Cinti. Council Race: 19 Candidates For 9 Seats The Cincinnati City Council's first and toughest test will be projected $51.5 million budget shortfall for 2010. Early Voting Busy In Some Polling Places Some voters waited in cars to stay warm until Ohio polls opened at 6:30 a.m. on Election Day. Issue 9: Mass Transit - What You Need To Know As proposed, Issue 9 is an amendment to the Cincinnati charter that would require voter approval before the city could spend money for any passenger rail transportation including streetcars. Ohio Issue #3: Will Casinos Come To Ohio? Ohio voters have said 'no' to casino-related ballot measures four times in the past 20 years. Issue 7: Cinti./Hamilton Co. Public Library Funds Voters are being asked to approve a tax levy of 1.0 mil on Nov. 3. It would help fill the funding gap for operations and maintenance of library branches. Issue 5: Funding For Hamilton Co. MR/DD Programs Hamilton County voters are being asked to approve a tax levy Nov. 3 that would fund mental health services for the next five years. Issue 6: Museum Center Repair Funding Issue #6 is a renewal of part of an existing 2004 levy, but it’s for 0.02 mils less than is currently being collected. Quick Facts: Cincinnati Mayoral Candidates The race for Mayor of the City of Cincinnati on November 3 boils down to a choice of personalities and experience. Voter Turnout 'Steady' In Hamilton County Election Elections officials say money issues are the driving force behind people casting ballots. McDonnell Wins Virginia Governorship For GOP Republicans wrested political control of Virginia from the Democrats on Tuesday as independent voters swung behind the GOP. AP Exit Poll: NJ Governor Race Too Close To Call The tight three-way race for governor of New Jersey, a state battered by high taxes and scarred by government corruption, was too close to call after balloting ended Tuesday, according to an Associated Press exit poll of voters. No Re-Vote Allowed In Columbia Twp. Trustees Ballot Mistake Candidates names left off ballot, preventing 124 voters from choosing two of three candidates. 3 Statewide Issues In Ohio Show Early Leads Three statewide issues show early signs of success, including controversial plan to add casinos in 4 Ohio cities. Little Miami School Levy Fails This is the third time voters have rejected the district's plea for money. Cincinnati Mayor Has Early Lead In Re-Election Bid Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory has an early lead in his bid to win a second term. Republican Christie Captures NJ Governor's Race Republican Chris Christie has defeated Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine in New Jersey. Ohio Voters Approve Livestock Care Board Ohio voters have delivered a victory to large farm operators, approving a new industry-dominated board to oversee livestock care. Two Newcomers In Line for Cincinnati City Council Seats Charlie Winburn (R) and Laure Quinlivan (D) would join seven incumbents if voting trends continue Ohio Voters Approve Bonuses For Veterans Ohio voters have opened their wallets to veterans, easily approving bonuses of up to $1,000 for those who served in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan or Iraq. Early Returns Show Ohio Casinos Ahead Ohio would become the 39th state to legalize casinos if the measure's approved and would join neighboring casino states Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
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Mallory Wins Second Term As Mayor Mark Mallory says he will focus on economic development, public safety, and neighborhoods during his second term as Mayor of Cincinnati. Wenstrup Concedes Mayoral Race In Cincinnati Republican mayoral candidate Brad Wenstrup offered his concession speech just after 11 p.m. Election Night. Issue 9: Cincinnati Mass Transit Fails The Cincinnati Streetcar and rail transportation may proceed now that voter approval will not be required for officials to spend the money. Ohio Issue 3: Casinos Will Come To Ohio Ohio voters have said 'no' to casino-related ballot measures four times in the past 20 years, but the fifth time was the charm. Issue 5 For MR/DD Renewed Issue 5 for funding Hamilton Co. Mr/DD programs has passed with 100% of precincts reporting. Issue 6 Passes For Museum Center Issue 6 for museum center repair levy has passed with 100% of the precincts reporting. Issue 7 Passes: New Chapter For Local Libraries Issue 7 for the Cincinnati/Hamilton Co. public library funds has passed with 100% of the precincts reporting. Wenstrup Doesn't Rule Out Running For Office Again Republican mayoral candidate had strong showing at the polls. Struggling Ohio Opens Doors To Casinos, Factory Farms Backers of the casino issue spent more than $35 million pushing the plan. Large farm operators mounted a $4 million campaign to pass Issue 2. Democrat Wins House Seat In Heavily GOP Area In NY Democrat wins special congressional election by exploiting battle between moderates and conservatives for control of GOP. 7 Incumbents, 2 Newcomers Elected To City Council Voters chose 2 new members of Cincinnati city Council, said yes to 7 incumbents and sent a clear message that they want council members to work more closely with one another. |