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Willie discusses Super Bowl snacks with Liz Bonis of Local 12. WLWT's Brian Hemrick breaks down the police chases on the Brent Spence Bridge and ICE raids in the Tri State. Finally Dan Schneider breaks down the waste being uncovered by DOGE.
Willie discusses Super Bowl snacks with Liz Bonis of Local 12. WLWT's Brian Hemrick breaks down the police chases on the Brent Spence Bridge and ICE raids in the Tri State. Finally Dan Schneider breaks down the waste being uncovered by DOGE.
Willie discusses Super Bowl snacks with Liz Bonis of Local 12. WLWT's Brian Hemrick breaks down the police chases on the Brent Spence Bridge and ICE raids in the Tri State. Finally Dan Schneider breaks down the waste being uncovered by DOGE.
Willie discusses why the Brent Spence Bridge is not a good hiding spot for criminals with Commonwealth attorney Rob Sanders. Also Ally Bradley from News Nation gives an update on the southern border. Finally Michael McDonald from the Catholic League discuss the attacks on JD Vance and the Trump administration by the media allegedly on behalf of Catholics.
Willie discusses why the Brent Spence Bridge is not a good hiding spot for criminals with Commonwealth attorney Rob Sanders. Also Ally Bradley from News Nation gives an update on the southern border. Finally Michael McDonald from the Catholic League discuss the attacks on JD Vance and the Trump administration by the media allegedly on behalf of Catholics.
Willie discusses why the Brent Spence Bridge is not a good hiding spot for criminals with Commonwealth attorney Rob Sanders. Also Ally Bradley from News Nation gives an update on the southern border. Finally Michael McDonald from the Catholic League discuss the attacks on JD Vance and the Trump administration by the media allegedly on behalf of Catholics.
Ever wonder what happens when a drunk drifter hits it big betting on the Eagles? Tune in to hear "Country Jeff's" wild gambling story!KiddChris presents his gift for Sara's Birthday and Sara's dad calls in to wish her happy birthday and shares some awkward stories about her teenage years. Imagine being stuck in traffic for four hours because a guy decided to hide out in the support beams of a bridge! Hear the details of the Brent Spence Bridge shutdown. You could be sitting on a gold mine? Discover which old band t-shirts are worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars. PETA wants to get rid of Punxsutawney Phil and replace the groundhog with something REALLY STUPID!
Willie gets an update on the repairs to the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge and the Brent Spence Bridge project from WLWT's Brian Hamrick. Also Dr Robert Marbut breaks down why China is to blame for the US fentanyl epidemic. Finally Josh Bernstern discusses how the Trump administration plans to get DEI out of the Federal Government.
Scott gets an update on the Daniel Carter Beard bridge progress, and discusses what Trump's 90 day pause on government programs means for the Brent Spence Bridge project from Mark Policinski, CEO of OKI.
Scott gets an update on the Daniel Carter Beard bridge progress, and discusses what Trump's 90 day pause on government programs means for the Brent Spence Bridge project from Mark Policinski, CEO of OKI.
Willie gets an update on the repairs to the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge and the Brent Spence Bridge project from WLWT's Brian Hamrick. Also Dr Robert Marbut breaks down why China is to blame for the US fentanyl epidemic. Finally Josh Bernstern discusses how the Trump administration plans to get DEI out of the Federal Government.
Willie gets an update on the repairs to the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge and the Brent Spence Bridge project from WLWT's Brian Hamrick. Also Dr Robert Marbut breaks down why China is to blame for the US fentanyl epidemic. Finally Josh Bernstern discusses how the Trump administration plans to get DEI out of the Federal Government.
Ohio Senate Bill 1 would eliminate DEI initiatives and direct content at institutions of higher learning in Ohio; Dayton crime is on the rise; Two counties are implementing Next Gen 9-1-1 systems; More on the Wal Mart shooting in Holland; Columbus cop changes plea to guilty in evidence tampering case; A group opposes the Brent Spence Bridge development in Cincinnati; A beloved high school coach is killed; Norovirus is on the rise
Scott welcomes in Steve Staniford from the Hamilton County Veterans Service Commission to discuss the status of the Veterans Commission after the funding concerns last year. Also Matt Brunning from ODOT discusses how citizens can suggest what happens in the Brent Spence Bridge corridor, and Brigham McCown says why the Biden Administration is taking the wrong approach to the green energy issue.
