Communities fight ICE detention centers, but have few tools to stop them
As ICE plans major detention center expansions nationwide, cities cite secrecy, tax losses and humanitarian concerns — but face limited legal power to stop federal projects.
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The original ‘wine moms’ are in Ohio. They’re mobilizing to support Haitians in Springfield.
Red Wine & Blue mobilized thousands in a Zoom call, raising $107,000 in under an hour to support Haitian families in Springfield facing immigration uncertainty.
Ohio Republican lawmaker wants stiffer penalties for masked offenders as Dems ask, what about ICE?
An Ohio House bill would increase penalties for crimes committed while wearing a mask. Democrats question why law enforcement, including ICE agents, would be exempt.
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice begins collecting signatures for referendum before March 19 deadline
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice is racing to gather signatures to block Senate Bill 56, a law changing Ohio’s voter-approved marijuana program and banning intoxicating hemp products.
The kids are not alright — ICE threatens children’s short-term health, long-term prospects
A surge in federal immigration enforcement in the Twin Cities is driving student absences, lawsuits from school districts, and documented mental health and academic impacts on children.
Ohio House Democrats introduce bills to regulate ICE presence in Ohio
Ohio House Democrats unveiled a package of bills to restrict ICE activity, protect personal data, and improve detention conditions, framing the proposals as matters of civil rights and public safety.
Here are the candidates running for Ohio statewide office in 2026
Ohio voters will decide races for governor, U.S. Senate, statewide offices, and the Ohio Supreme Court this November. Here’s a look at who’s running ahead of the May primary.
Ohio senators, governor respond to calls from Brown to extend protections for Haitians
Former Sen. Sherrod Brown called on Ohio Republicans to back an extension of temporary protected status for Haitians as fears mounted in Springfield and a judge blocked termination.
‘This fight is far from over.’ Ohioans react to federal judge blocking TPS ending for Haitians
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from ending TPS for Haitians, but Ohio lawmakers and advocates say the fight isn’t over and are calling for permanent protections.
Immigration slowdown threatens Ohio’s future
For one reason or another, I have been writing and thinking a lot about population growth lately. An important contributor…
Hundreds of Ohioans show support for Haitians, federal judge blocks TPS ending for Haitians
A federal judge halted the Trump administration's attempt to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians after hundreds rallied in Springfield, where 12,000-15,000 Haitians have revitalized the local economy and reversed decades of population decline.
Fear, faith and preparation as ICE closes in on an Ohio community
With Temporary Protected Status ending February 3 for Haitians, Springfield residents activate emergency networks including 28 churches to protect children from family separation during potential ICE enforcement.
Homeland Security boss Noem in hot water after response to Minneapolis killings
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is under fire from Republicans and Democrats after federal immigration agents killed two people in Minnesota, sparking calls for investigations, impeachment, and funding limits.
‘The folks are fearful.’ Haitians living in Ohio may soon lose temporary protected status
Thousands of Haitians in Ohio could lose temporary protected status and work authorization next week, raising fears of deportation, economic harm, and family separation.
Enough is enough with ICE
With heavy snow predicted this past weekend, I attempted to avoid the weather entirely by moving up a planned visit…
What can we tell from how Ohio politicians reacted to the ICE killing of Alex Pretti in Minnesota?
Thank God we have video. – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. In less than three weeks of the new year armed…
Fallout from Alex Pretti killing: Trump administration facing widespread criticism
Federal agents shot and killed Alex Jeffrey Pretti in Minneapolis after disarming him during an immigration enforcement operation. Video evidence contradicts Trump administration claims he posed a threat, prompting calls for independent investigation.
Footage, documents at odds with DHS accounts of immigration enforcement incidents
At least 17 shooting incidents involving federal immigration agents since July have raised questions about use of force and accountability, with courts finding DHS accounts contradicted by video evidence and calling official narratives into question.
Central Ohio high schools students protest ICE, teacher unions condemn ICE activity near schools
High school students across central Ohio staged walkouts after recent ICE detentions, as educators and advocates warn immigration enforcement is disrupting schools and harming students.
Retired Ohio chief justice joins alliance to preserve independent judicial branch
Retired Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor is leading a national effort to defend judicial independence, warn against politicized courts and educate voters on the judiciary’s vital role.
