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One of the oldest copies of the Declaration of Independence on display in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And it's right there. A great idea, a guidepost for the American experiment that we still pursue today. One of five remaining copies of the Declaration of Independence that was printed up in 1776 is at the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal.
One of the oldest copies of the Declaration of Independence on display in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And it's right there. A great idea, a guidepost for the American experiment that we still pursue today. One of five remaining copies of the Declaration of Independence that was printed up in 1776 is at the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal.
The Beatles and baseball: Remembering when the band played Shea Stadium
The greatest foursome ever to take the field at Shea Stadium wasn’t a World Series champion Mets pitching rotation or a gang of blue-chip Jets defensive linemen, but it was Queens royalty. John, Paul, George and Ringo were on a first-name basis with the world. It was time for America to meet The Beatles.
Mad Magazine's history of humor and satire showcased in Cincinnati Art Museum exhibit
Mad Magazine's history of humor and satire showcased in Cincinnati Art Museum exhibit by Bob Herzog, Jen Dalton, WKRC Mon, December 8, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Mad Magazine's history of humor and satire showcased in Cincinnati Art Museum exhibit
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - For seven decades Mad Magazine defined humor and satire. Now, a new exhibit at the Cincinnati Art Museum catalogs the magazine's artistic impact.
Mickey Mantle's spectacular career still remembered fondly 30 years after his death
Just because the pitcher, one of your best friends, is serving up meatballs doesn’t mean you can feast on them. Just because 46,000 adoring fans at your old home ballpark are standing and cheering for you to work your magic doesn’t mean you can make that baseball disappear. Just because the announcer, another old friend, has joined the crowd in rooting you on doesn’t mean you can hit the ball where you want to nearly five years after you’ve retired.
Cincinnati Art Museum showcases bicycles as art in new exhibit
TOPICS: Cincinnati Art MuseumBicyclesExhibitCycle ThruWomen's rightsNostalgiaPop cultureBike trails CINCINNATI (WKRC)— As the weather warms, many will hit the bike trails around the Tri-State, but the Cincinnati Art Museum is offering a unique perspective on bicycles, presenting them as art. The museum's new exhibit, "Cycle Thru: The Art of the Bike," allows visitors who ride their bikes to the museum to enter for free.
Cincinnati Art Museum showcases bicycles as art in new exhibit
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Jim 'Catfish' Hunter was MLB first free agent 50 years ago
As thousands of revelers huddled against the chill in Times Square for New Year’s Eve festivities on Dec. 31, 1974, the first to be hosted by rock ‘n’ roll personality Dick Clark, Yankees fans in the throng had an extra-special reason to twist and shout. Just a few hours earlier, their team had signed baseball’s first modern-day free agent, star pitcher Jim “Catfish’’ Hunter. On that night, for one of the world’s most joyous countdowns, it was flamboyant Oakland A’s owner Charles O.
In 1975, Shea Stadium was the place to play for the Mets, the Yankees, the Jets and the Giants
Fifty years ago, Shea Stadium was the only place to be. That’s not an ad campaign. That's a fact. In 1975, the circular ballpark in Flushing and famously in the flight path of jet planes landing at nearby LaGuardia Airport, was the home field for all of New York’s professional outdoor sports teams. The Yankees and Giants joined the then-permanent resident Mets and Jets in playing their home games at Shea. Never before has that happened in professional sports history.
Cincinnati Circus Company brings the big top to your backyard
GOLF MANOR, Ohio (WKRC) — The Cincinnati Circus Company has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years, offering a wide array of performances and classes. Dan Luckett, a sword swallower with the company for 14 years, said, "If you want jugglers, fire performers, magicians, sword swallowers, aerial acrobatics, anything like that, we can supply." The company not only performs at various events, from backyard birthday parties to large corporate gatherings, but also offers public classes.
Cincinnati Circus Company brings the big top to your backyard
TOPICS: Cincinnati Circus CompanyPerformancesClassesJugglersAerial acrobaticsSword swallowersEntertainmentCorporate gatherings GOLF MANOR, Ohio (WKRC) — The Cincinnati Circus Company has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years, offering a wide array of performances and classes.
