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November, 2008

11/01

Voter Fraud? Long Lines? Report Here
If you see any voting problems or irregularities, report it to the I-Team's Hagit Limor for a comprehensive assessment of the fair vote in Election '08.

Police Investigate Halloween Homicide
Police say 42-year-old Victor Davis was shot to death in Over-the-Rhine Friday night.

Covington Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
Randall Richardson died after colliding with a pick-up truck on Taylor Mill Road Friday afternoon.

Pastor Killed In Covington Church Shooting
Police say the Frederick Davis shot two people at the United Baptist Church in Covington Saturday morning.

3 Firefighters Hurt In Adult Bookstore Blast
An explosion at an adult book store in Columbus knocked three firefighters from the building's entrance to the street and started a fire that led to the structure's collapse.

UC Students Raise Fire Safety Awareness
UC Students partner with firefighters to pass out smoke detector batteries.

How The '08 Campaign Has Changed Politics
Internet, campaign financing, and strategy will never be the same.

Man Killed In Franklin Twp. Crash
Police say Delio Taylor was pulling a utility trailer behind his pickup when it rolled over.

Time To Turn Back Your Clocks
Firefighters say to check smoke detectors when you change your clocks for the end of Daylight Savings Time.

Woman Charged After Stabbing In Hamilton
Dykynta Allen allegedly stabbed the 32 year-old victim in the chest on Saturday morning.

Huge Turn Out For Early Voting
Record numbers of voters across the Tri-State are responding making personal sacrifice casting their ballots in unprecedented numbers.

Great Pumpkin Chuck Goes Off With a Bang
Stanbery Park's Third Annual Pumpkin Chuck went off with a bang Saturday, with hundreds of pumpkins meeting their demise the day after Halloween.

Well Known Pastor Killed During Funeral
While attending another church, a pastor is shot and killed. An associate minister was also wounded.

'Joe The Plumber' Makes Stops Across Cincinnati
He also rallied votes for John McCain, and Congressional Candidates Steve Chabot and Jean Schmidt.

Several People Shot Along Reading Road
Police responded to the first of four shootings at 10:55 p.m. at Reading Road and Chalfonte Place in Avondale.

Obama And Palin Return To Tri-state Sunday
You could call it a final push as Election Day gets even closer.

11/02

Palin Takes Prank Call From Fake French President
Sarah Palin unwittingly took a prank call Saturday from a Canadian comedian posing as French President Nicolas Sarkozy and telling her she would make a good president someday.

McCain Pokes Fun At Campaign On 'SNL'
McCain, who is trailing Democrat Barack Obama in most battleground state polls, also appeared during the show's "Weekend Update" newscast to announce he would pursue a new campaign strategy in the closing days of the campaign.

Butler Co. Early Voting On Sunday
Butler County Board of Elections extends its early voting period to include this Sunday, November 2.

Obama Takes Battle To Republican Territory
Two days before Election Day, John McCain and Barack Obama are playing on each other's turf.

One Adult, Four Kids Injured In Mt. Airy Crash
According to police, two cars collided head-on in the 4600 block of Colerain Avenue around 9:30 a.m.

Fire Damages Walnut Hills Apartments
Officials say smoke detectors alerted the residents after flames broke out in the basement.

Congregation Mourns Fallen Pastor
Parishioners mourned the loss of Rev. Donald Fairbanks Sr., who was shot in Covington Saturday.

Two Children Run Over By Truck In Bond Hill
According to officials, a 2 year-old girl is in critical condition, and a 12-year-old boy also suffered injuries.

Bengals Get First Win, 21-19 Over Jaguars
Ryan Fitzpatrick threw a pair of touchdown passes to Chad Ocho Cinco, who celebrated the second one by giving the head coach a kiss.

Check Your Voter Registration Status
Confirmation card might be stuck in snail mail limbo.

Crowd Awaits Palin At Clermont Co. Rally
Thousands of people are waiting for the arrival of Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, who is expected to speak at the Clermont County Fairgrounds Sunday night.

US Military Deaths In Iraq War At 4,189
As of Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at least 4,189 members of the U.S. military have died in the Iraq war since it began in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count.

Edwards Wins Second Straight Race
Carl Edwards won for the second straight week, squeezing a victory out of his last tank of gas. And this time Jimmie Johnson ran out of magic.

Campaigns Uncork Get-Out-The-Vote Operations
Barack Obama and John McCain uncorked massive get-out-the-vote operations in more than a dozen battleground states Sunday, millions of telephone calls, mailings and door-knockings in a frenzied, fitting climax to a record-shattering $1 billion campaign.

Obama Rallies Voters At UC's Nippert Stadium
Crowd of 20,000 people expected as Illinois Senator tries to capture Ohio in his bid for The White House.

Palin Campaigns For GOP Ticket In Must-Win Ohio
Palin ended the campaign day near Cincinnati at a fairgrounds in Owensville in heavily Republican Clermont County.

Police Looking For Suspects In UDF Robbery
Officials say two men entered to store around 9:50 p.m. and demanded money.

Hip Hop Stars To Campaign In Columbus, Cincinnati
Hip hop stars Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs will be at Xavier University Monday.

Ben-Gals Jr. Cheerleaders Perform Before Game
The Ben-Gals junion cheerleaders put on their first performance just before the game against Jacksonville Sunday.

Biden In Fla. Says Politics Of Division Must End
Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden made fun of a small group of protesters Sunday, then told supporters that the raucous Republicans are the same people they need to embrace once the election is over.

Dry Ridge Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
Daniel Wallace, 27, was killed last Friday in Afghanistan.

Mourners Celebrate Lives Of Slain Hudson Relatives
Mourners in Jennifer Hudson's childhood church Sunday listened as the second-grade teacher of the entertainer's slain nephew read aloud from journals written by his classmates.

Palin Stumps In Clermont County
Officials estimate 7,000 people at Palin's rally.

Obama Says Change Is Just Days Away
The Illinois Senator addressed 27,000 supporters during a rally at UC's Nippert Stadium.

Images From Campaign 2008: Fist Bumps & Lipstick
Obama's fist bump. Palin's lipstick. McCain's plumber. Clinton's tears. We've been through a lot in the two-year slog that will be remembered as Campaign 2008.

11/03

McCartney In Harmony Over Beatles' Video Game
For the first time ever, the Beatles' music will be featured in a game that is expected to hit the market in time for next year's holiday season.

Kentucky Election Officials Set Up Website To Help With Rumor Control
Kentucky election officials say they're concerned about misinformation circulating in cyberspace, so they've set up a Web site to debunk what they believe are a number of myths facing voters.

Good Grief! New Peanuts Videos Released Online
In a batch of 20 new webisodes, Charlie Brown and the gang have been brought back to animated life, much in the style of their classic holiday TV specials.

No Winners In Hoosier Lotto, Powerball
None of the tickets sold for Saturday's Hoosier Lotto game matched all six numbers drawn, so the jackpot rises to an estimated $1.5 million for Wednesday's drawing.

Coaster Enthusiasts Get Last Ride Of Season On Beast
Sunday night members of the American Coaster Enthusiasts got a chance to take the final ride of the season on the Beast.

Presidential Running Mates Both Stop In Ohio Monday
Palin focuses on Cleveland while Biden campaigns in eastern Ohio Monday.

Music Stars Encourage Students To Vote
Organizers say Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, and P. Diddy are in town to encourage young voters to get out and vote.

Free Starbucks Coffee For Voting
You can cash in on a free breakfast if you vote on Tuesday.

'Joe The Plumber' Hires A Publicist
Last week, less than three weeks after his chat on taxes with Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama, "Joe the Plumber" was so inundated with media attention he was forced to hire a publicist.

Ryanair Offering Overseas Flights for $13
The budget carrier plans on offering flights for 10 euros.

Voters Wait For Last Chance To Cast Early Ballots
Voters started lining up outside the board of elections before it opened Monday morning for the last day of early voting.

