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By: WLWT News 5

Morning! Join us weekdays for a quick recap of your Greater Cincinnati headlines, plus your forecast for the day and how to plan for the days ahead. We bring you 5 stories, as seen on WLWT News 5, in 5 (ish) minutes. And a little fun to get your day started!

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5on5in5 - August 25, 2026
#642
Today at 12:11 PM

Your 5on5in5!
BREAKING - 16-year-old arrested in shooting death of 14-year-old in East Price Hill
1) Former judge arrested for bringing contraband into jail in exchange for sex
2) Woman admits to sexual contact with animals, on trial for more serious sex abuse of child charges
3) Sittenfeld pardoned on bribery charges, money he was fined must be returned
4) Canada plans reciprocal tariffs on US, with US threatening more to come
5) Hamilton West Side Little League keeps title hopes alive, play NJ tonight at 7 p.m. 


5on5in5 - August 24, 2026
#641
Yesterday at 12:10 PM

Your 5on5in5!
1) UC gets back to school, but violence just off campus has police investigating. 
2) 14yo victim in East Price Hill shooting passes away from injuries over the weekend
3) Warren County trial for woman accused of sex abuse against child, other charges begins
4) Trump puts tariffs on Canada while loosening for ground beef imports to dismay of Republicans in agricultural states. 
5) Hamilton West Side looks to continue LLWS run in elimination game vs TX at 3PM


5on5in5 - August 20, 2026
#640
Last Thursday at 11:51 AM

Your 5on5in5!
1) Family updates the status of 14-year-old shot in East Price Hill Tuesday, still no suspects
2) Trump threatens Iran with "economic D-Day" with no deal in sight and war nearing 6-month mark
3) Springfield Mayor confirms ICE operations after TPS expires for Haitians 
4) Moderna, Merck make cancer drug breakthrough, more testing needed
5) Hamilton West Side All-Stars set for 1st LLWS game today, tournament reminds public not to gamble on kids sport.


5on5in5 - August 19, 2026
#639
Last Wednesday at 12:11 PM

Your 5on5in5!
1) Sources: 11-year-old shot in East Price Hill 
2) CPS sends thousands of kids back to school with budget issues looming overhead
3) Trump pauses potential tariffs on Canada for 3-days saying deal has been reached
4) Ft. Mitchell Mayor moves to end Flock camera use in city limits
5) Cincy Open Round of 16 on deck with Gauff, Sabalenka, Tiafoe headlining Wednesday


5on5in5 - August 18, 2026
#638
08/18/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Cincinnati Police investigating deadly Clifton shooting with another victim injured
2) Mason Police called to barricaded suspect, Man arrested after shooting woman 
3) Trump threatens US ally with bombing over Strait of Hormuz negotiations with Iran
4) Kentucky, et al. vs Meta, States take social media company to court over addiction, algorithm 
5) Reds use Myers heroics, De La Cruz walk-off to take Game 2 from Cardinals. 


5on5in5 - August 17, 2026
#637
08/17/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) CPD, Green Township Police investigating kidnapping, police chase and deadly shooting that left suspect dead. 
2) 4 killed in car crash into Mill Creek. Police investigating cause. 
3) Trump tells DoD to 'scale back' scope of military exercise with South Korea over them not helping with Iran War, relationship with North Korea
4) Residents of Independence, Ky to get voices heard on surveillance Flock cameras being installed
5) Cincinnati Open continues with Williams sisters taking court in doubles play against Cincinnati native. 


5on5in5 - August 14, 2026
#636
08/14/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Flood concerns continue with evacuation orders in SE Indiana
2) Power outages continue with heat and humidity on the way this weekend
3) 3 suspects in murder investigation of 7-year-old boy to be arraigned today
4) USS Lincoln Carrier Strike Group set to finally return home after nearly 250-day deployment
5) Reds lose Greene for 12-18 months to another Tommy John surgery, team set for long streak of games amid playoff race. 


