A major elections bill is heading to the Senate, and it could reshape how Americans register and vote. The SAVE America Act would introduce stricter voter ID and citizenship requirements, sparking debate over election security and access ahead of the midterms.
Category: GOVERNMENT
Posted inLOCAL
State of the County Address celebrates forward progress and innovation
Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne’s 2025 State of the County speech celebrated higher wages, new housing, and community investments—offering reasons for hope amid challenges.
Posted inGOVERNMENT
Ohio Senate Democrats introduce bill to raise minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2029
Ohio lawmakers are renewing efforts to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. Senate Bill 234, introduced by Sens. Kent Smith and Hearcel Craig, would boost wages by $1 each year starting in 2026, reaching $15 by 2029. The bill would also eliminate…
Posted inOHIO
Ohio Democrats propose letting voters sign up to always use absentee ballots
streamlining mail-in voting and reducing paperwork for frequent absentee voters.
Posted inEQUITY
National Urban League Declares a State of Emergency for Black America
After declaring a state of emergency, the National Urban League unveils the new D3 plan to fight back
Posted inCleveland
Mayor Bibb discusses Cleveland’s future, challenges, and progress in State of the City
Mayor Justin M. Bibb spoke at his fourth State of the City event, discussing financial crises, public safety and public health, and the need to pivot towards sustainable community development.
Posted inNATIONAL & BEYOND
U.S. Supreme Court pauses deportations under wartime law
The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked the removal of migrants under the Alien Enemies Act until the high court considers the case of several migrants in Texas whose lawyers say are at risk for “imminent removal”.
Posted inNATIONAL & BEYOND
HHS Eliminates Office That Sets Poverty Levels Tied to Benefits for at Least 80 Million People
Trump’s firings at the Department of Health and Human Services included the elimination of the office that sets federal poverty guidelines, which determine whether tens of millions of Americans are eligible for health programs such as Medicaid, food assistance, child care, and other services.
Posted inOHIO
Ohio House budget cuts child health programs, including pediatric cancer research
The Ohio House budget proposal includes cuts to Medicaid expansion, pediatric cancer research, and infant mortality programs, which will likely create significant economic and health challenges for Ohio’s low-wage workers and children.
Posted inCleveland
Cleveland mayor unveils municipal cabinet to boost youth well-being and community support
Mayor Justin M. Bibb has signed an executive order enacting a Municipal Cabinet for Youth and Families to ensure the city’s youth have the skills and tools to become future leaders.