FC Cincinnati Heads to Its First MLS All-Star Game Wednesday
Cincinnati’s soccer franchise is going to be among the stars Wednesday. FC Cincinnati players Luciano Acosta and Brandon Vasquez will play in Major League Soccer’s 2022 All-Star Game Aug. 10. It will be the first time any member of Cincinnati’s club has been invited to the game in the league’s 26 installments (FC Cincinnati became…
Sound Advice: Sleigh Bells to Bring a Decade of Delightful Noise Pop to Taft Theatre
The cover of Sleigh Bells’ most recent album, 2021’s Texis, features a black-and-white image of singer Alexis Krauss at age 11. She looks directly into the camera as if posing for a school photo and sports a slightly mischievous smile, a bob haircut and a twinkle in her eye, as if she knows far more than she should. It’s a curious visage,…
Rise Against’s Long-Awaited Tour to Promote Latest Album is Worth the Drive to Cleveland
Rise Against recently returned from a European tour where things didn’t always go smoothly. One thing singer-guitarist Tim McIlrath noticed was that the band and crew reacted differently to mishaps during those dates than they would have in pre-pandemic times. To him, it illustrated how musicians more than ever appreciate simply being able to tour…
Sound Advice: Built to Spill’s ’90s Indie-Rock Expertise Is Coming to Cincinnati’s Woodward Theater
Built to Spill endures, which should come as a surprise to no one. The Idaho-spawned act has exceeded most of its early-1990s indie-rock contemporaries behind a timeless sound centering on frontman Doug Martsch’s ragged guitar heroics, which recall Neil Young on a J. Mascis kick. And now, after years as a five-piece outfit, Built to Spill has pared back to a trio with…
Sound Advice: The Wallflowers Aim ‘One Headlight’ at Cincinnati’s Ludlow Garage
If you think it’s intimidating being compared to Bob Dylan, imagine being born with his face, voice and name. The sound of critics sharpening their knives was deafening in 1992 when Bob’s son, Jakob Dylan, released his eponymous debut album with the Wallflowers, but those critical knives were sheathed when Dylan’s band proved to be a jammy roots rock powerhouse and Dylan himself a compelling…
Findlay Market’s Sen by Kiki Makes Waves
Findlay Market’s new seafood hookup is a real catch. Sen by Kiki offers fish and other aquatic cuisine, including freshly shucked oysters ready to enjoy right at the market with all the fixings. Owner/chef Hideki “Kiki” Harada says Findlay Market has been extremely welcoming, even throwing his new stand a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand…
Review: Ripple Wine Bar Brings Approachable Elegance to Covington
Tucked along a row of storefronts on Pike Street in Covington, Ripple Wine Bar has such an unassuming presence that you could easily miss it. I discovered it only last winter, and after a quick stop for wine and appetizers at the bar I became an instant fan. Recently, I returned with several friends to…
The Permanent Jewelry Trend Has Come to the Queen City, and LINK x LOU Is Leading the Way
At long last, the permanent jewelry trend has attached itself to Cincinnati. Queen City eastsider Lindsey Brafford started her permanent jewelry business in Cincinnati in June. Brafford is affiliated with LINK x LOU, a popular permanent jewelry company that launched in Denver in April 2020 and now has locations all over the country. This fast-moving…
Local Man Creates Inclusive Gardening Experience in Loveland After Suffering Injury That Left Him Paralyzed
When Eric Boltz was struck by a car in 2015 while bicycling, the paralyzing injuries he sustained affected not only him but also his family. But even in difficult times, great ideas can emerge. “Our life started over at that moment,” says Yvonne Boltz, Eric’s wife. Eric was paralyzed from the chest down. Today, he…
Through Community Book-Sharing Boxes, Cincinnatians Are Developing Relationships One New Reader at a Time
“Reading is fundamental,” countless teachers, cartoon characters and public service announcements told children in the 1980s and 1990s. A good book or two is the key to a fulfilling career, creative relaxation time and engaging conversation among friends, they said. Read, and all your dreams will come true, they said. But since then, the United States has…
Young Cincinnati Baseball Players to Get National Spotlight Before MLB Field of Dreams Game
Sure, the Cincinnati Reds are rightfully getting a ton of attention for this week’s upcoming MLB Field of Dreams game, but young baseball players from around the region also are preparing for their own memorable experience in Iowa. Ahead of the Cincinnati Reds’ Aug. 11 battle with the Chicago Cubs in Dyersville, Iowa, which will…
New Documentary Produced by Cincinnatian Chronicles Moeller and Princeton Football Rivalry
Cincinnatians are notorious for discussing which high school they attended, but the answer can be especially interesting between two schools in particular: Moeller and Princeton. Their football teams enjoy a voracious rivalry, so much so that it’s the topic in an upcoming documentary produced by Cincinnati area locals. King of the Block is the new film…
