Amanda Becker The 19th News, Author at Cleveland Scene

Democrats Don’t Agree on How to Talk About Trans Athletes. Just Look at Ohio

Dr. Amy Acton’s Trump-like statement in the governor’s race raises questions about how far candidates in battleground states can go before jeopardizing LGBTQ+ support.

by Amanda Becker The 19th News August 25, 2026August 25, 2026

Ohio News

TikTokers Came to Springfield Looking for ICE. Then the Child Trafficking Rumors Began.

The conspiracy theories have triggered chaos in the Ohio city, where Haitian immigrant families and the groups working with them are already on edge.

by Amanda Becker The 19th News February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

Ohio News

Fear, Faith and Preparation as ICE Closes in on an Ohio Community

In Springfield, faith-based coalitions are creating emergency hubs to care for children — and churches are preparing for their sanctuaries to be breached.

by Amanda Becker The 19th News January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

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