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49+ min ago (192+ words) CINCINNATI, Ohio (WSYX) " Hundreds of thousands of dollars" worth of fake and prohibited pharmaceuticals have been intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Cincinnati. The total manufacturer"s suggested retail value of the seized pharmaceuticals exceeded $407,000 if they had been legally imported. Authorities say all of the shipments were headed to addresses across the United States. "Counterfeit products, such as these items, can contain toxic substances that can impact the public"s health," said LaFonda Sutton-Burke, Director of Field Operations for CBP"s Chicago Field Office. "Counterfeiters have no moral compass and will counterfeit just about anything to make a buck. The movement of these goods into online marketplaces poses a significant risk to the American consumer." Officials also warn that imported pharmaceuticals must meet FDA standards for quality, safety, and effectiveness. Many online pharmacies do not comply with…...

3+ hour ago (769+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio " Miami's trip to Texas A&M will be appointment television for coach Ryan Day and his Ohio State football staff. The second-ranked Buckeyes will face either the Hurricanes or Aggies in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals on Dec. 31, giving those in Columbus plenty of reason to tune in for the first-round matchup. What should Day have his eye on in the game? Here are five things worth monitoring Saturday. Ohio State's run to a national title was fueled by two key pieces last year: Jack Sawyer and J.T. Tuimoloau. The defensive end duo made life miserable for opposing quarterbacks, allowing the Buckeyes to win their ninth championship in program history. Miami is built to keep Ohio State from doing that. The Hurricanes rank fourth nationally with a pass blocking grade of 86.2, according to Pro Football Focus. Among quarterbacks with…...

3+ hour, 34+ min ago (171+ words) CINCINNATI "UC is in the market for a new cornerbacks coach. 247Sports' Matt Zenitz reports that Eddie Hicks is leaving the program to take the same job with Arkansas in the SEC. Hicks spent one season atCincinnati, taking over for Kerry Coombs last offseason. UC struggled in the secondary again in 2025, allowing 7.4 yards per attempt (80th nationally) and a whopping 67.1% completion rate (127th). That's not all on the cornerbacks, but they take a lot of responsibility. Hicks joined Cincinnati's coaching staff in January 2025 as its cornerbacks coach. Before that, he spent the last two seasons as the lead defensive analyst for LSU. UC has already hired a new director of player personnel, has an unannounced assistant general manager in the fold, and will likely fill this CB coaching role quickly as well. Cincinnati continues bowl practice this week ahead of the Liberty Bowl…...

5+ hour, 9+ min ago (214+ words) Ohio has joined a multistate lawsuit against Uber, alleging deceptive practices related to the company's Uber One subscription service.The lawsuit, initially f ... Ohio joins multistate lawsuit against Uber over deceptive practices COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) " Ohio has joined a multistate lawsuit against Uber, alleging deceptive practices related to the company's Uber One subscription service. The lawsuit, initially filed by the Federal Trade Commission, is pending in a U.S. District Court in California. It accuses the rideshare giant of misleading customers with "free trials" that automatically converted into paid subscriptions, exaggerating potential savings, complicating the cancellation process, and charging some customers prematurely. "Uber took consumers for a ride " and it wasn't what they signed up for," Yost said. "A free trial shouldn't lead to a surprise bill, and canceling shouldn't become an exercise in frustration." Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the…...

11+ hour, 47+ min ago (450+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio -- As Ohio braces for a tighter power grid driven by rapid data-center growth, lawmakers are considering a new way to reduce strain: paying customers to use less electricity when demand peaks. House Bill 427 would allow residential and small commercial customers to voluntarily participate in "demand response" programs, where utilities could temporarily adjust thermostats or water heaters during periods of extreme demand. In exchange, customers would receive bill credits or other incentives. Paulding County Republican Rep. Roy Klopfenstein told lawmakers in August that his bill would help utilities avoid "purchasing costly additional power" by giving them a "smarter, more affordable option." Demand response is not a new concept in Ohio, Klopfenstein said. Large commercial customers already participate in similar programs, and AEP Ohio has a pilot program for residential users. HB 427 would expand the idea statewide and set "clear…...

