Good morning, Hamilton.

Police in Forest Park reported that Monday evening 18-year-old Jaeden Smith was fatally shot, and 38-year-old Domynic Elahee was arrested—charged with murder—after police arrived at the apartment building on Northland Boulevard, with investigations ongoing.

The Duke Energy Convention Center is lighting up in Cincinnati to honor deputy Larry Henderson, who died last Friday after a car hit him while he was directing traffic at the University of Cincinnati graduation—public visitations will be held May 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Spring Grove Cemetery and May 9 at the Cintas Center as Rodney Hinton Jr. faces an aggravated murder charge.

Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge Tyrone Yates denied bond for 39-year-old Rodney Hinton Jr., who is accused of driving his car into retired deputy Larry Henderson near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Burnet Woods Drive during the UC commencement on May 2 as his attorney said Hinton was in severe mental distress after viewing footage of his son's shooting.

Ohio voters approved a measure on Tuesday to renew the Ohio Capital Improvement Program that authorizes $2.5B in bonds over 10 years—allowing up to $250 million in bonds each year to fund roads, bridges and other local projects and create about 35,000 construction jobs.

The initiative was backed by a broad coalition and relies on existing state revenues rather than raising taxes.

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.

Golf United Classic 2025

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Shaker Run Golf Club — Foursome registration starts at $725 — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting local community programs.

The Magnetic Fields Concert

8-11 p.m. — Memorial Hall OTR — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the unique sounds of The Magnetic Fields, a renowned indie band known for their eclectic style and witty lyrics.

Father Mike Schmitz: The Parables Tour

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Taft Theatre — Ticket sales begin January 17 — Experience the inspiring messages of Father Mike Schmitz during his Parables Tour.