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Cincinnati school receives $1M gift to expand entrepreneurship program

Saint Ursula Academy will receive $1 million over 10 years to expand its entrepreneurship program and create more business education opportunities for students. The Ed and Joann Hubert Family Foundation will provide the funding to support the Cincinnati school’s efforts to prepare young women for careers in business and entrepreneurship. $1 million donation to support…

ByNina Oliverio1 day ago0Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools levy faces support and opposition ahead of Election Day

Cincinnati Public Schools’ proposed levy is drawing support and opposition as voters prepare to decide Issue 4 on November 3, 2026. The five-year, 7-mill property tax proposal would generate an estimated $66.3 million annually for the district, but concerns about affordability, spending transparency and the timing of the request have fueled opposition. Issue 4…

ByNina OliverioOctober 29, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati business leaders urge CPS to delay property tax levy

Cincinnati business leaders are urging Cincinnati Public Schools to pause its proposed property tax levy, citing concerns about transparency, timing and community support. The five-year, 7-mill measure is scheduled to appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot and would generate approximately $66.3 million annually if approved. Letters from Cincinnati Regional Chamber President and CEO Brendon…

ByNina OliverioOctober 15, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools leaders explain proposed $66.3 million tax levy at town hall

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) leaders met with residents Tuesday, October 13, to discuss a proposed property tax levy that will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot. The town hall gave community members an opportunity to learn about the district’s financial challenges, the proposed funding measure and its potential impact on local taxpayers. The meeting…

ByNina OliverioOctober 14, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools to hold two town halls on Issue 4 property tax levy

Cincinnati Public Schools will host two town halls in October to explain Issue 4, a proposed property tax levy that voters will consider in the November 3, 2026, election. Superintendent Shauna Murphy and Treasurer Michael Gustin will lead the meetings to discuss the proposed five-year, 7-mill operating levy, its estimated cost to homeowners, and the…

ByNina OliverioOctober 12, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati-area colleges see mixed results in 2027 U.S. News rankings

The latest U.S. News college rankings show mixed results for Cincinnati-area universities, with the University of Cincinnati falling in the national rankings while Northern Kentucky University moved up. UC tied for No. 179 among National Universities in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. That was 21 spots lower than its position…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 28, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools reaches three-star rating on Ohio report card

Cincinnati Public Schools reaches three-star rating on Ohio report card The Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) recently earned a three-star rating on the latest Ohio School Report Card. This marks an improvement from the district’s 2.5-star rating in each of the previous two school years. This feat for the CPS is the first time under the…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 15, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati college enrollment shows growth, but Ohio universities face shifting demand

Cincinnati’s higher education market is entering the 2026-27 school year with several signs of growth. The University of Cincinnati expects its total enrollment to exceed 55,000 students this fall. Xavier University also expects a sharp increase in its incoming undergraduate class. The growth comes as national college enrollment continues a gradual recovery. However, universities across…

ByNina OliverioAugust 21, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati schools claim four of Ohio’s top 10 spots in U.S. News rankings

Cincinnati schools claimed four spots among Ohio’s top 10 high schools in the latest U.S. News rankings. Cincinnati schools include Walnut Hills, Madeira, Mariemont and Indian Hill among Ohio’s highest-ranked public high schools. Walnut Hills High School again leads Ohio in the latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report. The Cincinnati Public Schools school…

ByNina OliverioAugust 19, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati strategic plan sets new goals as CPS students return

Cincinnati strategic plan discussions are shaping the start of the 2026-27 school year for Cincinnati Public Schools. The Cincinnati strategic plan remains a draft, with district leaders preparing to present it for a future board vote. Cincinnati Public Schools welcomed students for the new school year Wednesday as district leaders previewed a proposed strategic plan…

ByNina OliverioAugust 18, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati school receives $1M gift to expand entrepreneurship program

Cincinnati Public Schools levy faces support and opposition ahead of Election Day

Cincinnati business leaders urge CPS to delay property tax levy

Cincinnati Public Schools leaders explain proposed $66.3 million tax levy at town hall

Cincinnati Public Schools to hold two town halls on Issue 4 property tax levy

Cincinnati-area colleges see mixed results in 2027 U.S. News rankings

Cincinnati Public Schools reaches three-star rating on Ohio report card

Cincinnati college enrollment shows growth, but Ohio universities face shifting demand

Cincinnati schools claim four of Ohio’s top 10 spots in U.S. News rankings

Cincinnati strategic plan sets new goals as CPS students return

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