From a Rose to a Name: Woman Found in Shallow Grave in North Avondale Identified After 7 Years
After 7 years, investigators have identified the body of a woman found in a shallow grave in North Avondale. During a Tuesday press conference, Hamilton County Coroner Lakshmi Sammarco announced the woman was positively identified as Patricia Colina Goodwin. She was 71 when she died. Goodwin’s remains were discovered on May 31, 2018, near a…
Cincinnati Real Estate Entrepreneur to be Featured on National TV Show
A Cincinnati area real estate entrepreneur will be showcasing the Queen City in a new episode of The American Dream. The American Dream is a nationally acclaimed show created by American Dream Network that features the best local lifestyles, thriving businesses and real estate markets across the country. The show has selected Brittany Williams, a…
Mi Cozumel to Open New Location in Newport This Summer
Two new concepts are moving into Newport on the Levee, including a local restaurant chain recently voted as one of the best Greater Cincinnati Mexican restaurants, as well as one of the best places for margaritas, by CityBeat readers. Best known for its vast selection of margarita flavors (over 40) and quintessential Mexican dishes, Mi…
Covington’s Frosthaus Rebrands With New Concept, ‘The Hum’
Covington bar and restaurant Frosthaus, best known for its quick bites and boozy slushies, is transforming into a new concept that honors historical influences while looking ahead to the future. On Friday, May 30, Frosthaus will reopen in its current space as The Hum, a rebranding that embodies energy, nostalgia and bold new flavors, says…
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to Celebrate Deerfield Township Grand Opening With Free Scoops
In April, Columbus-based Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams opened a new scoop shop in Deerfield Township. Now, they’re getting ready to celebrate their grand opening with free (yes, FREE) ice cream. The Deerfield Township Jeni’s, located at 5200 District Park Drive, will hold a grand opening celebration on Wednesday, June 4 from 7-11 p.m. Along with…
Supporters Say Hunger-Free Campus Act Would Benefit Ohio Students’ Well-Being
Advocates recently spoke out in favor of a bill that would help Ohio college students dealing with food insecurity. A bill that would require the Chancellor of Higher Education to create the Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program had supporter testimony last week in the Ohio House Workforce and Higher Education Committee meeting. The program would award…
Ohio Near the Top in April Unemployment
Ohio had the sixth-highest unemployment of any state in April. The news comes after years of state officials spending billions on economic growth programs tilted heavily toward the wealthy. It might seem ironic, but Ohio’s economy added jobs in April even as unemployment continued to grow. That’s because job growth isn’t keeping up with the…
Graeter’s Releases Bonus Summer Flavor Inspired by Kings Island Roller Coaster
Summer in Cincinnati is about to get much, much sweeter as two Cincinnati summer staples collaborate on a new ice cream flavor. Graeter’s has begun releasing its bonus summer flavors, the Bake Shop 2025 collection. The second flavor in the series debuted Friday, and it’s the wildest flavor yet. “Beast Feast: Cookie Dough Unleashed” is…
Billy Joel Cancels Upcoming Concerts, Including Cincinnati Performance, After Medical Diagnosis
Billy Joel will no longer visit Cincinnati this September after a recent medical diagnosis. The music legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s team released a statement Friday announcing the cancellation of all Joel’s upcoming concerts after he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). Joel was set to perform at Paycor Stadium on…
Ohio Continues to Rank Terribly Among the States, from the Economy to Health Care
Ohio continues to do terribly in nearly every way possible, according to the latest state rankings from the U.S. News & World Report. The Buckeye State slid two more spots in the report’s latest rankings of the 50 states, moving from No. 36 in the last report to No. 38 in the latest iteration. In…
U.S. House Republican Cuts to Medicaid, Food Assistance Would Impact Hundreds of Thousands in Ohio
The U.S. House Republican budget bill could spell significant losses for low-income families in Ohio, specifically those in need of food assistance and those on Medicaid. Advocates for Medicaid and anti-hunger leaders have said reductions and eliminations connected to the two programs would negatively affect Ohioans as a whole, and the state’s economy and spending…
Cincinnati Animal CARE Declares Code Red, in Urgent Need of Adopters and Fosters
Cincinnati Animal CARE (CAC) says it is in dire need of adopters and fosters as it declares a Code Red at its shelters, saying its facing one of the highest population surges in its history. Across both its Northside shelters and foster homes, CAC is currently caring for 738 animals. “We simply cannot continue at…
A Dessert Shop Known for its Gourmet Milkshakes is Opening Near Kings Island
A Pittsburgh-based dessert shop best known for its variety of handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates is opening its first Greater Cincinnati franchise at the end of May. MilkShake Factory will celebrate its grand opening at 2144 Kings Mills Road in Mason — just minutes away from Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge — on…
