Friday, December 12, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1934, the National League granted the Cincinnati Reds permission to play seven night games in 1935. The first night game in baseball history was played in May at Crosley Field.

Did you know the Ohio Supreme Court has found that residents generally aren’t liable for injuries others sustain while walking on snow- or ice-covered sidewalks? Still, cities across the state have their own rules on the issue. Learn more in Top Stories.

Keep an eye on your inbox this Saturday: we’re sending a partner message from Incogni about how scammers get your data and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Snow, Frigid Wind Chills in Forecast

More snow is expected to move across the state on Saturday after winter weather moved into the region late Thursday night.

Arctic air is also expected to descend on the Buckeye State, with below zero wind chills possible Sunday night into Monday.

Ohio doesn’t have a statewide law requiring property owners to clear snow from sidewalks, and the Ohio Supreme Court has found that they generally aren’t liable if someone slips and is injured.

However, cities including Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and others require residents to remove snow and ice from sidewalks in a timely manner. See more about local rules on snow and ice removal here.

CDC: Transplanted Kidney Spread Rabies

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed that a Michigan man treated at the University of Toledo Medical Center earlier this year died from rabies transmitted by a transplanted kidney.

The Idaho man who was the source of the donated kidney had been scratched by a skunk about six weeks before his death and later exhibited confusion, hallucinations, and difficulty walking.

The CDC report found that the man’s family didn’t disclose some of these details on the donor risk assessment questionnaire before the transplant.

Investigators identified more than 370 people who might have been exposed to material from the donor, the skunk, or the kidney recipient. Forty-six were advised to receive preventive care.

Student-Created Ornaments Showcase Ohio

Ornaments designed by students at St. Joseph’s Montessori School in Columbus hang on Ohio’s designated Christmas tree outside the White House.

There are 58 smaller trees lining what’s called the Pathway of Peace around the National Christmas Tree outside the White House, each representing a state or territory. Students ages 4 to 19 design ornaments that showcase local traditions and creativity.

Students were asked to consider what makes their state beautiful, and St. Joseph’s Montessori School’s designs centered around native Ohio plants and flowers. You can see their designs here.

The National Christmas Tree display will be open until Jan. 1. The 103rd lighting ceremony took place on Dec. 4 and is available to watch online.

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The $4 Billion Deal Everyday Investors Missed

In 2012, Disney acquired Lucasfilm for $4 billion — one of the most profitable entertainment deals ever made.

But everyday investors never had the chance to participate. The upside was locked away behind private doors.

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After a decade-long legal effort at the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, Elf Labs secured more than 500 trademarks and copyrights featuring iconic characters like Cinderella, Snow White, The Little Mermaid, and many others.

It’s one of the most significant character-IP victories in recent memory — and they are already rapidly scaling.

$15M+ in royalties
Upcoming global rollout to 200M TVs
12 patents being used to power 3D & immersive content
Unsolicited $70M+ offers before any nationwide rollout
A team with a $6B+ licensing track record

The shift resembles the Lucasfilm moment — except this time, the opportunity is still open to everyday investors.

Elf is building a tech-powered character universe designed to disrupt the $2 trillion entertainment and merchandise market. With enterprise backing and distribution underway, they’re entering a major growth phase.

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➤ Statewide: A new Emerson College Polling survey shows Democrat Amy Acton narrowly leading Vivek Ramaswamy 46% to 45% in the Ohio governor’s race, with 9% of voters undecided. (More)

➤ Northeast Ohio: Police in Streetsboro and Twinsburg warned that the CrimeRadar app is spreading false reports, including a fabricated school shooting, and urged residents to avoid phishing links disguised as fake audio and video. (More)

➤ Cincinnati: Officials approved an $8.1 million settlement with hundreds of protesters who were arrested during 2020 demonstrations related to the death of George Floyd. (More)

➤ Toledo: Three officers responding to an armed kidnapping were injured in a crash while pursuing a U-Haul that was missing a tire. (More)

➤ Cuyahoga County: County officials approved a $400,000 settlement with a former employee who was demoted after fulfilling a reporter’s public records request. The county also paid $250,000 in 2024 to cover legal fees. (More)

➤ Youngstown: The City Council will vote Dec. 17 on allowing Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing for $5.5 million in energy upgrades to the Mahoning National Bank building, authorizing $13 million in special assessments over 23 years. (More)

➤ Cincinnati Bengals defensive lineman Shemar Stewart, the team’s first-round pick in this year’s draft, has been designated for return after injuring his knee in Week 9. (More)

➤ The Columbus Fury, a Major League Volleyball team, will have 11 matches broadcast nationally in 2026 on CBS Sports Network, Roku Sports Channel, and Vice TV. (See Schedule)

➤ The Pro Football Hall of Fame will open a new exhibit on Dec. 19 focusing on Stark County’s contributions to the game of football. (More)

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➤ A Workers United strike over alleged unfair labor practices closed four Columbus Starbucks stores, with additional Central Ohio locations shutting temporarily because of ongoing staffing shortages. (More)

➤ Value City Furniture stores in Centerville and Cincinnati are closing as American Signature Inc.’s bankruptcy filings outline plans to liquidate underperforming locations. (More)

➤ OhioHealth will use Abridge AI across all ambulatory providers to streamline clinical conversations and reduce physicians’ note-taking burdens during patient visits. (More)

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There’s a new king in the $2T entertainment market.

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➤ USA TODAY’s 10Best named Cincinnati Zoo’s PNC Festival of Lights the nation’s best for the eighth year, with organizers unveiling 26 new lifelike animal lanterns, including a giant peacock and snow leopard. (See Lights)

➤ Former Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Cleveland on Feb. 25 for a 107 Days book tour event at Playhouse Square, offering meet-and-greets and discussing her account of the 2024 presidential campaign. (More)

➤ Skyline Chili debuted a limited-edition Chili Cheese Coney Pizza, topping it with chili, cheddar, hot dog pieces, mustard, and onion, and releasing it in select Kroger stores across four cities. (More)

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