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TikTokers Spread Rumors About Springfield Churches Collaborating with ICE

Influencers allege local groups are working with immigration authorities to deport Haitian families, but officials deny the claims

Bomb Threats Disrupt Ohio City Amid Immigration Debate

Suspicious packages and evacuations prompt response in Springfield, home to large Haitian population

DHS: ICE Engaged in Ongoing Enforcement, No Specific Plans for Springfield

Federal agency says it has no plans to mobilize immigration officers in areas with high Haitian TPS populations.

Feds Promise 24-Hour Notice for Potential ICE Surge in Springfield, Ohio

Governor DeWine says federal officials assured him of advance warning for any immigration enforcement targeting Haitian immigrants

Springfield Lockdowns Raise Concerns in Haitian Community

Schools, city offices, and businesses placed on lockdown amid demographic shifts in the city.

Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Detail Springfield ICE Plans

Ruling delays end of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants

Haitians in America worry they're Trump's next target

The president falsely accused Haitians in Ohio of eating pets. Now he's trying to deport them.

Federal Judge Pauses End of Immigration Protection for Haitians in Ohio

Residents in Springfield brace for impact as TPS status remains in limbo

Haitian Immigrants in Ohio Remain Gripped by Fear Despite Legal Respite

Judge's ruling to maintain Temporary Protected Status for Haitians offers temporary relief, but uncertainty and ICE fears persist

Fear and Uncertainty Linger for Haitians in Springfield After TPS Ruling

St. Vincent de Paul director discusses ongoing relief efforts for the community.

Federal Judge Blocks End of Haitian Immigrant Protections

Ruling cites Homeland Security Secretary's 'hostility to nonwhite immigrants'

Springfield Faith Groups Prepare for End of Haitian TPS

Community leaders in Springfield, Ohio, have spent months getting ready to support the city's 15,000 Haitian residents facing deportation.

Judge Sharply Criticizes Kristi Noem, Trump Admin Over Haitian TPS Termination

Federal judge blocks end of protections for thousands of Haitians in Ohio and across the U.S.

Ohio Democrats Propose Bills to Restrict ICE Agents

Legislation would ban masked officers and prohibit immigration enforcement at schools and hospitals

Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Move to End Haitian Refugees' Protected Status

The ruling provides immediate relief for Haitian TPS holders and their families from the threat of family separation, job loss, and forced return to Haiti.

Judge Blocks End of Temporary Protections for Haitians

Ruling deals setback to Trump administration's immigration agenda

Federal Court Blocks DHS From Ending Deportation Protections for Haitian Immigrants

The ruling halts the Trump administration's attempt to deport over 350,000 Haitians amid ongoing crisis in their home country.

Judge Blocks End of Protections for Haitians in US

Ruling deals another legal setback to Trump administration's immigration agenda

Judge blocks Trump administration from ending Haitian protections

Temporary protected status for Haitians extended amid ongoing political instability in the country

Judge Blocks End of Temporary Protections for Haitians

Ruling halts Trump administration's plan to end Temporary Protected Status for around 350,000 Haitian immigrants