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Ohio’s book ban ranking contrasts with how Greater Cincinnati schools handle challenges

Ohio ranks third nationally for school book bans, but Greater Cincinnati schools have often responded to challenges by restricting access rather than removing books entirely.  The contrast highlights how school districts across the state handle disputes over library materials and students’ access to books. According to Axios Cincinnati, which cited PEN America data, Ohio recorded…

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8 Greater Cincinnati schools under scrutiny after statewide review of test results

Eight Greater Cincinnati schools have been identified as having “significant testing anomalies” following a statewide review of Ohio’s spring 2026 standardized test results. In a media release, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce identified the local schools as part of a broader investigation involving dozens of schools statewide. State education officials have not said…

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