Cincinnati Circus Company brings the big top to your backyard
TOPICS: Cincinnati Circus CompanyPerformancesClassesJugglersAerial acrobaticsSword swallowersEntertainmentCorporate gatherings GOLF MANOR, Ohio (WKRC) — The Cincinnati Circus Company has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years, offering a wide array of performances and classes.
Clermont County park offers sweet escape with maple sugaring season
CINCINNATI (WKRC) — As winter's chill lingers, the Cincinnati Nature Center invites visitors to experience the age-old tradition of maple sugaring. For the next few weeks, metal buckets will adorn the park's sugar maple trees, collecting sap that will eventually become golden maple syrup. Laura Whalen from the Cincinnati Nature Center explained the process, saying, "It's boiled over high heat, and you can see that water is evaporating off.
Clermont County park offers sweet escape with maple sugaring season
CINCINNATI (WKRC) — As winter's chill lingers, the Cincinnati Nature Center invites visitors to experience the age-old tradition of maple sugaring. For the next few weeks, metal buckets will adorn the park's sugar maple trees, collecting sap that will eventually become golden maple syrup. Laura Whalen from the Cincinnati Nature Center explained the process, saying, "It's boiled over high heat, and you can see that water is evaporating off.
Santa John brings holiday cheer to Northern Kentucky with dazzling display
TOPICS: Santa JohnHoliday displayNorthern KentuckyChristmas lightsFestive wonderlandBlow moldsJoyCrestview Hills CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky. (WKRC) — While Santa Claus may reside at the North Pole, Northern Kentucky has its own version of the jolly figure in John Horton, affectionately known as "Santa John." Horton, a cabinet maker by trade, has transformed his home into a festive wonderland, complete with a sleigh he built himself and a dazzling array of lights and decorations.
West Side family's display dazzles with thousands of lights, dozens of holiday figures
CHEVIOT, Ohio (WKRC)— On Washington Avenue, a dazzling holiday display is lighting up the neighborhood, thanks to the efforts of Zach Fitzwater and his family. The display, which features numerous blow molds and thousands of lights, is a labor of love that begins months in advance. Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Shortcuts Shortcuts Open/Close/ or ?
Big Brothers Big Sisters transforms lives in Cincinnati
TOPICS: MentorshipBig Brothers Big SistersCincinnatiTerrell BlueTerence DanielsCommunity impactNational GuardPersonal growth CINCINNATI (WKRC) — As the season of giving approaches, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati is showcasing the profound impact its mentorship program has on the community.\ Terence Daniels and Terrell Blue, who were matched through the program, have maintained a strong bond for over a decade.
Pete Rose, MLB hit king who bet on baseball, dies at 83
He was Charlie Hustle. He was the Hit King. He was passionate about baseball and prideful about his accomplishments, which included belting more hits than any other player in Major League Baseball history. Pete Rose was a baseball icon, but he was not a member of the sport’s Hall of Fame. He was a switch hitter with a dual legacy, living a life defined by batting and betting.
Bob Herzog samples autumn delights ahead of Findlay Market's Fall Food Fest
by BOB HERZOG, WKRC Fri, September 27th 2024 at 3:27 PM Updated Mon, September 30th 2024 at 9:31 PM
Bob Herzog samples autumn delights ahead of Findlay Market's Fall Food Fest
by BOB HERZOG, WKRC Fri, September 27th 2024 at 3:27 PM Updated Fri, September 27th 2024 at 3:55 PM
Bob and Jen take a class at Nuesole Glassworks
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - We like to keep things classy but today we are going to keep things glassy. "One of the first things I talk to people blowing glass is that you will learn a lot of patience. It's going to be really frustrating, those pieces often hit the ground," said Ali Fonda. Fonda is just one of the teachers at Nuesole Glassworks. She says it can take years to master the art of glass blowing but no need to worry, if you come in as a beginner, she has you covered.
Sister Blandina's order prays for her canonization, where does it stand?
