Good morning, Dayton.

On July 8, 1986, a CSX freight train derailed in Miamisburg and released a 1,000-foot cloud of burning phosphorus that forced over 17,500 people to evacuate and led to hospital treatments and emergency shelters.

A second rupture forced an even larger evacuation and crews battled fires and chemical hazards—an event later marked by multiple lawsuits and known as one of the largest evacuations from a train accident in U.S. history—leaving a lasting impact on the community.

Neighbors are worried after a security camera captured a SUV stopping on Pinecrest Drive and firing at least 10 shots at a Dayton home just before 4:20 a.m. on Monday.

Dayton police asked the public for information after a Fourth of July block party shooting on Catalpa Drive and West Grand Avenue—four people sustained gunshot injuries and were taken to local hospitals, with the incident reported at 11:55 p.m. near the 1600 block while the party was held on the 1700 block.

The Clergy Community Coalition submitted a petition with over 2,300 voter signatures to build a public hospital in West Dayton — the Dayton City Commission will hold a public hearing today at 8:30 a.m. If approved, a tax will help fund the hospital — if denied, the coalition will gather 250 more signatures to push the issue to a ballot vote.

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at Wright Patterson awarded two new contracts—one to the University of Dayton for weapon system work in Dayton set to finish by June 30, 2026 and another to General Dynamics for a $41.6 million software project in Beavercreek scheduled to complete by December 2030.

EMO Night with Flicker // Fade

11:30 PM — The Brightside — Ticket info TBA — Experience a live band playing the best of emo, pop-punk, and Warped Tour era music.

Front Street Art Hop

5-9 p.m. — Front Street — Free admission — Explore nearly 100 artist studios, galleries, and boutiques while enjoying live music and food.

Yoga in The Park — Speakeasy Yoga

10-11 a.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Enjoy energizing outdoor yoga sessions with Tori Reynolds under the pavilion.

Dayton Mac & Cheese Fest

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. — The Brightside — Free entry — Indulge in a wide variety of mac n' cheese dishes from local food trucks at this family-friendly food festival.

Black Box Improv's KidProv Summer Camp

8 a.m. — The Black Box Improv Theater — Check website for pricing — A lively summer camp fostering creativity and comedy for teens aged 13-17.

Free Concert Featuring A Vicious Cycle

7-9 p.m. — North Park — Free event — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of '90s rock and alt music performed live.

Sunset at the Market

5-8 p.m. — 2nd Street Market — Free entry — Enjoy dining, live music, and shopping while soaking in the sunset at this community event.

Carlene Carter Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Carlene Carter, a legacy of country music, live in concert.

Gem City Comic Con

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. & 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Marriott at the University of Dayton — Admission details not specified — Immerse yourself in comics and creativity at this family-friendly event.

Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert

7-9 p.m. — Stubbs Park — Free entry — Celebrate the magic of Fleetwood Mac with a nostalgic evening of live music.