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Esrati.com once again scooped Dayton’s local media, exposing who will take the fall for Montgomery County Jail’s failures and breaking news on Dayton Public Schools’ lawsuit against Ohio’s unfair bus transfer law. From the taxpayer-funded legal mess caused by Phil Plummer and friends, to DPS winning an injunction to keep bus passes, to the launch of the Dayton Bike Gang e-bike program, the stories you won’t find anywhere else are here. Add in the latest twists at the Board of Elections—including a candidate accused of falsifying petitions—and more signs that UniGov is the only solution, and you’ll see why this site remains Dayton’s most fearless watchdog.

Dayton Public Schools has filed suit to block a new Ohio law that singles out Montgomery County, banning high school students from making key public transit transfers while still requiring buses for private and charter schools. DPS says it’s unconstitutional, unsafe, and unfair—and The Guardian just made it global news.

Six of the ten Montgomery County Jail staff involved in the restraint chair death of Christian Black are back on duty, despite the Coroner and Dayton Police calling it a homicide. Only four officers remain on paid leave as the community demands civilian oversight and accountability from the Sheriff.

he Dayton Bike Gang pilot from the Modern Policy Institute aims to solve Dayton Public Schools’ high school transportation crisis by providing e-bikes, safety gear, and training to eligible students—rewarding good attendance, grades, and graduation with bike ownership. This first-in-the-nation program reduces costs, boosts health, cuts emissions, and empowers teens, while bypassing restrictive state laws that block DPS from buying bus passes. We’re seeking connections to major foundations to fund this transformative, scalable model for student mobility and success.

The Montgomery County Board of Elections has released its latest candidate petition report, revealing a troubling lack of competition across many local races. Entire councils, school boards, and judicial seats face no challengers, leaving voters with few real choices in November. From unopposed mayors in Brookville, Germantown, and Huber Heights to uncontested school board seats in Miamisburg, West Carrollton, and Jefferson Township, the ballot is looking sparse. With some candidates under ethics clouds and others winning by default, Montgomery County’s overabundance of small jurisdictions continues to drive up costs while limiting voter influence.