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The Italian restaurant was named as one of 20 nominees for the award by a panel of travel and food experts.
You Can Vote for Covington's Carmelo's to Be Named Best New Restaurant in Country
Covington Italian restaurant Carmelo's was nominated as one of USA Today's 10Best New Restaurants; voters can decide if it comes out on top.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The Italian restaurant was named as one of 20 nominees for the award by a panel of travel and food experts.
The free multimedia program features Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and contemporary visual art that reimagines Russian folklore for a modern audience.
Cincinnati Pianist Polina Bespalko Debuts Immersive Russian Heritage Concert at the CAC
The free multimedia program features Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and contemporary visual art that reimagines Russian folklore for a modern audience.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:22 AM
The free multimedia program features Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and contemporary visual art that reimagines Russian folklore for a modern audience.
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping, ugly sweater bar crawls and just a little bit of Krampus.
15 Things to Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (Dec. 5-7)
CityBeat has rounded up 15 events happening from Dec. 5-7 to help you plan your weekend.
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December 3, 2025 at 11:27 PM
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping, ugly sweater bar crawls and just a little bit of Krampus.
The Mill Creek Alliance, a Cincinnati-area watershed nonprofit, said the rollback could hit home quickly.
Cincinnati Environmental Group Warns Local Wetlands Could Lose Protection Under EPA’s New Clean Water Proposal
The Mill Creek Alliance, a Cincinnati-area watershed nonprofit, said the rollback could hit home quickly.
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December 3, 2025 at 10:58 PM
The Mill Creek Alliance, a Cincinnati-area watershed nonprofit, said the rollback could hit home quickly.
An oversight group says PJM Interconnection, which serves 13 states, including Ohio, shouldn’t connect data centers until it has an adequate power supply.
Watchdog for Electric Grid in Ohio, Other States Wants a Pause on Data Centers
Oversight group says PJM Interconnection which serves 13 states including Ohio shouldn’t connect data centers until it has adequate power supply
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December 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
An oversight group says PJM Interconnection, which serves 13 states, including Ohio, shouldn’t connect data centers until it has an adequate power supply.
The music festival will feature several big names in R&B, soul and hip-hop, including Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly and Trey Songz.
Cincinnati Music Festival Announces 2026 Headliners
Cincinnati Music Festival organizers have released the lineup for the 2026 event, including Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson and Nelly.
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December 3, 2025 at 8:06 PM
The music festival will feature several big names in R&B, soul and hip-hop, including Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly and Trey Songz.
United Auto Workers believes that federal incentives need stronger protections for workers.
Hardworking Ohio Auto Workers are Paying the Price for EV Tax Credit Rollback
United Auto Workers believes that federal incentives need stronger protections for workers.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:06 PM
United Auto Workers believes that federal incentives need stronger protections for workers.
Hill Yes! features over 50 short stories about the iconic neighborhood’s personalities, special events, churches, saloons and historic buildings.
Local Author Publishes Book of Short Stories About Mt. Adams' History
Local historian Jim Steiner has published his third book about the history of Cincinnati's Mt. Adams neighborhood.
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December 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Hill Yes! features over 50 short stories about the iconic neighborhood’s personalities, special events, churches, saloons and historic buildings.
The museum will have extended hours for CAM Nights and Holiday Lights on Thursdays and Fridays throughout December.
Cincinnati Art Museum to Host New Holiday Projection Light Show
The Cincinnati Art Museum is hosting CAM Nights and Holiday Lights, a projection light show, throughout December.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:16 PM
The museum will have extended hours for CAM Nights and Holiday Lights on Thursdays and Fridays throughout December.
While they come from different backgrounds and parts of the state, group homeowner operators have one thing in common: They are not in it for the money.
Operators of Ohio Homes for People with Mental Illness Face Challenges with Compassion
While they come from different backgrounds and parts of the state, group homeowner operators have one thing in common: they are not in it for the money.
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December 2, 2025 at 10:33 PM
While they come from different backgrounds and parts of the state, group homeowner operators have one thing in common: They are not in it for the money.
Sarabande Books refused to sign a compliance agreement promising to not promote “gender ideology.” The nonprofit lost tens of thousands in grant dollars.
KY Publishing House ‘Proud to be Misaligned’ with Trump’s Orders on Diversity, Gender
Sarabande Books refused to sign a compliance agreement promising to not promote “gender ideology” — the nonprofit lost tens of thousands in grant dollars.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Sarabande Books refused to sign a compliance agreement promising to not promote “gender ideology.” The nonprofit lost tens of thousands in grant dollars.
Your pup can also take home a prize for best costume.
Costumed Dogs to Take Over Mt. Adams in 36th-Annual Reindog Parade
The 36th-annual Reindog Parade returns to Mt. Adams Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring festively costumed dogs and more.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Your pup can also take home a prize for best costume.
The R&B star and former Nickelodeon actor lit up the stage in Cincinnati on Saturday night.
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December 2, 2025 at 12:54 AM
The R&B star and former Nickelodeon actor lit up the stage in Cincinnati on Saturday night.
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In addition to darts, Flight Club also offers a selection of sharables, flatbreads and signature cocktails in a space with a Victorian carnival-esque design.
