Greg Levy launches U.S. Senate Campaign in Cleveland
Urges unity, expanded ballot access access On Greg Levy, a member of the Party for Socialism…
Council first quarter of legislation earns high marks for community impact
Ron Calhoun If the first few months of 2026 are any indication, Cleveland is in the…
City uneven budget takes shape addresses housing crisis
Konner Hines Cleveland renters continue to face housing instability and rising affordability pressures as the city…
Power and pushback: Who can stop a president?
The United States government was designed as an elegant system of checks and balances. Power is…
Analysis: Bibb and Griffin clash shapes power struggle at City Hall
Editor’s note: This analysis examines key public disagreements between Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb and City Council…
Ohio’s New Marijuana Law: What You Need to Know
On Dec. 19, Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation making significant changes to cannabis and hemp sales…
Baby Olivia Act passes Ohio House, moves to Senate
On Nov. 19, 2025, the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 485, also known as…
Will Trump deploy the National Guard to Cleveland?
In June, President Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles to support Immigration and Customs…
What Has the City Council Done Since Declaring Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis?
In April, the Cleveland City Council unanimously passed a resolution declaring gun violence a public health…
Federal Actions Trigger Rising Scrutiny for Nonprofits, Legal Experts Warn
By Staff Writer A series of recent decisions by the Trump Administration could lead to tougher…
Government says SNAP benefit cuts won’t be as deep as announced for some families
President Donald Trump’s administration now says that SNAP food aid for November will be reduced less than…
Voter Information: How to Research New City Council Candidates
By Angela Hay This article is part of the Cleveland Observer’s voter information series designed to…
Voter Information: Does the Incumbent Deserve Your Vote?
By Angela Hay This article is part of the Cleveland Observer’s voter information series designed to…
Supreme Court To Decide Fate Of Trumps Citizenship Order With Historic Stakes For African Americans
By Ron Calhoun The U.S. Supreme Court’s forthcoming ruling on President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14160…
Ohios New Budget Bill Protects High Earners While Social Services Suffer
By Angela Hay On June 30, Governor Mike DeWine signed Ohio’s new budget bill for fiscal…
Trumps Travel Ban What You Need To Know
By Amaya Dennis According to the Associated Press, President Trump issued a proclamation that barred nationals…
House Bill 1 Would Change Property Tax For The First Time Since 1972
House Bill 1 seeks to provide an estimated $2 billion reduction in Ohio state income tax,…
Federal Suspension Of Job Corps Threatens Cleveland Youth Training Programs
By Konner Hines The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a nationwide suspension of Job Corps…
Elon Vs Trump Billionaire Feud Erupts Over Budget Bill
By Konner Hines Donald Trump’s sweeping budget bill has ignited a high-profile feud with Elon Musk,…
Ohio Will Redraw Voting Maps Soon — Here’s What That Means
By Ron Calhoun Ohio is about to go through another round of redistricting, which means the…
Editorial: Redistricting for the People VIA Unaffiliated Voters
By Ron Calhoun Why Ohio’s Maps Must Reflect the Majority of Unaffiliated Voters When most people…
