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Orlando Sonza speaking outdoors during his 2024 congressional campaign in Cincinnati.

Politics

Orlando Sonza’s National Rise: From Cincinnati to the U.S. Department of Justice

In a powerful affirmation of public service, military leadership, and legal expertise, Orlando Sonza has been appointed as Counsel in the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division—a major national role that marks a new chapter in a career already defined by discipline, integrity, and civic duty. This promotion caps off an impressive tenure as…

ByCincinnati ExchangeAugust 1, 20250Comments

Politics

The Lines Are Moving Again: Mid-Decade Redistricting in Ohio and the GOP’s Nationwide Strategy

Ohio redistricting 2025 is underway—and it’s triggering national attention. With control of Congress hanging by a thread, Republican lawmakers are using every legal option to gain an edge before the 2026 midterms. Mid-decade redistricting in Ohio isn’t just about the Buckeye State—it’s part of a broader GOP strategy unfolding across multiple red states. Unlike the…

ByCincinnati ExchangeJuly 25, 20250Comments

Business

Why Cincinnati Business Isn’t Taken Seriously—And How We Change That

Cincinnati Business Has Everything It Needs—Except Urgency When it comes to business potential, Cincinnati business is punching below its weight. We’re home to seven Fortune 500 companies , including Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Fifth Third Bank, and Cintas. Our central location puts us within a day’s drive of 60% of the U.S. population.…

ByCincinnati ExchangeJuly 2, 20250Comments

Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart and Aerial view of Paycor Stadium and downtown Cincinnati, home of the Bengals defense in 2025

Sports

Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart Contract Disputes

The Bengals are in a risky standoff with Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart , and it’s threatening to derail their 2025 defensive campaign before it even starts. Time Is Running Out on the Edge The Bengals are heading into the 2025 season with massive uncertainty at the most important position on their defense: edge rusher.…

ByRob KantnerJuly 2, 20250Comments

Crime scene evidence markers on a Cincinnati street, symbolizing the city’s rising violent crime crisis.

Politics

Cincinnati Crime Crisis: A 10-Step Plan to Fix the City

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…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 2, 20250Comments

Business

AI Flexibility in Cincinnati: Why Workers Should Get Out More

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…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 1, 20250Comments

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Vice President JD Vance Lima Event Draws Camaraderie

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…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 25, 20250Comments

Sports

Bengals Release Germaine Pratt: What His Departure Means for Cincinnati

The Bengals release Germaine Pratt news hit on June 9, ending a key chapter in Cincinnati’s recent football history. After six seasons, 665 tackles, and a playoff-defining interception, the veteran linebacker is now off the roster — and the implications are clear. A Leader Lost, A Door Opened Germaine Pratt wasn’t just another linebacker.…

ByRob KantnerJune 9, 20250Comments

Business

Wawa’s Cincinnati Expansion: What the 50‑Store Boom Means for Local Convenience Culture

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…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 9, 20250Comments

News Politics

Cincinnati’s FY26 Budget Plan: Potholes, Parks, and Homeless Support

Mayor Aftab Pureval has unveiled the proposed Cincinnati budget FY26 , and it’s clear one priority stands out above all: basic needs. With new funding from the recent sale of the Cincinnati Southern Railway, the administration is tackling infrastructure, parks, and homelessness head-on — all while funding new public services hires. Cincinnati Budget…

ByCincinnati ExchangeJune 9, 20250Comments