5on5in5 - August 13, 2026
#635
08/13/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Flooding, downed trees and power outages continue to plague Greater Cincinnati 
2) Gas prices take big jump the wrong way as there is no US deal with Iran, Strait of Hormuz impassable 
3) New school bus law in KY, all lanes stop for bus when no concreate barrier or unpaved median is present
4) Illinois Powerball player wins $1 billion dollar grand prize
5) Bengals open preseason game vs Lions at Paycor at 7pm


5on5in5 - August 11, 2026
#634
08/11/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) HamCo Coroner to give update on 7-year-old murdered in Oakley 
2) Alleged killer of OTR gym owner will get hearing on evidence before scheduled trial 
3) Trump, RFK Jr. issue new orders on vaccine schedule for kids with pediatricians pushing back
4) More than 100 dead in 7.4 earthquake in Colombia, search and rescue teams comb rubble for survivors
5) Cincinnati Open begins qualifying play ahead of main draw Thursday in Mason


5on5in5 - August 10, 2026
#633
08/10/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) 911 call released when mother of child killed in Oakley shows up to hospital in distress
2) 1 of 3 suspects charged in child death has history of violence, victim speaks out on what she experienced in parking lot
3) US & Iran conflict continues with Iran making new demands and the US considering economic sanctions
4) US Rep. Max Miller to continue re-election campaign in spite of calls to withdraw over domestic abuse allegations 
5) Buc'ee's says it tried to work out differences with Beavercreek Mini-mart, City taking own action over beaver


5on5in5 - August 7, 2026
#632
08/07/2026

1) BREAKING - 3 women arrested in death of 7-year-old mentally handicapped boy 
2) Sales Tax Holiday begins with Operation Backpack still taking donations
3) VOA night 2 on deck, downpours could impact the shows 
4) Beavercreek Mini-mart at center of Buc-ee's lawsuit expected to have major windfall with public "cash mob" 
5) Reds sweep Athletics with 4 HR game 3, have won 11 of 15. 


5on5in5 - August 6, 2026
#631
08/06/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) VOA Country Musicfest starts tonight with plans for storms in the forecast
2) Network of Hope losing federal accreditation over unsafe practices allegations from Health & Human Services
3) TPS now over for thousands of Haitian immigrants, told to leave voluntarily or be arrested
4) Iran, US continue to work through deal as Strait of Hormuz remains closed
5) Hunter Greene on IL, Reds go for sweep of Athletics


5on5in5 - August 5, 2026
#630
08/05/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Cincinnati City Council to vote on flood relief funding
2) Operation Backpack major collection happening today!
3) P&G reports layoffs to federal government, also reports $3.4b purchase of supplement company
4) Lockland cancels football season due to lower player turnout
5) Buc-ee's files trademark infringement against Beavercreek mini-mart over beaver logo, colors 


5on5in5 - August 4, 2026
#629
08/04/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) City Council Committee meets to discuss July flooding fall out, changes for future
2) CPS Board turns to 'property tax' levy over 'income tax' levy for November ballot
3) IN heads back to school, cellphones must stay put away. WLWT's Operation Backpack continues
4) Arrest made tied to one of three major fires in Washington state. 
5) Reds trade Lowe, Ferguson at deadliner


5on5in5 - July 31, 2026
#628
07/31/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Spectrum offers $25,000 for info into who shot one of their utility workers early Thursday morning
2) Gas prices hit $4/gallon in Ohio, as Exxon, Chevron make record profits amid war in Iran 
3) Hamas, Israel allegedly make a deal according to President Trump. Israel hasn't committed to plan yet. 
4) 84-year-old scammed out of $10,000, picked up by suspect and taken to bank to withdraw cash
5) Greater Cincinnati set to see an estimated 200,000 people between Reds, FCC, Chris Stapleton, Paddlefest & Omega Psi Phi Grand Conclave


