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Trump Headlining Republican State Dinner

Ohio’s slate of Republican candidates on the November ballot is about to get what the party feels is a helping hand from President Donald Trump. The Ohio Republican Party announced Trump will be the headliner at this year’s state dinner, two weeks after campaigning in the 12th Congressional special election for Troy Balderson.

Cincinnati, County At Odds Over Water Rates

Report Says State School Aid Hasn't Bridged Gap Between Rich, Poor Districts

How This Machine Helps You Get Through Security Faster At CVG

By Ann Thompson • 14 minutes ago

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A CT machine, similar to those found in hospitals, is now in operation at CVG and at more than a dozen other airports across the country. This more advanced technology allows passengers to keep liquids and laptops inside their bags while going through security.

Kings Island Is Bringing Back Antique Cars In 2019

By Tana Weingartner • 1 hour ago

The antique cars are coming back to Kings Island. The amusement park announced Thursday the popular ride will return for 2019.

Justice Center To Expand Treatment Program For Addicted Inmates

By Bill Rinehart • 2 hours ago

The Hamilton County Justice Center has several programs designed to help inmates with different issues. Several veterans are kept together because they can identify with each other's needs. Inmates who are about to be released are housed together as they receive counseling designed to prepare them to re-enter the world at large. The Justice Center also has a section devoted to inmates with addiction issues. That program is going to be expanded.

Sherrod Brown Introduces Overdraft Fee Crackdown Bill

By Mitch Felan • 2 hours ago

Sen. Sherrod Brown is fighting back against what he believes are unethical overdraft fees.

Commentary: Defining Rural Character

By editor • 5 hours ago

Looking out over the rolling farm fields from the front porch of his 94 acre farm in Gambier, located in Knox county, former Kenyon College professor and former Director of the Rural Life Center, Howard Sacks reflects on what the definition of rural character is, and what it means to him.

Aretha Franklin, The 'Queen Of Soul,' Dies At 76

By Ted Robbins • 5 hours ago

WVXU "Do" List: Go On, Have A Ball

By Jennifer Merritt • 7 hours ago

cincinnati ballroom classic — Courtesy Cincinnati Ballroom Classic

This weekend brings plenty of interesting ways to spend your time, including lots of last calls for special exhibits and events.

Ahoy! Columbus Voyage Replica Ships Are Now Docked In Louisville

By Kyeland Jackson • 9 hours ago

If you’ve ever wanted to step aboard a ship like the ones used by Christopher Columbus, this is your chance.

Kidney Cancer: Worries, Risks And Latest Research

By Dan Hurley • 11 hours ago

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The American Cancer Society estimates 65,340 new cases of kidney cancer (42,680 in men and 22,660 in women) will occur this year. About 14,970 people (10,010 men and 4,960 women) will die from the disease. Kidney cancer is among the 10 most common cancers in both men and women.

How United Way's New President Plans To Combat Poverty In Our Region

By Dan Hurley • 11 hours ago

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When Michael Johnson stepped into the role as the next President and CEO of the United Way of Greater Cincinnati, he also stepped out into the community. He met with people living in a homeless camp downtown. Next, he will host pop-up community events to find out more about the issues facing neighbors living in each of the counties the United Way serves.