Oxford mayor’s court established
The Oxford City Council unanimously approved an ordinance establishing a mayor’s court in Oxford during a meeting on Feb. 17.
Courts
Butler County Area 1 Court to cease operations in Oxford by March 31
Oxford’s Area 1 Court is slated to cease operations by March 31, as services move to the Government Services Center at 345 High St in Hamilton.
Cincinnati FBI leads bomb squad operation in Oxford; what court records show
A Mason man accused of creating unregistered explosive devices has been released from jail on bond. The FBI Cincinnati Field Office led joint operations last week related to the incident, including in Oxford where the suspect is alleged to have shipped materials.
Multiple Uptown assaults reported in early morning hours March 15
Officers responded to three violent Uptown incidents within two hours on St. Patrick's Day weekend. The suspects weren't immediately identified in any of the cases.
Old buildings, new developments and alternative visions
As Oxford develops its first Historic Preservation Plan, Miami University has repeatedly considered razing and rebuilding on historic properties. What happens when towns and universities have competing priorities?
Miami students living off-campus face evictions
Students at two off-campus rental complexes are facing eviction proceedings this semester. Miami University's Student Success Center offers services to help students facing challenges but rarely hears from students who have been evicted.
Oxford to receive money in PFAS contamination settlement
Oxford will be reimbursed for all costs associated with testing its water for harmful PFAS chemicals thanks to a class action settlement against 3M. The lawyer who exposed the dangers of PFAS is set to speak at Miami University later this year.