Wave Pool’s ‘Pool Party’ Brings an Inflatable Waterslide, Artist Carnival and Live Music to Camp Washington
Camp Washington community and arts organization Wave Pool is hosting a neighborhood “Pool Party,” and the event isn’t just a fun play on words — it’s a literal “art-filled summer swim party,” per a release. On Aug. 20, the area around Rachel Street and Colerain Avenue in Camp Washington will transform into a neighborhood block…
Bye, Paul Brown Stadium – Cincinnati Bengals’ Jungle Is Now Paycor Stadium
Paul Brown Stadium is no more. On Aug. 9, the Cincinnati Bengals announced that the downtown stadium now is called Paycor Stadium after a reported bidding battle among several corporations. The naming-rights deal reportedly will stand for 16 years. Paycor, a human resources software company, is based in Cincinnati but has 42 offices around the United…
Everything You Can Eat and Drink at Greater Cincinnati’s Western & Southern Open Tennis Tournament this Weekend
While most folks are headed to Greater Cincinnati’s annual Western & Southern Open tennis event for the action-packed entertainment element, there are enough local foodie features to make it a worthwhile trip just to chow down. The tournament is coming to Cincinnati Aug. 13-21, and this year, the event will feature 15 local food vendors…
Drop Blake ‘The Attorney’ Maislin, Other Cincinnati Celebs into Northside Yacht Club Dunk Tank This Weekend
The Northside Yacht Club (NSYC) is celebrating its seventh anniversary with a literal splash this weekend. The landlocked-but-loosely-nautically-themed bar is hosting a day full of celebratory festivities on Aug. 13, including setting up a Cincinnati celebrity dunk tank. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Northside Yacht Club (@northside_yacht_club) For $5 you’ll have…
Another Redistricting Deadline Looms With No Action Expected from Ohio Legislature
As the deadline approaches for the Ohio General Assembly to redraw congressional district maps ordered by the Ohio Supreme Court, it seems no action is planned. The state’s highest court struck down the map for congressional voting districts in the state on July 19, giving the GA 30 days to draw a map that wasn’t…
Carrie Underwood to Headline Celebrity Workout at Cincinnati’s Kroger Wellness Festival in September
The Kroger Wellness Festival is a multi-day event that “celebrates a holistic approach to healthy living,” per a release. But it also brings a haul of celebrity fitness stars, musicians, chefs and more to Cincinnati. With a similar name and mission to another health-focused festival — the Wellness Experience Festival, which was co-founded by singer/songwriter…
Biden Visits Eastern Kentucky, Promises Longterm Federal Help For Flood Recovery
During an Aug. 8 visit to survey damage from the severe flooding in Eastern Kentucky that left at least 37 people dead, U.S. President Joe Biden said that the federal government is “staying” until the region is repaired. “We’re going to come back better than before,” Biden said during a press conference in Lost Creek,…
Here’s How to Get the Monkeypox Vaccine in Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Cincinnatians can finally get the monkeypox vaccine, but only under certain circumstances – at least for now. Officials from the Cincinnati Health Department and Hamilton County Public Health announced Aug. 8 that both agencies have a limited supply of the vaccine. Both say the vaccines will be limited to those with high-risk health issues. “Similar…
Private West Side Amusement Park Stricker’s Grove Opens to Public One Day Only This Weekend
Cincinnati amusement park fans will have a novel opportunity this weekend to explore the private Stricker’s Grove. The family-owned and -operated, 25-acre old-fashioned amusement park located near Ross, Ohio is closed to the public for most of the year, except for Labor Day, the Fourth of July, Customer Appreciation Day and Family Day, which takes…
12 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Aug. 12-14)
Friday, Aug. 12 Great Inland Seafood Festival The Ohio River may not be a body of water you’d typically associate with fresh seafood, but this weekend, Newport’s Festival Park will be inundated with delicious sea creatures of every stripe. The Great Inland Seafood Festival brings multiple vendors to the riverfront, offering everything from oysters on…
21+ Screening of ‘Fight Club’ Coming to Sawyer Point Downtown
The first rule of this Fight Club screening at Sawyer Point is you must be 21+ to attend. NightLight 513 is projecting this dark David Fincher classic at the park’s P&G Stage on Aug. 12. The movie starts at sundown with 6:45 p.m. early entry and 7:30 p.m. general admission. Tickets are $7.99 for general admission,…
Pete Rose on Statutory Rape Allegations: ‘Who Cares What Happened 50 Years Ago?’