Walnut Hills Woman Killed In Fiery Car Crash
An early morning accident involving a classic Corvette claimed a driver's life in Walnut Hills.

Construction Begins Today On Ice Rink
Fountain Square skating rink set to open on Thanksgiving Day.

My Favorite Mug: The GMTS Newsletter

Final Ohio Poll: Obama Ahead By 5.8 Percent
The Institute for Policy Research at the University of Cincinnati Conducted the poll.

Circuit City To Close 155 Stores
One of the locations to close will be the Western Hills store on Glenway Avenue.

Dayton Doctor Charged In Alleged Drug Ring
Police have charged Dr. Richard Sievers with illegally distributing prescription drugs in 2007.

Skyline Chili Founder Dies At Age 84
After serving in World War II, James Lambrinides came home to open the first Skyline on Glenway Avenue in 1949.

Ft. Mitchell Students Hold Mock Election
Students cast their ballot for president.

Hamilton Co. Needs More Help At The Polls
Most poll workers have picked up voting equipment and ballots to take to precinct for Tuesday's election.

Stocks Fluctuating On Wall Street
Stocks were firm at midday amid some downbeat economic news, coming after last week's strong advance for the market.

Ford Reports October Sales Dropped 30 Percent
Ford's report is a strong indication that sales for the month will be poor for nearly all automakers and could be the worst in more than 25 years.

Funeral Set For Parents Of Former Senator Mike DeWine
A joint funeral service is planned for the parents of former Ohio U.S. Sen. Mike DeWine.

Man Fights To Keep Jesus In His Apartment
A spotlight cast a large shadow of the statue on the wall of the Colonial Crest apartment complex near Daniel Long's apartment.

Several Hundred Vote Early In Hamilton Co.
Fear of long voting lines on Election Day continue to drive thousands of Hamilton County residents to participate in the last day of early voting in Ohio.

Kenton Co. Prepares For Long Lines
Poll workers will cut lines off at 6 p.m.

No Bond For Man Accused Of Killing Pastor
Frederick Davis is charged with shooting Donald Fairbanks Sr. in Covington Saturday.

Hagit's Blog: Voting Concerns
I'm blogging about any issues voters are bringing to our attention and keeping track of long lines, alleged improprieties, any voting concerns across our area.

Westside Landmark Demolished Today
The Wagon Wheel Cafe's giant neon sign was a mainstay at the corner of Race and Bridgetown roads.

If You Could Vote Twice, Would You?
The I-Team uncovers a potentially huge flaw in our voting system, a flaw that could let millions of people vote more than once.

Your Democracy 2008 Election Guide
This special gives a breakdown of some of the races and issues that matter to Tri-State voters.

Butler Co. Officials Fear For Kids' Safety At Polling Places
Officials say certain schools won't close despite the large turnout expected Tuesday.

Last Day Of Campaigning For McCain & Obama
The latest poll shows Obama leading over McCain in Ohio.

Poll Workers Prepare For Election Day
Officials say eve of Election Day was hectic, with hundreds voting early and many others calling to find out where to vote.

Barack Obama's Grandmother Passes Away
Obama said his grandmother, Madelyn Dunham, died peacefully after a battle with cancer.

When Can You Cast Your Vote?
Find out how long polling places will be open throughout the Tri-State Tuesday.

DNA Links Bones Near Plane Crash Site To Fossett
Steve Fossett vanished in September 2007 after taking off from a Nevada ranch owned by hotel magnate Barron Hilton.

Stocks Close Mostly Higher In Quiet Trade
Stocks closed little changed as investors awaited the outcome of the election.

Ohio Voting Machines To Be Tested
Poll workers must scan thousands of absentee ballots cast during the month-long early voting period, which concluded Monday.

Economy Takes Toll On Lasik Surgeries
A Cincinnati company says centers have seen a sharp drop in patients this year.

Study: War Deployments Make Kids More Aggressive
Researchers have found that preschoolers who have a parent away at war are more likely to show aggression than other young children in military families.

Researchers Find More Bacteria On Women's Hands
A new study reinforces the wisdom of hand washing, especially among genders.

Republicans & Democrats Execute GOTV Strategies
"Get Out The Vote" efforts include phone banks and door-to-door canvassing.

Flag-waving Gunman Closes CA Highway For Hours
A man in a ski mask waved an American flag and a handgun on a freeway overpass for 3 hours.

Alaska Investigator to Release Troopergate Report
A report detailing whether Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin abused her power by firing her public safety commissioner will be released on the eve of the election.

Chase Compared To Scene From Dukes Of Hazard
Albert Lakes finally gave up in a cornfield after leading authorities on a chase through Warren County.

Report Clears Palin In Troopergate Probe
Palin has been cleared of ethics violations in the firing of her public safety commissioner.

Woman Recants In Ohio Microwave-Baby Case
A former cellmate of an Ohio woman convicted of killing her baby daughter by burning her in a microwave oven has recanted testimony that the mother admitted putting the baby in the oven.

Obama's Grandmother Dies Just Before Election Day
Obama learned of Dunham's death Monday morning while he was campaigning in Jacksonville, Fla. this morning.

Toledo Police Get Gas Masks To Prepare For Election
Toledo police will wear helmets and have gas masks available for the possible aftermath.

Ohio Official: Voters Can Fix Absentee Errors
If you make errors on envelopes containing absentee ballots, you must be notified.

Obama Photo Used To Imply Promotion Of Issue
Did Senator Barack Obama endorse Cincinnati's Issue 8? The answer is no, but a recent flyer sent out is reportedly fooling some voters.

Pastor's Wife Talks About Losing Husband
Elizabeth Fairbank's husband was killed at a funeral. She says she's putting faith in God.

Recycle Your Old Clothes
You can donate your hand-me-downs, but what happens to the duds too tattered and torn to give away?

'Shuck & Swallow' Oyster Challenge Benefits Freestore
9News Chief Meteorologist Steve Raleigh served as emcee for Cincinnati's first-annual celebrity "Shuck & Swallow" oyster challenge.

Getting Ready for Record Voter Turnout
Up to 80% turnout expected. Many already voted early.

11/04

Find & Print Your Sample Ballot
Here are some websites that allow you to see what your ballot will look like.

What You Need To Take To The Polls
Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana all have different requirements for what voters must bring to the polls on Tuesday.

What Do Voters Need To Know On Election Day?
Here is a list of poll times, what you need to bring and how to print a sample ballot.

Obama Big Winner In Early NH Towns' Votes
Barack Obama came up a big winner in the presidential race in Dixville Notch and Hart's Location, N.H., where tradition of having the first Election Day ballots tallied lives on.

Ohio's Voting Systems Tested By Big Turnout
Ohio's voting systems will be put to the test Tuesday with election officials bracing for a record 80 percent turnout.

Democrats Send Out Wrong Polling Location Info In Louisville
Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson says some Louisville voters may have gotten the wrong information about where to vote Tuesday.

Kentucky Turnout Expected To Be High Election Day
Les Fugate, a spokesman for the Kentucky Secretary of State's office, said election turnout on Tuesday is predicted to be 65-70 percent.

Presidential Candidates Hold Final Rallies
McCain stopping in Colorado & New Mexico today while Obama holds a final rally in Indiana.

Man Arrested After Three Hour Police Standoff
A short chase ended in a standoff in Carthage after a driver allegedly refused to stop for police.

Strickland Refuses To Close Butler Co. Schools
It's school as usual Tuesday morning for students in Hamilton and Middletown, despite a last-ditch effort to close schools that also serve as polling locations.

Tri-State Polling Places Open With Heavy Turnout
Polls are open across the Tri-State for Election Day 2008.

Kentucky Kids Can Vote Too
Ky voters can bring their kids to the polls and they can cast a ballot, too.