5on5in5 - July 30, 2026
#627
07/30/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) CPD - Spectrum worker shot twice after Avondale robbery, looking for at least 1 suspect
2) Doctor at center of sexual assault allegation in Brown County no longer listed in jail, additional charges pending as more alleged victims come forward 
3) US, Iran war escalates as gas prices start to rise again
4) Graeter's Blueberry Pie ice cream is back as 'Cones for a Cure' cancer research fundraiser begins
5) Bengals day 1 of training camp sees fight among starters, severity of Shemar Stewart left knee injury unknown


5on5in5 - July 29, 2026
#626
07/29/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Bengals being 2026 season, open training camp
2) Lull in strikes ends between US & Iran 
3) Elm St. in downtown Cincinnati converts to 2-way street amid BSB project
4) KY Gov. Beshear asks for more evidence of Sen. McConnell's fitness to serve during hospitalization 
5) Reds split Tuesday doubleheader with Cleveland, game 3 tonight ahead of 4-game set with Pittsburgh


5on5in5 - July 28, 2026
#625
07/28/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) CPS approves "earned income tax" levy for fall ballot, hoping to raise more than $70 million dollars for district
2) Brown County cardiologist arrested for sex crimes against patients 
3) Cincinnati closing road between Hyde Park/Oakley to test Duck Creek floodgate after sensors fail during recent flash flooding
4) No Powerball winner Monday night with jackpot growing to more than $660 million, Mega Millions drawing tonight for $800 million
5) Bengals report for training camp ahead of 2026 hoping to end post-season drought. 


5on5in5 - July 27, 2026
#624
07/27/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) A violent single car crash on Hamilton Ave in Northside leaves at least one injured, police looking for driver 
2) 18-year-old in court after allegedly admitting to firing shots along 71
3) Temporary protected status on Haitians, Syrians ends today. Deportations could resume
4) 3 dead, at least 4 injured in dispute at Seattle festival. 
5) Reds take consecutive series on road trip. Return home for Ohio Cup against Cleveland Guardians


5on5in5 - July 22, 2026
#623
07/22/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Tornado's touch down across Greater Cincinnati bringing destruction 
2) Cincinnati neighborhoods flood for 2nd time in 5 days, Mayor issues 'declaration of emergency'
3) Iran, US trade strikes for 11th day. Trump says US has no interest in negotiations 
4) Tropical Storm Bertha expected to make landfall in SE Louisiana 
5) FCC is back at TQL post World Cup break 


5on5in5 - July 21, 2026
#622
07/21/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) US & Iran trade strikes for 10th day in row, another strait faces blockade to impact oil prices
2) 700-room downtown hotel set for 10 a.m. groundbreaking!
3) FDA clarifies "false positive" for Taylor Farms, says they are still center of the investigation
4) E-Bike conversation heads to Ft. Thomas as communities try to adapt 
5) KFC's Colonel Sanders home, possibly his famous fried chicken recipe, up for auction


5on5in5 - July 20, 2026
#621
07/20/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Taylor Farms: FDA apologizes over "false positive" in Cyclospora testing
2) Cincinnati City officials investigating flooding infrastructure after Friday deadly deluge
3) US service members KIA identified in US vs Iran war
4) Princeton City Schools announces deaths of two educators in matter of days
5) Spain dominates Argentina 1-0 to claim second World Cup title. 


5on5in5 - July 17, 2026
#620
07/17/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) FDA identifies single supplier of lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak sickening thousands, investigation continues
2) Late night shooting leaves man in hospital, another under arrest after comments about family member
3) Iran, US continue to trade strikes for 6th night
4) Trump claims election interference in 2020 election in evening address. WLWT, PolitiFact fact check the speech.
5) Chase Burns, Reds agree to major contract extension topping $100 million bucks. 