“Charlie Hustle” hit a speed bump this weekend when a reporter asked about his alleged dalliances with underage girls. Former Cincinnati Reds legend and manager Pete Rose was on hand Aug. 7 when the Philadelphia Phillies honored the 1980 World Series championship team at Citizens Bank Park. Rose had played for the Phillies 1979-1983, helping…
Tom Hardy, Austin Butler and Jodie Comer to Begin Filming New Movie in Cincinnati
Movie stars are once again flocking to the Queen City. Tom Hardy (Venom, Dunkirk, Inception), Austin Butler (Elvis) and Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) will be in town this fall to start production on director Jeff Nichols’ new film, The Bikeriders, according to Film Cincinnati, the local nonprofit dedicated to cultivating Cincinnati’s status as a moviemaking…
Aug. 9 Is Now Dolly Parton Day in Ohio, Gov. Mike DeWine Declares
Dolly Parton now has her own official day in Ohio. Our only question: why has it taken so long? Gov. Mike DeWine announced on Aug. 8 that the beloved country singer and literacy activist would be honored with her own official day. Now, Aug. 9 in Ohio is officially Dolly Parton Day. Parton will be…
Everything You Can Eat at This Weekend’s Great Inland Seafood Festival at Newport’s Festival Park
The Ohio River may not be a body of water you’d typically associate with fresh seafood, but this weekend, Newport’s Festival Park will be inundated with delicious sea creatures of every stripe. The Great Inland Seafood Festival brings multiple vendors to the riverfront Aug. 11-14, offering everything from oysters on the half-shell and shrimp po’…
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Reveals the Gender of New Baby Hippo
Fiona the hippo is officially a big sister to a baby boy. The Cincinnati Zoo announced the gender of the newest addition to the zoo on Aug. 8, five days after the calf’s birth. Keepers, who are giving the calf and mom Bibi time to bond alone, say they finally were able to get a…
Fear and Uncertainty Grip Patients As Abortion Referral Services Struggle to Keep Up
Abortion referral services have seen a change how they do their work, but despite restrictions that make it less possible to get an abortion in Ohio, clinics and non-profits definitely haven’t seen a shortage of need. Abortion Fund-Ohio, which provides case management, grants and resources for patients in need of abortion care, had to take…
‘The Bartenders Down There Are Traumatized.’ City Leaders, Business Owners Respond to Main Street Shooting that Injured Nine People
Nine people were injured in a shooting on Over-the-Rhine’s Main Street in the early hours of Aug. 7, according to the Cincinnati Police Department’s Assistant Chief Michael John. During a press conference at noon Aug. 7, John said officers were called to disperse a large disorderly crowd outside Mr. Pitiful’s bar near the corner of…
Nine Injured in Overnight Main Street Shooting in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine Neighborhood
At least nine people were injured in a shooting on Over-the-Rhine’s Main Street in the early hours of Aug. 7, says Cincinnati Police Assistant Chief Michael John. In a briefing that’s been posted to CPD’s Facebook page, John says the shooting happened around 1:45 a.m. outside Mr. Pitiful’s bar. John says the suspect fired into…
The Tome Bookstore to Host Workshops for Aspiring Novelists During NaNoWriMo 2022
Admit it, you’ve got a great idea for a book. Next comes the hard part: putting it on the page. A local coffee shop/bookstore is here to help. The Tome Bookstore in Mt. Washington wants to empower you to rise to the challenge of becoming a novelist as a part of NaNoWriMo 2022 by offering…
Fifty West Brewing’s ‘Pool Run’ 5K Ends with a Splash in OTR’s Ziegler Park Pool
Looking for a novel way to cool off after a summer run? Fifty West Brewing Company’s Pool Run 5K has a splashy idea. The fun run, which takes place through Over-the-Rhine, literally ends at Ziegler Park Pool, where attendees are invited to cross the finish line by jumping fully clothed into the water. “The idea…
Ohioans Won’t Have to Pay Sales Tax on Back-to-School Items During State’s Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend
With many families slashing budgets to cope with inflation and rising costs, the annual school supply haul has the potential to be a bit lighter for many across the Greater Cincinnati area this year. Thankfully, Ohio’s annual sales tax holiday might provide some relief for back-to-school shoppers. This year, Ohio’s annual sales tax holiday will…
Cincinnati’s Red Bike Opens New Bike Share Station in Lower Price Hill
Cincinnati’s nonprofit bike share system just expanded its reach with the opening of a new Red Bike station in Lower Price Hill. The station, located at Hatmaker Street and State Avenue, is Red Bike’s 63rd in Cincinnati and “represents the westernmost expansion” of the bike share network, per a release. “We are so excited to…
Covington’s Goebel Pool Closes Out the Season with Annual Dog Swim Day
Covington’s Goebel Pool goes to the dogs this weekend. The city is closing out its public pool season by inviting furry friends for a swim on Dog Day, noon-3 p.m. Aug. 7. “The Cov has a lot of dog owners who like to take their pet out and have fun, and the dog swim day…
Cincinnati Gerrymandering Expert: State Legislative Supremacy Would Be Bad in Ohio