Scott welcomes in Steve Staniford from the Hamilton County Veterans Service Commission to discuss the status of the Veterans Commission after the funding concerns last year. Also Matt Brunning from ODOT discusses how citizens can suggest what happens in the Brent Spence Bridge corridor, and Brigham McCown says why the Biden Administration is taking the wrong approach to the green energy issue.
On the first day of 2024, we recount the biggest news of 2023. This includes legilsation legalizing sports betting and medical marijuana in the commonwealth, the passage of the polarizing SB-150 and the departute of education commissioner Jason Glass, the state senate's first impeachment trial in over a century, the Department of Justice's report on the Louisville Police Department's regarding the death of Breonna Taylor, a mass shooting in the same city, the announcement of repairs on the Brent Spence Bridge, questions regarding the health of Senator Mitch McConnell, the announcement that the state would be investing over $50 million in research on the psychadellic drug ibogaine to treat opioid addiction, the deaths of two Kentucky Governors, a special musical performance in Mammoth Cave, a new memorial for those lost to Covid-19, and the reelection of Governor Andy Beshear.
Eric Hyers, manager of both Andy Beshear's '19 and '23 gubernatorial races, goes deep on last week's election of Governor Beshear in Kentucky. Eric talks his initial theory of the race, key strategic decisions from both campaigns, how the Beshear campaign fought back against transgender attacks and leveraged the issue of abortion against GOP nominee Daniel Cameron. In addition to getting under the hood of the 2023 race, Eric outlines his path to politics, experiences helping Democrats win in red states, theories on effective campaign management and much more.IN THIS EPISODEEric's early days in political organizing and how that prepped him to run campaigns...Eric weighs in on the three traits of effective campaign managers...What Eric has learned about fostering the right relationship between a candidate and campaign manager...Eric's memories of helping elect Governors Gina Raimondo and Steve Bullock...Why the office of Attorney General makes a good launching pad for Democrats running for higher office...The Eric Hyers' 101 of Kentucky politics...How Eric entered the political world of Andy Beshear...How Andy Beshear ousted GOP incumbent Matt Bevin in 2019...How Governor Beshear talked Eric into managing the 2023 re-elect as well...Eric's theory of the race when it kicked off in early 2023...Eric breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of GOP nominee Daniel Cameron...How the Beshear campaign responded to attacks on transgender issues...How the Beshear campaign went about targeting securing Trump / Beshear voters...The strategic decision to communicate on the issue of abortion exceptions...The messaging importance of Governor Beshear always "showing up" for Kentucky...What Eric can report about the turnout dynamics of the 2023 race...Eric's most unusual work habit...AND 17% approval ratings, 20,000 yard signs, Rocky Adkins, Steve Beshear, the Brent Spence Bridge, bus tours, David Cicilline, Cincinnati suburbs, complete jerks, crisis governors, DraftKings, John Edwards, GPS Impact, getting to yes, Greg Gianforte, Kirsten Gillibrand, good luck gourds, Mandy Grunwald, Jack Harlow, Bill Hyers, Nicole Kayner, Patrick Kennedy, Colin Lauderdale, managing multiple humans, Mitch McConnell, The Mountain Parkway, playoff beards, primetime players, Pulaski VA, red to pink, Saratoga Springs, setting a tone at the top, Josh Shapiro, Skidmore College, spreadsheet guys, TV Andy, Erin White, Williams College, Fred Yang....& more!
Host Andy Brownfield and special guest host Chris Wetterich talk about the campaign to convince voters to allow the city to sell the Cincinnati Southern Railway, and its chances of passing; a planned overhaul of Central Parkway into a Champs Elysee-style boulevard; the purchase of a historic downtown building to partially demolish for the new Brent Spence Bridge companion; a new food hall at Newport on the Levee; and resort-style apartments coming to the East Side.Interview starts at (24:35). Means Cameron felt a lot of impostor syndrome at Miami University, where he was one of very few Black students at a 97% white college. His straight As in high school in the West End translated to Cs in college, but the experience, while alien, was transformative and informed the creation of his clothing brand Black Owned. Means talks about growing the brand from selling out of the trunk of his car to a downtown retail store and adjoining coffee lounge, as well as high-profile collaborations with the Cincinnati Bengals, FC Cincinnati and the University of Cincinnati.Above the Fold is a podcast by the Cincinnati Business Courier.