5on5in5 - July 16, 2026
#619
07/16/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Kids found safe in Milan after overnight silver alert, man considered suspect still on the loose 
2) Another closure involving BSB Corridor project, 71NB to 2nd street exit closed until 2028
3) US, Iran continue trading strikes
4) House passes bill on permanent daylight saving time, would make for 9am winter sunrises 
5) Messi, Argentina book ticket to final vs Spain in World Cup


5on5in5 - July 10, 2026
#618
07/10/2026

Your 5on5in5! 
1) Remembering longtime HamCo public servant Simon "Si" Leis 
2) 75 NB set to close near Lockland Split for weekend repairs
3) Bipartisan housing bill faces crucial deadline and decision from President Trump
4) Joe Nuxhall Miracle League tournament kicks off in Fairfield
5) "Strike Out Hunger" campaign returns!


5on5in5 - July 8, 2026
#617
07/08/2026

Your 5on5in5! 
1) Trump says ceasefire is over between Iran, US after both sides trade overnight strikes. Oil prices jump, stocks sink 
2) CPS inviting parents to be part of solution to budget woes
3) Former UC student suing university, off-campus housing over sexual assault from 2023. 
4) Senators say they've spoken to hospital stricken Senator Mitch McConnell during 3+ week stay, no word on why he's there
5) World Cup quarterfinals are set!


5on5in5 - July 7, 2026
#616
07/07/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Juvenile walks into Cincinnati Children's Hospital with gunshot wound, police say it happened near downtown library
2) 40-year old cold case finally has charges in murder of traveling salesmen 
3) Status of KY Senator Mitch McConnell uncertain 3 weeks after being admitted to hospital
4) Trump arrives at NATO, with war in Iran & defense spending top of mind
5) USMNT eliminated from World Cup in embarrassing fashion on home soil. 


5on5in5 - July 6, 2026
#615
07/06/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Police officer, 3 others dead, including suspect, in shooting in Rittman, OH just outside of Akron
2) Boone Co. Deputies shoot, kill off-duty Florence officer after domestic violence call and shots fired. 
3) Work begins on Green Township roundabout, months-long intersection closure 
4) Former UC basketball player arrested in fraud scheme
5) USMNT striker Flo Balogun eligible to play vs Belgium after call from White House, FIFA Discipline panel ruling


5on5in5 - July 3, 2026
#614
07/03/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Police will be on the lookout for impaired drivers this holiday weekend as gas prices remain high
2) High heat forces changes in plans, warnings from officials as you celebrate the holiday
3) First responders prepare for influx of calls for fireworks injuries, know your local laws
4) 40-year old cold case gets a break as a man is arrested for a Warren County murder
5) Reds get back in the win column as Chase Burns moves to 10-1 on the season, Hunter Greene ready for lineup return


5on5in5 - July 2, 2026
#613
07/02/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Violent crash as car flies off I-71 down to Western Row Road below
2) July 4th holiday traffic picks up as police urge you to drive sober
3) Middletown Police investigate report of shooting, bullet hole scene in driver side of car 
4) $25 million federal dollars acquired to cap Fort Washington Way 
5) USMNT beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0, loses Balogun to red card suspension


5on5in5 - June 30, 2026
#611
06/30/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Police investigating shooting at Springdale hotel, one man injured
2) Cooling centers open across Greater Cincinnati amid 'Extreme Heat Warning'
3) Brent Spence Corridor Project proceeds with ramp closures
4) SCOTUS set to rule on major decisions involving birthright citizenship, transgender athletes in girl's sports 
5) World Cup: Germany, Netherlands sent home early after penalty kick wins by Paraguay, Morocco 


5on5in5 - June 29, 2026
#610
06/29/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Cincinnati Police investing multiple shootings over the weekend with at least one turning deadly
2) The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project rolls on with permanent ramp closures
3) Iran, US trade attacks over the weekend, but deal talks still moving forward according to Trump admin
4) At least 4 dead in Kentucky flash flooding
5) FIFA World Cup moves into knockout rounds, Canada advances to R16, US to play Wednesday night.