Ohio just had its weird, technically illegal special primary election on Aug. 2, and the turnout was as bad as predicted. In Hamilton County, only 8.3% of registered voters showed up for the special race – about 49,500 people. By contrast, Ohio’s last three primaries saw an average 29% voter turnout. The special primary’s low…
Madisonville Food Hall Element Eatery Announces First Three Tenants
Madisonville’s forthcoming Element Eatery food hall has just announced its first three tenants. Locals MashRoots, Taco Oso and Four Mile Pig are the spot’s first “chef partners,” according to a release. Element Eatery — slated to open in September — will eventually host eight culinary options in its 34,500-square-foot space at 5350 Medpace Way. It…
Revival Vintage Bottle Shop to Open Second Rare Bourbon Retailer and Cocktail Bar in Covington
Covington’s Revival Vintage Bottle Shop — a retailer and tasting room for rare and “dusty” bourbons — is getting a second location. Revival, which launched its first spot in Covington in 2020, is slated to open at North by Hotel Covington at 614 Madison Ave. “before the end of the year,” according to a release.…
French Brasserie Royce is Set to Open at The Foundry Next Week
Cincinnati’s Fountain Square’s newest addition, Royce, is set to open next week. The “modern French brasserie” is opening at The Foundry, 3CDC’s $51 million development in the building that previously housed the downtown Macy’s, on Aug. 9. Royce is being brought to life by Nashville-based restaurateur Terry Raley, who opened the popular oyster bar and…
There’s Another Racist Cop, and 8 Other Greater Cincinnati News Stories You May Have Missed This Week
Police have had a big presence in the news this week, and not for the best reasons. But recent days also have brought election results, old-timey baseball and a new member of Cincinnati’s favorite hippo family. Yet Another Cincinnati Police Department Officer Said Racist Things Multiple Times The Cincinnati Police Department has been in the…
DOJ: Louisville Police Officers Falsified Information, Tried To Cover Up Actions In Breonna Taylor Case
Current and former Louisville Metro Police Department officers involved in drafting the warrant for the botched March 13, 2020 that killed Breonna Taylor falsified information in their warrant application, conspired to cover up their actions and lied to federal investigators, the Department of Justice said on Thursday. In a press conference announcing federal charges against…
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati Will Take Over the Streets of Cincinnati In September
Since 1976, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati has been Cincinnati’s favorite celebration of beer, brats and dashing dachshunds in hot dog costumes. The festival, which hosted more than 700,000 people last year, will be held Sept. 16-17 on Second and Third streets downtown between Walnut and Elm streets. “We are excited to announce the return of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati,…
Cincinnati Reds’ Shortstop Kyle Farmer Is Ready to Come out of the Corn for MLB Field of Dreams Game
Major League Baseball’s Field of Dreams game is just a week away, and the Cincinnati Reds are ready for it. During the Aug. 11 game that acts as an homage to the classic baseball film Field of Dreams, the Reds will take on the Chicago Cubs in Dyersville, Iowa. It will be just the second such game ever,…
‘Queer Eye’ Star Jonathan Van Ness to Perform New Gymnastic Comedy Show in Indianapolis This Fall
This show is about to be flipping funny. Jonathan Van Ness, hairstyling star of Emmy-nominated television reboot show, Queer Eye, will perform his new gymnastic-inspired “Imaginary Living Room Olympian” comedy show at Old National Centre’s Murat Theatre in Indianapolis on Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. The live production show features a charismatic Van Ness recalling…
Guest Commentary: Kansas Abortion Referendum Shows How Out-of-Touch Ohio’s Gerrymandered, Extremist Legislature Is
Voters in Kansas on Tuesday, Aug. 2 shot down a ballot referendum to remove abortion rights protections from their state constitution, by a margin of 59-41. Passing it would have paved the way for state lawmakers there to pass far-reaching abortion restrictions, or even an outright ban. Voters took a megaphone to the national stage…
Review: Can Jordan Peele Save the Summer Movie Season? ‘Nope’
There’s a lot to unpack concerning Jordan Peele’s third feature film, Nope, which should come as no surprise. In just five short years, Peele has achieved a level of acclaim that few other directors can relate to. His first two films, 2017’s Get Out and 2019’s Us, were universally lauded and meticulously dissected, in large…
Guest Commentary: Ohio AG Dave Yost’s Claims About Being Tough on Rapists Don’t Line Up With His Actions
On July 11, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost made an appearance on Fox News during which he made several questionable statements. The biggest, of course, were the doubts he was trying to raise about the existence of a 10-year-old rape victim who had to travel to Indiana for an abortion because of a law he rushed…
Fiona Is Now a Big Sister! Bibi Gives Birth to Second Hippo Baby
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens now has another hippo in their bloat. Bibi, mom of famous Fiona the hippo, gave birth to a healthy full-term calf Aug. 3 around 10 p.m., according to Cincinnati Zoo officials. Bibi, who gave birth to Fiona prematurely in 2017, became pregnant unexpectedly (she was on birth control), after…
Bibi, Mom of Fiona the Hippo, Could Give Birth to New Calf Any Moment
