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Ayman Soliman, in His Own Words

After being released from wrongful ICE detention, the local imam shares his experience with the immigration system, horrific conditions in lockup, and the overwhelming support he received from the people of Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Start-Up Success Stories

Entrepreneurs find Cincinnati welcoming and supportive, especially during StartupCincy Week.

An Independent Bishop Expands Witches Markets Across Greater Cincinnati

Isaac Reed on bringing together the spirital and metaphysical communities around town.

Buggin’ Out with World of the Insect Senior Keeper Kelli Walker

For this entomologist, invertebrates aren't just a career—they're a passion.

Elly De La Cruz: Living the Dream

Already a superstar at age 23, the Reds shortstop knows he’s come a long way, which keeps him grounded. “I don’t think about the future,” he says. “I live in today.”

Time Has Come for Cincinnati Musician Freekbass

The veteran Cincinnati musician found a worldwide audience and steady income on TikTok. That Times Square billboard didn’t hurt either.

Softmaxplus Is Ready for Hot Clown Summer

Local author Michael Sawan, known online as Softmaxplus, reflects on his goals after a year of clowning around on the streets of Cincinnati.

Running the Flying Pig As a Break from War

Ukrainians Taras Panasiuk and Vadym Kovalenko came to Cincinnati from our sister city Kharkiv to raise funds for a rehab center back home.

Robin Wood Has Flower Power

Whether it’s early-morning radio shows or decadent floral arrangements, Wood just wants to make people smile.

Michael Burns’s Terms of Service

Once his time in the military and the secret service was through, Michael Burns started living his American dream as a personal trainer and café owner.

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