Good morning, Hamilton.

Freestore Foodbank is facing significant budget cuts after a USDA program was cut last week—losing $2 million in funds that paid local farmers for produce.

The foodbank will seek alternative funding or adjust its hours while funds remain until September—measures that may limit the meals available to local families.

LocalMotive owners Dustin and Devan Ward will launch a free ride-hailing service on Hamilton streets starting in the second quarter — the service will use Polaris vehicles to transport up to five passengers on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and during RiversEdge Thursday evening concerts and special events. City Council’s approved low-interest loan helped secure the vehicles — the business will begin with a flag-down system on a designated downtown loop and use local advertising on the vehicles and an interactive app for event information.

At about 2:45 a.m. today, a man died when an officer fired during a vehicle pursuit that started in Butler County and ended with a crash near Glendale Milford Rd. and Evendale Dr.—police from neighboring jurisdictions are investigating the incident.

Hamilton County Public Health released a report showing overdose deaths dropped 31% to 270 in 2024—marking the third straight year of decline.

Commissioner Denise Driehaus said the Hamilton County Addiction Response Coalition had released its annual report Tuesday morning detailing new steps to curb the crisis.

The Jauntee Concert

7 PM - 1 AM | Stanley's Pub | Ticketed event | Enjoy a night of tunes with The Jauntee in a lively pub atmosphere.

Comedy Show with John Crist

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian John Crist at the iconic Taft Theatre.

The Outlaws Concert

7:30-9 p.m. | Ludlow Garage | Ticket information available | Enjoy an evening with The Outlaws in a lively setting.

Singin' In The Rain

4 PM — Covedale Center For the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of the classic 1952 musical set in the dazzling 1920s.

UCF Knights at Cincinnati Bearcats Baseball

1-4 p.m. — UC Baseball Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with Lego Day and kids running the bases at the game.

Preston Charles (Loop Violin) Performance

6-8 p.m. — Arnold's Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience captivating loop violin music in a lively downtown venue.

Holbein Art Materials Workshop

9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — ArtsConnect — Registration closed — A hands-on workshop exploring Holbein art materials and techniques for all skill levels.

Singin' In The Rain Musical Performance

7:30 p.m. — Covedale Center For the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the charm of the greatest musical as it brings the silent film era to life with iconic songs and unforgettable dance numbers.

Strauss Alpine Symphony

8 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the grandeur of Strauss's Alpine Symphony conducted by Donald Runnicles.

Young Dubliners Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available — Experience the energetic Celtic rock vibes of The Young Dubliners as they celebrate thirty years of music.