Good morning, Hamilton.

Families will enjoy free lunch, Kona Ice and bike helmets at the 2025 Law Enforcement Expo, which will be held at the Springdale Community Center from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday—offering demonstrations, equipment tours and recruiting opportunities with officers from 30 regional agencies.

A 17-year-old Lakota student driving a Honda-Civic died when his vehicle crossed left-of-center and collided head-on with a transit-van on Mauds-Hughes-Road in Liberty-Township on Wednesday.

A $1M bond remains for Forest Park father Domynic Elahee, 38, charged with killing 18-year-old Jaeden Smith on May 5 when Smith visited his home on Northland Boulevard over claims linked to bullying, & if convicted, he faces life in prison.

Glen Rogers, a 62-year-old convicted murderer originally from Hamilton, was scheduled for execution on Thursday at 6 p.m. by lethal injection in Florida after Governor Ron DeSantis signed his death warrant last month, though a pending appeal could delay the process.

Ohio's Senate passed SB 158 on Wednesday by a 30 to 2 vote, which bans cellphones from public school classrooms with few exceptions for emergencies and educational use—aiming to reduce distractions and boost engagement.

The bill now moves to the Ohio House and could take effect next school year as Gov. Mike DeWine supports the measure.

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno has proposed the Larry Henderson Act—named for the deputy killed at the University of Cincinnati graduation festivities—to require a 20-year mandatory minimum prison sentence for assaulting a federal officer, raising the current penalty of 1 to 8 years; police leader Ken Kober urged that the law also protect state, county and local officers as the bill remains in its early stages.

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.

The Brightness of Light

1:30-5:59 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Cost not specified — Experience the intimate portrayals of artist Georgia O'Keeffe by soprano Renée Fleming and baritone Rod Gilfry.

Bien Live in Cincinnati

7-11 p.m. — Cove 51 — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bien on his creativity and versatility tour.

Michael Lington Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of contemporary jazz with saxophonist Michael Lington.

Chalk the Block - Art in Motion

1-6 p.m. — Rotary Park — Free entry — Connect with art and the community through creativity and hands-on experiences for families.

grentperez Concert

6:30-8:00 PM — Bogart's — Tickets available — Experience soulful vibes from grentperez with special guest Rocco.