New Trial Possible In Microwave-Baby Case
A former cellmate of an Ohio woman convicted of killing her baby daughter by burning her in a microwave oven has recanted testimony that the mother admitted the crime.

Indiana Governor Seeks Disaster Aid For 10 More Counties
Gov. Mitch Daniels is requesting that the federal government declare 10 more Indiana counties disaster areas from severe weather that hit beginning Sept. 12.

What Not To Wear to the Polls
Believe it or not, there are rules as to what you can wear to cast your ballots.

Ballot Scanner Issues Reported In Hamilton Co.
An official with the Hamilton County Board of Elections confirms some ballot scanners are not functioning in a few polling places, but says those votes will be counted.

No Lines At One Tri-State Polling Place
The voting process is going smoothly in at least one part of the Tri-State this morning.

Rapper Ludacris Attends Indiana High School Rally
Rapper Ludacris made a surprise visit to John Marshall High School, urging students to do well in school and to vote when they become eligible.

Ohio Polling Place Bears Name Of Presidential Candidate
McCain and Obama supporters cast votes at Barack Recreation Center.

Early Kentucky Voting Has Ups and Downs
Some Louisville voters are told to go to the wrong site, but most Kentucky voters encounter slow - but smooth - sailing.

UC Students: Find Out Where to Vote Here
Dorm residents can use online site to find polling place.

Malfunction Puts N.Ky Votes In Question
A Secretary of State spokesman says at least two machines in Kenton County weren't properly registering straight-ticket votes.

Palin Says She Is Confident As She Heads To Polls
After voting, Palin is expected to fly to Phoenix, where she is to join Republican candidate John McCain for their watch party Tuesday night.

Obama Casts His Vote In Chicago
Senator Obama and his wife, Michelle, were among the first to vote after polls opened at their neighborhood polling place in Chicago.

Malfunctioning Machines Pulled In N. Ky.
Kenton County has shut down more than 100 electronic voting machines after the equipment malfunctioned.

Kenton Co. Shuts Down E-Slate Voting Machines
Officials say the problem could result in longer lines for Kenton County voters.

McCain Casts Ballot In Phoenix
Republican John McCain has cast his ballot at a church near his central Phoenix home.

Chabot, Driehaus Cast Their Ballots
The two candidates running for Ohio's First Congressional District seat cast their votes early Tuesday morning.

Fire Causes $20K Damage To Hyde Park Home
Investigators say sparks from a saw accidentally started a fire in the 2800 block of Ambleside Drive Tuesday morning.

Local Republican & Democratic Parties To Host Watch Parties Tonight
Hamilton County's Republican and Democratic parties are looking forward to celebrating the end of Election Day.

Disaster Response Team Needs New Members
The Boone County Community Emergency Response Team is holding a training program for new recruits.

Weight Loss Surgery Without Incisions?
For the first time in this country, surgeons are performing a weight loss procedure without a single incision.

McCain Makes Last-Minute Appeal For Votes In Colorado
"America is worth fighting for. Nothing is inevitable here," the GOP nominee told his final rally of a marathon campaign.

Diddy, Pete Wentz, Other Celebs Cast Their Vote
After spending much of the presidential campaign season using his star wattage to get other people to the polls, Diddy, like other celebrity political boosters, spent the day leading by example.

Election Day 2008 Photo Gallery
Tri-State residents head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the 2008 Presidential Election.

Clermont Co. Sees Few Problems On Election Day
Large numbers of voters came out to polling places early Tuesday morning, and another rush is expected in the evening.

Stocks Stage Solid Rally On Election Day
As Americans went to the polls, investors were buying stocks. The key averages rose more than 3 percent.

FCC Approves Verizon Wireless' Purchase Of Alltel
The FCC is attaching several conditions to the deal, including a requirement that Verizon Wireless honor Alltel's existing roaming agreements for four years.

Long Lines Nationally, Few Other Problems For Voters
The biggest trouble was big crowds. But folks seemed to take it in stride.

Ky. Polling Places Show Waits As Long As Two Hours
Kentucky Secretary of State spokesman Les Fugate said the longest waits Tuesday were in Lexington, Louisville and northern Kentucky.

Meth Found In Boy's Halloween Trick-Or-Treat Bag
A Minnesota boy's parents say they found a bag of meth along with $85 mixed in among the Snickers bars and Skittles.

Voting Delays Keep Independence Poll Open
Problems with some computerized voting machines in Kenton County caused waits of over two hours for some voters.

Ohio Voting: Big Lines, But No Big Problems
No major problems were reported but in Montgomery County, which includes Dayton, so many people chose to use paper ballots instead of touch-screen machines that it may hold up the county's vote count until Wednesday, officials said.

John McCain Wins Kentucky
McCain won Kentucky and collected 8 electoral votes in a state that has picked the overall winner in presidential races since 1964.

Republican Daniels Wins 2nd Term As Ind. Governor
Republican Mitch Daniels wins 2nd term as Ind. governor over Democrat Jill Long Thompson.

Survey: Economy Top Concern For US Voters
Preliminary results from a national Associated Press exit poll of voters in Tuesday's elections

McConnell, Lunsford Locked In Close Race Early
With 13 percent of precincts reporting, McConnell had 120,595 votes or 51 percent, compared with 119,327 votes or 49 percent for Lunsford.

Close Race Between Obama, McCain In Indiana
The AP exit poll showed that about a third of voters who cast ballots for Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels also voted for Obama.

Democrats Snag Va. Senate Seat, Expect More Gains
The victory came as Democrats, piggybacking on aggressive Barack Obama voter-registration and get-out-the-vote drives in battleground states, reached for a coveted 60-seat, filibuster-proof Senate majority.

Independence Voters Still Waiting At 7:30 p.m.
The firehouse on Cox Road was hard hit when one of its three voting machines was taken out of service.

Local Woman Has Election Day Baby
April Pursley got to jump the voting line in Independence after her water broke.

8:30 P.M. Presidential Election Update
Barack Obama has won in New Jersey and Massachusetts -- and in his home state of Illinois while John McCain has won South Carolina, Tennessee and Oklahoma.

Ballot From Obama's Late Grandmother To Be Counted
The absentee ballot from Barack Obama's late grandmother will be counted, election officials in Hawaii said Tuesday.

Yarmuth Defeats Northup
In Louisville, a rematch between Republican Anne Northup and 3rd Congressional District Rep. John Yarmuth proved victorious for the Democrat.

Democrats Head For Bigger House Majority
It could be the first time in more than 75 years that Democrats would ride large waves of victory to bigger congressional margins in back-to-back elections.

Cordray Wins Race For Ohio Attorney General
Richard Cordray, Ohio's treasurer, won the race for attorney general on Tuesday, retaining the powerful office for his party following a high-profile scandal.

Young Voters Lean Heavily Toward Obama
Early exit polls showed that young voters were supporting Obama by a more than 2-1 margin, with his greatest support coming from black and Hispanic young people.

AP: Obama Wins Pennsylvania
The Associated Press reports Obama wins Pennsylvania.

Bush: 'May God Bless Whoever Wins Tonight'
Off the ballot but still in voters' minds, President Bush watched election results like the rest of the country Tuesday night.

State Ballots Feature Hot-Button Social Issues
Some of the nation's most divisive social issues -- gay marriage, abortion and affirmative action -- went before voters Tuesday as 36 states passed judgment on ballot measures as well as candidates.

Obama Takes Formidable Lead For White House
That's left the battlegrounds to settle the race: Florida, Ohio, Virginia, Colorado and more.

Issue 6 Defeated, Issue 5 Approved
This is the fourth time that Ohio voters have rejected an expansion of statewide gambling since 1990.

Barack Obama Wins In Ohio
The Illinois senator has beaten John McCain in Ohio and is building a near insurmountable Electoral College advantage as he bids to become the first black president.

McConnell Beats Lunsford
Republican Mitch McConnell has been re-elected over his opponent Democrat Bruce Lunsford.

