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FC CincinnatiFC Cincinnati lost 2-0 to Nashville and will play Orlando City in the MLS wild-card game Nov. 19If you were at TQL Stadium on Saturday, you watched Nashville SC make history. Sam Surridge scored in the 61st and 86th minutes as Nashville won 2-0, finishing with 77 points, an MLS record that tops Inter Miami's 74 from 2024. FC Cincinnati ended the regular season 12-12-10 with 46 points, in front of a sellout crowd of 25,513.Today’s editionRead Animal WelfareCincinnati Animal CARE is at critical capacity after taking in 112 dogs in a weekIf you have room for a dog, Cincinnati Animal CARE is making an urgent plea for adopters and fosters. The shelter, Hamilton County's only open-intake shelter, says it took in 112 dogs in a week, and 38 came through animal welfare investigations.Today’s editionRead NewportNewport Aquarium will expand its African penguin colony as the cold-climate penguins move outIf you've got a penguin fan at home, mark your calendar. Newport Aquarium announced Nov. 6 that it will expand its African penguin colony, and the cold-climate penguins in Penguin Palooza will move to other aquariums and zoos over the next few months.Saturday’s editionRead Day TripFiona the hippo is now a 24-foot nutcracker at the Cincinnati ZooIf you're ready for the holidays, the Cincinnati Zoo is. Crews lifted the head onto its Fiona the Hippo nutcracker Thursday, the finishing touch on a statue that guards the Vine Street Village entrance.Friday’s editionRead BengalsBengals receiver Tee Higgins wins AFC Offensive Player of the Week for the first timeIf you watched the Bengals beat the Titans on Sunday, you saw this coming. Tee Higgins was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 8, and it's the first time in his career. He caught 10 passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns in the 43-36 overtime win.Thursday’s editionRead BengalsThe Bengals won in overtime, but coaches say the defense has tackling fixes to makeIf you winced at the Bengals' defense in Sunday's overtime win over the Titans, the coaches did too. Tony Pollard's first-quarter touchdown run drew the word "inexcusable" from Zac Taylor for the missed tackles on it. Defensive coordinator Al Golden said, "That starts with me."Wednesday’s editionRead SportsNKU, Cincinnati and Xavier all open the college basketball season with winsIf you follow the Norse, they opened 2026-27 with a win: Northern Kentucky beat UTEP 84-76 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Freshman guard Willie Foster scored 24 points, senior forward Noah Pagotto had 19, and senior guard Eric Acker added 16 points with a team-high five assists.Tuesday’s editionRead SportsReds infielder Sal Stewart is a finalist for NL Rookie of the YearIf you're a Reds fan, here's a bright spot: Sal Stewart is one of three finalists for the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year award. The 22-year-old set a franchise record for RBIs by a rookie and made the NL All-Star team.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Covington

From The Columbus Dispatch, Cincinnati Enquirer and 10 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. The Columbus Dispatch56 minutes ago

    Ohio high school football schedule for third-round OHSAA playoff games

    The third round of the Ohio high school football playoffs will be played Nov. 13. See the schedule for the OHSAA regional semifinals.

  2. The Columbus Dispatch1 hour ago

    Five central Ohio high school volleyball teams eye state championships

    Five central Ohio girls volleyball teams have reached the OHSAA state tournament.

  3. Cincinnati Enquirer1 hour ago

    Joe Burrow says he'd love to play in first NFL game in Tokyo

    Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said he would love to be on the field for the NFL's first game in Tokyo.

  4. Eagle Country 99.32 hours ago

    Fire Breaks Out at UPS Facility in Versailles

    Crews were called to the scene late Saturday night.

  5. WKRC2 hours ago

    Cincinnati Children's raises $450M for new projects

    Cincinnati Children's plans $1.4 billion in capital expenditures through 2030 as part of its long-range strategy.