New Report Ranks Cincinnati’s Parks in Top 5 Among U.S. Cities
Cincinnati has some pretty amazing parks, according to a new national index report. Trust for Public Land, a national nonprofit focused on connecting people to the outdoors, released its annual ParkScore index this week. The report measures factors like park investment, park access and park amenities among the 100 most populous cities in the United…
Cincinnati Bar and Restaurant Group Launches Summertime Espresso Martini Passport
It’s going to be the summer of espresso martinis in Cincinnati. An all-new beverage passport from local bar and restaurant group 4EG will take espresso martini lovers on a trip to sip across the Queen City this summer. The Cincinnati Espresso Martini Passport features 13 local bars and their exclusive takes on this beloved, coffee-infused…
Huge Majorities Support Due Process for Migrants. They Haven’t Always Gotten it in Ohio
A new poll finds that, by a yawning margin, Americans believe people should get due process of law before being ejected from the United States — but advocates say they’ve sometimes been denied it in Ohio. President Donald Trump is clashing with the courts over what detainees are legally entitled to as Immigration and Customs…
Child Care Tax Credit for Businesses Introduced in Ohio House
A new bill introduced in the Ohio House would create a business tax credit for child care benefits similar to a federal credit the bill’s sponsor says is underutilized. State Rep. Andrea White, R-Kettering, told the House Ways and Means Committee that the tax credit in House Bill 167 would offer a stronger incentive for…
Annual Jane Austen Festival Moves to Heritage Village Museum This Summer
You can step into Regency era Great Britain and celebrate the legacy of one of the most famous authors of the time at the annual Jane Austen Festival — now in Sharonville — this June. After enchanting guests in Louisville for years, the festival will now be hosted at Sharon Woods’ Heritage Village Museum June…
Cincinnati to Host Prestigious Global Film Industry Conference this September
The prestigious Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) Cineposium is returning to North America for the first time in eight years, and Cincinnati will be the host city to welcome it back. The AFCI Cineposium in 2025 will celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary. This global event will be taking place right here in the Queen…
Bellevue Cafe Elusive Cow is Closing
A cafe in Bellevue, best known for its elevated burgers and sandwiches made with locally sourced, organic ingredients, is closing for good after 12-and-a-half years in business. Elusive Cow announced on social media that its final day in business will be Sunday, May 25. The restaurant says the industry hasn’t been the same since the…
Ohio Senate Democrats Hope to Fully Fund Public Schools, Not Fund Browns Stadium in State Budget
Ohio Senate Democrats have submitted 423 amendments to the two-year state operating budget — including one removing the $600-million bond package for a new Cleveland Browns stadium in Brook Park, and one to fully fund public schools. The Ohio House passed its version of the budget last month and the Senate is currently working on the budget,…
Ohio Lawmakers Join on Letter Supporting Planned Parenthood, Resisting Funding Cuts from Congress
More than a dozen members of Ohio’s state legislature signed on to a letter with 500 other lawmakers across the nation asking Congress to push back against efforts to reduce or eliminate budget funding that would go to Planned Parenthood health clinics. The letter, sent to U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, U.S. House Speaker Mike…
Hinton Jr. Case: Ohio AG Calls on Lawmakers to Ban Crowdfunding for Criminal Defense
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said he’s looking into several options to halt fundraising efforts for Rodney Hinton Jr., the man accused of intentionally running over and killing Hamilton County Deputy Larry Henderson earlier this month. During a Tuesday press conference, Yost condemned several online fundraisers for Hinton Jr.’s family, some created by the family…
InventHelp’s VIBE at the Licensing Expo – A Gateway to Innovation
Every year, the worldwide innovation community turns its attention to one of the most anticipated industry events – the Licensing Expo, and 2025 is expected to be even larger. Located in Las Vegas, this premier event culls together some of the most creative minds, ambitious start-ups, global brands, and licensing professionals under one roof. At…
Miami University Art Students Create Mural for Newport on the Levee
Newport on the Levee has unveiled a new mural created by Miami University art students as part of a first-of-its-kind class. Miami University says the city of Newport approached its art department last fall about projects to beautify the city. Assistant teaching professor Michael Stillion then built an entire class where students led the conceptualization,…
Trump Drug Order Ignores the Government’s Interest in High Drug Prices, Ohio Expert Says
The issue of drug pricing has been as pressing in Ohio as anywhere. President Donald Trump last week issued an executive order requiring drugmakers to offer their products as cheaply here as they do overseas. But players in the industry say the order lacks detail about how it would make that happen. An Ohio expert…