Cincinnati Zoo hippopotamus Bibi, the mom of famous Fiona the hippo, should be giving birth to another calf imminently. Keepers went on a Facebook live to answer some questions about Bibi and the calf. Bibi, who gave birth to Fiona prematurely in 2017, became pregnant, earlier than zoo officials expected, after the introduction of male…
New Curfew for E-Scooters Comes With Emphasis on Safety, Rider Requirements
Scooter riders can rejoice; riders now have more time to scoot around the city. Cincinnati’s Department of Transportation & Engineering extended the previously-set curfew for scooter riders from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Now, riders can operate an e-scooter from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. The scooters previously had been operational until 11 p.m., making…
$7 Chicken Wing Specials Available All Week During Cincinnati Wing Week Aug. 22-28
The second annual Cincinnati Wing Week is set to return Aug. 22-28. For seven days wing lovers will have the opportunity to visit (or takeout) participating Cincinnati Wing Week locations to enjoy 6 wings for just $7. With over 40 restaurants serving up their take on the wing, there’s a little something for everyone, even…
Cincinnati Reds Unload Tyler Mahle, Brandon Drury Just Before MLB Trade Deadline
The fans were right all along – 2022 certainly has been another rebuilding year for the Cincinnati Reds. Right up until the 6 p.m. trade deadline on Aug. 2, the Reds were busy scooping up multiple prospects in exchange for the team’s veterans and big producers. The team’s pitching farm has been replenished and the…
Pop-Up at Cincinnati’s Williams Frances Theatre Boasts Spooky Themed Cocktails and Ghost Stories This Weekend
For some, spooky season doesn’t simply exist within a few months — it’s a year-long obsession with all things creepy, cozy and burnt orange-hued. For those already dreaming of falling autumn leaves and ghost tours, a brand new pop-up cocktail experience in August can provide you with a fix of spooky season before autumn even…
O Pie O to Close Permanently After Eight Years in Business
Over-the-Rhine craft pie shop O Pie O has announced it is closing after eight years in business. Aug. 7 will be the last day the shop will be open, per an announcement on Facebook. “Thank you for all your support over the years. Nothing we’ve done or accomplished would have been possible without you,” reads…
Joe Walsh’s James Gang to Play Final Concert in Ohio with Dave Grohl, Nine Inch Nails, Breeders and Black Keys
Classic American rocker Joe Walsh and his James Gang are reuniting in Columbus for “One Last Ride” to benefit veterans — and the band is bringing along a special slate of all-Ohio guests. The concert, VetsAid 2022, will take place at Nationwide Arena on Nov. 13. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Aug. 5…
J.D. Vance Downplays Fundraising Gap, Explains Opposition to Same-Sex Marriage Bill During Ohio State Fair Appearance
At the Ohio State Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 2, J.D. Vance downplayed the gap in fundraising that has opened up between himself and Democrat Tim Ryan. The Republican U.S. Senate nominee also elaborated on his opposition to the Respect for Marriage Act. Fundraising After a bruising primary, there were concerns that Vance might have a…
After Special Election Hijinks, Greater Cincinnati Candidates Are Ready to Square Off in November
Some winners have emerged among the chaos of Ohio’s wacky special primary election on Aug. 2. Earlier this year, a Republican-led commission redrew the boundaries of Ohio’s House districts in an ongoing, dramatic redistricting battle. Many of the ensuing boundary maps repeatedly were rejected by the Ohio Supreme Court as being unconstitutional for unfairly favoring…
District 56 House Race: Mason’s Joy Bennett to Face Lebanon Vice Mayor Adam Mathews on November 8
Warren County voters have chosen their final two candidates in the race to represent the 56th district of the Ohio House. According to the preliminary results of the Aug. 2 special primary, Democrat Joy Bennett will face off against Republican Adam Mathews on Nov. 8. As of 9:30 p.m. and with 99% of precincts reporting,…
LGBTQ+ Marriage Pioneer, University of Cincinnati Grad Jim Obergefell to Battle D.J. Swearingen for Ohio’s 89th District
The man who helped change the course of America’s marriage equality through law is now hoping to do something similar in the political arena. Jim Obergefell, who attended the University of Cincinnati and was the lead plaintiff in the U.S. Supreme Court case Obergefell vs. Hodges, won the Democratic nomination for Ohio’s 89th House district…
Cincinnati Police Officer Calls Telemarketer ‘Sand N*****,’ Gets Short Suspension
Another Cincinnati police officer has been caught using a racist slur while on the job, according to an internal report provided to CityBeat by the Cincinnati Police Department on Aug. 2. Officer Kelly Drach, who is white, yelled the slur, ‘Sand n*****!” on two known occasions while working the desk in CPD’s Real Time Crime…
Guest Commentary: Ohio Declares Monkeypox ‘Significant Public Concern’ But Still Offers No Testing or Vaccine Plan
I set out to write a follow-up opinion piece to my July 13 article on Ohio’s lackluster response to the monkeypox virus outbreak, mostly focused on the fact that we now have more than 4,000 vaccine doses and an increasingly frustrated public of gay men watching other states roll out vaccines. But I stumbled across another…