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local sister of charity is still on track to become a canonized saint. We first told you about Sister Blandina Segale in the Local 12 special "A Cincinnati Saint." Since then, interest in Blandina has grown. Her order, based in Delhi, is showcasing her life and responding to those who are asking for prayers. If you were to read an account of Sister Blandina's early life, you'd think she was a character in a novel.
Sister Blandina's order prays for her canonization, where does it stand?
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local sister of charity is still on track to become a canonized saint. Since then, interest in Blandina has grown. Her order, based in Delhi, is showcasing her life and responding to those who are asking for prayers. If you were to read an account of Sister Blandina's early life, you'd think she was a character in a novel. She was born Maria Rosa Segale in Italy and came to America when she was four-years-old.
Sister Blandina's order prays for her canonization, where does it stand?
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local sister of charity is still on track to become a canonized saint. We first told you about Sister Blandina Segale in the Local 12 special "A Cincinnati Saint." Since then, interest in Blandina has grown. Her order, based in Delhi, is showcasing her life and responding to those who are asking for prayers. If you were to read an account of Sister Blandina's early life, you'd think she was a character in a novel.
50 years ago, Hank Aaron stamped his legacy with HR No. 715
By Bob HerzogSpecial to NewsdayUpdated March 27, 2024 12:20 pm For Hank Aaron, chasing the ghost of Babe Ruth should have been about numbers. Instead, hauntingly, it also was about letters. Fifty years ago, on the chilly, damp evening of April 8, 1974, batting against the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Al Downing before 53,775 fans at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, Aaron hit his 715th career home run to break Ruth's career home run record.
Concern for others made Bud Harrelson go public with his Alzheimer's diagnosis
When Bud Harrelson, the part-owner of the Long Island Ducks’ independent league team, was first diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2016, he took a bold step. "He did one amazing thing,” said his former wife, Kim Battaglia. “The day he got the news, he immediately handed over his car keys and never drove again. He admitted to getting lost driving a couple of times in Florida. That was a proud moment for him. He saw he had a responsibility to others on the road.
Remembering the Pete Rose-Bud Harrelson brawl from 50 years ago
By Bob HerzogSpecial to NewsdayOctober 6, 2023 11:33 am They had to be separated 50 years ago. Their legacies are nearly inseparable today. Bud Harrelson and Pete Rose infamously brawled near second base at Shea Stadium on Oct. 8, 1973, during Game 3 of the NLCS. Rarely is one player mentioned in a sentence without the other, even though both had distinguished and distinctive major-league careers, playing 40 years and more than 5,000 games between them.
Anonymous car collector uses his collection to help people in need of affordable housing
A visit to Collection 21 in Erlanger is a car and truck lover's dream.
Root Beer Stand stands alone in making food, treats and memories
SHARONVILLE, Ohio (WKRC) - Around here everyone thinks their ice cream stand is the best ice cream stand. But for people who really like root beer and some other things too there is one place they make their stand. Root Beer Stand stands alone in making food, treats and memories (WKRC) Sitting down over a couple mugs with Eric Burroughs, you realize something pretty quickly. He’s not just the current owner of the Root Beer Stand in Sharonville. He’s a protector of the past.
'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, Ohio, John Chausmer is that neighbor.Indiana Jones would not like w
'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
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'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
CINCINNATI, Ohio (WKRC) — Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, Ohio, John Chausmer is that neighbor. Indiana Jones would not like what’s in this building. "There is a neighbor that lives up the street who when he first moved into the neighborhood, you know, he asked the other neighbor, 'hey, is anything, are there any crazy neighbors I need to know about? Well, there is the snake guy." "Snakes.
'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
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'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
CINCINNATI, Ohio (WKRC) — Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, Ohio, John Chausmer is that neighbor. 'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property (TND) Indiana Jones would not like what’s in this building. "There is a neighbor that lives up the street who when he first moved into the neighborhood, you know, he asked the other neighbor, 'hey, is anything, are there any crazy neighbors I need to know about?