Ohio Ballot Issues 2 & 3 Passed
Issue 2-Clean Ohio and Issue3-(Water) Property rights have been approved by voters.

Obama's Hometown Giddy With Prospect Of Victory
Barack Obama supporters in the senator's hometown began gathering near Grant Park for a huge election-night rally they hoped would be a historic victory celebration.

Obama Wins Iowa
Barack Obama has now added Iowa's seven electoral votes to his total, as he builds on his commanding lead over John McCain.

Biden Wins 7th Senate Term But May Not Serve
Joe Biden won a seventh Senate term Tuesday, defeating Republican challenger Christine O'Donnell and setting up several intriguing possibilities should he also win the vice presidency.

John McCain Wins In Texas
According to ABC, Barack Obama now leads McCain 207-135 in electoral votes.

McCain Faithful Gather In Ariz. To Welcome Mac Back
Arizona's adoptive son returned home Tuesday night to watch election returns and take to the manicured lawn of the Arizona Biltmore resort as the remarkable "comeback kid," or to concede defeat.

Ohio Defeats Casino Issue, Keeps Lending Limits
Voters rejected a proposed $600 million casino and approved a new payday lending law.

Police Investigating Serious Shooting In Millvale
Officials say the man shot in the chest has life-threatening injuries.

Ex-Bengals Coach Wyche Wins Councilman Seat In SC
The coach who led Cincinnati to a Super Bowl 20 years ago was elected councilman Tuesday in Pickens County, S.C.

AP: Obama Wins Virginia, New Mexico, Florida
The Associated Press reports Obama wins Virginia, New Mexico and Florida

All 9 Indiana Incumbent Congressmen Retain Seats
In an election year dominated by calls for change, Indiana's congressional delegation didn't.

Barack Obama Wins Presidency
The 47-year-old Democratic senator from Illinois sealed his victory by defeating Republican Sen. John McCain in a string of wins in hardfought battleground states -- Ohio, Florida, Virginia and Iowa.

NM Dem. Udall Carries On 'Green' Family Legacy
Udall family has long tradition of environmentalism and public service.

McCain, McConnell Win In Kentucky
Voters in Kentucky have broken a 44-year streak of picking overall winners in presidential races by backing Republican U.S. Sen. John McCain.

Obama Buoyed By Hispanic Voters
About two-thirds of Hispanics voted for Obama, decisively surpassing the 53 percent who voted for Democrat John Kerry in 2004, exit polls showed.

Obama Asks McCain For Help Leading Country
Obama said the Arizona senator was consistently someone who has showed class and honor during this campaign as he has during his entire life in public service.

McCain Concedes Presidency, Congratulates Obama
McCain told his supporters: 'It's natural tonight to feel some disappointment. Though we fell short, the failure is mine, not yours.'

Clermont County Vote All In
Voting was a mostly smooth process, according to Board of Elections Director Judy Miller.

Incumbent Chabot Leads Driehaus
Steve Chabot has endured some hard fought campaigns during his 14 years in congress, but has always managed to win.

Congresswoman Jean Schmidt Wins Re-Election
Schmidt said that she is ready to go back to Washington, and "roll up her sleeves" to work together with the new Obama administration.

Plenty Of Pressing Matters Await Next President
Congratulations, President-elect Barack Obama. Take a moment to relax and savor your victory -- but not too long. There already are plenty of pressing matters piling up in your in-box.

Obama Rides Economic Worries To Victory In Ohio
Ohio, which has 20 electoral votes, supported President Bush in the past two presidential elections, largely on values. But this time, the state voted by its wallets.

Obama Wins Pa., State Thought Crucial For McCain
Barack Obama claimed Pennsylvania and its 21 electoral votes despite an all-out push by John McCain to wrest away a state Republicans haven't won since 1988.

Asian Stock Markets Rise As US Elects New Leader
With Barack Obama's victory in the U.S. presidential race, investors were hopeful he could focus renewed energy on tackling deteriorating conditions in the world's largest economy.

Obama First Dem To Take Va. In 44 years
Obama became the first Democrat since Lyndon Johnson in 1964 to carry the state.

Obama Vows To Be President For All
He sprinkled his address with references to the civil rights struggle that has led to him being elected the country's first black president.

Bush Wishes Obama Well On A 'Great Journey'
'You are about to go on one of the great journeys of life. Congratulations and go enjoy yourself,' Bush told Obama.

The Tri-State & The White House - How OH, KY & IN Affected The Election
The two presidential candidates spent more time -- and more money -- in the Buckeye State than anywhere else.

Chabot Not Ready To Claim Victory in Ohio 1st District Race
Chabot says it's too early to claim victory.

Obama's Kenyan Relatives Cheer Win

11/05

Paper Ballots Lead To Long Night Of Vote Counting
It turned out to be a long night at the Butler County Board of Elections.

News From Columbus: Glitch-Free Election Night
Polls closed on time and without lawsuits.

Driehaus/Chabot Results Delayed
As midnight hit, still no answer on Ohio's 1st District Congressional race.

Results Of Notable Races, Issues On Ohio Ballots
Election Day 2008 proved to be a historic one.

Obama Victory Sets Off Jubilation
An estimated 100,000 people who had crowded into Grant Park in Chicago to greet Obama erupted in cheers and jubilantly waved American flags as the Illinois senator was elected the first black president.

Local Democrats Thrilled About Historic Election
After waiting all night, local Democrats give their opinion on the election.

Driehaus Defeats Chabot
Democrat Steve Driehaus has defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Steve Chabot, a Republican.

Lunsford Urges McConnell To Work With Obama Administration
In his concession speech Bruce Lunsford thanked his family, staff and supporters for a run at the Senate that he called the "journey of a lifetime."

Obama Victory Helps Unions, Auto Companies
Barack Obama's victory in the presidential race will give labor unions and the embattled U.S. auto industry a strong ally in the White House.

AP Analysis: Now Comes The Hard Part
No president since Franklin D. Roosevelt has faced economic and financial market crises so dire and so urgent as Obama confronts now. He also must deal with wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Computer Problem Delays Hamilton Co. Vote Count
Backup system brought in when computer crashes with only half the vote counted.

Dems Regain Ohio House After 14 Years
Unofficial results show Democrats picked up six seats held by Republicans to hold at least 50 seats in the 99-member House.

Palin Loses, Alaska Weighs Stevens Future
After a sometimes thrilling, sometimes bumpy run in the national spotlight, Alaska saw its governor defeated for vice president Tuesday.

Stewart, Colbert Parody Election In Real-Time
Comedy Central's Jon Stewart became the first comedian to announce presidential election results on live national television.

WCPO Local Election Results

Europe's Markets Take Profits On Obama Win
Europe's indexes had surged in anticipation of an Obama victory.

Ft. Wright Woman Killed In I-275 Crash
The crash shut down I-275 in Lawrenceburg for several hours Wednesday morning.

Empire State Building Lights Up For Election Winner
New York's Empire State Building was bathed in red and blue last night, as the nation's votes were counted.

Person Jumps From Westwood Apartment Fire
Officials say the person jumped from the balcony of an apartment on Lafeuille Circle after fire broke out.

Vote Count Continues In Cleveland
The vote counting has continued into this morning in Ohio's most heavily populated county.

Obama Turns To Task Of Building Administration
After eight years of Republican rule, Barack Obama turned Wednesday to the task of building a Democratic administration to lead the country out of war and into the financial recovery that he promised.

Butler Ballot Issues Put Schools In Flux
9News has learned that some big problems are impacting the counting of paper ballots in Butler County, meaning close races like school issues, are not yet decided.

Glitch Delays Ky. Senate Race
The winner of the Kentucky State Senate 23rd District race may not be named until Thursday.

Former Bengals' Coach Sam Wyche Elected To Council
Former Cincinnati Bengals coach Sam Wyche is now a city council member in South Carolina.

