As the federal government shutdown enters its fifth week, millions of Americans—including tens of thousands across Greater Cincinnati—face the possibility that November SNAP benefits may not be issued.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), used carryover funds to cover October payments, but officials say those funds are…
As Election Day approaches on Tuesday, November 4 , voters across Ohio have an important opportunity to make their voices heard before the rush.
Early voting isn’t just convenient — it’s one of the best ways to ensure that every ballot is counted. Every citizen is represented, and our democracy remains strong.
Over the…
Republican challenger Cory Bowman and Democratic incumbent Mayor Aftab Pureval faced off Wednesday night in a tense Local 12 broadcast that highlighted deep divisions over crime, housing, and the city’s handling of infrastructure funds.
The half-hour debate, hosted live on Local 12, gave voters their clearest look yet at how the two men…
Cincinnati is facing a violent crime crisis, but City Council is stuck in ceremony mode. Here’s a plan the city could adopt today—if our leaders actually cared more about outcomes than optics.
Cincinnati Crime Is Bigger Than “Perception”
The data is in: violent crime in Cincinnati is rising—and fast.
Over the past 28 days, violent…
As an entrepreneur, one of the biggest advantages I’ve gained is AI flexibility in Cincinnati. I can go to daytime events, connect with people, and build real relationships—all while automation handles the tasks that used to eat up my day.
That kind of flexibility wasn’t possible back when I worked a 9-to-5. Even when the…
Vice President JD Vance Lima resonated not just with national GOP figures but with local grassroots energy at Tuesday’s sold-out Ohio Republican Party dinner in Lima’s Civic Center. With over 1,000 attendees, the event signaled solid Republican turnout despite a modest counter-protest just outside.
A convergence of national attention and local focus
Vice President…
Wawa Cincinnati expansion kicked into gear this week as the Pennsylvania-based convenience chain announced plans to open 50–60 stores in Ohio over the next 5–8 years, starting with locations in Liberty Township, Fairfield, Edgewood, and Newport. With a $375 million investment and 2,100 new steady jobs projected, here’s why this matters for Greater Cincinnati.
Why…
Earlier this year, a 73-year-old woman in Hamilton County lost over $41,000 to a cryptocurrency scam involving a Bitcoin ATM. Thanks to quick action by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, most of the funds were recovered. But incidents like this are increasingly common—and not everyone is so lucky.
As digital assets like cryptocurrency and…
When I recently shared images of decaying infrastructure at Inwood Park in Mt. Auburn, I expected a strong reaction—but the dialogue that unfolded was eye-opening. Cincinnati residents revealed deep frustrations with city neglect, inconsistent accountability, and troubling double standards in how maintenance rules are enforced.
This isn’t just a Cincinnati problem—it’s a Rust Belt reality.…
Cincinnati has always been a city of strong opinions and deep pride. Ask any local, and you’ll get an earful about chili, the Bengals, or which neighborhood has the best coffee. But in 2025, with the city at a crossroads of development, politics, and culture, we hit the streets—and the inboxes—to ask a simple question:…


