Cincinnati Considers Ban on Right Turns at Red Lights Downtown

Citing a recent spike in pedestrian collisions, the Cincinnati City Council is considering a proposal to ban right turns on red lights in the downtown core. Councilmember Meeka Owens introduced the measure, which aims to improve pedestrian safety and reduce traffic accidents. The proposed ban would encompass the area bordered by the Ohio River to the south, Central Parkway to the north, I-71 to the east, and Ezzard Charles Drive to the west. This zone includes high-traffic areas like Fountain Sq