  6. Cincinnati Enquirer2 hours ago

    Ja'Marr Chase, Joe Burrow get signed Thibaut Courtois jerseys

    Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase showed off a jersey signed by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois after Cincinnati's win in Spain.

  7. FOX192 hours ago

    Joe Burrow looks like the MVP as the passing game reaches new heights

    The Bengals beat the Falcons, 34-17

  8. The CW Columbus2 hours ago

    Columbus Crew beats Chicago Fire 4-3, locking in the 7th seed on Decision Day

    The 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

  9. Cleveland.com2 hours ago

    Joe Burrow accounts for 4 touchdowns as Bengals rout Falcons, 34-17, for fourth straight win

    The 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.

  10. Cincinnati Enquirer2 hours ago

    Joe Burrow says Ja'Marr Chase 'was unbelievable' vs Falcons in Spain

    In Madrid, Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase had the biggest first half of his NFL career in terms of receiving yards.

  11. WCPO 9 Cincinnati3 hours ago

    Burrow throws 3 TDs as Bengals bulldoze Falcons in Madrid matchup

    The 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.

    Also reported byWKRC

  12. Cincinnati Enquirer3 hours ago

    Joe Burrow lifts Bengals to best start of Zac Taylor era - Reactions

    Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow had three touchdown passes against Atlanta in Spain to lift Cincinnati to 6-2 this season.

  13. Cincinnati Enquirer3 hours ago

    Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase deliver on promise with win in Madrid

    Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were electric in the Bengals' Week 8 win over the Falcons.

  14. Cleveland.com3 hours ago

    Joe Burrow’s performance vs. the Falcons shows why the Bengals need a busy trade deadline: Tim Bielik

    Joe 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.

  15. Cincinnati Bengals3 hours ago

    Bengals Beat Falcons 34-17 | POSTGAME RECAP, NOTES & QUOTES

    The Bengals defeated the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid at Bernabéu Stadium Sunday. See the final score, key stats, notes and postgame quotes.

  16. WKRC3 hours ago

    Ja'Marr Chase accomplishes something no Bengals player has done since the 80s

    Chase had 142 yards on eight catches during the game’s first 25 minutes.

  17. Cincinnati Bengals4 hours ago

    Bengals Falcons Pregame Photos Week 9 2026

    See the best photos of player warm-ups before kickoff of the Falcons-Bengals game in Madrid, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.

  18. Cincinnati Bengals4 hours ago

    Bengals Falcons Game Photos Week 9 Madrid

    Check out the best game photos from Bengals-Falcons Week 9 game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.

    Also reported byFOX19Cincinnati Enquirer

  19. The Columbus Dispatch4 hours ago

    Five central Ohio high school girls soccer teams advance to state

    The girls soccer season has reached state, with one central Ohio team alive in each of the five OHSAA divisions.

  20. WLWT4 hours ago

    NKY police investigating after car crashes into 10-year-old's bedroom in Elsmere overnight

    Police are investigating after a car crashed through a 10-year-old's bedroom in Elsmere on Sunday morning.

  21. Lexington Herald Leader4 hours ago

    Kelsey Mitchell Sends Clear Message to Indiana Fever Teammate After Offseason Move

    Kelsey Mitchell made sure to support Myisha Hines-Allen.

  22. Cincinnati Enquirer4 hours ago

    Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins celebrate TD with bullfighting nod in Spain

    Bengals receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins celebrated Chase's first-quarter touchdown catch from Joe Burrow with a nod to Spanish bullfighting.

  23. Cincinnati Enquirer4 hours ago

    Kickoff set for Cincinnati Bearcats at Iowa State Nov. 14

    The Big 12 has announced the Cincinnati Bearcats kickoff time for their game at Iowa State Nov. 14.

  24. News 5 Cleveland WEWS5 hours ago

    Shedeur Sanders to make first 2026 NFL start in matchup against Saints

    The 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.

