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CPS Safe Sleep Lot: Are Cincinnati Public Schools Doing Too Much?

Cincinnati Public Schools just opened a new CPS Safe Sleep Lot for homeless families — the first of its kind in Ohio. At the same time, teachers joined May Day protests tied to national politics. For local taxpayers, this overlap raises a blunt question: Are Cincinnati Public Schools doing too much? When Schools Become…

ByAdam KoehlerMay 2, 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…

ByNina OliverioMay 1, 20260Comments

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Safe sleep lot opens as CPS launches first-of-its-kind program in Ohio

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) has launched a new initiative aimed at addressing student homelessness. The district opened a safe sleep lot at William Howard Taft Elementary School, marking the first program of its kind in Ohio. School officials say the program provides a temporary, secure place for families who are living in their cars. The…

ByNina OliverioMay 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…

ByNina OliverioApril 21, 20260Comments

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CPS board meeting set after Gratis police visit raises concerns

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) officials scheduled a special board meeting today, April 20, after an unusual law enforcement presence at several schools drew concern from administrators and families. The situation centers on two officers from the small village of Gratis in Preble County, who traveled to Cincinnati and attempted to access multiple school buildings. District…

ByNina OliverioApril 20, 20260Comments

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…

ByNina OliverioApril 16, 20260Comments

A table displaying Cincinnati youth safety pamphlets, after-school program guides, and free gun locks outside a brightly lit community recreation center at dusk.

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Cincinnati officials push youth safety solutions to address risks outside school

City leaders and school officials in Cincinnati are expanding collaboration to address growing concerns about student safety beyond the classroom. The effort follows several recent incidents involving large teen gatherings, fights, and arrests in public spaces. Officials say the focus is shifting toward prevention rather than reaction. They want to reduce risks during after-school hours,…

ByNina OliverioApril 14, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools project $101 million deficit, board weighs budget paths

Cincinnati Public Schools deficit Cincinnati Public Schools is facing a Cincinnati Public Schools deficit that could reach $101 million by 2030 without action. The school board met Monday to discuss options, including spending cuts and a potential new levy, with district leaders warning that revenue challenges are worsening statewide. The Cincinnati Public Schools deficit emerged from…

ByNina OliverioMarch 3, 20260Comments

Mount Rushmore presidential faces symbolizing Presidents’ Day in Cincinnati 2026

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Presidents’ Day Cincinnati 2026: What’s Open and Closed

Why Presidents’ Day Matters in Cincinnati Presidents’ Day Cincinnati is more than just a federal holiday on the calendar. While the day officially honors George Washington’s birthday, it has evolved into a broader recognition of American presidents. For Cincinnati, the holiday carries a direct local tie. The city is the birthplace of William Howard Taft…

ByAdam KoehlerFebruary 16, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Public Schools funding threatened by proposed Ohio bill

Proposed funding loss tied to voucher lawsuit Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) now face deep uncertainty. State legislators consider a bill that could strip critical funding from districts challenging Ohio’s universal voucher program in court. Leaders of Cincinnati Public Schools warn that the proposal amounts to a financial crisis for the city’s educators and students. Moreover, CPS…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 10, 20260Comments

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CPS Safe Sleep Lot: Are Cincinnati Public Schools Doing Too Much?

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

Safe sleep lot opens as CPS launches first-of-its-kind program in Ohio

ICE visits trigger resignation of Ohio officer after Cincinnati school controversy

CPS board meeting set after Gratis police visit raises concerns

CPS responds to ICE school visits by out-of-town police chief

Cincinnati officials push youth safety solutions to address risks outside school

Cincinnati Public Schools project $101 million deficit, board weighs budget paths

Presidents’ Day Cincinnati 2026: What’s Open and Closed

Cincinnati Public Schools funding threatened by proposed Ohio bill

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