Black Bears Reported in Greater Cincinnati

Harlan Council addresses bear problem - Harlan Enterprise

During a recent meeting, the Harlan City Council addressed the issue of bears getting into residential and commercial garbage and spreading it throughout the city. Mayor Joe Meadors brought the topic up to the panel during his report to council. “This bear problem is getting worse,” Meadors said. “We can’t look for any help. Fish and Wildlife is not going to help us. The only thing they may do is if one just keeps harassing the same neighbors ov…

Official urge public to be 'BearWise' during summer months

Kentucky wildlife officials are urging residents to stay alert and practice caution as young black bears begin appearing in parts of the state outside their usual eastern Kentucky range, including recently in Versailles and Morehead.

Videos capture black bear sightings across Greater Cincinnati area

Residents in two Greater Cincinnati neighborhoods captured a wild sight in the Cincinnati area early Monday morning.

'Give him space': Bear sightings reported in multiple Greater Cincinnati communities

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources advised residents that if you see the bear, don't approach it or corner it. Instead, make loud noises to encourage it to leave. (Greenhills PD)

Black bear spotted running through Greenhills Monday morning

Greenhills police said an officer spotted a black bear in the commons during routine patrol. The video they shared shows the bear running as the officer attempts to shine a spotlight on it.

Black bears reported in Greater Cincinnati

Black bear sightings are up across Ohio.