Scott talks with former Cincinnati mayor Mark Mallory about the new designs for the I-75/Brent Spence Bridge corridor that could lead to new economic development.
In this week's episode, co-host Ryan Coonerty is joined by Cincinnati's first Asian American Mayor, Aftab Pureval, who talks about his vision to make Cincinnati the city of the future by taking "big policy swings." They delve into Pureval's major victories so far, such as his efforts to eliminate $1.4 million in medical debt for 30,000 residents, establish a baby bonds program, and start a pilot for universal basic income. In addition, Pureval describes his political journey, including how he leveraged his diverse background to lead a successful mayoral campaign. Tune in to hear Mayor Pureval reflect on the challenges of leading a blue city in an increasingly red state, as well as the lessons he took from the nationally-watched constitutional amendment vote in Ohio this summer. IN THIS EPISODE [1:05] Get to know today's guest, Cincinnati Mayor, Aftab Pureval. [2:12] How a successful sports franchise can boost morale. [4:27] Why Mayor Pureval is so excited about Cincinnati's potential. [4:27] An overview of the plans for the Brent Spence Bridge, the poster child for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. [6:13] The work being done to address racial and historic inequities in Cincinnati. [6:53] A rundown of the factors driving uncertainty in American cities. [7:37] Cincinnati's climate resilience and how they are preparing for expected population growth. [9:05] Working in the private sector and what this taught Mayor Pureval about innovation, risk, and failure. [9:51] How he is convincing people to get behind his big swings for the city. [12:27]The big swings, policy initiatives, and changes that the mayor is most excited about. [13:53] Steps being taken to address historic segregation and redesign the city. [18:46] The Pureval family's journey from Tibetan refugees to elected official within one generation. [21:27] How Mayor Pureval approached his campaigns as someone who is part of a minority group. [23:56] Leading a blue city in an increasingly red state and how this impacts governance. [28:30] How to spend 24 hours in Cincinnati: sporting, entertainment, and restaurant opportunities!
Willie discusses the status of the Brent Spence Bridge project with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, the rising cost of healthcare with Chris Faddis, and the latest lie the national media is trying to spin.
Willie discusses where we are at with the construction of the new Brent Spence Bridge with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.
Scott discusses travel woes with Jason Ambrosi from the Airline Pilots Association, the state of the economy with Steve Sprovach of Allworth Financial, and new questions about the Brent Spence Bridge project with Brendon Cull of the Cincinnati/USA Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Willie discusses the status of the Brent Spence Bridge project with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, the rising cost of healthcare with Chris Faddis, and the latest lie the national media is trying to spin.
Willie discusses where we are at with the construction of the new Brent Spence Bridge with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.
Scott discusses the Brent Spence Bridge project with former Cincinnati mayor John Cranley. Can this be done and make additional room for new economic development?
The Brent Spence Bridge replacement project is just one major bridge infrastructure project on the horizon.
Scott talks about helping kids through trauma like the incident in Clermont County that saw a father kill his three sons with Anne Wise and Dr. Laura Stith from Child Focus. Also Brian Boland discusses his designs for the new Brent Spence Bridge, and Jason Philabaum tells us why you need to consider a post nuptial agreement.
Hosts Andy and Tom talk about the completely bonkers local housing market, Charlotte's latest salvo in an effort to take the Western & Southern Open from Cincinnati, an Amtrak plan to increase train service, the founder of a local distillery retiring and a new leader for Skyline Chili.Interview starts at (19:18). The Brent Spence Bridge has been functionally obsolete for some time now, but a plan to build a companion bridge to help alleviate traffic seems to be moving forward after decades of talk. Now a group wants to change those plans in an effort to recapture 30 acres of land in downtown Cincinnati. Former mayor Mark Mallory joins the podcast and guest host Chris Wetterich to talk about the Bridge Forward plan.Above the Fold is a podcast by the Cincinnati Business Courier.
