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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Hamilton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The defense for Rodney Hinton, Jr. filed a motion on May 27 to bar the jury from viewing photos and videos of slain Deputy Larry Henderson—arguing that such evidence could inflame jurors and compromise a fair trial while his case progresses with charges of aggravated murder, murder and felonious assault. WLWT
- ➤ A 17-year-old teen, Jayshawn Cornelius, was shot and killed in Westwood on Tuesday when someone fired 14 shots into his home—his family honored him with a balloon release while police continue to search for the suspect. Local 12 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local talent show in Hamilton highlighted performers with mental health struggles as they shared their skills on stage. FOX 19 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Ohio House introduced a tax reform package that will save property owners $3.5 billion in January by forcing local taxing bodies to find other funds—Rep. David Thomas said the current system is broken. The package includes three bills under review that will adjust school funding and county budgets after property taxes climbed sharply. Journal-News
- ➤ The Cincinnati Police Department is accepting applications from Hamilton County residents for its next recruit class, with the academy beginning on April 27, 2026 and applications due by July 4 (candidates must be at least 20 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and hold a valid driver’s license); recruits will earn $58,487 before graduating to officer status with starting salaries of $77,048 that increase to $94,936 after five years. FOX 19 Now
- ➤ Liberty Township officials said a cyber incident on May 5 was caused by a ransomware attack that made accessing emails difficult and left phone service spotty for a short time — they added that services and the sheriff’s substation were not affected while the investigation continues. Residents can still reach township officials by phone, email, social media, or the website. Journal-News
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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.
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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.
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Landscape Glass Art Community Class
6-8 p.m. — InsideOut Studio — Check for entry fee — Create your own glass art scene with guidance from skilled artists.
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Rigoletto
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cincinnati Music Hall — Season ticket packages starting at $108 — Experience Verdi's masterpiece of love, vengeance, and fate with a stunning opera performance.
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Key Glock Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch live performances from the popular artist Key Glock in Cincinnati.
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Tab Benoit Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Taft Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance by the blues legend Tab Benoit in Cincinnati.
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Junior Achievement Golf Classic
9 AM – 5 PM — Heritage Club — $2,000 for a foursome, $1,000 for a twosome — Enjoy a top-notch golf experience while supporting local students with fun on-course contests.
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Jaja's African Hair Braiding
7:30-9 p.m. — Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati — Ticket prices vary — Experience the acclaimed journey of Ghanaian culture through a unique theatrical lens.
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The Kills Live in Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an electrifying performance by the indie rock duo The Kills.
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An Evening With Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Andrew J Brady Music Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience a night filled with heartfelt rock music and dynamic performances from Jason Isbell and his band.
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