police reunited a missing 2-year-old boy with his mother. Investigators said Kieran Jennings has been missing since Saturday. He was staying with his father, Marrell Jennings, at the Days Inn Motel in Fort Wright. Merrell allegedly left with his son early Saturday driving a white […]
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When to expect snowfall tonight and how much we could get
Written by Jennifer Ketchmark, meteorologist at WCPO 9 Snow is likely tonight so here is everything you need to know about timing and snowfall amounts. Friday’s forecast will be cloudy and mild with highs rising into the low 50s by the early afternoon. This system starts as a wintry mix in the afternoon hours before […]
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Bill introduced to curb catalytic converter thefts in Kentucky
Written by Jake Ryle, WCPO reporter Kentucky lawmakers hope a recently introduced bill will make it more difficult to buy stolen auto parts, stopping thieves from getting a big payday from stolen catalytic converters. It is not just lawmakers addressing the problem, but local business owners, too. They are taking steps to buck the trend. […]
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Investigation concludes mother killed children, herself in January stabbing in Walton
Written by TJ Caudill, real time editor at WCPO The Boone County Sheriff’s Office concluded its investigation into a deadly January stabbing that left three people dead, including a 12-year-old and 3-year-old, and another person seriously injured. The sheriff’s office has ruled the stabbing as a murder-suicide. According to a press release from police, a man who […]
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Covington: City employee resigns after ‘irregular’ credit card purchases
The city of Covington says an employee resigned after an investigation was launched into “irregular” credit card purchases. According to a statement from the city, some “irregularities regarding credit card purchases” were brought to the city’s attention. They began looking into the purchases and decided to involve Kenton County police. The employee resigned soon after […]