The Jerry Springer Show, which made the former Cincinnati mayor famous across the country, is going off the air this fall.

But what made him famous in Cincinnati is different.

In 1974, Springer was just a city councilman when he became embroiled in a sex scandal that could have been an episode of his show.

It all started on April 29, a Monday, when popular political columnist Frank Weikel reported on The Enquirer’s front page that a “Cincinnati politico” was involved in a two-state VICE probe.

The article mentioned prostitution, but Springer went unnamed.

Later that day, “in an abrupt move that shook Cincinnati’s political community,” Springer resigned, citing “very personal family considerations,” but not mentioning the probe.

On Tuesday, he held a news conference at a health club in Fort Wright alluding to the investigation, saying, “When I resigned yesterday, I did so because I believed then as I believe now that there are some problems which are better faced as a private citizen.”

He was described as red-eyed and shaken.

The whole story came out when Springer voluntarily testified in court in Kentucky.

He said his conscience drove him to contact the FBI after he paid for prostitutes with two personal checks in December 1973 and January 1974.

Remember that all happened when Springer was just a councilman.

In 1975, Springer made one of the biggest political comebacks in Cincinnati history, winning back his seat on council.

His sincere and direct television ads directly addressing the issue were credited for the win. In 1977, he was chosen to serve one year as mayor, but his political career didn’t stop there.

In 1982, he unsuccessfully ran for governor of Ohio. Then nearly a decade later, The Jerry Springer Show debuted. In 1992, it was purchased by NBC and the rest is history.

Even now, Springer continues to flirt with the electorate. Business Insider reported that Ohio Democrats wanted Springer to run for governor after John Kasich’s final term.

The media outlet cited The Enquirer’s interview with Springer in February, which also explored the idea.

But Springer said then it’s not happening, although he admitted he still hasn’t ruled out ever returning to politics.

Springer’s resignation in 1974 came as a surprise to many, given that he was just a councilman at the time.

The Enquirer reported on April 30 that Gerald N. Springer was the politician involved in the prostitution scandal.

The newspaper described him as a “man of the people” and noted that he had just married a year earlier.

The Cincinnati Post reported that Springer resigned at a time when the city was grappling with a wave of prostitution and other crimes.

The newspaper also noted that Springer’s resignation came just weeks before he was scheduled to speak at a public hearing on the issue.

Springer’s decision to resign was met with mixed reactions.

Some praised him for being honest about his involvement in the scandal, while others criticized him for bringing shame to the city.

Springer’s decision to testify voluntarily in court was seen by many as a brave move.

In his testimony, he admitted to paying for the services of prostitutes, but he denied any involvement in the wider prostitution ring.

He also expressed regret for his actions and apologized to his family and constituents.

After his political comeback in 1975, Springer went on to serve as mayor of Cincinnati from 1977 to 1978.

During his tenure, he focused on improving the city’s infrastructure and promoting economic development.

Springer’s unsuccessful bid for governor in 1982 was seen by many as a sign of his continued ambition for higher office.