  25. WLWT5 hours ago

    OSHP: High-speed chase leads to crash in Norwood overnight; suspect remains at large

    The Ohio State Highway Patrol says that a suspect remains at large after officers engaged in a high speed chase on Interstate 71 overnight.

  26. WKRC5 hours ago

    International flair: Bengals take on Falcons in Madrid

    The Cincinnati Bengals played the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on Nov. 8, 2026.

    Also reported byCincinnati Enquirer

  27. Cincinnati Enquirer5 hours ago

    Tee Higgins hands ball from 50th TD catch to excited fan in Spain

    Bengals receiver Tee Higgins recorded his 50th career touchdown catch during an NFL Week 9 game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bernabéu Stadium.

  28. Cincinnati Enquirer5 hours ago

    Joe Burrow has unique TD celebration during Bengals-Falcons in Madrid

    Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow had a unique touchdown celebration after scoring on a QB sneak to give his team a lead against the Atlanta Falcons.

  29. FOX195 hours ago

    Bengals in Spain: The Mad Piper in Covington gears up for game

  30. Cincinnati Enquirer6 hours ago

    Joe Burrow greets Spanish soccer star before Bengals-Falcons in Madrid

    Ferran Torres, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the Spain national team, met Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow on the field before the game.

  31. Cincinnati Enquirer6 hours ago

    Kurt Warner shares his expectations for Burrow, Bengals

    "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.

  32. WLWT7 hours ago

    Bengals cruise to 34-17 victory in Madrid against Falcons for sixth win of the season

    The Cincinnati Bengals are taking the field in Madrid against the Falcons for their first international matchup since 2019.

  33. WLWT7 hours ago

    Joe Burrow's parents share excitement for Bengals-Falcons Madrid game

    Joe Burrows parents are sharing their excitement ahead of the Bengals first international game since 2019.

  34. WLWT7 hours ago

    Bengals, Falcons announce inactives ahead of Madrid matchup

    Both the Bengals and the Falcons announced their inactives ahead of their planned Week 9 matchup.

  35. Cleveland.com7 hours ago

    Which Bengals are inactive for Sunday’s game vs. the Falcons in Madrid?

    See which Bengals are inactive for their Sunday game against the Falcons in Madrid.

  36. WLWT7 hours ago

    Bengals stars arrive in style to Bernabéu for game against Falcons

    Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins showed off their pregame fits as they arrived to the stadium.

  37. Cincinnati Bengals7 hours ago

    Bengals-Falcons Inactives: Four Cincinnati Players Out for Week 9 Against Falcons

    The Bengals announced four inactive players for their Week 9 game against the Falcons. See Cincinnati and Atlanta's full inactive list.

  38. WKRC7 hours ago

    Beyond the Podium: November 8, 2026

    Beyond the Podium, hosted by James Pilcher, will go beyond the day-to-day political headlines to examine the people, policies, decisions, an

  39. Cincinnati Enquirer9 hours ago

    Let's overreact to Cincinnati Bearcats losing at No. 17 Houston

    Here are overreactions, extended grades from Cincinnati Bearcats football loss at No. 17 Houston Nov. 7.

  40. WKRC9 hours ago

    What's Happening in Health: November 8, 2026

    Rebecca Smith hosts stories on local health breakthroughs and other solutions; interviews with doctors and patients; ways to stay or get hea

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Covington’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • TANKThe Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky rolled out service changes Saturday: Route 1 will extend to Newport, ending at St.

    The Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky rolled out service changes Saturday: Route 1 will extend to Newport, ending at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Fort Thomas, and will replace Route 16. The Southbank Shuttle will be replaced by a high-frequency corridor connecting downtown Newport, Covington and downtown Cincinnati.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: FOX19

  • Duveneck HouseThe City of Covington has engaged Merriman Anderson/Architects to lead architectural plans and construction documents for the Frank Duveneck House and Studio at 1226 Greenup St., the next phase after stabilization work completed in 2025.

