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From The Columbus Dispatch, Cincinnati Enquirer and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
The Columbus Dispatch1 hour ago
Ohio high school football schedule for third-round OHSAA playoff games, on The Columbus DispatchThe third round of the Ohio high school football playoffs will be played Nov. 13. See the schedule for the OHSAA regional semifinals.
The Columbus Dispatch1 hour ago
Five central Ohio high school volleyball teams eye state championships, on The Columbus DispatchFive central Ohio girls volleyball teams have reached the OHSAA state tournament.
Cincinnati Enquirer2 hours ago
Joe Burrow says he'd love to play in first NFL game in Tokyo, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals quarterback Joe Burrow said he would love to be on the field for the NFL's first game in Tokyo.
Cincinnati Enquirer2 hours ago
Ja'Marr Chase, Joe Burrow get signed Thibaut Courtois jerseys, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase showed off a jersey signed by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois after Cincinnati's win in Spain.
FOX192 hours ago
Joe Burrow looks like the MVP as the passing game reaches new heights, on FOX19The Bengals beat the Falcons, 34-17
The CW Columbus2 hours ago
Columbus Crew beats Chicago Fire 4-3, locking in the 7th seed on Decision Day, on The CW ColumbusThe Columbus Crew capped a late-season surge with a 4-3 win against Chicago Fire FC on Decision Day.SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, clinching a playoff s
Cleveland.com2 hours ago
Joe Burrow accounts for 4 touchdowns as Bengals rout Falcons, 34-17, for fourth straight win, on Cleveland.comThe Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-17 in Madrid, with Joe Burrow throwing three touchdowns and rushing for another, marking the team's fourth consecutive win with 30+ points scored.
Cincinnati Enquirer2 hours ago
Joe Burrow says Ja'Marr Chase 'was unbelievable' vs Falcons in Spain, on Cincinnati EnquirerIn Madrid, Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase had the biggest first half of his NFL career in terms of receiving yards.
WCPO 9 Cincinnati3 hours ago
Burrow throws 3 TDs as Bengals bulldoze Falcons in Madrid matchup, on WCPO 9 CincinnatiThe Bengals got their overseas win following a 34-17 victory over the Falcons in Madrid. In total, quarterback Joe Burrow completed 24 of 29 passes for 271 yards and three touchdowns.
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Cincinnati Enquirer3 hours ago
Joe Burrow lifts Bengals to best start of Zac Taylor era - Reactions, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals quarterback Joe Burrow had three touchdown passes against Atlanta in Spain to lift Cincinnati to 6-2 this season.
Cincinnati Enquirer3 hours ago
Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase deliver on promise with win in Madrid, on Cincinnati EnquirerJoe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were electric in the Bengals' Week 8 win over the Falcons.
Cleveland.com3 hours ago
Joe Burrow’s performance vs. the Falcons shows why the Bengals need a busy trade deadline: Tim Bielik, on Cleveland.comJoe Burrow accounted for four touchdowns against the Falcons on Sunday in Madrid. With the NFL trade deadline two days away, the Bengals should add one more piece to improve their odds of getting back to the Super Bowl.
Cincinnati Bengals3 hours ago
Bengals Beat Falcons 34-17 | POSTGAME RECAP, NOTES & QUOTES, on Cincinnati BengalsThe Bengals defeated the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid at Bernabéu Stadium Sunday. See the final score, key stats, notes and postgame quotes.
WKRC3 hours ago
Ja'Marr Chase accomplishes something no Bengals player has done since the 80s, on WKRCChase had 142 yards on eight catches during the game’s first 25 minutes.
Cincinnati Bengals4 hours ago
Bengals Falcons Pregame Photos Week 9 2026, on Cincinnati BengalsSee the best photos of player warm-ups before kickoff of the Falcons-Bengals game in Madrid, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.
Cincinnati Bengals4 hours ago
Bengals Falcons Game Photos Week 9 Madrid, on Cincinnati BengalsCheck out the best game photos from Bengals-Falcons Week 9 game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.
Also reported byFOX19Cincinnati Enquirer
The Columbus Dispatch4 hours ago
Five central Ohio high school girls soccer teams advance to state, on The Columbus DispatchThe girls soccer season has reached state, with one central Ohio team alive in each of the five OHSAA divisions.
Lexington Herald Leader4 hours ago
Kelsey Mitchell Sends Clear Message to Indiana Fever Teammate After Offseason Move, on Lexington Herald LeaderKelsey Mitchell made sure to support Myisha Hines-Allen.
Cincinnati Enquirer4 hours ago
Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins celebrate TD with bullfighting nod in Spain, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins celebrated Chase's first-quarter touchdown catch from Joe Burrow with a nod to Spanish bullfighting.