'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, Ohio, John Chausmer is that neighbor.Indiana Jones would not like w
'Snake Man' raises hundreds of snakes on his property
Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, Ohio, John Chausmer is that neighbor.Indiana Jones would not like w
Clermont County man follows his passion and raises hundreds of snakes
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Have you ever had that one neighbor who has sort of an unusual hobby? Well, in Williamsburg, John Chausmer is that neighbor. Indiana Jones would not like what’s in this building. "There is a neighbor that lives up the street who when he first moved into the neighborhood, you know, he asked the other neighbor, 'hey, is anything, are there any crazy neighbors I need to know about? Well, there is the snake guy." 'Snakes.
How Schmidt Bakery's popular cherry thing-a-lings came about
BATESVILLE, Ind. (WKRC) - Small towns always seem like they’re known for certain things. Batesville, Indiana, is no exception, and in this town one of those special *things* is right inside Schmidt Bakery. "We have a great town, great supportive town. A lot of our citizens just, they love our donuts." Cindy Todd sounds like a baker's daughter -- and that's because she is. She keeps the books for Schmidt Bakery.
Cincinnati Rollergirls: Lifting women up while knocking them down
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Maybe when you think about a place like a roller rink, your mind goes back to elementary school and skating parties. But the Cincinnati Rollergirls are a little bit more intense. "I mean, it's roller derby. You're hitting people on roller skates," said Amanda Frietsch. "You can get hurt.
You don't have to wait for the Winter Olympics to check out curling in the Tri-State
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - This is not a winter Olympic year. So maybe there are some sports you’re really not thinking of too much. Well, in West Chester, they’re still curling all the time. "We've got over 150 members now and interest is growing," said Jonathan Penney, president of the Cincinnati Curling Club.
Cincinnati Museum Center explains why Arrowhead Stadium is a misnomer
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - On Sunday, the Bengals will go into Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City to try to make football history. At the Cincinnati Museum Center, arrowheads are history. When people think about seeing something at the Cincinnati Museum Center, they think about Union terminal. But the point of this story, actually lots of points, are located someplace else. It's a totally different building on West 5th Street, called the Geier Collections and Research Center.
Big Bone Lick State Park is a window into the past
BOONE COUNTY, Ky. (WKRC) - Where did the Buffalo Bills get their name? It's in reference to legendary frontiersman Buffalo Bill Cody. However, the logo is technically a bison. But you would probably never go to Buffalo to see bison. And fortunately, you don't have to. "Buffalo is more of a general term that covers a lot of animals, including water buffalo, Cape buffalo, and what was referred to as the American buffalo for a long period of time, but bison is a specific term.
'A gift to the people of Greater Cincinnati': Crib of the Nativity brings Christmas spirit
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - During this time of year, amidst all of the 24/7 Christmas music on the radio and the online shopping deals and the twinkling lights in all directions, the phrase "reason for the season" starts to have an impact on many folks. That leads some of them to the Crib of the Nativity in Eden Park.
Doscher's keeps candy and Christmas traditions alive
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Doing things the old-fashioned way takes time. That means a local company can't make quite as many candy canes as businesses that have shipped production overseas and automated some of the steps, but the team there still believes they make the best ones.
Dasher and Dancer... and Sugar Plum? Feed and pet reindeer at an Indiana farm
BROOKVILLE, Ind. (WKRC) - You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid and Conner and Blitzen. But do you know Sugar Plum? She lives out here in Brookville, Indiana with a whole bunch of her friends. This video file cannot be played.(Error Code: 102630) "Yeah, we have 20 reindeer to get over twice as many of Santa." Kevin Priessman, he knows his reindeer. His wife, Alice, clearly also knows.
Scuba Santa spreads the holiday spirit from under the sea at Newport Aquarium
NEWPORT, Ky. (WKRC) - When it comes to Tri-State holiday traditions, you expect to see certain things. Lights. Trains. Maybe some ice skating. But at the Newport Aquarium, it's like Christmas in an entirely different ecosystem. Scuba Santa spreads the holiday spirit from under the sea at Newport Aquarium (WKRC) Not all the people we get to interview can make an entrance quite like Scuba Santa, complete with bubble curtain. But there he is, in the tank, during his busiest time of the year.
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