M. White The Cleveland Observer Blood is invaluable. It saves lives in just minutes of donating. According to the American Society of Hematology, blood consists of four key components: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, all of which are crucial to healing and saving lives. Gunshot and stabbing victims often require donated […]
Control of Congress is at stake and with it a president’s agenda
By LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Control of Congress is at stake Tuesday, with ever-tight races for the House and Senate that will determine which party holds the majority and the power to boost or block a president’s agenda, or if the White House confronts a divided Capitol Hill. […]
Call to Action: Support Ohio House Bill 263 It’s been in Committee status for a year!
Staff Writer The Cleveland Observer Ohio House Bill 263, introduced by state Reps. Dani Isaacsohn (D – 24), Thomas Hall (R – 46), and cosponsor Munira Abdullahi (D – 9), offer crucial relief for long time homeowners, particularly seniors. This bill aims to freeze property taxes at current levels for qualifying homeowners, providing much-needed financial […]
Trusting God Amid a Culture of Uncertainty
Ron Calhoun The Cleveland Observer The uncanny similarities of the Persian empire experienced by Daniel test the faith of the young remnant of Christians today. How relentless is your faith walk? Daniel 3:17-18 (ESV): “If this be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace … But […]
Breast Cancer: Nurse Shares Her Journey to Recovery
Sharon LewisThe Cleveland Observer Interview with Annette Reisner, MPA, BSN, RN. This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Q: Can you tell us about how your breast cancer diagnosis began?Reisner: It started with a MyChart reminder in February, telling […]
How Power and Money Are Hurting Cleveland Communities
Staff Writer (Opinion The Cleveland Observer In Cleveland, many people struggle to stay in their homes and make ends meet. At the same time, decisions are being made that help those with power and money, but not everyday residents. This is called ”elite capture.” In Cleveland, elite capture can be found in city government, particularly […]
Racism Takes a Back Seat to DEI
Staff Writer The Cleveland Observer In recent years, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become a central focus for organizations across various sectors, eclipsing the singular focus on racism, particularly anti-Black racism, in many corporate and institutional efforts. This shift reflects the expanded scope of DEI and its appeal to a broader audience. It […]
U.S. Ranked Last in Health Care Faces Long Road Of Challenges in Urban Communities
The Cleveland Observer Comparing Performance in 10 Nations, the Mirror, Mirror 2024: A Portrait of the Failing U.S. Health System provides a sobering analysis of the U.S. health care system compared to nine other high-income countries. The eighth edition of the report, which examines access to care, health outcomes, administrative efficiency, and equity, highlights a […]
Disputes over access to the vote intensify as Ohioans begin to cast ballots
By JULIE CARR SMYTH Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Several disputes over voter rights in Ohio were unresolved Tuesday as the state began accepting early ballots in this fall’s election for president, a key U.S. Senate race and a redistricting measure. Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose had not yet responded to Common Cause […]
Tips, overtime, Social Security: A look at Donald Trump’s no-tax pledges and what they might cost
By MEG KINNARD Associated Press Eds: UPDATES: Adds Trump campaign statement. Donald Trump has pledged to end taxes on everything from tips to Social Security and overtime pay if he’s elected to the White House again. But he hasn’t detailed how he would fund those ideas and avoid creating a huge budget shortfall, beyond arguing […]