Good morning, Hamilton.

A fire at the Tri-State Texas Roadhouse on Main Street in Hamilton caused major roof and sprinkler system damage on May 1, with all customers and employees safely evacuated (fire crews responded shortly after 8 p.m.) and the cause under investigation (the restaurant remains closed pending repairs).

Ohio breweries, including four local businesses, won 11 awards at the 2025 World Beer Cup in Indianapolis on May 1—marking the state’s second best performance at the event—while building on a total of 91 awards since 1996.

A stolen vehicle from Hamilton County was seen on Second Street at 11:59 a.m. today in Middletown before speeding away, and officers from Franklin and Monroe Divisions used a Precision Immobilization Technique on Carmody Boulevard—arresting Kentucky fugitive Jeffrey Hurn who now faces several felony charges.

Rodney Hinton, Jr. drove his vehicle off Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on Friday during commencement events at the University of Cincinnati, striking and killing a Hamilton County Sheriff's deputy before being arrested on an aggravated murder charge — his son Ryan Hinton was shot and killed by Cincinnati Police on Thursday as he fled from a stolen vehicle in East Price Hill.

Martez Jones has been indicted on three child endangering charges after he left a loaded gun on a windowsill while he used the restroom—causing one of his children to accidentally discharge the firearm and injure a 7-month-old baby who received hospital treatment.

Rodney Hinton Jr. ran his car into a Hamilton County sheriff’s deputy near UC on Friday, killing him, and is the father of Ryan Hinton, a teen shot by Cincinnati police the day before – authorities have arrested him for aggravated murder.

Butler County approved union contracts for Children Services and Job and Family Services that will cost taxpayers an extra $3.3M over three years.

Wage increases began in April while most new terms will take effect in July — officials said the changes are designed to keep wages competitive.

Cincinnati Ballet: Director’s Vision

1-3 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket information TBA — Experience a compelling triple bill of contemporary ballet showcasing innovative choreography.

Faux Stained Glass Workshop

4-5:45 p.m. — The Lane Libraries Community Technology Center — Free entry — Create your own faux stained glass masterpiece with shrinkable plastic and hot glue.

Matisyahu Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $35-$55 — Experience Matisyahu's electrifying mix of reggae and hip-hop in an intimate venue setting.

Michael W. Smith Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Grammy winner Michael W. Smith live in concert.

Not Your Ordinary Plant Swap

2-4 p.m. — Hamilton Lane Library — Registration required — Bring your favorite plant cuttings and seeds to swap with fellow gardening enthusiasts.

A Beautiful Noise

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating musical memoir of Neil Diamond’s journey from Brooklyn to rock icon.

Red Carpet Luncheon

11:45 a.m. — Fitton Center For Creative Arts — $34 for Members, $39 for Non-Members — Celebrate the graduation of Leadership Hamilton Class 33 in style.

Foreign Journey - Tribute to Foreigner and Journey

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available — Enjoy the powerful vocals from American Idol stars in this tribute to two legendary bands.

Monster Jam

1 PM – 9 AM — Heritage Bank Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the thrill of the world's best monster trucks and drivers in an adrenaline-fueled showdown.

Mayday Parade Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional depth of Mayday Parade's music live on their anniversary tour.