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Black Bears Roam Greater Cincinnati: Residents Urged to Stay Alert

7/8/2025

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Black bears are making their presence known in Greater Cincinnati, with several sightings reported early Monday. A resident's Ring camera captured one bear in Mount Healthy, while Greenhills police encountered another during their patrol. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is monitoring the situation, urging residents to report sightings and keep a safe distance from these majestic creatures.

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Black bears are making their presence known in Greater Cincinnati, with several sightings reported early Monday. A resident's Ring camera captured one bear in Mount Healthy, while Greenhills police encountered another during their patrol. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is monitoring the situation, urging residents to report sightings and keep a safe distance from these majestic creatures.