Island Frydays Bids Farewell: Cincinnati's Beloved Caribbean Restaurant Closes After 16 Years
Island Frydays in Cincinnati has closed after nearly 16 years. Owner and former UC football player Leo Morgan cited rising costs post-pandemic as the reason. He plans to sell seasonings online and continues to engage with patrons on social media.
UPDATE: Cincinnati Father Charged After False Abduction Claim Triggers AMBER Alert, Daughter Found Safe
Jeremy Judkins was arraigned on charges, including domestic violence and making false alarms, after triggering an AMBER Alert by allegedly threatening to harm his daughter. The child was later found safe.
Hamilton County Boosts Affordable Housing Fund by $2M, Total Investment Nears $50M with Plans for Tiny Homes for Veterans in Cincinnati
Hamilton County Commissioners approved an additional $2 million investment for affordable housing, considering funding tiny home development and focusing on the Veterans’ community.
Janet Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire to Headline 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival, City Anticipates $107M Economic Boost
The Cincinnati Music Festival has announced its 2025 lineup, which includes Earth, Wind & Fire, and Janet Jackson. The festival is expected to have a $107 million economic impact, and additional acts have yet to be confirmed.
Middletown Firefighters Tackle Major Blaze at Kittyhawk Plaza Amid Snowstorm
Firefighters responded to a fire at Middletown's Kittyhawk Plaza, specifically at Gentle Family Dentistry. The fire, fought in snowy conditions, caused no injuries, but the damage extent and cause remain under investigation.