Art on Vine Moves to New Pop-Up Location Downtown This Month
The Art on Vine pop-up maker market featuring local vendors and artisans is moving this month. It will now be held on Court Street Plaza downtown instead of Fountain Square, but will still boast a collection of more than 80 local makers. Shopping hours are noon-6 p.m. Aug. 7. View this post on Instagram A…
Holy Cross-Immaculata Summer Festival Returns to Mt. Adams with Live Music, Craft Beer and a Casino
One of Cincinnati’s favorite summer church festivals — and one with some of the best views of the city — is back this weekend. Head up to Holy Cross-Immaculata in Mt. Adams on Aug. 5 and Aug. 6 to enjoy live music, boozy drinks and an air-conditioned casino room. There will be food vendors, craft…
Korean Fried Chicken Chain bb.q Chicken to Open Downtown Cincinnati Location
The new 3CDC development 4th & Race downtown will soon be home to several novel chain restaurants, at least for this area. Earlier this year it was announced that popular bakery Paris Baguette would be opening a storefront there — its first in Ohio. And now Korean fried chicken chain bb.q Chicken is slated to…
Major Ohio Cities, Including Cincinnati, Ask Ohio Supreme Court to Rule in Favor of Lawsuit Stopping Abortion Ban Enforcement
Officials in two of Ohio’s major cities officials say a six-week abortion ban in the state “willfully jeopardizes the health and safety of millions of Ohioans,” and therefore should be rescinded by the Ohio Supreme Court. The cities, Cincinnati and Columbus, further joined by Dayton, Toledo and Cleveland Heights, wrote to the state’s highest court…
Cincinnati Reds Trade Outfielder Tommy Pham to Boston Red Sox Less Than 24 Hours Before Deadline
The Cincinnati Reds are having some late nights lately. On Aug. 1, the Reds traded left fielder Tommy Pham to the Boston Red Sox for either a player to be named later or cash. The Reds announced the move at 9:30 p.m. through an email to reporters and on social media channels. Just before the…
Local Health Officials Urge Action to Slow Monkeypox in Greater Cincinnati
Monkeypox has made its way to Cincinnati, and now local health officials are asking residents to take precautions. During an Aug. 1 media briefing, a group of regional health experts gathered with Cincinnati mayor Aftab Pureval to share what individuals can do to identify monkeypox, where to seek treatment and how to slow the spread…
St. Bernard to Host Two-Day German Luau, Reviving Favorite Block Party from the 1980s
The concept of a German Luau may sound like a mash-up of disparate events, but this Hawaiian-Bavarian block party has long been a legend in St. Bernard. And it’s back Aug. 5 and 6 with a pig roast, live entertainment, games and literal buckets filled with beer. The neighborhood first launched its German Luau in…
Gov. Andy Beshear: Flooding Death Toll Rises to 30 In Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear provided a Monday morning update on rescue and recovery efforts in Eastern Kentucky, following historic flooding. The death toll rose to 30 after severe weather continued to devastate the region over the weekend. “If things weren’t hard enough on the people of this region, they’re getting rain right now,” Gov. Beshear…
Pop-Up Roller Skating Rink Returns to Court Street Plaza Downtown
Get ready to roll this weekend as the Frisch’s Mobile Roller Rink once again pops up on Court Street Plaza. The nearly 9,000-square-foot rink will be open 4-8 p.m. Aug. 5, noon-8 p.m. Aug. 6 and noon-6 p.m. Aug. 7. Bring your own skates or rent a pair there for $5. Admission is $2. In…
CatVideoFest Screens the Best Internet Cat Videos at the Esquire and Mariemont Theatres
Do you spend an inordinate amount of time scrolling through adorable animal videos on social media? See the feline-centric cream of the crop at the CatVideoFest this weekend. Screening at both the Esquire and Mariemont theatres, the film is described as a “compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours…
The World’s Longest Yard Sale Returns to Ohio and Kentucky for 35th Year
This weekend will be a treasure hunter’s paradise as the World’s Longest Yard Sale returns for its 35th year. The annual event, also known as the “127 Yard Sale,” stretches 690 miles along the 127 corridor from Gadsden, Alabama up to Addison, Michigan — and right through Covington and Cincinnati. From Aug. 4-7, more than…
12 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Aug. 5-7)
Friday, Aug. 5 World’s Longest Yard Sale This weekend will be a treasure hunter’s paradise as the World’s Longest Yard Sale returns for its 35th year. The annual event, also known as the “127 Yard Sale,” stretches along the 127 corridor from Gadsden, Alabama up to Addison, Michigan — and right through Covington and Cincinnati.…
Thunderstorms Rolling In Monday Kick Off a Rainy Week in Greater Cincinnati
It’s going to be a stormy Monday in Cincinnati followed by a week of predicted wet weather. According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms are expected to roll in on the morning of Monday, Aug. 1. The storms could possibly be severe with winds predicted as high as 21 mph. A line of strong thunderstorms…
ICYMI, Cincinnati Reds Pitcher Luis Castillo Has Been Traded to the Seattle Mariners
A Cincinnati Reds pitcher was traded just days after his outstanding final outing at Great American Ball Park. As Cincinnati fans prepared for bed late July 29, the Reds traded starting pitcher Luis Castillo to the Seattle Mariners for prospects. Castillo had long been the subject of trade predictions ahead of the Aug. 2 deadline…