Mother, Kids Hit By Car In Green Twp.
A woman and her two toddlers were hit by a car Wednesday morning in Green Township.

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Police: Woman Stole From Open House Visits
Mariemont Police arrested a woman accused of stealing from homeowners during real estate open houses.

Funeral Planned For Fallen Dry Ridge Soldier
Sergeant Daniel Wallace was killed in Afghanistan last Friday.

Teens Die In Red River Gorge Climbing Accident
Two teenagers have been killed in a fall while rock climbing in the Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky.

Kenton Co. Judge Rules For Vote Recount
A Kenton County Judge has ruled for ballots to be recounted due to malfunctioning voting machines.

Duke Energy Reports Losses Due To Windstorm
Duke Energy says the cost of Hurricane Ike combined with recent mild weather has caused its third quarter profits to slide by 65 percent.

Google Pulls Out Of Yahoo Advertising Partnership
Google Inc. and Yahoo Inc. have scrapped their Internet advertising partnership, abandoning attempts to overcome the objections of antitrust regulators and customers who believed the alliance would give Google too much power over online commerce.

Ohio Newspapers Printing Extra Copies Because Of Obama Win
Ohio newspapers are printing extra copies today because the historic election of Barack Obama has people looking for keepsakes.

Stocks Fade After Big Gains
Investors have been treated to a series of dismal economic reports in recent days and Wednesday's update on the service sector was no exception.

Milford, Winton Woods School Levies Fail
Another $1 million may have to be cut from the budget.

Boehner To Seek Another Term As House GOP Leader
The Ohio lawmaker says in a letter to fellow GOP lawmakers that he's deeply disappointed by the outcome of Tuesday's election.

Voter Turnout Best In Generations
Voters cast their ballots in numbers not seen in at least 40 years, as millions of Americans picked their president early and waited in lines that stretched the lengths of blocks and buildings.

President Bush May Write A Book
With the president reportedly interested in writing about his White House years, publishers have a suggestion: Take your time.

McCain Starts Mapping Out A New Role In The Senate
Before resting from the grueling presidential race, John McCain began discussing with senior aides what role he will play in the Senate now that he has promised to work with the man who defeated him for president.

Ohio Officer Hit By Van, Driver Fatally Shot
A man has died hours after Columbus police said he struck an officer with his van and was then shot by another officer outside a club hosting an election party.

Profiles In Courage: Call For Nominees
Profiles In Courage honors African-Americans in our community who have met life's challenges hean on -- and won.

Tri-State Reacts To Presidential Election
No matter how they voted, Tri-State residents are reacting the announcement of President Elect Barack Obama.

McConnell Expects To Keep Senate Leadership Post
McConnell said he has 'overwhelming support' among his Republican colleagues for another term as Senate minority leader.

Driehaus Cites Hard Work, Obama Factor In Win
The Price Hill Democrat defeated seven-term Republican Congressman Steve Chabot Tuesday by more than 10,000 votes to win the seat.

Fairfield School Levy Fails After Paper Ballots Counted
School levy fails by almost 1,200 votes. Thousands of paper ballots had to be counted in Butler County.

Hazmat Crews Called To Cleves
Police say ten 55 gallon drums leaked fluid near the intersection of Cooper Road and US 50.

What Challenges Lie Ahead For Obama?
Now that the election is over, what do YOU think will be the biggest challenges Obama will face when he enters the White House?

Reds' Brandon Phillips Wins Gold Glove
Phillips is the first Reds player to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award since Pokey Reese earned the honors in 2000, also as a second baseman.

Survey: McConnell Won With Support From Democrats
A poll finds McConnell won a fifth term in the Senate by drawing support from Democrats, people who disapprove of President Bush and people who opposed the $700 billion rescue plan.

Stocks Decline On Post Election Sell-Off
The Dow plunged 486 points to 9,139.

One Dead After Grant Co. Accident
Police say a tractor trailer, asphalt truck, and a passenger vehicle were involved in the accident.

Butler Co. Finished Counting Paper Ballots
Twenty-two hours after the polls closed, election workers were still trying to get through the processing the thousands of paper ballots.

Save $1,000 By The Holidays
John Matarese shows how some moms are saving hundreds of dollars every month ...and shares some other ways to save as much as $1,000 in a few months.

Obama Supporters Reflect On Historic Win
Barbara Gould campaigned for Obama early on in 2007.

Obama Cut Into McCain's Turf To Win Ohio
Obama won only 19 of Ohio's 88 counties, but they were enough to put him over the edge.

George Clooney Reacts To Obama Win
The actor with Cincinnati ties released a statement about the election results.

Delta Air Lines Adding First Bag Fee
Delta says it will start charging $15 to check a first bag, joining an industry trend.

So What Did Obama Do The Day After?
Did Barack Obama get any sleep last night? He says, "Not as much as I'd like."

Officials: Emanuel Offered Chief Of Staff Job
Democratic officials say President-elect Barack Obama has picked his chief of staff.

What Could Obama's Win Mean For Cincinnati?
While some believe Cincinnati and other cities could get more attention from a President-Elect who was a community organizer, others cite more emotional ties with Obama for helping to change them and the Tri-state.

US Military Deaths In Iraq War At 4,191
As of Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at least 4,191 members of the U.S. military have died.

Two Skinheads Indicted In Alleged Plot Against Obama
A federal grand jury has indicted two white supremacists accused of plotting to kill Obama.

Calif. Gay Marriages Already Being Stopped
Some county clerks are already putting a stop to same-sex marriages as a result of elections.

Detroit Automakers, UAW To Meet With Pelosi
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the financial status of the struggling industry.

Obama's Strategy Pays Off With Indiana Win
Obama picked up 10 Indiana counties that President Bush had won in 2004.

Hand Counting Ballots In Kenton Co. Complete
Republican incumbent Jack Westwood narrowly defeated his Democratic rival Kathy Groob as he hung onto Kentucky's 23rd district.

11/06

Barack May Catch On As Baby Name
Barack Obama may have a "funny name," as he once said -- but it might just catch on among the nation's newborns.

No Big Winner In Hoosier Lottery
None of the tickets sold for Wednesday's Hoosier Lotto game matched all six numbers drawn.

No Big Powerball Winner For Drawing
None of the tickets sold for the Powerball game Wednesday night matched all six numbers drawn.

Charles Gibson And ABC Lead The Way Election Night
Preliminary Nielsen Media Research estimates show that ABC News, with Charles Gibson leading a team that broadcast from New York's Times Square, won bragging rights with 13.1 million prime-time viewers on Election night.

Obama's Win Causes Rush On Newsstands
Barack Obama's historic win has created a rush on newsstands.

Airline Crew Forced To Duct Tape Passenger
An airline crew used duct tape to keep a passenger in her seat because they say she became unruly, fighting flight attendants and grabbing other passengers, forcing the flight to land in North Carolina.

Couple Killed In Evanston Accident
Police say one of the vehicles traveled off I-71, went through a fence, and crashed into another SUV.

Delta Adds Fee For First Checked Bag
The world's largest carrier is adding a fee for checking a first bag.

Soap Star Voted Off 'Dancing With The Stars'
Susan Lucci voted off "Dancing With The Stars."

Awkward Moment For Brad Paisley
Brad Paisley had an awkward moment at the Grand Ole Opry this week.

Father Allegedly Threw Crying Infant Onto Table
The father of a five-month-old baby boy has been arrested after allegedly abusing the boy because he wouldn't stop crying.

Counterfeit Cash In Harrison Leads To Arrest
A Lawrenceburg is facing charges for allegedly making fake money on his home computer and then using it.

Bearcats Swim to Raise Money for Cancer Research
UC's "Hour of Power" swimming event is happening tonight to honor a past coach.

