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Ohio's 10-day sales tax holiday: What is and isn't exempt from taxes?
CINCINNATI — Ohio's sales tax holiday is quickly approaching as many families get ready for back to school. The 2024 sales tax holiday will take place from Tuesday, July 30, until Thursday, August 8. The sales tax holiday will include all tangible personal property that is $500 or less...
Movement to get the Sundance Film Fest to Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A decades old film festival could be setting up shop in the Tri-State. Cincinnati is one of six places in the running to host the Sundance Film Fest. Kristen Schlotman, president and CEO of Film Cincinnati, has more on how you can help bring Sundance to the Queen City.
Hoxworth 'in urgent need' of blood following global tech outage
Last week's global tech outage caused a shortage at Hoxworth Blood Center, and now the center's asking for more donations. The outage caused some of the center's locations systems to go down, according to an email sent to donors Wednesday, compromising the blood supply during a season when donations are especially critical....
Green Day tour begins Monday, see ‘American Idiot’ in Detroit for under $50
“The Saviors Tour” kicks off Monday on the East Coast, making its way to Chicago next month and Detroit in early September. Fans of “Dookie” and “American Idiot” will not want to miss this tour. Here’s how to get tickets to see Green Day, The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas — all in one show.
Rock Entertainment Group, Gray Media Launch Rock Entertainment Sports Network
CLEVELAND—Rock Entertainment Group (REG) and Gray Media, owner of WOIO and WUAB in Cleveland and WXIX in Cincinnati, have reached an agreement to launch “Rock Entertainment Sports Network.” The parties plan for the new network to start over-the-air broadcasts on Gray’s television stations in Cleveland and Cincinnati this August, with future over-the-air, multichannel video programming distributors (MVPDs), and streaming components to be announced as the network grows.As part of their plans, the two companies said that the partnership will bring free, 24/7 access of local Ohio sports and entertainment programming to millions in Ohio. Gray and Rock Entertainment Group will also...
What happens if a golf ball hits your windshield?
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - An Avondale woman is paying the price after a golfer in Paddock Hills takes a bad swing. Lonnetta Asher was driving by the Paddock Hills golf course a couple of weeks ago when a golf ball went straight through her car’s windshield. At first, Asher felt...
Review: Alanis Morissette Brings Emotional Triple Moon Tour to Riverbend
I think, if there’s a single word to describe what Alanis Morissette brought to Riverbend last night, that would be it. My wife Lydia, who’s the same age as me, and was introduced to her music around the same time, points to Morissette as someone she’s looked up to since, and for very specific reasons.
TQL Stadium Joins ‘No Shoes Nation’ With Kenny Chesney Sellout
TQL Stadium officially joined the ranks of No Shoes Nation — the fan club of country music star Kenny Chesney — June 29 with a sold-out show, an event venue execs say was a success they hope to build on for additional concerts. “It sounded great, it looked...
ETC Produce & Provisions to end home delivery, open new location
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The summer bounty is here - tomatoes, cucumbers, and corn. You can get tons of fresh produce at ETC Produce down at Findlay Market and co-founder Toncia Chavez whips up an easy appetizer with some peppers you may not be familiar with. She also shared some big...
In PA, residents can only order 8 cans of beer from an out-of-state brewer yearly - so Urban Artifact is suing
CINCINNATI — Urban Artifact has filed a lawsuit against agencies in Pennsylvania over "discriminatory laws" that severely restrict the amount of beer the brewer can sell to Pennsylvania residents. According to the lawsuit, there are no restrictions in place on in-state brewers operating withing Pennsylvania; however, out of state...
CPD: 84-year-old woman dead after crash in parking garage
CINCINNATI — An 84-year-old woman has died after a crash in Evanston on Monday, the Cincinnati Police Department said. The coroner identified the victim as Liliane Levy. The crash happened at approximately 5:45 a.m. in the 2100 block of Dana Avenue. CPD said Levy was driving a Hyundai Sonata...
Foo Fighters to play at Great American Ball Park Thursday night
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A legendary rock band, the Foo Fighters, is performing at Great American Ball Park Thursday night with two special guests. More tickets for the concert were released this morning and can be bought here. Currently, tickets range from $39 to $185. Special guests Pretenders and Mammoth WVH...
Concerts, festivals, big wheel racing & more: A busy weekend in Cincinnati ahead
CINCINNATI — Get ready for a busy weekend across Cincinnati. If you haven't made plans yet, there's plenty happening across the city this weekend. See some of the biggest events below. Rock 'N' Roll Hall of Famers Foo Fighters will be joined by Pretenders and Mammoth WVH for their...
Black infant mortality declines in Hamilton County
For the first time on record, Hamilton County achieved a Black infant mortality rate in the single digits, with 9.0 deaths per 1,000 live births. Additionally, Hamilton County has experienced a much faster decline in Black infant mortality than the national rate. Even with this positive progress, Black families were nearly 2.5 times more likely to experience infant loss than White families in 2023.
Traffic watch: Foo Fighters, Cincinnati Music Festival to take over Downtown on Thursday
People planning to drive downtown Cincinnati on Thursday afternoon and evening should brace for traffic as thousands of fans converge on the riverfront for concerts. Navigating the city may get hectic as the Foo Fighters perform in front of a sold-out crowd at Great American Ball Park and Cincinnati Music Festival holds its...
Man arrested for shooting, killing Rumpke driver in Roselawn
CINCINNATI — Cincinnati police arrested the man accused of shooting and killing a Rumpke driver in Roselawn in March. On March 11, Cincinnati police said officers responded to the 7100 block of Eastlawn Drive just before 9 a.m. following a report of an unresponsive person found in a vehicle. Police found 30-year-old Angel Flores, who had been shot. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
Police: Suspect wanted after allegedly holding victim by throat before stealing antique coins, rings
CINCINNATI — Cincinnati police is asking the public's help in identifying a man believed to have been involved in an aggravated burglary. According to police, the suspect entered a home and held the victim by the throat before stealing antique coins and rings. This content is imported from Twitter....
Need financial help? This 513Relief Bus event has free resources available
CINCINNATI — With the cost of food and housing high, many families have felt the strain of trying to navigate choppy financial waters — but free resources are available. On Friday, the 513Relief Bus will be helping west side families arm themselves with important information and resources to help. The bus, a no-cost service from Hamilton County that provides services ranging from health screenings to economic relief programs, will be at the Sayler Park Recreation Center on Home City Avenue from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday.
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