Ohio Senate Advances Ranked Choice Voting Ban
With minimal debate last week, the Ohio Senate advanced a measure effectively prohibiting ranked choice voting in the state. ‘Effectively’ because state lawmakers actually can’t ban the practice. Instead, Senate Bill 63 threatens to withhold an important stream of state funding for any local government that embraces ranked choice. The proposal’s sponsors are bipartisan, and…
Ryan Hinton Preliminary Autopsy Indicates Gunshot Wound Near Back, Side
The Hamilton County Coroner has released more details about the shooting death of 18-year-old Ryan Hinton, who was shot and killed by a Cincinnati Police officer on May 1. In a press conference Monday, Dr. Lakshmi Sammarco revealed the preliminary autopsy report that outlines the location of gunshot wounds on Hinton’s body. The location of…
21c Museum Hotel’s Metropole Launches Daily Brunch Service
Metropole, the restaurant at downtown Cincinnati’s 21c Museum Hotel, is now offering brunch from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. seven days a week. A contemporary restaurant with a menu that blends Midwestern charm and the culinary traditions of the Ohio River Valley with French and Italian influences, Metropole says its brunch offers a fresh take…
Stablecoin or Speculative? Understanding SUI USD and the Evolution of Utility Tokens
As digital assets mature, the line between utility and speculation blurs, eliciting a conversation about global crypto markets. SUI USD represents a case study of how new blockchain tokens reshape economic incentives, governance models, and investor behavior. It is essential to understand that SUI USD is the acronym used by price tracking sites like Binance,…
Wonton Crafter Yee Mama to Open Retail Location Inside Findlay Market
Yee Mama, a food producer best known for its handcrafted dumplings and wontons, will soon open in a retail space at Findlay Market. After five years of operating as a wholesale wonton business from Findlay Kitchen, a nonprofit small business incubator run by FIndlay Market, Yee Mama will move into a stall in the Market…
Under Cover Book Club: May 2025 Book Reviews
CityBeat is partnering with Under Cover Book Club on a book-based scavenger hunt in Cincinnati. Every month, the Under Cover Book Club will hide books around the city for you to find with clues posted on social media and CityBeat will publish short reviews of those books to give you a taste of what’s to come. These…
Skyline Chili Just Debuted a New Menu Item, and We Can’t Wait to Try It
Skyline Chili is kicking the summer off with a new menu item, and it’s a marriage of two icons from the Cincinnati chili chain. For a limited time, Skyline diners can enjoy a mashup of the classic Cincinnati party app Skyline Chili Dip and the restaurant’s Chilito in the all-new Skyline Dip Chilito. The Skyline…
HHS Agrees to Review Mifepristone Safety Based on Anti-Abortion White Papers
The Trump administration has agreed to review the safety and efficacy of abortion pills, based on white papers funded by far-right organizations, which reproductive health experts say are unscientific and contradict decades of research showing low rates of serious adverse events for the most common form of abortion. But during a U.S. Senate hearing Wednesday,…
Ohio Library Systems, Advocates Push Back on House Provision to Hide Certain Materials
As Ohioans pleaded for more support for the state’s public libraries, there was also outcry against a provision that library staff and supporters say would add more work and unnecessary regulations to the local institutions. The Ohio House added a provision to their budget draft that was not in the governor’s executive proposal, one that…
Drop New Music in the Past Year? CityBeat Wants to Hear It
The Queen City is full of local musicians putting out great music — and CityBeat wants to help them promote their music in a new way. We’re putting together a special “Local Record-O-Rama” feature for an upcoming print issue, out on newsstands July 9. The feature — which will also be published on our website…
City Leaders Combat Summer Violence with Youth Program Expansion
Violent crime tends to peak between June and August in Cincinnati, due partially to a rise in youth crime rates during summer break. To combat youth summer crime, the city announced Wednesday that it’s expanding its Summer in Cincy program. “We know that, unfortunately, violence spikes when the weather is warmer and school is out,”…
Arts and Music Festival Celebrating All Things Analog Comes to Northside This Weekend
A “weird but good” festival is coming to Northside this weekend. Analog Fair, a festival that celebrates community, creativity, crafts and curiosity through analog practices, will be held at PAR Projects on Saturday, May 17 from 4-11 p.m. Creative initiatives like art, music, literature, comedy, photography and more are all part of the event. Organizers…
Feds to Wind Down Certain Indiana Naturalization Ceremonies, Block On-Site Voter Registration
The federal agency that confers citizenship upon thousands of new Hoosiers annually is pulling back from naturalization ceremonies held in donated venues — to the alarm of volunteers who won’t be allowed inside the “in-house” alternatives to register prospective voters. The Indianapolis Public Library’s Central Library regularly hosts ceremonies in its expansive auditorium, but after…