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Sheriff's Inmate Van Strikes Child In Mt. Auburn
Police say the 12 year-old was hit after running into the path of the van carrying Hamilton County jail inmates.

Police: Woman Tried To Run Over 9-Year-Old Child
Police say Erica Marcum tried to run over the boy near her Forest Park driveway.

Many Retailers Report Steep Sales Drop In October
The nation's retailers are reporting what are expected to be the weakest October sales in decades as an intensifying financial meltdown and mounting layoffs leave Americans too scared to shop.

Man Found Dead Inside Burning House In Price Hill
Crews discoverd the victim after making entry into the working structure fire and getting the fire extinguished.

Burglary Victims Try To Identify Stolen Items
Victims of about 50 home burglaries are stopping by the Warren County Sheriff's Office Thursday.

Mayor Mallory Looking For Young Professionals
The mayor says his Young Professional Kitchen Cabinet is important to his vision of the future of Cincinnati.

Warren County Issues Deep Frying Turkey Safety Tips
The Warren County Combined Health Districts want residents to be careful this holiday season.

Weakness Continues For Second Straight Day On Wall Street
The latest readings on retail sales and jobless claims gave investors no immediate reason for optimism about the economy.

I-Team: OSU Football - Who Gets Special Prices?
Ohio State Football fans, do we have a deal for you: Hard-to-get season tickets -- at face value. But wait a minute, only a select group can get them. That's what the I-Team's Hagit Limor found out.

Casino Backers To Gamble With Voters Again
Backers say the referendum they go after next year will be broader and include casinos in big cities, including Cincinnati.

Florence Couple Killed In Evanston Crash
Police say Barry and Kathy Treadway were killed when their vehicle hit an SUV on Duck Creek Road.

Emanuel Accepts Job As White House Chief For Obama
Democratic officials say Barack Obama's fellow Chicagoan Rahm Emanuel has agreed to be White House chief of staff.

Craigslist Plans Crackdown On Prostitution Ads
Craigslist pledged Thursday to crack down on ads for prostitution on its site.

Girl Scouts Turns Hoax Into Positive
Brownies from Cold Spring have taken bottle cap hoax and turned it into something good.

Meijer Announces Holiday Donation Program
Supercenter chain has announced a holiday donation program to benefit local food pantries.

Fidelity To Cut Nearly 1,300 Jobs
Fidelity said it will lay off about 2.9 percent of its more than 44,000-employee work force later this month.

Historic Sayler Park Church Up For Auction
Preservationists are hoping the Delhi Presbyterian Church will be donated.

Can Palin Resurrect The GOP? Does She Want To?
After a historic rebuke at the polls, the Republican Party is staggering into an uncertain tomorrow with its membership divided over what it means to be a Republican.

Thieves Target Car Of Local Obama Supporter
Items stolen from Ft. Mitchell resident's car and racial note left on windshield.

Man Busted For Drug Trafficking In Ky.
A Pittsburgh, Penn., man was arrested after a Ky., deputy located 57 pounds of marijuana in his car.

Bush Sets Oval Office Meeting With Obama
President Bush and Barack Obama on Monday will hold their first substantive talks about the nation's daunting priorities as the transition to a Democratic administration accelerates.

Hamilton Co. Could Be Facing Big Budget Cuts
Hamilton County Administrator Patrick Thompson will present the 2009 budget to commissioners on Monday.

Gov't Seizes More Contaminated Heparin
Federal agents Thursday seized quantities of a contaminated blood thinner made in China from a small manufacturer in Cincinnati.

Lighthouse Youth Services, Channel 9 Bring Happy Holidays
The service and Channel 9 have partnered to help make the holiday brighter for homeless teenagers.

Stocks Down Sharply For Second Straight Day
The Dow fell 443 points to 8,695.

Spotlight On The Arts: Fiber Arts
Some local artisans are putting the creations of yarn and fabric up for sale.

Obama To Meet With Economic Advisers Friday
Barack Obama planned his first public appearance since his victory; a meeting with economic advisers to discuss the nation's financial woes.

Former Bank Employee Convicted Of Embezzlement, Tax Evasion
Daryl Turner admitted to taking the money from accounts he managed in the private client services division.

Help On The Way This Winter For Ky. Families
The heating assistance program has received a 40 percent increase in funding.

Hamilton Community Center In Need Of Funding
The Booker T. Washington Community Center Director says $300,000 are needed to keep the center operating.

Veteran Receives Honor More Than 65 Years Later
92-year-old Charles Newkirk left UC to serve in World War II.

Update: Daytime Burglars Arrested
Detectives say they've tracked down items stolen from more than fifty homes in six Southwest Ohio counties.

West Chester Police Looking for Pharmacy Robbers
West Chester Police are trying to find two men who robbed a Walgreens Pharmacy.

Rising Unemployment Means Longer Waits For Jobs
With more people looking for work, expect it to take a lot longer to find a job you want and to get hired.

US Bank Robbed In Middletown
Two men robbed a US Bank in Middletown around lunchtime Thursday.

Indiana Counties To Get Federal Disaster Aid
Money to cover costs from September windstorm damage.

Bush to Welcome Obama to White House Monday
First lady Laura Bush will give Michelle Obama a private tour of the White House residence.

Mattel To Cut 1,000 Jobs
Toymaker to cut three-percent of its worldwide work force.

Another Push For Casino Gambling In Kentucky
Churchill Downs President not ready to give up

Florence Couple Killed In Evanston Head-On Crash
Vehicle leaves I-71 and crashes into vehicle on another road, critically injuring Mt. Carmel man.

Hamilton County Will Be Facing Big Cuts
Officials say there will be layoffs and budget cuts.

Mayor Mallory Heads To China
Mallory is part of a tour organized by the Cincinnati Parks Board and paid for through private donations.

Mt. Healthy School Board Weighs Levy Options
Voters failed to approve a levy on Tuesday.

Hamilton Co. Called Key To Obama's Win
Political analysts are calling Hamilton County the key to Barack Obama's victory in Ohio.

Vote Of 'No Confidence' For West Chester Police Chief
The "no confidence" vote comes after an internal investigation.

Tri-state Teens Receive YMCA Character Awards
Forty Tri-state teenagers from diverse backgrounds were honored by the YMCA Thursday night.

Man Walks Onto Playground With Knife In Waistband
Norwood police arrested a man who they say made his way onto the grounds of Norwood View Elementary School.

Electric Car Is A Real GEM
9News Anchor Brendan Keefe explores a new, 100 percent electric car.

Baseball GMs Flip On Coin Toss
When is gambling not gambling? When professional sports says it isn't.

11/07

Bowling Ball Takes Bullet For Teen
Police in suburban Detroit report a bowling ball took a bullet for a teenager.

Report: NKU English Chair In Coma After Stroke
The student newspaper of Northern Kentucky University reports that the chair of the English department is in a coma after suffering a stroke.

Cincinnati Police Investigating Alleged Rape
Police are investigating the report of a rape that allegedly happened overnight in Walnut Hills.

Mom Now Charged In Case Of Thrown Crying Baby
One day after a father was charged for allegedly throwing his infant because he would not stop crying, there are new developments in the case.

Teen Held In String Of Senior Citizen Carjackings
Police believe a teen in custody might be behind several stolen cars taken from senior citizens.

Shot Fired At Bowling Green University
Police are investigating a shot fired in the parking lot of Bowling Green State University.

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Jobless Rate Bolts To 14-Year High Of 6.5 Percent
The jobless rate zoomed to 6.5 percent in October from 6.1 percent in September, matching the rate in March 1994.

GM Reports $2.5B 3Q Loss
The automaker also said its cash burn for the quarter accelerated to $6.9 billion due to a severe U.S. auto sales slump.

Stocks Advance After Two Days Of Heavy Losses
Stock prices are rising at midday on Wall Street despite word of a soaring unemployment rate and massive losses for the automakers.

