Today’s news
Cities Brace for Possible ICE Crackdowns Amid Rumors and Uncertainty
Local officials and activists in several cities prepare for a range of immigration enforcement scenarios as the federal government remains tight-lipped.

Ohio Cities Respond to Federal Immigration Enforcement
Local municipalities across Ohio and Michigan are taking action to limit cooperation with federal immigration agencies.
Haitian TPS Holders in Ohio Fear Deportation Amid Legal Battle & Rising Threats
Community groups mobilize to support Haitian immigrants facing potential deportation as TPS legal battle continues
Recent news
Feb. 27, 2026
Tricia McLaughlin leaves 'meat grinder' Trump admin job today
Cincinnati-area native departs role as chief spokesperson for President's immigration agenda at DHS
Feb. 26, 2026
Former Venezuelan Mayor Detained in Cincinnati Faces Deportation
Carlos Garcia has until Friday to appeal his deportation order to Ecuador.
Feb. 26, 2026
Cincinnati City Council Passes Immigration Enforcement Restrictions, With Lone Holdout
Councilmember Scotty Johnson raises concerns about impact on federal partnerships
Feb. 24, 2026
Lakewood City Council Opposes State Bills Empowering ICE
Resolution 2026-04 unanimously passed to fight unconstitutional legislation
Feb. 23, 2026
Ohio Gov. DeWine Opposes Trump Plan to End TPS for Haitian Immigrants
DeWine warns the policy could hurt Ohio's economy by removing workers filling critical jobs
Feb. 23, 2026
Columbus Council Votes on Legislation Limiting Police Cooperation with ICE
The proposed ordinances spark a response from the Fraternal Order of Police
Feb. 23, 2026
Columbus City Council to Vote on ICE Restrictions
Proposed legislation would limit federal immigration enforcement access to city property and personnel.
Feb. 22, 2026
Deportation Concerns Leave 1,000 US Citizen Children in Limbo
Springfield, Ohio faces uncertain future for children of Haitian immigrants as TPS protections remain in flux
Feb. 22, 2026
Ohio Governor Defends Haitian Migrants, Calls Trump's TPS Revocation 'Wrong'
DeWine says Haitian migrants are 'working, supporting their family' and 'filling jobs' in Ohio.
Feb. 21, 2026
Medina County Commissioners Dismiss Calls for ICE Cooperation Resolution
Community remains divided on immigration enforcement as commissioners confirm no resolution has been formally introduced.
Feb. 21, 2026
Students Say South Western School Admin Disrespected ICE Protest
District says it acted to keep students safe during walkout against ICE operations.
Feb. 20, 2026
McKinley High Students Protest Against ICE
Walkout demonstration held in Canton, Ohio against federal immigration enforcement agency
Feb. 20, 2026
Canton McKinley students protest ICE operations with walkout
Dozens of high school students marched through the city to demonstrate against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Feb. 20, 2026
Columbus Proposes New Protections for Immigrants
City Council members announce legislative package to limit ICE activity on city property
Feb. 20, 2026
Columbus Weighs Legislation to Limit ICE Operations
City Council considers measures to restrict federal immigration enforcement activities.
Feb. 19, 2026
DHS Spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin Departs Amid Immigration Pushback
McLaughlin, known for her 'aggressive' approach, is leaving the agency as the Trump administration tries to soften its immigration enforcement image.
Feb. 19, 2026
DHS Spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin to Step Down
Cincinnati native leaves role defending Trump's immigration policies after nearly 5 years
Feb. 18, 2026
Cincinnati Family Shelters Asylum Seeker Now Facing Deportation
Ousmane Fall, a Senegalese man seeking asylum, was arrested by Arkansas police and is now in ICE custody, leaving his host family worried about his fate.
Feb. 14, 2026
Parents Protest Teachers Using Kids for Anti-ICE Events
Concerns raised over school-approved protests against immigration enforcement
Feb. 13, 2026
Former Venezuelan Mayor Detained by ICE in Ohio
Family seeks release of Carlos Garcia-Oden, who fled political persecution in Venezuela