Sloanie helps Lydia Burns and Jordan Vogel find workers to help build the Brent Spence Bridge. Also Congressman Greg Landsman debates gun control with Scott, and attorney Jack Greiner tells us if Kentucky schools can sue social media companies.
The money has been allocated, and the plans approved for the new Brent Spence Bridge. The only problem remaining, is who is going to build it. Scott is joined by Lydia Burns and Jordan Vogel from Allied Construction Industries to discuss the need for construction workers, and who can apply.
Sloanie discusses the ongoing negotiations between Anthem Insurance, and Christ Hospital with Dr. Dean Kereiakes and what a failure to reach an agreement might mean for patients. Also Greg Lawson joins Sloanie to discuss school choice, and Lydia Burns and Jordan Vogel are looking for workers to build the new Brent Spence Bridge.
The group says the Brent Spence Bridge project could harm vulnerable communities.
Willie discusses the latest surrounding the Brent Spence Bridge, and a police shooting case in Wyoming.
Ohio and Kentucky officials share updates on the project and we talk with a group that wants officials to rethink the design.
While the turmoil was occurring in the House of Representatives as Right-Wing MAGA Republicans held it hostage, Biden highlighted the Infrastructure Bill with Mitch McConnell and others in Kentucky. Unfortunately, his false praise for McConnell must be called out. President Biden, in his zeal to promote bipartisanship, appeared in a public appearance highlighting the Infrastructure Bill with Sen. Mitch McConnell and Sen. Sherrod Brown, among other politicians from both parties. They wanted to point out the reconstruction of the Brent Spence Bridge. Biden's statement about McConnell drew the ire of many Democrats and Progressives. A smiling Biden referred to Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell as a friend, colleague, and “man of his word.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/support
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) joined the AWF Union Podcast and spoke about the Brent Spence Bridge corridor project. He also touched on some of the items included in the ominbus spending bill and how it will impact Americans. Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the AWF Union Podcast and provided an update on the Intel project in Central Ohio and the amount of work in his jurisdiction that will be performed under Project Labor Agreements. He also discussed how his affiliated unions donated their time to help their communities over the holidays. Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer, called into the AWF Union Podcast while at the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. He discussed concerns union members have about technology and the need to organize in the high-tech sector. Redmond also talked about the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Conference and how Dr. King's message remains a central point of organized labor.
Reaction to Gov. Beshear's State of the Commonwealth Address.; an income tax reduction bill clears the House on day 3 of the General Assembly; and President Biden travels to Northern Kentucky to discuss the federal infrastructure bill that will help create a companion bridge to the Brent Spence Bridge.
President Biden visits Kentucky to discuss the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will allow for work to begin on a companion bridge to the Brent Spence Bridge in Northern Kentucky; Secretary of State Michael Adams tells lawmakers about the election law changes he's proposing; details on a proposed constitutional amendment that would ban slavery in Kentucky; and a Kentucky couple learns they're both dealing with the same life-changing diagnosis.
The Federal Highway Administration announced $2.1 billion in first-round grants to repair economically significant bridges. The Large Bridge Grants were dedicated to the Brent Spence Bridge connecting Cincinnati and northern Kentucky, the Golden Gate Bridge in California, the Gold Star Memorial Bridge in Connecticut and four bridges that cross the Calumet River on the south side of Chicago. The Biden administration also said it has plans to make available $40 billion in future years for improvements to thousands of bridges.
The Federal Highway Administration announced $2.1 billion in first-round grants to repair economically significant bridges. The Large Bridge Grants were dedicated to the Brent Spence Bridge connecting Cincinnati and northern Kentucky, the Golden Gate Bridge in California, the Gold Star Memorial Bridge in Connecticut and four bridges that cross the Calumet River on the south side of Chicago. The Biden administration also said it has plans to make available $40 billion in future years for improvements to thousands of bridges.