Binge Drinking Down Slightly Among Ind. Collegians
Binge drinking is defined as five or more drinks for a male and four or more drinks for a female in a two-hour period.

Students Claim Harassment For Supporting Obama
Crystal Fluker tells 9News students told her daughter to close her jacket so they couldn't see her Barack Obama t-shirt.

Comair On-Time Rated Worst
Delta Air Lines Inc.’s regional subsidiary, Comair, had the worst on-time performance in September, while Hawaiian Airlines had the best.

Ohio Announces Historic Election Summit
Following an Ohio election widely praised as smooth and efficient, Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner has announced the creation of a historic Ohio Election Summit.

I-Team Preview: Denied In The Line Of Duty
When a police officer is shot in the line of duty, you would expect the state to go to extra-ordinary lengths to help the wounded officer. But our I-Team discovered more than one case where police officers have faced long battles with the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation as they fought to get medical care.

Families Line Up For Heat Assistance Program
More than 1,200 people in N.Ky. have applied for help.

Early Veterans Day Celebration Held At Oak Hills High School
Officials say it was the school's way of recognizing the men and women who served our country.

3,600 GM Workers To Be Indefinitely Laid Off
GM spokesman Anthony Sapienza said the production line 're-rates,' as they are called, help reduce inventory and adjust to shrinking market demand.

Consumers Unexpectedly Borrowed More In September
Economists expected consumers trimmed their borrowing at a 0.5 percent pace in September.

Obama Calls For Swift Action On Economy
President-Elect Barack Obama said Congress needs to pass an economic stimulus measure either before or just after he takes office in January.

Marco Chapman Closer To Execution
A judge says the Kentucky Death Row inmate is competent to fire his public defenders and seek his own execution.

Mother, Daughter Killed In Wilmington Crash
Police say the mother and her two small children were in a sedan that collided head-on with a woman driving an SUV on Gurneyville Road.

Fairfield Schools Won't Try For New Levy
The current levy ends at the end of the year and the school has about $1.3 million left.

Deputies Search For Convicted Drug Dealer
Carl Mackey is wanted for violating his probation in 2005 after serving time in federal prison for trafficking cocaine.

Stocks Rise After Two Days Of Heavy Selling
Stocks closed at their high of the session in light trading as investors showed relief that a bad report on unemployment wasn't worse.

Santa Wants To Hear from You
Kenton County libraries accepting letters to Santa.

Not Every Story Has A Happy Ending
50 boys and girls get connected with cops-to-be for mentoring.

DHL To Announce US Restructuring Plans On Monday
Thousands of jobs at stake at DHL Air Park in Wilmington.

Mason Students Claim Harassment For Obama Support
Some Mason High School students said they are dealing with hate in the hallways and the classrooms because they support President-elect Barack Obama.

Chinese Educators Visit Southwestern Ohio Schools
Walnut Hills High School included for its academic excellence and diversity.

Tri-state Doctors Upset About Heparin Seizure
Doctors say they're appalled to learn a local company may still be distributing a contaminated blood thinner, almost 7 months after the government first recalled it.

String Of Vehicle Break-ins In Fairfield Twp.
Police are warning residents to lock their vehicles and look out for suspicious activity.

Funeral For Slain Minister This Saturday
A visitation service was held Friday evening for a local minister who was shot and killed outside of a funeral in Covington.

Hamilton Applies For Grant To Fight Blight
Some federal aid might be on the way to help some blighted communities in the Tri-state.

Bootsy Collins To Release 'Fallen Soldiers Memorial' CD
A ceremony to dedicate a new Veterans memorial in Deerfield Township is set for Sunday.

Volunteers Build New Playground
The Glory Lake area in Colerain Township has something now that it didn't have yesterday.

Teen Killed In Dearborn Co. Crash
The fatal accident remains under investigation.

Soldiers, Civilians Form Giant Yellow Ribbon
The event marks Military Family Appreciation Month.

Union Man Going To Prison For Mail Fraud Scheme
Prosecutors say a man collected thousands of dollars from vendors for a festival he had no intention of having.

Woman Sentenced For Stealing From Employer
A West Chester woman will spend three years in prison for stealing nearly $350,000 from her employer.

Police Search For Armed Bank Robbery Suspect
Cincinnati police need your help finding a bank robbery suspect who is considered armed and dangerous.

Ohio, Ky. Governors Support Aid For Auto Industry
Strickland says any deal must protect workers.

2 Killed, 2 Injured In Clinton Co. Crash
A 23-year-old mother and her 3-year-old child were killed in the Clinton County crash.

Dry Ridge Says Goodbye To Fallen Soldier
The body of a Tri-state soldier killed in Afghanistan will be laid to rest on Saturday.

Online Yoga Classes
This year, nearly 16 million people will hit the yoga mat. Some will strike a pose in a yoga studio. Others in front of their very own computer.

11/08

N.Ky. Man Sentenced For Tall Stacks Scam
Kenneth Roth of Union was sentenced for promoting arts and crafts festivals to vendors and not putting on the events.

Crews Investigate Whitewater Twp. Fire
The fire broke out around 7:45 a.m. in the garage behind a home in the 100 block of Ohio Street.

Candle Blamed For Westwood Fire
Investigators say an overturned candle is to blame for a fire that caused $8,000 damage to a Westwood home Friday night.

Good Food For A Good Cause
The Mason Kiwanis Club hosted their 50th annual Pancake Day at Mason Middle School Commons Saturday morning.

Pryor, Wells Lead No. 12 Ohio State To 45-10 Win
Terrelle Pryor threw for three scores and Chris "Beanie" Wells ran for two more, leading No. 12 Ohio State to a 45-10 victory over Northwestern.

Stafford Helps Bulldogs Escape UK Wildcats
Freshman Cobb ran for 82 yards and three scores for UK, but threw an interception with 46 seconds remaining.

Fenwick Girls Win Soccer State Championship
Third-ranked Fenwick had never advanced past the district tournament before this season, but went 7-0 in the postseason.

St. Ursula Girls: Div. 1 Soccer State Champs
Second-ranked Cincinnati St. Ursula Academy prevailed once again, beating sixth-ranked Strongsville 1-0 Saturday at Columbus Crew Stadium.

New Store Opens During Gloomy Economy
As so many doors are closing, some opened Saturday to a lot of excited shoppers at the new Container Store in Kenwood Towne Plaza.

Quick, Someone Buy Some Batter!
On this crisp, cool Saturday morning quite the hungry crowd turned out to the Mason Kiwanis' 50th Annual Pancake Day.

Pair Accused Of Faking Bruises For Pills
Sheriff's deputies say Bryan Williamson and Christopher Sumner used ink to fake injuies so they could get pain killers.

Man With Alzheimer Missing From Cleveland Area Located
Franklin Scott was found around 11 p.m. and returned home safely.

Man Arrested After 72-Year-Old-Woman Carjacked
Cincinnati Police say William Chambers allegedly stole a woman's car along Paddock Road Thursday morning while she was still inside.

Gun Supporters Fearing Ban Buying More
Gun supporters say Obama may restrict gun ownership, so they're buying more.

Russian Navy: Sub Accident Kills More Than 20
The nuclear reactor aboard the submarine was operating normally and radiation levels were normal, navy spokesman Capt. Igor Dygalo.

Edwards Wins Nationwide Race To Close On Bowyer
Carl Edwards improved his bid to win a championship this season, rolling to a dominating win Saturday to stay in mathematical contention for the Nationwide Series title.

Bearcats Beat No. 20 West Virginia In OT
Tony Pike threw a 2-yard touchdown pass to Kazeem Alli in overtime to lift Cincinnati to a 26-23 win over West Virginia on Saturday night.

11/09

Fire Causes $85K Damage To Avondale Apartments
Firefighters battled flames coming from the second floor windows of the vacant two-family building.

Three Families Displaced After Bond Hill Fire
Investigators say the fire was started by an unattended candle in a bedroom.

