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Cincinnati budget hearings conclude first phase of FY 2027 planning

Cincinnati budget hearings for the upcoming FY 2027 municipal budget have concluded their initial public input phase. The hearings brought residents, nonprofit leaders, and city officials together to discuss priorities before the next stage of budget development. City Council held several public forums in March to collect feedback on how Cincinnati should allocate funding for…
March 16, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati city manager salary draws scrutiny as pay reaches $329K

The Cincinnati city manager salary has come under renewed public scrutiny after city records confirmed the top administrative position earns more than $329,000 annually. The debate follows the recent performance review of Cincinnati’s top executive administrator, a role responsible for overseeing daily city operations, managing thousands of employees, and implementing policies approved by elected officials. …
March 12, 20260Comments

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Trump’s Cincinnati visit highlights plan to lower prescription drug prices

President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to the Greater Cincinnati area on Wednesday, March 11. This trip is part of a White House effort to highlight policies focused on reducing prescription drug costs for American patients. According to multiple media reports, the president will visit a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. He will also speak about…
March 9, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati congressional candidate’s hit‑and‑run case puts campaign under scrutiny

Cincinnati Libertarian candidate John David Hancock faces a hit‑and‑run case after prosecutors say he failed to stop for a seriously injured pedestrian. The hit‑and‑run case has put the campaign of the 31‑year‑old hopeful in the spotlight as he continues his bid for Ohio’s 1st Congressional District seat. Hancock’s indictment on a felony charge stems from…
February 19, 20260Comments

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Democrats fundraising advantage drives early momentum in Ohio congressional races

Ohio fundraising advantage shapes early 2026 campaign landscape This fundraising advantage is emerging as a defining factor in the state’s 2026 congressional contests.  Ohio incumbents, particularly Democrats in the state’s most competitive districts, have outpaced challengers in raising campaign funds. Ohio’s amended congressional map, approved in late 2025, still leaves several swing districts. In these,…
February 5, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Financial Mismanagement: What the City’s Own Audits Reveal About Leadership and Accountability

The shocking report and confirmation of Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval’s private vehicle repossession should concern every citizen and taxpayer of Cincinnati. This incident adds to worries about Cincinnati financial mismanagement, raising questions about leadership accountability. The elected leadership of Cincinnati is trusted to have the expertise to balance a budget with complex and nuanced layers…
December 11, 20250Comments

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Will Hamilton County fund a wrongful conviction unit? Dec. 18 vote decides

The proposal for a conviction integrity unit is gaining momentum in Hamilton County. Local leaders say the unit could reshape how the county handles wrongful conviction claims. Hamilton County’s proposed conviction integrity unit (CIU) has become one of the most closely watched criminal-justice developments of the year, as Prosecutor Connie Pillich pushes for a dedicated…
December 10, 20250Comments

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Cincinnati mayoral election
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Post-Mayoral Race: What We Learned From the 2025 Cincinnati Mayoral Election

After winning the primary, we commissioned a poll targeting 200,000 high-propensity citywide voters — both Republicans and Democrats. During the Cincinnati mayoral election, this poll provided important insights. The key insight was clear: not enough voters knew who Cory was. That set the direction for the next phase of the race: a full-scale effort to…
December 9, 20250Comments

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