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UConn looking to beat James Madison for bowl eligibility
The UConn Huskies football team faces a critical matchup against the James Madison Dukes as they pursue bowl eligibility. A victory in this game is essential for the Huskies to secure their postseason prospects. Both…

Beavers living in pipe among setbacks delaying Riverside Drive construction
Construction on Cincinnati’s Riverside Drive sewer project is now expected to finish by the end of November, a month later than planned. Weather, underground utility conflicts and beavers living in an outfall pipe have…
Reds’ Stewart named NL Rookie of the Year after historic debut season
Cincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart has been named the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year after a standout debut season. Stewart said he had set the award as a goal in spring training but focused on helping the…

Autopsy reveals ‘delay in care’ before death of CPS student with developmental disabilities
The Hamilton County coroner ruled the death of seven-year-old Ngone Talla accidental, citing positional asphyxiation, according to an autopsy. Talla, a nonverbal student with developmental disabilities, died after…

Bengals back out of trade with Eagles to protect a 2027 compensatory draft pick
The Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly backed out of a trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie. According to the Associated Press, the decision was made to protect a valuable third-round compensatory…

Will UConn have Nik Khamenia for tough 3-game stretch?
UConn is awaiting test results on forward Nik Khamenia after he suffered a lower-leg injury during Monday’s win over Wagner. The sophomore was undergoing an MRI, X-rays and other tests, with no update expected Tuesday…

Joe Mixon Sends Cryptic Message After Trade Deadline Passes
Former Cincinnati Bengals and Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon posted a cryptic message on social media after the NFL trade deadline passed Tuesday, offering no explanation. Mixon has not played since the 2024…

How the Bengals Nearly Lost a Draft Pick at NFL Trade Deadline Without Realizing It
The Cincinnati Bengals reportedly backed out of a proposed trade with the Philadelphia Eagles for pass rusher Arnold Ebiketie after realizing the deal could cost them a valuable third-round compensatory pick. Cincinnati…

Bengals Face Harsh Reality After NFL Trade Deadline
The Cincinnati Bengals made no significant move before the NFL trade deadline, despite AFC rivals strengthening their rosters. The team had considered a trade for edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie but withdrew after realizing…

FC Cincinnati is playoff-bound, but the road just got tougher
FC Cincinnati has secured a place in the playoffs, but its route through the postseason has become more difficult. The team will face a tougher challenge as it pursues a deep run, with the club’s playoff position and…

Former New York Yankees 32-Year-Old Abruptly Released By New Team
The Cincinnati Reds have released left-handed pitcher Anthony Misiewicz, who has elected free agency as the offseason begins. Misiewicz, 32, spent the 2026 season in the Reds’ minor-league system and made no…

Bengals call off trade for Arnold Ebiketie
The Cincinnati Bengals’ proposed trade for pass rusher Arnold Ebiketie will not be completed, Pro Football Talk reported. The team had agreed Tuesday morning to acquire him from the Philadelphia Eagles, but the deal…

The Bengals Make a Trade for the Eagles’ Linebacker Arnold Ebikete, Then Call It Off
The Cincinnati Bengals and Philadelphia Eagles reportedly agreed to a trade involving linebacker Arnold Ebikete, but the deal was later called off. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the proposed move hours before the…

NFL Network: Bengals call off trade for Eagles' Arnold Ebiketie over compensatory pick formula
The Cincinnati Bengals called off an agreed trade with the Philadelphia Eagles for pass rusher Arnold Ebiketie after realizing the move could cost them a 2027 third-round compensatory pick. The deal would have sent a…

Why Bengals 'Called Off' Trade with Eagles Revealed in New NFL Rumors at Deadline
The Cincinnati Bengals reportedly called off a proposed trade with the Philadelphia Eagles for edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to preserve a future compensatory draft pick. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that the deal…

Bengals trade for former Penn State star ahead of Steelers game
The Cincinnati Bengals have traded for a former Penn State star ahead of their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The move brings the player to Cincinnati before the divisional matchup, though the brief report does…
Sarah Strong has always had the talent. Now UConn is seeing the edge
Sarah Strong is making a significant impact at the University of Connecticut, showcasing the exceptional talent that made her a highly touted prospect. As the Huskies integrate her into their system, coaches and…

Bengals Shock NFL by Backing Out of Trade With Eagles
The Cincinnati Bengals backed out of a reported trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie less than an hour after it was announced, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The deal reportedly fell apart after…

Bengals Won't Have New Edge Rusher for Steelers Matchup After All: Reports
The Cincinnati Bengals have called off their proposed trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie, despite an agreement reportedly being reached before the NFL deadline. Reports from NFL insiders say…

Report: Bengals call off trade for Eagles' Ebiketie
The Cincinnati Bengals have called off their proposed trade for Philadelphia Eagles pass-rusher Arnold Ebiketie, according to reports cited by NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Cincinnati reportedly withdrew to preserve a…

Bengals Trade For Eagles DE Arnold Ebiketie Falls Through
A planned trade sending defensive end Arnold Ebiketie from the Philadelphia Eagles to the Cincinnati Bengals has fallen through, according to Jordan Schultz. The deal would have involved a 2027 sixth-round pick, but…

Bengals acquire Arnold Ebiketie from Eagles
The Cincinnati Bengals acquired edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick. Ebiketie had played 48% of Philadelphia’s defensive snaps this season, recording…

Lanes blocked on both sides of I-275 near Hamilton Avenue
Two left lanes are blocked on both sides of I-275 near Hamilton Avenue in the Cincinnati area, WCPO reports. The eastbound lanes are blocked at U.S. 127, Exit 36, and the westbound lanes at Winton Road, Exit 39. Drivers…

Tune into WCPO 9 for our annual 'Ramp It Up for Veterans' telethon on Wednesday
WCPO 9 will hold its annual “Ramp It Up for Veterans” telethon on Veterans Day, Wednesday, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The fundraiser, organized with People Working Cooperatively, will support accessibility ramps for…

Sources: Bengals to trade for Eagles LB Arnold Ebiketie
The Cincinnati Bengals have called off a proposed trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie, according to NFL sources cited by WCPO. The deal had reportedly involved a 2027 sixth-round draft pick, but it…

Bengals trade for Eagles LB Arnold Ebiketie, sources say
The Cincinnati Bengals are acquiring edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie from the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick, according to NFL Network sources. Ebiketie, 27, has recorded 25 tackles this season and…
Bengals nix agreed upon trade with Eagles, sources say
The Cincinnati Bengals are backing out of a tentative trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie after discovering the deal would cost them a 2027 compensatory third-round pick in addition to the…

Bengals-Eagles Trade Falls Through in Wild Trade Deadline Twist
A reported trade that would have sent Philadelphia Eagles pass rusher Arnold Ebiketie to the Cincinnati Bengals fell through hours before the NFL trade deadline. The proposed deal was reportedly for a 2027 sixth-round…

Bengals backing out of trade for Eagles' Arnold Ebiketie in deadline twist
The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to withdraw from a trade for Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, as reported by the New York Post. Cincinnati had reportedly agreed to…