Model Trains Are On The Track For A Good Cause
Over a mile of train tracks and 1,000 miniature buildings lay the ground work to help raise money for charity.

Wine & Beer Tasting For A Good Cause
Libations flowed at the annual Taste of the World Wine and Beer Festival this weekend.

Health Care Goes To The Dogs
Local veterinarians helped police dogs stay healty with free screenings Sunday.

Fountain Square Christmas Tree Reaches New Heights
This holiday season brings the biggest Christmas tree Fountain Square has ever displayed.

Judge Says He'll Find Death Row Inmate Competent
A judge says Marco Chapman is competent to fire his public defenders and seek his own execution.

Mason Funeral Home Holds Celebration Of Life
Remembrance service held to honor the memory of veterans and loved ones who have passed away.

Bearcats Forge 3-way Tie Atop Big East
Injuries at quarterback and lethargic play on offense have done little to slow Cincinnati's progress.

Accident On Russian Nuclear Sub Suffocates 20
The fire safety system accidentally turned on spewing a gas that suffocated 20 people and sent 21 others to the hospital.

WWII Veterans Create Deep Friendship
Veterans' Day is dedicated to peace on behalf of those who have served in war, but the legacy of veterans is far more than names memorialized in granite.

Johnson Closes In On Record-Tying 3rd Title
Johnson led a race-high 217 of the 313 laps to pull away from Carl Edwards in their race for the Sprint Cup title.

Bearcats, Buckeyes Move Up In AP Rankings
Cincinnati's 26-23 win in overtime against 20th-ranked West Virginia last night got the Bearcats into the Top 25.

I-Team: Denied In The Line Of Duty
Our I-Team discovered more than one case where police officers have faced long battles with the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation as they fought to get medical care.

Obama To Use Executive Orders For Immediate Impact
John Podesta, Obama's transition chief, said Sunday Obama isreviewing President Bush's executive orders on those issues and others as he works to undo policies enacted during eight years of Republican rule.

DHL Employees Could Be Losing Jobs In Wilmington
Monday morning officials will announce restructuring plan.

11/10

Man Shot In Walnut Hills
Police are looking for two suspects in the shooting that happened early Monday morning.

I-71 Northbound Reopens After Early Morning Crash
I-71 northbound has reopened after an accident caused officials to close it at Kenwood Road Monday morning.

Lima Company Tribute Coming To Cincinnati
The life-size oil paintings honoring the sacrifices of the Lima Company are coming to the Cincinnati Museum Center this week.

Europe, Asian Markets Surge On China Stimulus Plan
European stock markets opened higher Monday after Asia's markets were boosted by China's $586 billion plan to stimulate its economy, a main driver of global growth.

Crews Battle Fire In Sycamore Twp.
Firefighters were called a house fire in the 12000 block of Sixth Avenue Monday morning.

Salvation Army Kicks Off Holiday Fund Raising
The Salvation Army kicked off its annual holiday fundraising campaign Monday in Northern Kentucky.

Hamilton Co. Could Announce Job Cuts Today
Hamilton County officials are expected to make an announcement Monday that could result in nearly 500 employees losing their jobs.

Final Two Set To Go In World Series Of Poker
Ivan Demidov and Peter Eastgate will battle heads up for $9.15 million at the World Series of Poker on Monday night.

Government Provides New Aid To AIG
The $40 billion infusion comes from the recently enacted $700 billion financial bailout package.

Hoosiers Savoring Big Drop In Gas Prices
After months of sky-high gasoline prices that topped $4 a gallon, many Indiana motorists can afford to fill up their tanks again following a plunge in gas prices.

Dancing With The Stars Tickets On Sale Today
Tickets for the fourth Dancing With The Stars Tour go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday morning.

Report: DHL To Cut 9,500 U.S. Jobs
The Associated Press is reporting that Deutsche Post AG will cut 9,500 jobs in the U.S. belonging to DHL workers.

Eight-Year-Old Faces Counts Of Premeditated Murder
An 8-year-old Arizona boy is due in court Monday to face two counts of premeditated murder in the shooting death of his father and a friend, a hearing on the same day mourners were to gather for a funeral.

Circuit City Files For Bankruptcy Protection
Just one week after a Circuit City announced it was closing 20 percent of its stores, the electronics retailer has filed for bankruptcy.

School Bus Collides With Deer In Clermont Co.
No one was injured when a school bus hit a deer in Clermont County Monday morning.

Two University Of Kentucky Students Killed In Crash
Two University of Kentucky students have been killed and another injured when their car crossed the median of Interstate 75 and collided with a tractor-trailer rig.

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Woman Shot On Winton Terrace Street
A woman was shot early Monday morning in Winton Terrace as she stood on a street.

Stocks Rise In Early Trading
Investors are reacting positively to news of China's $586 billion economic stimulus plan.

DHL Unlikely To See Much Immediate Impact
Spokeswoman Michele Nadeem says it's unclear how severely business will decline in Wilmington when the company downsizes U.S. operations in late January.

Hamilton Co. Budget Proposal To Cut 532 Jobs
The 2009 budget proposal includes an overall decrease of $31 million and the elimination of 532 jobs.

Dept. Of Job & Family Services Director Put On Leave
The decision follows allegations that state computers were used for political fundraising.

Man Wanted For Alleged Robbery At Westwood Dept. Store
Police say 28-year-old William Martin allegedly tried to steal merchandise from the Sears store on Glenway Avenue.

Convicted Carjacker Wanted For Parole Violations
Michael Lee Jordan, 38, was convicted in 1989 of pulling a gun on a cab driver, robbing him, and stealing the cab.

Public Forums Held On West Chester Library's Future
Officials are seeking public input on what to do with old building.

Lanes To Close Overnight On I-275
Motorists traveling Interstate 275 in Kenton County should be alert to lane closures due to roadwork.

Stocks Mostly Positive On Wall Street
The government is providing a new $150 billion financial-rescue package to troubled insurance giant American International Group, including $40 billion for partial ownership.

'What's On The Menu' Investigation: UPDATE Lawsuit Filed
Lawsuit claims that popular restaurants sold light-menu items loaded with calories. Are you eligible to make a claim?

Obama To Get His First Look At The Oval Office
Bush invited Obama for the private talk, a rite of passage between presidents and successors that extends for decades.

Needy Families Can Sign Up For Holiday Toys
The Salvation Army is taking registrations all this week for its annual Toy Shop.

Trumpet Playing Robot To Perform With Pops
The world’s first and only trumpet-playing robot will perform for the first time with Erich Kunzel and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra.

Traffic Delays Expected On Some Boone Co. Roads
Delays can be expected on Industrial Road between U.S. 42 and Dixie Highway.

No End In Sight For Combs-Hehl Bridge Work
Repairs began after inspectors found what amounts to small stress fractures in the bridge's infrastructure.

Two Dead In Argument After Alabama-LSU Game
Investigators say Dennis Smith, an LSU fan, called Michael Williams, an Alabama fan, after the game, and the Smiths then went to Williams' home, where a physical altercation led to the shooting.

Driving On I-75 In Grant Co. Gets A Little Easier
Kentucky highway crews will now have both lanes open in each direction.

Clermont Co. Official Enters Plea, Resigns
A county official in southwest Ohio has resigned after pleading no contest to a misdemeanor for voting to award a contract to her son's company.

Armed Robbery Suspect's Sketch Released
Elsmere police hope someone may be able to identify the man who held up a service station from a sketch police released.

Mayor: Wilmington Won't Be A Ghost Town After DHL
With DHL announcing it will cease most U.S. delivery services on January 30, officials say they'll find to find new air park tenants

Carson Palmer Out Another Week
Palmer has missed the last four games because of an injured right elbow.

Little Miami Schools May Turn To Pay to Play
The district must decide what to do if a levy doesn't pass before next school year.