Hamilton County Commission

The current board president celebrated the county government's accomplishments in recent years, while acknowledging the difficult financial road ahead.

County Prosecutor Connie Pillich says pharmacy benefit managers and manufacturers colluded on prices.

Renovations and upgrades at Paycor mean fans will get to bid on Bengals furnishings.

Board members have been hearing about the solvency of the levy fund for months.

Cincinnati City Council member Meeka Owens announced she will challenge incumbent Hamilton County Commissioner Stephanie Summerow Dumas in the May primary.

Inflation, increased programs and costs, and the end of some federal funding have combined to draw down the levy fund.

The director of Jobs and Family Services says the voter-approved levy can't keep up with rising costs.

The 147-year-old building started as a department store.

Commission President Denise Driehaus says every year the board has to balance the rebate amount with the needs of the stadium fund.

Commissioners have been asked to approve $12.7 million more in spending for next year, though revenue growth is flattening as inflation, wages, and needs rise.