‘Independent State Legislature’ Theory Could Give Ohio Legislature More Power Than Ohio Supreme Court in Congressional Elections
An obscure legal theory is in the sights of the U.S. Supreme Court, and that theory may create shockwaves, changing the power of the Ohio Supreme Court and the state legislature. The independent state legislature doctrine is an old theory with its genesis in the U.S. Constitution, specifically the clauses that give the state legislatures…
Graeter’s Ice Cream Releases Fifth and Final Limited-Time Bonus Flavor of 2022
Graeter’s Ice Cream has announced the final of its five limited-time bonus flavors for 2022, and this one will be perfectly refreshing on a hot summer day. The local French pot ice cream maker released five secret bonus flavors this year, and it has recently unveiled the fifth: Dragon Fruit Sorbet. Graeter’s describes this flavor…
Worst Month Ever: 16 Greater Cincinnati News Stories You May Have Missed in July
Will Ohio lawmakers learn anything after their appalling and, at times, indifferent responses to the child rape victim who was forced to seek an abortion in Indiana thanks to laws that Ohio enacted? Probably not. That’s just one of the many, many headlines that made us sigh in shame while covering news in Cincinnati and…
Cincinnati Musician Mol Sullivan Releases Mesmerizing Music Video Filmed at Ziegler Pool
Mol Sullivan likes deadlines. The award-winning Cincinnati-based singer/songwriter thrives when the clock is ticking, which could be a reason why she decided to direct her newest music video, “Deep End Dive,” somewhere with an incredibly tight schedule: Over-the-Rhine’s Ziegler Pool in the middle of a record breaking-hot summer. “I noticed in the last year or…
New East End Coffee House and Cocktail Bar Fulton Yards to Hold Grand Opening this Weekend
The East End has a new coffee shop and craft cocktail bar that is hosting its grand opening this weekend. Fulton Yards officially opened June 10 and has had a soft opening for the past five weeks. Co-owner Greg Dorr told CityBeat in an email that their goal of not making a large announcement of…
The Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund Website Is Live — You Can Donate Now
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has established the Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund, and you can donate here. Our Eastern Kentucky families need help. Today we established the Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund so people across our commonwealth and our country can help our families in need. The site is now live. Every dollar…
Hello Honey Opened A New Location in Northern Kentucky, and More Cincinnati Dining News You May Have Missed This Month
Cincinnati’s dining scene has been heating up this July, from a cool new ice cream place opening in Northern Kentucky to the announcement of upcoming dining concepts. We did say goodbye to some classics like Holtman’s Donuts’ Over-the-Rhine location and Uncle Mo’s Cafe downtown. On the bright side, Cold Spring now has a sushi conveyor…
Kings Island Releases Hour-Long ASMR Video of The Beast Lift Hill
Forget rain sounds, Kings Island has an anxiety-busting ASMR video that’s sure to set you off to sleep. (Or at least make you want a funnel cake, idk). The park released an hour-long video of a large cranking gear pulling the cars on The Beast up its famous wooden hill. You just have to listen…
Report Confirms Significant Gap Between Ohio Renters’ Incomes and Housing Costs
A new study shows there is no place in Ohio – or the United States, for that matter – where a person who’s working at minimum wage full-time can afford a modest two-bedroom apartment. The 2022 Out of Reach report reveals a significant gap between renters’ income and their housing cost. Amy Reigel, executive director of…
Ohio AG Dave Yost Sues Biden Administration to Allow LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit Tuesday, July 26 against the Biden administration, joining Ohio with 21 other states to protest guidance that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. On May 5, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) announced that they would be interpreting the prohibition on…
ACLU of Ohio Calls Cincinnati Police Officer’s Racist Slur Toward Student ‘Inexcusable’
The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio is speaking out about the recent suspension of a Cincinnati Police Department officer who used a racist slur while on duty outside a local high school. “No police officer should ever use a racial slur towards a person, but especially a youth on school grounds,” Celina Coming, communications…
Two Beloved Cincinnati Bengals Players Might Finally Make It into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Two former Cincinnati Bengals Players are one step closer to being enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. On July 27, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the 2023 class finalists for its seniors category, and fan-favorite Bengals Ken Riley and Ken Anderson are on the list. The selection committee whittled…
Kenwood Theatre to Permanently Close Doors Friday After 12 Years in Business
Cincinnati cinephiles, brace yourself. Kenwood Theatre is closing after 12 years in operation, the business announced on Facebook July 27. “It has been a great 12 years that include developing close relationships with customers and employees, hosting movie star appearances, special events, and just overall fun, with a lot of work added,” the business writes.…
