Good morning, Hamilton.

The Hamilton County YWCA opened a new domestic violence shelter in Avondale on Thursday at a ribbon cutting that began at 10 a.m., nearly doubling its bed capacity from 67 to 120.

The facility features private and communal spaces for survivors, including designated areas for children and teens, and offers 24/7 access to trained advocates, legal aid, and mental health services.

Liberty Center will host a lululemon pop-up and the Live After Five summer concert series starting June 5 on Thursday evenings from 6-9 p.m. New businesses including Sephora, Sweetgreen, Strato, Zaanwood Furniture & Decor, Waffle Land and Symphony Grill have recently opened or will open soon at the 64-acre site at the I-75 and Ohio 129 interchange.

Police ended a SWAT standoff in Green Twp when a suspect was found dead — authorities have not released further details on the incident.

Derrell Jackson of North College Hill is facing a felony charge after allegedly attacking another man with a baseball bat at an apartment complex — he is set to appear in court today.

The Butler County Board of Elections certified that a tied 620-620 vote on May 22 was broken by a margin of five votes, causing the Madison Local Schools levy to fail and ending a $1.1 million annual funding source for salaries and services.

The funding cut will likely force budget cuts such as teaching layoffs and removal of high school busing, and the school board is set to meet on May 27 to plan next steps — further changes are expected.

Work on the USS Cincinnati nuclear submarine memorial in West Chester Twp continues with plans to display a full-size replica, original conning tower and interactive STEM kiosks tied to Lakota, Mason, Butler Tech and Indian Hills Schools.

It will open in April and partner with the VOA Museum to form a major Cold War display + AI avatars + tailored lessons that help students learn about submarine technology.

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.

Riley Green Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live country music with renowned artist Riley Green.

130th German Day Celebration

10:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Findlay Market — Free entry — Celebrate German heritage with food, games, and festivities in this historic annual event.

SQ at the Garage

9:30 a.m. — Pinball Garage — $35 per class, $60 for both — Learn new skills in ECA 1X and EMMA 1X classes at a highly-rated local venue.

Golf Classic XLII

10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. — Twin Run Golf Course — $150 per golfer — Swing into a day of fun with lunch, golfing, and prizes at the Chamber's classic tournament.

Los Lonely Boys Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy a night of Grammy-winning music with Los Lonely Boys as they showcase their latest singles.

Railfan Meetup in Hamilton

12-4 p.m. — 425 Butler St, Hamilton, OH — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of railfanning with stunning views of passing trains and community camaraderie.

Jaja's African Hair Braiding

7:30-9 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Ticket prices vary — Experience the acclaimed story of hair braiding and cultural connections after its success on Broadway.