Local News in Hamilton County

Sound Advice: Peaches is still loud, lewd and unapologetic after all these years

Peaches is still thirsty after all these years. Merrill Nisker is now in her third decade as Peaches, a singer whose garish visual aesthetic and ribald lyrical explorations remain intact on her first album in 11 years, “No Lube, So Rude.” As that title might suggest, Peaches…

Wildweed launches new gargantuan cheese-stuffed burger for a limited time

One of Cincinnati’s best restaurants is now, unexpectedly, serving burgers — but you’ll have to act quick, as there’s only 10 available each night while supplies last. Wildweed, the eclectic fine-dining restaurant at 1301 Walnut Street in Over-the-Rhine owned by chefs David and…

Music, lemons and legacy: Inside Kick Lee’s latest act

This story originally appeared in our September 16-29, 2026 print edition. Check out the edition online here and find where you can get a print edition near you here. When Kick Lee launched his lemonade company two years ago, it wasn’t just about adding another entrepreneurial…

Digital Edition September 16-29, 2026

Holy OTR: Inside the unconventional lives of the Carmelite Daughters

This story originally appeared in our September 16-29, 2026 print edition. Check out the edition online here and find where you can get a print edition near you here. In Italy, superstition holds that encountering a nun is a sign of bad luck. But should you cross paths with a…

Behind the scenes at Oktoberfest, and what you can expect this weekend

As I scoured around the waterfront at Sawyer Point for today’s Oktoberfest media preview, I grew frustrated with myself. They said there’s a two-story tower around here, so why can’t I find it? I thought. Then I rounded the corner near the pickleball courts, passed the…

National touring Asian culture fest stops in Cincinnati for first time

Panda Fest, one of the world’s largest outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, is making a stop in Cincinnati for the first time. The inaugural Cincinnati festival is expected to feature more than 90 food vendors serving 200+ Asian street food offerings, 30+ merchandise…

Barnes & Noble acquires remaining Joseph-Beth Booksellers locations

National bookstore chain Barnes & Noble has purchased the remaining two locations of local independent bookseller Joseph-Beth. The remaining two Joseph-Beth bookstores and bistros were located at Rookwood Pavilion and The Mall at Lexington Green in Lexington, KY. “This decision…

Sudova to host special one-night-only collab dinner with storied Michigan restaurant

Local Eastern European restaurant Sudova will host a special one-night-only collaboration dinner with Houndstooth, the acclaimed modern American eatery in western Michigan. The Sept. 23 event is a full-circle moment for Sudova owner Sarah Dworak, as Houndstooth’s co-owner…

Crown Restaurant Group opens new steak-and-frites restaurant this week

Crown Restaurant Group’s newest restaurant is finally here after months of construction. Bar Rosso, located at the former Five Kitchen & Bar space at 1324 Vine Street in Over-the-Rhine, will open this Wednesday. Notably, the menu is rather short: steak, frites, and vermouth. For…

Celebrity chef set to open new Japanese restaurant in Madisonville next month

After months of waiting, Chef Makoto Okuwa of “Iron Chef” fame will finally open his new Japanese restaurant in Madisonville. Suzu, Okuwa’s latest concept, will open at Madison Square on 5392 Medpace Way — right next door to fellow celebrity chef Fabio Viviani’s Italian…

Asianati’s ‘Night Market’ returns to BLINK

One of BLINK’s most popular attractions is returning to the festival once again. Asianati’s “Night Market,” which showcases Asian food vendors, cultural entertainment, local makers, art installations and family-friendly activities, will begin Oct. 8 and run nightly throughout the…