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Juneteenth events in Cincinnati: Details for the block party, festival, parade and more
You'll find a wealth of stimulating, enriching and educational family-friendly events taking place around Greater Cincinnati this month in celebration of Juneteenth, the national holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Here's a look at the Juneteenth events and festivals around the city. ...
Cincinnati Weekend Picks June 14-16
It’s one of the busiest weekends in the Queen City yet. Concerts, fairs, and fests are set up all over town. Would you like to sample one of over 400 international craft beers? Or perhaps you’d rather watch a free ballet performance in the park? Either way, we’ve got you covered. If you want to specifically find Pride events, you can do so here and if you want to find local Juneteenth information, you can do so here.
Cincinnati and VineBrook Homes settle lawsuit over 'public nuisance' business practices
The city of Cincinnati has reached a settlement agreement with VineBrook homes over a lawsuit alleging "public nuisance" business practices by the institutional landlord. The city sued VineBrook in January 2023, accusing the company of acquiring many single-family homes in low-income neighborhoods and failing to comply with health and building codes. VineBrook responded in February 2024 with a counterclaim, accusing city officials of illegally discriminating against out-of-town landlords.
Juneteenth festival set to continue 37-year-long Ohio tradition
CINCINNATI — It’s the oldest known celebration for when slaves learned they were free, Juneteenth. This year marks 37 years since it's been celebrated in Cincinnati and one former educator is trying to continue the tradition. Lydia Morgan has been rolling out parade flags and packing kids’ books...
Looking for a place to swim in Greater Cincinnati? See the map
As of June 10, all 24 of Cincinnati's city-owned swimming pools are open to the public. Whether you're in Cincinnati proper or Northern Kentucky, there's somewhere to make a splash this summer. We've gathered the hours and daily rates of public pools throughout the region, so all you have to do is find...
CPS buys 16,000 'phone pouches' to lock student's phones away after successful test run
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - It's time to put your cell phone in a pouch. That'll be the order to thousands of Cincinnati Public Schools students once school starts back up. The plan is that every student from 7th to 12th grade will have a pouch. The idea was first piloted at Hughes High School, and after getting positive feedback, the district decided to buy 16,000 pouches.
'This bill eliminates it': Ohio looks to ban 'police quota' practices across the state
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - People have heard the story all around, that as it gets to the end of the month, cops are out and waiting to write more tickets. Even with departments across the state denying that officers have to meet a quota, it hasn't stopped the debate. But a group of lawmakers in Columbus are looking to ban the practice across the state.
'This is American history.' Cincinnati's oldest, newest Juneteenth events have common goal
Juneteenth is a national holiday in the United States that commemorates the end of slavery. The first Juneteenth was known to be celebrated in 1865 when news of freedom was spread to Galveston, Texas, nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. To commemorate this moment...
Bellevue considers medical cannabis, will let voters decide
Bellevue city council joined several other Northern Kentucky councils this month in grappling with the issue of whether or not to allow medical cannabis facilities within the city limits. Medical cannabis will be legal in Kentucky starting Jan. 1, 2025, and cities and counties across Northern Kentucky have been mulling...
Queen City Music Spotlight: Catch These 10 Cincinnati Concerts Featuring Local Acts in June
Summer has officially begun and there are more events to celebrate than anyone could have time for. Whether it’s a band playing next to the Tyler Davidson Fountain downtown, a record release or live music celebrating Pride, Juneteenth or summer, CityBeat and Cincinnati artists, musicians and DJs have you covered. This list is just a little bit of what the city has to offer throughout June to start your summer off on the right note.
Local high school stadium begins $1.15 million upgrade
ANDERSON TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - Construction is underway on a new field for a local high school. Anderson High School's Charles L. Brown Stadium is receiving a massive refurbishment. The field will get new turf and a whole new track. Boosters have helped raise money for improvements to the scoreboard....
Real-life rainbow bridge coming to Greater Cincinnati dog park to help grieving pet owners
FAIRFIELD, Ohio (WKRC) - A special place to help grieving pet owners is coming to a Fairfield dog park. It's a real-life rainbow bridge, just like in the poem. The original one is in Lake Lure, North Carolina, and thousands make the trek to see it. So, one Fairfield resident decided, why not bring it to Cincinnati?
Covington to close two streets over weekend for Juneteenth and Craft Market
The City of Covington announced it would close streets over the weekend in recognition of two celebrations. Some sections of two roads will be temporarily closed to through traffic during the events. Off-duty law enforcement officers hired by the event organizers will manage the closures. Juneteenth. Friday, June 14 at...
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