New Social Darts Concept to Open in Downtown Cincinnati This Month
Social darts concept Flight Club will open its first Cincinnati location in downtown's Fountain District on Friday, Dec. 12.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:22 PM
In addition to darts, Flight Club also offers a selection of sharables, flatbreads and signature cocktails in a space with a Victorian carnival-esque design.
The post-hardcore heavyweights closed out Thanksgiving weekend with a high-energy co-headlining set.
[PHOTOS] Senses Fail and Story of the Year Bring the 'Scream Team Tour' to Bogart’s
The post-hardcore heavyweights closed out Thanksgiving weekend with a high-energy co-headlining set.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:09 PM
The post-hardcore heavyweights closed out Thanksgiving weekend with a high-energy co-headlining set.
If Cincinnati leaders want to keep the talent they say they value, they need to stop assuming young people are too distracted to notice how the system works. We notice.
[OPINION] Why UC Students Are Losing Faith in Cincinnati’s Politics
If Cincinnati leaders want to keep the talent they say they value, they need to stop assuming young people are too distracted to notice how the system works. We notice.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
If Cincinnati leaders want to keep the talent they say they value, they need to stop assuming young people are too distracted to notice how the system works. We notice.
The annual list was culled from over 10 million verified diner reviews and dining metrics like diner ratings, percentage of reservations made in advance and five-star reviews.
Four Cincinnati Restaurants Land on OpenTable's 'Top 100' List
OpenTable released its annual "Top 100 Restaurants" list last week. The list featured four Cincinnati restaurants.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The annual list was culled from over 10 million verified diner reviews and dining metrics like diner ratings, percentage of reservations made in advance and five-star reviews.
The Ohio Association of Foodbanks served 46% more people at state food pantries from Nov. 1 to Nov. 21 than it had on average in each of the previous months this year.
Food Insecurity Faces Ripple Effects of Shutdown, SNAP Pauses
The Ohio Association of Foodbanks served 46% more people at state food pantries from Nov. 1 to Nov. 21 than it had on average in each of the previous months this year.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The Ohio Association of Foodbanks served 46% more people at state food pantries from Nov. 1 to Nov. 21 than it had on average in each of the previous months this year.
Which East Side restaurant would you add?
The Best Neighborhood Restaurants on Cincinnati's East Side, According to Our Readers - Cincinnati CityBeat
Every year, CityBeat hosts its Best of Cincinnati® competition, wherein our readers vote for their favorite things across the city — from hiking trails and free attractions to bars and, of course, res...
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December 1, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Which East Side restaurant would you add?
André launched a competition of over-the-top mimosa recipes based on each NFL team, and you can vote for your favorite.
Chili3WayMosa: Champagne Brand Creates Cincinnati Chili-Flavored Mimosa
André has launched a competition of over-the-top mimosa recipes based on every NFL team to see which hometown flavors are the best.
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November 30, 2025 at 10:04 PM
André launched a competition of over-the-top mimosa recipes based on each NFL team, and you can vote for your favorite.
A heated igloo sounds pretty good right about now. 🥶
Eat, Drink and Be Cozy at These Greater Cincinnati Restaurants and Bars With Heated Igloos and Patios
CityBeat has rounded up 23 Greater Cincinnati restaurants, bars and breweries that are offering igloos and heated patios this winter.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
A heated igloo sounds pretty good right about now. 🥶
From places with classic red sauce Italian meals and German fare to farm-to-table dishes and gin flights, here are some places where you can get a delicious meal in NKY.
The Best Neighborhood Restaurants in Northern Kentucky, According to Our Readers - Cincinnati CityBeat
These are the best neighborhood restaurants in Northern Kentucky, as voted on by CityBeat readers in our 2025 Best of Cincinnati poll.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
From places with classic red sauce Italian meals and German fare to farm-to-table dishes and gin flights, here are some places where you can get a delicious meal in NKY.
The book both traces the history of the American Sign Museum and tells the stories of signage in America.
American Sign Museum Celebrates 25 Years With New Book
The American Sign Museum is releasing a photography book in honor of its 25th anniversary.
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November 30, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The book both traces the history of the American Sign Museum and tells the stories of signage in America.
The next time you take a trip out to Hocking Hills, your adventure can include staying in an actual cave.
You Can Stay in a Cave House During Your Next Visit to Hocking Hills - Cincinnati CityBeat
The next time you take a trip out to Hocking Hills, your adventure can include staying in an actual cave. Dunlap Hollow’s The Cave is a new, one-of-a-kind luxury house in Rockbridge. It features two…
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November 30, 2025 at 12:31 AM
The next time you take a trip out to Hocking Hills, your adventure can include staying in an actual cave.
From old-school chili parlors and steakhouses that have been here forever to trendy spots with fantastic views, here are the best neighborhood restaurants on the West Side, according to our readers.
The Best Neighborhood Restaurants on Cincinnati's West Side, According to Our Readers
These are the best neighborhood restaurants on Cincinnati's West Side, as voted on by CityBeat readers in our 2025 Best of Cincinnati poll.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:23 PM
From old-school chili parlors and steakhouses that have been here forever to trendy spots with fantastic views, here are the best neighborhood restaurants on the West Side, according to our readers.