5on5in5 - June 26, 2026
#609
06/26/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) CPD looking for West Price Hill murder suspect after overnight shooting
2) SCOTUS rules for Trump, can end temporary protected status for Haitians/Syrians. Sprinfield, OH residents react
3) Death toll in Venezuela earthquakes nears 300, with 4300+ injured. Many people still missing or trapped. 
4) Cincinnati Pridefest celebrates 57th annual event, parade
5) USMNT loses on last second shock goal to Türkiye, Will play Bosnia & Herzegovina in knockout round next week


5on5in5 - June 25, 2026
#608
06/25/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Breaking 2 devastating earthquakes hit Venezuela, At least 160 dead, injuries near 1000 as those numbers are expected to rise 
2) Millvale triple murder suspect in court
3) Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoes House bill directed at voter ID for absentee ballots
4) Trump refuses to sign bipartisan bill aimed to help home buyers, says federal voting ID legislation should pass first
5) USMNT looks to complete group stage sweep in World Cup 


5on5in5 - June 24, 2026
#607
06/24/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) An aggravated robbery turns into a police chase with the suspects ending up crashing off a railroad bridge into the creek below
2) City of Hamilton could allow weed dispensaries in city limits pending 6pm council vote
3) Senate passes "concurrent resolution" with House to reign in Iran War, R's upset over spending on war, defense budget request, MOU with Iran
4) Spokesperson: Senator McConnell "working closely with staff," doesn't say if he's been released from hospital days after being admitted
5) NFL says no to Supplemental Draft for former UC QB Sorsby amid gambling...


5on5in5 - June 23, 2026
#606
06/23/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) CPS makes cuts jobs working towards making up multi-million dollar budget gap
2) 'Save Hyde Park Square' group wants developer to save building even after project changes
3) Bethel Police Chief in court for first time facing dozens of sex crime charges against minor, facing dismissal from department over inappropriate conduct allegations in separate case
4) House taking up Senate passed bill to help home prices
5) Reds getting Elly back amid consecutive series against divisional opponents. 


5on5in5 - June 22, 2026
#605
06/22/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Separate violent incidents leave 4 dead, CPD investigating
2) Iran, US try to negotiate deal amid leaders trading threats for strikes
3) UK PM will resign amid tanking popularity, internal competition from party 
4) Bethel PD Chief back in Ohio after Florida arrest to face sexual abuse charges 
5) Reds heating up as Elly returns from injury.


5on5in5 - June 19, 2026 - Juneteenth
#604
06/19/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Iran, US deal faces major test as Israel fires on Lebanon in violation of deal
2) Storm damage cleanup continues in SE Indiana, Northern Kentucky after tornadoes, high winds 
3) Freedom Center, Urban League hosting events commemorating Juneteenth, celebration of the end of slavery 
4) USMNT vs Australia in game 2 of group play in World Cup, status of Pulisic uncertain
5) The Indianapolis Clowns face the Savannah Bananas as the Clowns return to their former home!


5on5in5 - June 16, 2026
#602
06/16/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Iran, US virtually sign deal, no details yet on specifics 
2) Forest Fair Mall site set for major renovation by Cininnati based company
3) CPS & City Hall meet for traffic calming efforts, juvenile court serving students ahead of next school year
4) B-52 Stratofortress crashes on training mission in CA, Crew of 8 killed
5) Sorsby, Texas Tech mutually separate. Sorsby plans application for supplemental NFL Draft 


5on5in5 - June 15, 2026
#601
06/15/2026

Your 5on5in5!
1) Iran, US come to deal, but important details still to be worked out. Israel criticizes deal vows not to withdraw from Lebanon 
2) Viewing for Skyline worker killed today, private burial later 
3) Pool, water safety is top of mind as the summer gets going
4) KY Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized with unknown ailment
5) USMNT beats Paraguay in World Cup opener, looks ahead to match with Australia