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Ohio voters are gearing up for the 2025 General Election on Tuesday, November 4th, where local races, school levies, and citywide issues will be decided across the state. Here’s what to know before you cast your ballot this fall. RELATED: SNAP Deadline: Where to Get Food Help in Cincinnati & NKY
Cloudy skies and a chilly breeze didn’t stop the fun last week as families packed in Sawyer Point for this year’s Halloween Jamboree, presented by Radio One Cincinnati and The Law Offices of Blake Maislin. RELATED: 85 South Show – Spin the Block Comedy Tour Our new carnival-style celebration brought all the fall vibes: pumpkin […]
Black Americans have over a trillion dollars in spending power. The impact of Black buying power cannot be understated! 100.3 R&B Cincy, 101.1 The WIZ, and 1230 The Buzz encourage you to Buy Black—not just one day, but every day! Welcome to our Buy Black 513 page where you can view an interactive directory of […]
With the federal government shutdown dragging into its fifth week, Ohio leaders have announced a $25 million state-funded relief plan to help families facing an imminent pause in food assistance benefits. Gov. Mike DeWine, Senate President Rob McColley, and House Speaker Matt Huffman said the emergency funds will be distributed through the Ohio Department of […]
With SNAP benefits facing a cutoff by Saturday, November 1st, many families in the region will need backup plans fast. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says federal food aid won’t go out if the shutdown continues. In Hamilton County alone roughly 53,000 adults and 43,000 children rely on those monthly benefits. Below is a guide […]
Halloween night is almost here, and neighborhoods across the region are getting ready for the annual candy hunt! Most communities across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky are keeping the traditional 6 to 8PM window on the 31st, but a few towns have their own schedules. Here’s a quick guide to help plan your night. RELATED: Top […]
Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is closing its private event venue, Lempicka by Jeff Ruby, and relocating its downtown Cincinnati corporate offices and catering operations following what the company calls a “landlord dispute regarding safety protocols.” CEO Britney Ruby Miller confirmed Tuesday that Lempicka will officially close at the end of October. The building also houses […]
Cincinnati officials say they’re tightening downtown safety measures after two people were shot Monday night at CityBird Tenders on Fountain Square. Police say the shooting happened just before 8PM following an argument that started near Clifton and continued into the restaurant. A 16-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were shot but are expected to recover […]
Cincinnati’s two mayoral hopefuls, incumbent Aftab Pureval and challenger Cory Bowman, went head-to-head Thursday night in a spirited debate at Xavier University. The event was hosted and moderated by The Cincinnati Enquirer in partnership with Citicable and the Ohio Debate Commission. The hour-long debate gave each candidate two minutes per question and a minute for […]
Ohio lawmakers are pushing to make life a bit easier for expectant mothers. A new proposal, House Bill 450, would allow pregnant women to apply for temporary accessible parking placards during pregnancy. Introduced by Reps. Heidi Workman (R-Rootstown) and Adam Mathews (R-Lebanon) on September 15th, the bill would give pregnant women the option to apply […]
Cincinnati Public Schools is taking a new approach to support families without stable housing. Starting next spring, one of the parking lots at William Howard Taft Elementary will be converted into a safe overnight lot for families who are currently living in their cars. MORE: The 20 Deadliest Cities in Ohio, Ranked The district says […]
The Ohio River bank is about to make history. Dozens of historic riverboats are docking in Cincinnati this week for the America’s River Roots Festival, a five-day celebration of river culture, history, and community. The festival runs Wednesday, October 8, through Sunday, October 12, stretching across the Cincinnati, Newport, and Covington riverfronts. MORE: In Case […]