    The City of Covington has engaged Merriman Anderson/Architects to lead architectural plans and construction documents for the Frank Duveneck House and Studio at 1226 Greenup St., the next phase after stabilization work completed in 2025.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune

  • Coat driveSt. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky kicks off its 26th annual Winter Coat Drive Saturday, Nov.

    St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky kicks off its 26th annual Winter Coat Drive Saturday, Nov. 14, with four community events in Covington, Florence and Newport. The group distributed more than 1,650 coats across the region last year.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune

  • Library panelThe Kenton County Public Library's Small Business Resource Collaborative hosts "Beyond Business: Serving Our Community Together" on Nov.

    The Kenton County Public Library's Small Business Resource Collaborative hosts "Beyond Business: Serving Our Community Together" on Nov. 12. Panelists are Jane Herms of Family Nurturing Center, Chris Rutledge of Fairhaven Mission and Shane Armstrong of Master Provisions.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune

  • BengalsUp early? The Bengals play the Falcons at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid today, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m.

    Up early? The Bengals play the Falcons at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid today, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m. ET on NFL Network and WLWT. It's Cincinnati's first game overseas since 2019 and its first international game outside the United Kingdom. Coach Zac Taylor said Thursday that winning remains the priority, but he welcomes the chance to grow the Bengals' following overseas.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Cincinnati Bengals, WLWT, WKRC

  • 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

  • Hometown HeroesNewport held its 10th annual Hometown Hero banners ceremony Saturday morning on Monmouth Street, with banners honoring 24 Northern Kentucky veterans.

    Newport held its 10th annual Hometown Hero banners ceremony Saturday morning on Monmouth Street, with banners honoring 24 Northern Kentucky veterans.

    Around Kentucky · Today’s editionSource: WKRC

  • Duveneck HouseThe city has stabilized the historic Frank Duveneck House in Covington, and architects and engineers are now designing plans that outline what's needed before construction can begin.

    The city has stabilized the historic Frank Duveneck House in Covington, and architects and engineers are now designing plans that outline what's needed before construction can begin. Once those are done, the city will submit the scope of work to the National Park Service for approval.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WKRC

  • New hireCovington has named Joseph Malek its assistant director of neighborhood services.

    Covington has named Joseph Malek its assistant director of neighborhood services. He spent the past 11 years with the City of Cincinnati Department of Community and Economic Development, where he helped direct approximately $8 million in federal and local funding.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Northern Kentucky Tribune

  • CoatsIf you need a winter coat, St. Vincent de Paul's Northern Kentucky distributions run 9 a.m.-noon on Nov.

    If you need a winter coat, St. Vincent de Paul's Northern Kentucky distributions run 9 a.m.-noon on Nov. 14 and Dec. 5. Coat vouchers can be redeemed at all SVDP Cincinnati thrift stores starting Nov. 16, and coat donations are accepted through Jan. 31, 2027.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WLWT

  • WawaThe new Wawa at 8570 Dixie Highway in Florence opens at 8 a.m.

    The new Wawa at 8570 Dixie Highway in Florence opens at 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. The first 100 customers get a free T-shirt, and any-size hot coffee is free.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WLWT

  • BengalsThe Bengals (5-2) face the Falcons (3-5) at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m.

    The Bengals (5-2) face the Falcons (3-5) at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m. ET Sunday. WLWT will air it locally. It's Cincinnati's first game in Spain and the first overseas Bengals game since 2019.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: WKRC, WLWT, Cincinnati Enquirer

  • 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

  • PreschoolA Goddard School will open in early December at 2613 Legends Way in Crestview Hills in a 12,200-square-foot facility.

    A Goddard School will open in early December at 2613 Legends Way in Crestview Hills in a 12,200-square-foot facility. An exact opening date and hours haven't been set.

    Around Kentucky · Saturday’s editionSource: WKRC