🏢 Cincinnati's convention center isn't staying yellow, despite appearances. The bright yellow coating visible during the $264 million renovation is actually a waterproof membrane that serves as an air and vapor barrier. By late 2025, the Duke Energy Convention Center will feature silver metal panels and three-story glass walls, with a design inspired by Cincinnati's five inclines. Construction crews have already installed some of the approximately 1,200 metal panels on Fifth Street, with the remainder expected to be completed by October's end. The yellow barrier is simply part of the weatherproofing process for the 58-year-old building's new facade.
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⚖️ Cincinnati imam remains jailed amid complex asylum battle. Ayman Soliman will stay behind bars for at least two more months while awaiting an asylum trial. The former Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplain lost his asylum status in June over alleged ties to a charity connected to the Muslim Brotherhood. His legal team has filed a new federal lawsuit arguing the government's case relies on factual errors and misinterpretations. Soliman could potentially be transferred from Butler County jail to another facility, even outside the U.S., which his attorneys argue would create significant due process issues.
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🛡️ Ohio's cyber guardians train to combat rising digital threats. Over 50 volunteer reservists participated in a four-day training event in Cincinnati to prepare for potential cyberattacks on local governments. The Ohio Cyber Range Institute, unique to the state, coordinates more than 200 volunteers who would deploy during cyber emergencies. These highly skilled IT professionals undergo intense, top-secret training to handle various threats effectively. As one leader noted, Ohio's proactive approach to cybersecurity puts it "better than most states" in defending against the growing menace of digital attacks.
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