The Brent Spence Bridge over the Ohio River has long been a symbol of the country's crumbling infrastructure, a familiar prop politicians used as backdrop to call for needed repairs. Now through bipartisan legislation, the old bridge is finally getting a $1.6 billion makeover. And this week, while the House plunged into chaos over the election of its speaker, President Joe Biden and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell gathered at the bridge to tout their records and offer a preview of the bipartisan approach that will be necessary to address the country's difficulties in the months and years ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Brent Spence Bridge over the Ohio River has long been a symbol of the country's crumbling infrastructure, a familiar prop politicians used as backdrop to call for needed repairs. Now through bipartisan legislation, the old bridge is finally getting a $1.6 billion makeover. And this week, while the House plunged into chaos over the election of its speaker, President Joe Biden and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell gathered at the bridge to tout their records and offer a preview of the bipartisan approach that will be necessary to address the country's difficulties in the months and years ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron, Doug and NEW for 2023 co-host Martina Jackson cover Kentucky's political news of the weak - with a look at President Biden's visit to the (bipartisan) Brent Spence Bridge, and Doug leads us on a quick preview of the general assembly legislative priorities for 2023. We close out this week's show with a call to get engaged in the 28 days remaining in this GA. NEWS OF THE WEAK: https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/breaking-news/2023/01/04/president-biden-visits-greater-cincinnati-to-tout-big-investment-in-brent-spence-bridge Where was Massie?? Who cares? https://twitter.com/progress_ky/status/1610620022073737219?s=20&t=svpBL50RjuiZB2IVyg5KwA https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article270594777.html https://kentuckylantern.com/2022/11/30/republicans-poised-to-cut-income-tax-rate-again-based-on-revenue-boom-that-could-be-fleeting/ https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article269369787.html https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article270723427.html https://www.wdrb.com/news/politics/democrats-pick-chambers-armstrong-to-run-for-mcgarveys-vacant-kentucky-senate-seat/article_9c17b230-8adb-11ed-ab75-cb927fc34940.html CALL TO ACTION: Put the legislative comment line into your phone contacts right now! We need your voice weighing in on the policies the legislature will be considering over the next 28 days! 1-800-372-7181 #ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruth Production tonight by Annabel Nagel! Join us! - http://progressky.org/ - http://bit.ly/joinproky Support us! - http://bit.ly/supportproky Live Wednesdays at 7pm - https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/ Facebook - @progressky Instagram - @progress_ky Twitter - @progress_ky YouTube - http://bit.ly/progress_ky Our amazing theme music comes to us from NATO! More songs and info available on www.NatoSongs.com Logo and some graphic design provided by www.couchfiremedia.com
Lawmakers gavel in for the 2023 Kentucky General Assembly; advocates gather at the capitol to ask lawmakers not to reduce the state's income tax; advocates for decriminalizing marijuana also rallied in the rotunda in support of new draft legislation regarding cannabis; and President Joe Biden is preparing for a visit to Kentucky to discuss the Brent Spence Bridge project.
Welcoming in 2023, Mike chats about the year ahead in politics, news, and local stories. Talk of the Brent Spence Bridge, Biden's plans in the new year, and more. Tune in!
Join Kelly Rippin, Steven Albritton and Randi Rico as they discuss now Tropical Storm Nicole making landfall in Florida overnight, provide an update on the death of a pedestrian on I-75 Wednesday night and impending updates on the Brent Spence Bridge.NEED MORE than just a dose? Watch the NOWCAST of our latest WLWT News 5 show here: https://www.wlwt.com/nowcastFOLLOW:Colin Mayfield: @WLWTColin (Twitter), Colin Mayfield WLWT (Facebook)Kelly Rippin: @KellyRippin (Twitter), Kelly Rippin (Facebook), @kellyrippinnews (Instagram)WLWT: @WLWT (Twitter) WLWT (Facebook), @wlwt5 (Instagram)GET IT ALL: Breaking news, weather and local stories on WLWT.com
The Brent Spence Bridge will someday get a companion — but how will this additional span impact both sides of the Ohio River?
LLN (6/2/22) – FMCSA is one step closer to finally having a confirmed chief. Meanwhile, the agency once again extends its COVID-19 emergency declaration. Also, one week from now, hundreds of trucks will gather for the American Truck Historical Society's National Convention and Truck Show. We'll hear from some of the show's organizers about what's planned. And a bill close to passage in Ohio would authorize nearly $700 million dollars for transportation, including funding for the Brent Spence Bridge project. Meanwhile, Louisiana lawmakers continue to pursue double fines on an important bridge. 0:00 – Newscast. 09:55 – Antique truck show. 24:48 – FMCSA nominee. 39:21 – Ohio highway funding.