Cincinnati Enquirer4 hours ago
Kickoff set for Cincinnati Bearcats at Iowa State Nov. 14, on Cincinnati EnquirerThe Big 12 has announced the Cincinnati Bearcats kickoff time for their game at Iowa State Nov. 14.
News 5 Cleveland WEWS5 hours ago
Shedeur Sanders to make first 2026 NFL start in matchup against Saints, on News 5 Cleveland WEWSThe Cleveland Browns are two games above .500 but find themselves in third place in the AFC North and seeking a victory to keep pace with first-place Pittsburgh and second-place Cincinnati.
WKRC5 hours ago
International flair: Bengals take on Falcons in Madrid, on WKRCThe Cincinnati Bengals played the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on Nov. 8, 2026.
Also reported byCincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati Enquirer5 hours ago
Tee Higgins hands ball from 50th TD catch to excited fan in Spain, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals receiver Tee Higgins recorded his 50th career touchdown catch during an NFL Week 9 game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bernabéu Stadium.
Cincinnati Enquirer5 hours ago
Joe Burrow has unique TD celebration during Bengals-Falcons in Madrid, on Cincinnati EnquirerBengals quarterback Joe Burrow had a unique touchdown celebration after scoring on a QB sneak to give his team a lead against the Atlanta Falcons.
Cincinnati Enquirer6 hours ago
Joe Burrow greets Spanish soccer star before Bengals-Falcons in Madrid, on Cincinnati EnquirerFerran Torres, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the Spain national team, met Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow on the field before the game.
Cincinnati Enquirer6 hours ago
Kurt Warner shares his expectations for Burrow, Bengals, on Cincinnati Enquirer"I think he can carry (the Bengals) as far as they want to go, you know, which is winning it all," Kurt Warner said of Joe Burrow.
WLWT7 hours ago
Bengals cruise to 34-17 victory in Madrid against Falcons for sixth win of the season, on WLWTThe Cincinnati Bengals are taking the field in Madrid against the Falcons for their first international matchup since 2019.
WLWT7 hours ago
Joe Burrow's parents share excitement for Bengals-Falcons Madrid game, on WLWTJoe Burrows parents are sharing their excitement ahead of the Bengals first international game since 2019.
WLWT7 hours ago
Bengals, Falcons announce inactives ahead of Madrid matchup, on WLWTBoth the Bengals and the Falcons announced their inactives ahead of their planned Week 9 matchup.
Cleveland.com7 hours ago
Which Bengals are inactive for Sunday’s game vs. the Falcons in Madrid?, on Cleveland.comSee which Bengals are inactive for their Sunday game against the Falcons in Madrid.
WLWT7 hours ago
Bengals stars arrive in style to Bernabéu for game against Falcons, on WLWTJoe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins showed off their pregame fits as they arrived to the stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals8 hours ago
Bengals-Falcons Inactives: Four Cincinnati Players Out for Week 9 Against Falcons, on Cincinnati BengalsThe Bengals announced four inactive players for their Week 9 game against the Falcons. See Cincinnati and Atlanta's full inactive list.
Cincinnati Enquirer9 hours ago
Let's overreact to Cincinnati Bearcats losing at No. 17 Houston, on Cincinnati EnquirerHere are overreactions, extended grades from Cincinnati Bearcats football loss at No. 17 Houston Nov. 7.
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HighlandsHighlands scored 50 points in a shutout of Boyd County on Friday in the opening round of the Class 4A KHSAA playoffs, with a 36-0 first-quarter lead bringing a running clock.
Highlands scored 50 points in a shutout of Boyd County on Friday in the opening round of the Class 4A KHSAA playoffs, with a 36-0 first-quarter lead bringing a running clock.
Around Kentucky · Today’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune
NewportJunior running back Damarco Jackson rushed for 205 yards and scored four touchdowns as Newport beat Ludlow, 44-22, in the first round of the Class 1A playoffs Friday.
Junior running back Damarco Jackson rushed for 205 yards and scored four touchdowns as Newport beat Ludlow, 44-22, in the first round of the Class 1A playoffs Friday. The Wildcats are 6-5 heading into a second playoff game.
Around Kentucky · Today’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune
FootballSecond-round games are set for Nov. 12-14, with kickoff times to be announced.
Second-round games are set for Nov. 12-14, with kickoff times to be announced. Newport, a 44-22 winner over Ludlow, plays at Covington Holy Cross, and Bishop Brossart visits Newport Central Catholic.
Around Kentucky · Saturday’s editionSources: The Courier-Journal, WKRC
VolleyballNotre Dame Academy reached the state final four for the fifth straight year.
Notre Dame Academy reached the state final four for the fifth straight year. The Pandas swept West Jessamine 3-0 in Friday's quarterfinal, winning 25-22, 25-13 and 25-22.
Around Kentucky · Saturday’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune