The National Members, John Legend Appearing At Ohio Rallies For Dr. Amy Acton

The National have always been game for campaigning on behalf of the Democratic Party, especially in their native Ohio. Among other efforts, the band famously lent their Boxer opener "Fake Empire" to Barack Obama's presidential campaign in 2008, and they played a benefit show for Obama's 2012 campaign in Columbus. Now two members of the band are throwing their efforts behind Dr. Amy Acton's campaign for governor and Sherrod Brown's effort to get back in the US Senate.

The 8 most haunted restaurants and bars in Cincinnati

Most of us enjoy dinner and a show. But what about dinner and a ghost story?. With a history as rich as Cincinnati's, it's no surprise the city is filled with haunted tales, urban legends and reports of paranormal encounters. Some of its most popular restaurants and bars have even developed reputations for harboring restless spirits.

Our Rich History: Baskets, barrels, and booze — Untold story of Monkey John’s Grocery

Bartholomew Cavagna (1799–1889) arrived in Cincinnati without a ledger, but with the grit of a shipwrecked sailor and a promise made on a New Orleans dock. Born in Genoa, Italy, on Christmas Day in 1799, Cavagna spent his youth navigating the perils of the sea. After surviving a shipwreck in the Gulf of Mexico that washed him ashore in Cuba, he worked maritime routes until he saved enough capital to buy a small vessel transporting fruit from Havana to Louisiana.

Award-winning comedian Ali Siddiq to perform in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — Comedian Ali Siddiq is bringing his expanded “Custom Fit” tour to Cincinnati early next year. Siddiq will perform at the Taft Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027. Tickets went on sale Friday through Ticketmaster and the Taft Theatre box office. The Cincinnati date is...

Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment inks lease for new corporate HQ

CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - The restaurant group behind some of Cincinnati's most recognizable restaurants has inked a new lease for its corporate headquarters, following its abrupt departure from downtown in 2025. Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment signed a 10-year lease through landlord Lee & Associates Aug. 28 for its new...

Stephen King-inspired Overlook Bar pours spooky-season drinks for horror fans

What Stephen King works inspired the Overlook Bar?. What other Stephen King-themed attractions exist in Cincinnati?. Why was the Overlook Bar created for spooky season?

Ohio Valley Halloween: Buckets May Trap Ohio-Kentucky Deer

Plastic trick-or-treat buckets can become stuck on deer, creating hazards in Ohio and Kentucky neighborhoods.

7 Ohio Neighborhood Delis Where the Reuben Still Comes Grilled and Dripping With Swiss

One Ohio deli puts a potato pancake next to its Reuben, while another Ohio deli named a corned beef Reuben combo The Rocket. That second detail alone had me grinning. The classic version is simple on paper. You need corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss, dressing, and rye. Then the grill does...

From 'SNL' to Cincinnati: David Spade announces Hard Rock Casino comedy show

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — Comedian and actor David Spade will bring his stand-up tour to Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati early next year. Spade is scheduled to perform Friday, Feb. 26, 2027, at the casino. Tickets are available through Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati’s website and Ticketmaster. Spade became nationally known...

Texas Roadhouse confirms plans for brand new sister restaurant

TEXAS Roadhouse has announced plans for a new sister restaurant in the US. The popular chain has announced several developments over the past few months. Texas Roadhouse plans to open 35 company-owned locations across its three brands in 2026. This includes Bubba’s 33, which could be adding its second diner...

Former Wendy's location on Cincinnati's West Side to become new restaurant

CHEVIOT, Ohio (WKRC) - A new location for a growing restaurant chain will be coming to Cincinnati's West Side. The former Wendy's location in Cheviot will be the site of the newest Hook Fish and Chicken. The location is at the corner of Glenmore and Harrison. There are currently multiple...

Kroger to cut 3,000 jobs in major shift. What that means for shoppers

Grocery store giant Kroger is planning to cut thousands over jobs over the coming years. The company, which has about 100 stores across Kentucky, plans to slash 3,000 corporate jobs over the next three years, according to an internal memo by CEO Greg Foran obtained by The Cincinnati Enquirer, part of USA Today Co . The multi-state grocery chain headquartered in Cincinnati plans to eliminate more than a third of its roughly 8,200 corporate staff, according to The Enquirer. "Our business is becoming leaner, more focused and more competitive," CEO Greg Foran wrote in the Oct. 12 memo to employees. "This transformation will also result in fewer roles across the company, which means we will reduce our corporate workforce across many functions." More: Kroger uncorking new in-store wine experiences for Louisville shoppers Here's what to know about the job cuts coming to Kroger: Is my Kroger closing? The memo reviewed by The Enquirer specified these cuts will come to corporate jobs rather than store level positions. It did not immediately reveal plans for store closures. Where is Kroger planning its job cuts? Cuts are expected to impact Kroger's hometown of Cincinnati the most, according to the memo. Additionally company hubs

Mount Orab Barn Hosts ‘Sinners’-Inspired Juke Joint With Soul Food, Live Bands

A 4,000-square-foot barn just outside Cincinnati is getting a Hollywood-inspired makeover tonight, as organizers transform The Venue On Lake Grant in Mount Orab into a juke joint modeled after Ryan Coogler's hit film Sinners. The Cinners Juke Joint runs from 8 p.m. Friday until 1 a.m. Saturday at 13257 U.S. 68, featuring live music, DJs, a full bar, a soul food menu, card games, activities and a photo booth.

10 Ohio International Grocery Markets That Turn November Shopping Into An Adventure

By November, Ohio’s gray skies and chilly afternoons can make even a grocery run feel painfully predictable. After another trip home with the usual ingredients, I started wondering what else I might be missing. That curiosity led me to Ohio’s international grocery markets, where shopping comes with a few...

Inside the rare world of making brass instruments with a Miamisburg craftsman

The Miami Valley is home to one of a handful of craftsmen making custom brass musical instruments in the U.S. Through his company, Schlub Brassworks, owner George Schlub equips musicians around the world. Schlub has been a part of musical instrument making for a long time. It’s something he came...

'Just keep moving.' 90-year-old Ohio Senior Olympic gold medalist shares secrets to longevity

They say it’s better to wear out than rust out. Springboro resident Nick Chiblis has done neither even at the age of 90. He's won dozens of medals, including five gold medals, competing in the Ohio Senior Olympics over the past 25 years. WYSO’s Mike Frazier asked Chiblis what...

Free Admission And A Floor Full Of Vintage Pinball Make Pinball Garage Worth The Trip

A converted garage in Ohio now holds rooms full of pinball machines. Walking through the door costs nothing. You only pay for the games you choose to play. I love that setup. It lets a curious person wander in, look around, and decide what sounds fun. Claw machines, arcade cabinets,...

Community support pours into Northside deli facing closure