Bipartisan Bill Would Require Daily Moment of Silence in Ohio Schools
A proposed bill would require Ohio school districts to have a moment of silence every day. Ohio state Reps. Gary Click, R-Vickery, and Eric Synenberg, D-Beachwood, gave sponsor testimony on House Bill 187 Tuesday during the House Education Committee. State law currently allows teachers to have a moment of silence in the classroom, so this…
Party by the Roebling All Summer Long at the Rockin’ the Roebling Concert Series
Every Thursday night from now until Sept. 4, you can party by the Roebling Bridge at the Rockin’ the Roebling Summer Concert series. The free concerts are held from 6-10 p.m. on the Schmidlapp Event Lawn at Moerlein Lager House. The first one kicks off tonight (May 15) with ’90s and 2000s cover band Floyd…
JD Vance Says Officer Who Killed Ryan Hinton Was ‘Totally Justified’
Vice President JD Vance commented on the deaths of Ryan Hinton and Deputy Larry Henderson during a National Police Week breakfast hosted by the VP. The Wednesday event was attended by state and local law enforcement officers. Vance brought up the waterfalling events of Ryan Hinton’s shooting death from by a CPD officer, which was…
New Riff Distilling Brings Home 12 Medals from Prestigious International Spirits Competition
A Northern Kentucky distillery is once again bringing home the gold — and double gold — from a prestigious spirits competition. New Riff Distilling in Newport says it recently won 12 medals — one for each of its entries — at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC), a renowned event that features a…
Ohio Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill that Would Help College Students Combat Food Insecurity
A proposed bipartisan bill would help Ohio college students struggling with food insecurity. Ohio House Reps. Sean Patrick Brennan, D-Parma, and Jim Hoops, R-Napoleon, introduced Enact the Hunger Free Campus Act earlier this year, and it had sponsor testimony Tuesday in the Ohio House Workforce and Higher Education Committee meeting. Ohio House Bill 157 would require…
Without Funds from the Feds, a Third of Ohio’s Historic Preservation Office Let Go
The Ohio History Connection last week laid off a third of the staff at the State Office of Historic Preservation. Even though many of its responsibilities are mandated by the federal government, the feds haven’t provided funding that was appropriated in October, a spokesman said. The money is provided by the National Park Service, which…
Downtown Cincinnati Voodoo Brew Pub Closes
A Pennsylvania-based brew pub that opened a franchise in downtown Cincinnati less than two years ago is now closed. Voodoo Brewery was founded in Meadsville, Pennsylvania, in 2005 and now owns six locations in the state, as well as one in Las Vegas, and has over 20 franchise locations across 13 states, including another one…
Sound Advice: Midwest Friends Fest Takes Over Southgate House Revival
With a dazzling 42-act lineup, the Midwest Friends Fest is back and bigger than ever. The annual music festival — which features genre-defying artists from the Cincinnati area, across the Midwest and beyond — will return to Newport’s Southgate House Revival on May 30 and 31. This year’s slew of must-see local acts includes shoegaze…
Sound Advice: Billy Idol Brings New Album, Classic Hits to Riverbend
Billy Idol turns 70 years old this November. That just doesn’t seem right. The man born William Michael Albert Broad looks as fit as ever, his bleach-blonde spiky hair and signature sneer still a calling card for a guy who didn’t think he’d survive his days as a snot-nosed rocker in 1970s Britain, let alone…
Review: They Say You “Gottahava Wawa” and I’m Glad Cincinnati’s No Exception
In May 2024, I returned to Cincinnati following my undergraduate days at the University of Delaware. As I sorted through Mid-Atlantic tchotchkes packed away in my storage bins – shells from Delaware beaches, brochures from the DuPont estates, magnets from Philadelphia museums – I found a coupon for a free Wawa hoagie set to expire…
The Cincinnati Fringe Festival Returns Later this Month for its 22nd Year
The Cincinnati Fringe Festival returns for its 22nd year May 30 to June 14 with new venues and a new performance category. Fringe HQ at the Know Theatre will host performances, as will Coffee Emporium, First Lutheran Church, Gabriel’s Corner and the Miami University Center for Community Engagement in Over-the-Rhine. New to the festival this…
Bad Advice: 10 Ways to Make FC Cincinnati Home Games Good
It’s been over six years since FC Cincinnati’s inaugural kickoff in Major League Soccer, but a home match still remains one of the hottest tickets in town. Every game at TQL Stadium continues to be packed with loud, enthusiastic fans, even with ticket prices averaging higher than Reds games. But a high-capacity crowd doesn’t mean…
Curt Kiser’s Band Carriers is Primed to Break Beyond the Queen City
Curt Kiser must create music. He doesn’t have a choice. It’s a compulsion that dates back to a childhood in Lebanon, Ohio, and extends through an adulthood in Cincinnati that started as soon as he graduated high school — first as a guitarist in the scrappy indie pop band Enlou, followed by a stint in…