15+ hour, 58+ min ago (592+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio " The majority of Ohio Republican leaders have rallied around Cincinnati businessman Vivek Ramaswamy as the next governor, but Attorney General Dave Yost said it's the wrong choice. "You have had a pretty big year, haven't you?" I said to Yost as we got seated in his Rhodes Tower office right outside the Ohio Statehouse. "It has been a busy year," he responded. Yost had his future planned out " launch his bid for governor, finish his term as the top cop, and then run the state. "Did you ever think the race would look like how it does now?" I asked. "No," he said. "Life and the future are unpredictable." It was long expected that after Gov. Mike DeWine finished his term, Yost would run against former Lt. Gov. Jon Husted. "That didn't work out, did it?" Yost said....

17+ hour, 25+ min ago (606+ words) The College Football Transfer Portal has its first 2026 entrants " with Cincinnati football now hit hard. Quarterback Brendan Sorsby is leaving the Bearcats, making the decision Monday. There's a catch coming with Sorsby's decision, though. The dual-threat quarterback is open to entering the NFL Draft too. However, that decision gets based on what his draft review becomes. Sorsby rises as the latest high-profile QB to locate a new home " joining a list that's included past transfers Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, runner-up Diego Pavia, Carson Beck and also on Monday, Dylan Raiola. Except multiple college football suitors will more than likely line up and pursue Sorsby. Here are five to watch. The Hoosiers are already in the picture with Mendoza soon off to the NFL. Head coach Curt Cignetti can continue his current theme of trusting transfer QBs to run his…...

18+ hour, 24+ min ago (301+ words) CINCINNATI, Ohio " The playoffs won't be happening for the Bengals as they were eliminated on Sunday in their loss to the Ravens. At 4-10 with three games left in the season, Bengals coach Zac Taylor delivered perhaps the most concise and revealing answer of his tenure when questioned about potentially sitting quarterback Joe Burrow for the remainder of a lost season. "No," Taylor told reporters when asked if there had been any consideration to shut down Burrow for the final three games after the team's playoff elimination. When pressed further with a simple "Why not?" Taylor's response was equally direct: "Because we want to win." This exchange, which took place during Taylor's press conference following Cincinnati's disappointing loss to Baltimore, offers a window into the organizational philosophy that continues to guide the Bengals even as they face a season that has…...

18+ hour, 31+ min ago (127+ words) Here are schools in the Tri-State that are closed or delayed for Tuesday, Dec. 16 After two years, a restaurant that was voted one of USA Today's top restaurants is closing its doors. The Aperture will have its last service on New Year's Eve. (MATT STALF via CINCINNATI BUSINESS COURIER) WALNUT HILLS, Ohio (WKRC) - After two years, a restaurant that was voted one of USA Today's top restaurants is closing its doors. The Aperture will have its last service on New Year's Eve. The Mediterranean restaurant is on East McMillan. The owner and chef said he's pausing present operations to absorb lessons from the past two years. After some rest and reflection, he says they'll rebuild for the future. He expressed gratitude for guests and employees....

21+ hour, 9+ min ago (143+ words) Brendan Sorsby has not yet decided if he will enter the 2026 NFL Draft, but the 21-year-old quarterback does not plan on returning to Cincinnati regardless. He informed the university of his intention to enter the transfer portal, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. "It has shaped me into the man I am today. To my teammates, I appreciate you guys more than you know. I'll never forget all the memories we've shared on and off the field. All the highs and lows that we've been through, I wouldn't trade for anything." The 6-foot-3 QB will look toward the future, while the Bearcats prepare for a Liberty Bowl showdown with the Navy Midshipmen. Related: 5 best DJ Lagway destinations after Florida transfer decision Related: Kalen DeBoer reaffirms commitment to Alabama football with 1-word answer...