Thursday, May 23 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:13:29 GMT
A Cincinnati man was sentenced to nearly 22 years in prison for drug trafficking and possessing a firearm to assist him in doing so. Mitchell Blankumsee, 35, was sentenced on Wednesday to federal prisonFull Story >
A Cincinnati man was sentenced to nearly 22 years in prison for drug trafficking and possessing a firearm to assist him in doing so.Full Story >
The Boy Scouts of America's national leadership will vote Thursday whether to allow openly gay Scouts in its ranks, a critical and emotionally charged moment for one of the nation's oldest youth organizations...Full Story >
In one of their most dramatic choices in a century, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America voted Thursday on whether to ease a divisive ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted into the nation's leading youth...Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:45:50 GMT
Emergency crews were called to a pedestrian struck by a motorcycle Thursday afternoon in Clifton. It happened near the intersection of Clifton and Terrace Avenue around 2:45 p.m. Both the motorcyclistFull Story >
Emergency crews were called to a pedestrian struck by a motorcycle Thursday afternoon in Clifton. It happened near the intersection of Clifton and Terrace Avenue around 2:45 p.m.Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:40:57 GMT
As many prepare for Memorial Day weekend activities, officials are sending a friendly reminder to use caution when cooking with outdoor grills and barbecues. According to the Ohio State Fire Marshal,Full Story >
As many prepare for Memorial Day weekend activities, officials are sending a friendly reminder to use caution when cooking with outdoor grills and barbecues.Full Story >
Cincinnati Police, District 5 are asking for help in identifying the individual that tried to rob the Comfort Inn Suites 05/08/13 at about 2320, located at 130 W. Mitchell Av. Full Story >
CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -
Meyer Tool Inc. will pay $325,000 in back wages and interest to 60 qualified African-American applicants who were rejected for entry-level machinist positions at the company's manufacturing plant.
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs reached the agreement with the federal contractor to settle findings of race-based hiring discrimination. "Workers should never be denied a fair shot at employment because of factors that have absolutely nothing to do with their ability to do the job," said OFCCP Director Patricia A. Shiu. "I am pleased that we were able to reach a fair settlement with Meyer Tool – one that will provide remedies to the affected workers and guarantee that, going forward, qualified applicants of all races and backgrounds will have the opportunity to compete on a level playing field for good jobs."
OFCCP investigators found that Meyer Tool didn't give equal consideration without regard to race to qualified job applicants. As positions become available, Meyer Tool will extend job offers to at least 11 members of the original class and will provide equal employment opportunity training to all employees then submit progress reports to OFCCP for the next two years.
The company denied any wrongdoing or unlawful conduct. "We made a business decision to bring to an end a very costly seven year-old investigation which looked like it could have gone on for another couple of years at even greater expense to the company. This was an investigation involving alleged paperwork violations and technical statistical analyses about which expert PhD statisticians disagreed. Meyer Tool has made changes to its recordkeeping procedures and carefully monitors those procedures to ensure this does not occur again. As always, Meyer Tool Company remains committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and diversity," said Colleen Lewis, a partner at Dinsmore and legal counsel for Meyer Tool Company.
Meyer Tool manufactures engine parts and is one of the area's largest private companies.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:47:43 GMT
The Kentucky Supreme Court has suspended northern Kentucky attorney Eric C. Deters for 60 days because of misconduct in two civil cases. The suspension marks the second time the high court has suspendedFull Story >
The Kentucky Supreme Court has suspended northern Kentucky attorney Eric C. Deters for 60 days because of misconduct in two civil cases.Full Story >
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:31 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:31:55 GMT
The claim that the ongoing IRS scandal is limited to low level employees is falling apart. The six Cincinnati workers we have identified, who sent scrutinizing letters to conservative groups with wordsFull Story >
The claim that the ongoing IRS scandal is limited to low level employees is falling apart. Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:16:51 GMT
A two-family home in Norwood has been evacuated due to a large sinkhole in the basement. Police say a 25-foot hole has opened in the building in the 1900 block of Maple Avenue. Two people living on theFull Story >
Two people have been displaced after a sinkhole opened up in a Norwood home. The home has been condemned.Full Story >
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:19:07 GMT
Tonight, we are going to show you how that chain transitions into the Washington D.C. office, and why the Inspector General says he may need to question local agents again. Full Story >
Tonight, we are going to show you how that chain transitions into the Washington D.C. office, and why the Inspector General says he may need to question local agents again. Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:11 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:11:14 GMT
The number of mystery illness cases affecting Alabama is growing. Wednesday, Alabama Department of Public Health spokeswoman Dr. Mary McIntyre confirmed the number rose to ten overnight from a previous report of seven.Full Story >
The number of mystery illness cases affecting Alabama is growing. Wednesday, Alabama Department of Public Health spokeswoman Dr. Mary McIntyre confirmed the number rose to ten overnight from a previous report of seven.Full Story >
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:20:28 GMT
The Cincinnati Tea Party announced that it will protest the IRS on Tuesday over the targeting of liberty groups regarding their tax status. The protest will begin at Fountain Square at noon on TuesdayFull Story >
The Cincinnati Tea Party protested the IRS on Tuesday over the targeting of liberty groups regarding their tax status. Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:24 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:24:41 GMT
A boater who caused a fatal crash on the Ohio River was sentenced on Thursday. Glenn Riegelsberger will spend the next four years behind bars for the death of Jeffery Foster. Riegelsberger was sentencedFull Story >
A boater who caused a fatal crash on the Ohio River was sentenced on Thursday.Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:31 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:31:06 GMT
There may be a few light thunderstorms Wednesday evening but severe weather is not expected. On Thursday, a few spotty light showers or sprinkles may develop during the afternoon. Full Story >
A cold front is pushing through this morning, bringing a few showers for the morning commute. cool and dry air will side in behind the front, with a few lingering showers for the afternoon today. Full Story >
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:20:51 GMT
Union Township Police responded to a reported gunshot near the St. Thoamas More Church, also a parochial school, on Thursday morning. The first officer arrived on the scene within minutes of the callFull Story >
Union Township Police responded to a reported gunshot near the St. Thomas More Church, also a parochial school, on Thursday morning. Full Story >
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