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Lifestyle Travel

January Is the Best Month to Travel and Most People Don’t Realize It

January has an unfair reputation. The holidays are over, the decorations are packed away, and Cincinnati settles into its grayest stretch of winter.But for travelers willing to rethink the calendar, January is not something to endure. It is one of the smartest months of the year to leave town and explore why travel options in…

ByMelissa AllenDecember 29, 20250Comments

Dense fog obscuring a two-lane road with oncoming car headlights, illustrating the Cincinnati weather forecast for New Year's.

News Tips Travel

Cincinnati weather forecast: Cold, windy conditions expected this week

A sharp change in weather is moving through the Cincinnati area this week, bringing colder temperatures and gusty winds following the passage of a cold front. According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, much of the region is experiencing strong northwest winds behind the front, with gusts capable of producing wind chill values well…

ByNina OliverioDecember 29, 20250Comments

A female professor lecturing to a diverse group of students in a university classroom, illustrating education topics for Ohio Senate Bill 1.

News

Ohio Senate Bill 1 changes college majors at a university in Cincinnati

Public universities across the state are complying with Ohio Senate Bill 1 by reviewing and cutting low-enrollment degree programs. With this, the University of Cincinnati joins other institutions. They are adapting to the new Ohio Senate Bill 1 mandates regarding academic offerings. Ohio Senate Bill 1 has officially altered the landscape of higher education in…

ByNina OliverioDecember 29, 20250Comments

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News

Glendale woman arrested after police chase ends in Paycor Stadium crash

A high-speed pursuit on Saturday afternoon ended in a Paycor Stadium crash. Diana Kramer, 55, faces multiple charges following the crash that closed lanes on I-75. A Glendale woman is in police custody after leading officers on a high-speed chase through Hamilton County. The chase concluded with a collision near the downtown riverfront. The incident began…

ByNina OliverioDecember 29, 20250Comments

Person shining a flashlight on a circuit breaker panel during a FirstEnergy power outage in Ohio.

News

Strong winds trigger FirstEnergy power outages across Northeast Ohio

FirstEnergy power outages are currently affecting thousands of residents across Northeast Ohio as severe winds sweep through the state. Utility crews are mobilizing to assess damage and restore service while FirstEnergy power outages continue to be reported in Summit, Cuyahoga, and Portage counties. The severe weather system moving through the Great Lakes region has brought…

ByNina OliverioDecember 29, 20250Comments

Joe Burrow celebrates with Tee Higgins after a touchdown as the Cincinnati Bengals defeat the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17

Sports

Bengals Cardinals Result: Cincinnati Wins 37–14 in a Game That Looked Exactly How It Should Have

The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t just beat the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. They controlled them. The final score — a 37–14 Bengals win — reflects a game that was never competitive past the first quarter and rarely interesting past halftime. And while it may not rewrite the Bengals’ 2025 season, it did…

ByRob KantnerDecember 28, 20250Comments

Joe Burrow celebrates as the Cincinnati Bengals prepare to face the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17

Sports

Bengals vs. Cardinals Week 17 Preview: What Actually Matters on Sunday

The Bengals vs. Cardinals matchup arrives with two teams heading in very different directions—and with very different stakes. Arizona comes to Cincinnati riding a seven-game losing streak, searching for answers as the season winds down. As the Bengals take on the Cardinals, anticipation for the Bengals vs. Cardinals matchup is building.…

ByRob KantnerDecember 28, 20250Comments

Community News Trends

Tickets go on sale for 2026 Cincinnati Home + Garden Show at renovated convention center

The Cincinnati Home + Garden Show is set to make a grand return to the renovated convention center in early 2026. Tickets are now available for the highly anticipated event, marking a major milestone for the newly renovated convention center. The Cincinnati Home + Garden Show is officially returning to downtown Cincinnati. After a hiatus…

ByNina OliverioDecember 28, 20250Comments

Close-up of a person in a suit casting a vote into a ballot box, representing Ohio mail-in ballot deadlines and grace period discussions.

News

Ohio governor reluctantly signs bill ending ballot grace period

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine eliminates the ballot grace period citing legal concerns. New legislation requires all mail-in votes to arrive by Election Day. According to various local media reports, DeWine has signed Senate Bill 293 into law. It officially eliminates the state's longstanding ballot grace period for mail-in votes. The legislation, signed on December…

ByNina OliverioDecember 27, 20250Comments

Lifestyle Season

How to Return Holiday Gifts: Practical Tips for Cincinnati Shoppers After Christmas

The holiday season brings joy, generosity, and—inevitably—a few gifts that just don’t work out. Whether it’s the wrong size, a duplicate item, or something that missed the mark, return holiday gifts is a near-universal post-Christmas task. For Cincinnati-area shoppers, knowing how and where to return holiday gifts can save time, money, and frustration—especially as return…

ByMelissa AllenDecember 26, 20250Comments