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Woman shopping for groceries as SNAP benefits face uncertainty during the 2025 government shutdown in Cincinnati

Politics

SNAP Benefits at Risk: Government Shutdown Could Halt November Payments

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…

ByAdam KoehlerOctober 31, 20250Comments

A voter’s finger with an ‘I Voted’ sticker after participating in early voting.

Politics

Early Voting: Why Casting Your Ballot Early Strengthens Democracy

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…

ByAdam KoehlerOctober 23, 20250Comments

Downtown Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River, representing the city where Cory Bowman and Aftab Pureval faced off in the 2025 mayoral debate.

News Politics

Cincinnati Mayoral Debate: Cory Bowman and Aftab Pureval Trade Blows Over Crime, Housing, and City Spending

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…

ByAdam KoehlerOctober 16, 20250Comments

Politics

Eric Conroy’s Congressional Bid: A Profile in Service, Strategy, and Stakes

When a candidate like Eric Conroy runs for Congress in 2026, the stakes are high: The map is shifting (redistricting forthcoming), voter alignment is volatile, and incumbents are more vulnerable than ever. Into this environment steps Eric Conroy , a Cincinnati native, Air Force veteran, former CIA case officer, and now Republican challenger to Democratic…

ByCincinnati ExchangeOctober 15, 20250Comments

Cincinnati Mayoral Debate between Cory Bowman and Aftab Pureval at the 2025 city election forum.

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Gloves Off at the Cincinnati Mayoral Debate: Bowman vs. Pureval

Though they opened the evening with a handshake, it was clear from the first exchange that the gloves were off at Thursday night’s Cincinnati mayoral debate between Cory Bowman and incumbent Aftab Pureval. Moderated by Kevin Aldridge, the debate covered issues ranging from crime and policing to housing, taxation, and Cincinnati’s long-term economic future. Crime…

ByCincinnati ExchangeOctober 10, 20250Comments

News Politics

The Assassination of Charlie Kirk: What Happened, What We Know, and What Comes Next

Charlie Kirk, a leading conservative voice and founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated last week during a live speaking event at Utah Valley University. His killing has shocked the nation, intensified political tensions, and raised serious questions about the rise of ideological violence in America. What Happened Kirk was approximately 20 minutes into his…

ByCincinnati ExchangeSeptember 16, 20250Comments

Business Politics

Innovators to the U.S. Senate: Deliver Commonsense Crypto Rules

The rise of digital assets and blockchain is transforming the global financial system, but America risks falling behind if our rules do not keep up. Right now, developers, entrepreneurs, and investors face a maze of vague and overlapping regulations that leave them guessing about how their products will be treated. That uncertainty drives innovation overseas…

ByCincinnati ExchangeSeptember 2, 20250Comments

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Warren Davidson Celebrated in Trenton for Delivering Permanent Tax Relief

TRENTON, OH — August 26, 2025 — Congressman Warren Davidson received a warm welcome from nearly 30 local residents Monday night at El Barzon in Trenton, where families, small-business owners, and community members gathered to thank him for his role in securing permanent tax relief for Ohioans. The event, hosted by Americans for Prosperity–Ohio and…

ByCincinnati ExchangeAugust 28, 20250Comments

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Christopher Smitherman Announces City Council Run as Independent, Calls on Supporters to Sign Petitions at Jim & Jack’s

Former Vice Mayor Christopher Smitherman has officially announced his candidacy for Cincinnati City Council as an independent. Known for his long track record in public safety, fiscal responsibility, and government accountability, Smitherman is now turning his focus toward returning to City Hall. Supporters can meet him in person and sign his petitions at Jim…

ByCincinnati ExchangeAugust 11, 20250Comments

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Vivek Ramaswamy Draws Huge Crowd in Cincinnati

In his hometown Monday night, congressional hopeful and Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy held a high‑energy town hall at Jim & Jack’s on the River to address public safety concerns in the wake of a recent viral downtown brawl. More than 1,000 people registered , though the venue accommodates only around 300 attendees…

ByCincinnati ExchangeAugust 5, 20250Comments