J.D. Vance Would Vote Against Codifying Right to Marriage for Same-Sex Couples
Republican Ohio U.S. Senate nominee J.D. Vance would oppose legislation to codify the right to marriage for same-sex couples, according to Mission: America, a Columbus based non-profit which bills itself as a ministry. In a joint statement with Ohio Value Voters, Mission: America president Linda Harvey criticized the Ohio Republican congressmen who voted to pass the…
e|19 Lounge Bar & Discothèque Closes Two Years After Opening
Over-the-Rhine’s e|19 Lounge Bar & Discothèque has announced its permanent closure. e|19 was opened in the summer of 2020 by Richard Cooke, the organizer of Cincinnati’s LGBTQ+ Tea Dance series, right across from Rhinegiest. The announcement was made in a July 27 Instagram post that gave no specific reason for the closure, but did say…
Downtown’s Uncle Mo’s Cafe Closes Permanently
Uncle Mo’s Cafe, a Greek restaurant that served up gyros and shawarma downtown, has closed its doors for good. A sign taped to the front of the restaurant, located at 203 E. 7th St., says that the cafe has closed due to the building being sold and the rent tripling. “We thank you for all…
Urban Artifact Launches Mystery-Flavor Trick or Treat Hard Seltzer
Northside brewery Urban Artifact is ringing in spooky season early with the August launch of its Trick or Treat Hard Seltzer. The cryptid-themed collection features a six pack of seltzers, each donning an illustration of a supernatural creature like the Loveland Frogman or a chupacabra. The “trick” — and “treat” — part comes into play…
Fern Plant Shop in College Hill to Host Summer Pop-Up Market with Local Vendors
College Hill plant and design shop Fern is hosting a summer market, full of local and regional vendors. Originally scheduled to take place earlier this summer, the market was postponed due to weather. But this weekend’s pop-up — “Summer Market 2.0” — promises “food, drinks, shopping” and portraits by local artist Julia Lipovsky, per Fern’s…
Health Department: Cincinnati Has Two Likely Cases of Monkeypox
The Cincinnati Health Department is reporting the first likely cases of monkeypox in the city. The CHD confirmed to CityBeat that two cases were reported to the department as positive by a commercial lab. The department said the patients sought evaluation from their health care providers after developing a new rash. Both patients were advised…
Ohio State Fair Returns After Two-Year Hiatus with New Ride Safety Protocols
After taking two years off due to the pandemic, the 176th Ohio State Fair is back in Columbus from July 27-Aug. 7. And while some traditions — like the sculpting of a giant butter cow — haven’t changed, one extremely important and possibly life-saving protocol has. Starting this year, the fair’s midway rides will undergo…
On Newsstands Now: Here’s Everything You’ll Find in CityBeat’s Drinking Issue
In need of a new watering hole, or simply looking to expand your bar crawl routine? In CityBeat’s Drinking Issue, out on newsstands now, CityBeat staffers and Queen City bar owners disclose their favorite bars in Greater Cincinnati. You don’t need to consume alcohol to have fun — that’s not what CityBeat’s Drinking Issue is…
Izzy’s to Add Lenten Classic ‘The Codfather’ Fish Sandwich to Permanent Menu
If you can’t wait until next Lent for a good fried fish sandwich, you’re in luck. Cincinnati staple deli chain Izzy’s has announced it will be adding its famous Lenten fish sandwich “The Codfather” to the permanent menu. The sandwich was previously only available during Lent, but according to an Instagram post from Izzy’s, it…
Kentucky Native Jack Harlow Ties For Most MTV VMA Nominations — And You Can Vote For Him
MTV released the list of nominees for this year’s Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Tuesday, July 26, and Kentucky native Jack Harlow received seven nominations. Harlow was nominated with his friend and collaborator Lil Nas X for their music video for “INDUSTRY BABY” in two votable categories, Video Of The Year and Best Collaboration; and in four…
Religious Leaders: Ohio Abortion Law Violates Constitutional Freedoms
In court documents supporting an attempt to overturn an abortion law in Ohio, physicians and religious leaders spoke to the safety of the procedure and religious freedoms that could be infringed with the law. The briefs were part of a lawsuit in the Ohio Supreme Court fighting against Senate Bill 23, the law that was implemented…
Celebrate African Food and Culture During AfriFest Cincy: Taste of Africa This Weekend
Engross yourself in African culture this weekend at Burnet Woods Park. AfriFest Cincy: Taste of Africa, hosted by local nonprofit organization African Professionals Network (APNET), “celebrates African cultures in the local community, builds awareness, and connects people,” per the event’s Facebook page. Attendees can “celebrate unity in diversity” at this family-friendly event that features African…
DeWine Claims Concern for “Vulnerable,” Still Won’t Talk About Children Who Now Have to Have Babies
As he celebrated passage and enactment of severe abortion restrictions in Ohio, Gov. Mike DeWine was lavish in expressing concern for “the most vulnerable among us, those who do not have a voice.” On June 24, just after the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for the abortion restrictions he’d signed into law, DeWine added,…
