Overview

• Cory Bowman, an evangelical pastor and coffee shop owner, received 12.9% of the vote to advance in Cincinnati's nonpartisan mayoral primary.
• Incumbent Mayor Aftab Pureval dominated the primary with 82.5% of the vote, positioning him as the heavy favorite in the November general election.
• Bowman, a political newcomer, is the first Republican to reach Cincinnati's mayoral general election since 2009, despite the city's strong Democratic leanings.
• Vice President JD Vance endorsed his half-brother hours before polls closed, emphasizing Bowman's commitment to serving the community.
• Bowman's campaign focuses on improving local infrastructure, including roads, snow removal, and police equipment, as key priorities for the city.