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Ohio GOP Lawmakers to Formally Pledge Support for Dismantling of U.S. Department of Education

Teachers unions in Ohio and nationwide have stood staunchly against the effort, worrying about the loss of federal protections and other necessary services from the move.

by Susan Tebben, The Ohio Capital Journal February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

News & Views

Hundreds of Clevelanders Protest ICE at Public Square on National Shutdown Day

“People are being shot down in the middle of the streets. We got to do what we have to do to make change,” said one attendee.

by Mark Oprea January 30, 2026February 2, 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

Cleveland News

Cleveland Small Businesses Participate in National Shutdown Day With Closures, Donations, Messages of Solidarity

“What is going on today in this country is beyond disappointing – it’s heartbreaking.”

by Mark Oprea January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

Ohio News

A Dem Candidate for Ohio Attorney General Faces Backlash, Stands by Comments About Trump

“I want to tell you what I mean when I say I am going to kill Donald Trump,” Elliot Forhan said in a video posted to his Facebook page. “I mean I’m going to obtain a conviction” that would lead to capital punishment.

by Susan Tebben, The Ohio Capital Journal January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

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Cleveland’s Aggressively Going After More Nuisance Properties Thanks to New Laws, Officials Say

“The numbers speak for themselves. If you want to terrorize your neighbors, if you want to terrorize your street, there’s gonna be a price to pay,” said Mike Polensek.

by Mark Oprea January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Ohio News

‘The Folks Are Fearful.’ Haitians Living in Ohio May Soon Lose Temporary Protected Status

“There’s a lot of concern that people may be put in detention while they’re waiting for their asylum hearings, and be taken away from their kids, their work, and their homes.”

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Cleveland News

The Worst of Cleveland 2026

A celebration of depravity and incompetence

by Vince Grzegorek January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Cleveland News

Meet the Clevelander Who Biked Across All Five Ice-Covered Great Lakes This Winter

Late last year, Eric McKinney decided he would be the first cyclist to traverse all five frozen bodies of water. He completed his journey this week.

by Mark Oprea January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

Ohio News

Republican Ohio State Senator Faces Ethics Complaint Over Alleged Oil and Gas Conflicts

“The complaint alleges Chavez’s conflicts of interest regarding undisclosed business entities and fast-tracking legislation that could benefit these interests.”

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 26, 2026January 26, 2026