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Cincinnati families struggle as bus driver shortage continues in 2026

A persistent bus driver shortage leaves Cincinnati parents scrambling for morning transportation in 2026. The worsening school bus driver shortage forces local districts to cut routes and change schedules. The morning rush hour feels heavier for Cincinnati parents this year. Thousands of families are currently adjusting their daily routines. A severe lack of available drivers…
May 25, 20260Comments

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An empty desk and chair sit in a vacant school hallway, representing the impact of 2026 Cincinnati Public Schools job reductions and budget cuts.
Community Education News

Cincinnati school cuts proposal could eliminate more than 100 jobs next year

Cincinnati school cuts could reshape staffing and student services across the district next school year. The discussions intensified after district leaders proposed eliminating more than 100 positions to close a major budget gap. The Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education is considering sweeping staffing reductions as officials work to address a projected $58 million budget…
May 19, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati skyline next to financial documents, a calculator, and a laptop showing budget charts, representing Cincinnati tax changes in 2026.
Business News

Cincinnati tax changes: What the 2026 updates mean for residents and businesses

Residents and business owners are preparing for the significant Cincinnati tax changes coming to the local economy in 2026. Understanding the Cincinnati tax changes introduced this year is essential for navigating upcoming municipal budget adjustments. The Cincinnati tax changes planned for 2026 are driving a major financial shift for residents and businesses across the region.…
May 18, 20260Comments

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Students walking into school as Ohio’s EdChoice voucher program faces a major legal challenge over school choice and education funding.
Education News Politics

Why Ohio’s EdChoice Lawsuit Could Change Education Across the State

The Ohio 10th District Court of Appeals is hearing arguments today in a major legal challenge that could reshape education options for tens of thousands of Ohio families. More than 300 public school districts, including several in Greater Cincinnati, are trying to dismantle the EdChoice voucher program, which currently serves roughly 150,000 to 166,000 students…
May 12, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools approves $325M amid looming CPS budget deficit

District officials warn that the growing CPS budget deficit requires immediate financial restructuring. Parents and teachers must prepare for difficult conversations as the CPS budget deficit threatens future operating funds. Mandated spending eats into district resources The Cincinnati Board of Education recently approved roughly $329 million in expenditures during their April meeting. This massive spending…
May 1, 20260Comments

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ICE visits trigger resignation of Ohio officer after Cincinnati school controversy

ICE visits at Cincinnati schools prompt resignation and internal review The ICE visits have now triggered internal reviews, administrative leave, and a formal resignation from a local police officer. An Ohio police officer from the Gratis Police Department stepped down following controversy over alleged Immigration and Customs Enforcement, (ICE) visits to three Cincinnati Public Schools. The…
April 21, 20260Comments

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Western Hills High School entrance in Cincinnati featuring a security sign requiring law enforcement to present judicial warrants, following unauthorized ICE-related school visits.
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CPS responds to ICE school visits by out-of-town police chief

Cincinnati Public Schools is taking a firm stance following recent ICE school visits that alarmed the local community. On Wednesday morning, an unexpected law enforcement presence disrupted the typical routine at several local educational facilities.  An out-of-town police officer entered three separate campuses on the West Side of Cincinnati. The officer confidently claimed to be…
April 16, 20260Comments

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