/wvxus-trust-in-local-government-series WVXU has been covering the stories of politics and corruption at Cincinnati's City Hall since early 2020. We have now launched an initiative to more closely examine Cincinnati politics and the individuals who have shaped it, along with the current allegations of corruption. We'll also explore proposals for change, and seek feedback from local leaders and community members on what can be done to restore trust in City Hall.Trust in Local Government, WVXU's Public Integrity Project will analyze our council-manager form of government and the charter amendments designed to reinforce ethical standards at City Hall; take a historical look at corruption in Cincinnati government; talk with the candidates for Cincinnati mayor and continue with an ongoing series of features, interviews and candidate profiles. en-US Copyright Thu, 22 Jul 2021 08:00:00 GMT /local-news/2021-07-22/open-records-keep-government-transparent-after-local-corruption-scandals-are-they-working-here The right to know how various government entities conduct their business is a cornerstone of democracy. That's why each state in the U.S. has laws… Thu, 22 Jul 2021 08:00:00 GMT /local-news/2021-07-22/open-records-keep-government-transparent-after-local-corruption-scandals-are-they-working-here Michael Monks /local-news/2021-07-13/keating-proposes-resign-to-run-charter-amendment-to-fight-corruption A newly proposed charter amendment would require city council members and the mayor to resign if they are running for another salaried, elected position.… Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:35:20 GMT /local-news/2021-07-13/keating-proposes-resign-to-run-charter-amendment-to-fight-corruption Jolene Almendarez /local-news/2021-07-09/reform-panel-urged-to-make-development-recommendations-stronger Cincinnati's Economic Development Reform Panel heard feedback from a few people Friday on its draft recommendations. City Council formed the panel in… Fri, 09 Jul 2021 20:55:28 GMT /local-news/2021-07-09/reform-panel-urged-to-make-development-recommendations-stronger Becca Costello /local-news/2021-07-07/anti-corruption-panel-wants-public-input-on-development-reform-recommendations An anti-corruption panel wants feedback from Cincinnatians on potential recommendations for reform. The Economic Development Reform Panel must submit… Wed, 07 Jul 2021 21:14:34 GMT /local-news/2021-07-07/anti-corruption-panel-wants-public-input-on-development-reform-recommendations Becca Costello /politics/2021-06-18/commentary-gop-house-members-finally-oust-householder-thanks-to-democrats Republicans in the Ohio House – the majority of them anyway – finally managed to get themselves together and do what they should have done nearly a year… Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT /politics/2021-06-18/commentary-gop-house-members-finally-oust-householder-thanks-to-democrats Howard Wilkinson /politics/2021-06-14/is-corruption-contagious Last year three Cincinnati City Council members were indicted on federal bribery charges, leading many to believe there is a culture of corruption at City… Mon, 14 Jun 2021 08:01:00 GMT /politics/2021-06-14/is-corruption-contagious Michael Monks /local-news/2021-06-11/development-reform-panel-plans-public-hearing-as-recommendation-deadline-nears A panel tasked with suggesting reforms to Cincinnati's economic development process is refining its first draft of recommendations. At a meeting Friday,… Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:48:57 GMT /local-news/2021-06-11/development-reform-panel-plans-public-hearing-as-recommendation-deadline-nears Becca Costello /local-news/2021-06-09/audit-of-council-votes-on-recent-economic-development-deals-on-the-way The city of Cincinnati will pay a contractor $150,000 for an audit of recent economic development deals. Council unanimously appropriated the funds… Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:06:04 GMT /local-news/2021-06-09/audit-of-council-votes-on-recent-economic-development-deals-on-the-way Becca Costello /local-news/2021-06-08/wendell-young-to-remain-on-council-ohio-supreme-court-decides A special commission of three retired judges has decided against suspending Cincinnati City Council Member Wendell Young for deleting text messages… Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:43:28 GMT /local-news/2021-06-08/wendell-young-to-remain-on-council-ohio-supreme-court-decides Jennifer Merritt /politics/2021-06-03/young-voters-answer-would-you-pinky-swear-a-politician Continuing work on our Trust in Local Government, WVXU's Public Integrity Project, we sought out the opinions of the newest group of voters, the members… Thu, 03 Jun 2021 19:46:55 GMT /politics/2021-06-03/young-voters-answer-would-you-pinky-swear-a-politician