There is an expectation inside every courtroom that does not require much explanation. That people are expected to tell the truth. Witnesses swear to it, litigants sign affidavits under oath, attorneys can face serious consequences for knowingly misleading the court, and judges routinely determine whether someone’s explanation is credible by comparing their words against documents, recordings and testimony.

Official Cuyahoga County Board of Elections records show “Colleen Reali” signing into the Board of Elections at 1:21 p.m. that same afternoon, January 12th, and signing out at 1:33 p.m. The election records also show that January 12th was the day Reali filed her candidacy paperwork seeking another six-year term. The Board of Elections currently lists the November 3, 2026 general-election candidate information through its official candidate's page. Board of Election Sign-In Sh

The Supreme Court has stopped the Trump administration from moving forward with a controversial USPS mail ballot rule ahead of the midterms, keeping state election laws in place for now. The 7-2 decision leaves a major legal fight unresolved and could shape how far federal power reaches in future elections.

A Cleveland 13 investigation into Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court uncovers systemic questions of power, political influence, and unchecked discretion. Backed by insider whistleblowers, audio recordings, and court records, the findings reach far beyond one former judge. Join the Cuyahoga County Family Court Accountability Project rally outside the courthouse this October, followed by the premiere of our full investigative exposé. Read the evidence and decide for yours

A lawsuit is challenging Truth Social's $100,000-a-month data feed, which allegedly gives paying firms a split-second edge on posts from the president and the White House. Plaintiffs argue the service turns official government communications into a premium product, raising serious questions about access, power and profit.

A sweeping Ohio attendance law is changing how schools track missed class time, and even excused absences can now count toward chronic absenteeism thresholds. Families dealing with illness, grief or routine appointments could still see those hours added to a student’s total as districts roll out new intervention rules statewide.

President Trump signed an order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America on U.S. documents, triggering swift resistance from Canada as trade tensions deepen. The move takes effect immediately for federal agencies, but Canadian leaders say the historic name will stand. With retaliatory tariffs looming, the symbolic change is fueling even more cross-border friction.

President Trump stunned international observers by declaring U.S. ownership over the Strait of Hormuz, a move that dramatically shifts American foreign policy and could impact global oil markets. As gas prices nationwide hit $4.08 per gallon, Trump told Americans higher costs are a necessary sacrifice to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons. With midterm elections looming, the impact on voters remains uncertain.

A sudden county infrastructure project on Warrensville Center Road has ignited a heated battle in University Heights. Local merchants allege a communication blackout under Mayor Michele Weiss, doubled licensing fees, and intrusive data demands, while first responders warn that concrete barriers threaten emergency response times. Despite the mayor's defense, fearful business owners are demanding transparency and competent local governance.

Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Andy Wilson as Ohio’s new attorney general, filling the vacancy left by Dave Yost’s move to the private sector. Wilson, a seasoned prosecutor and current director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, will serve through the end of the year. His experience includes high-profile cases like the Pike County murders. An election for the next full term is set for November, making this a pivotal moment for Ohio’s top legal office.

The Justice Department has unveiled a sweeping settlement shielding President Trump, his family, and business entities from any IRS audits or enforcement on past tax returns. In exchange, Trump dropped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS. The unprecedented agreement arrives as the administration launches a controversial $1.8 billion fund for those it deems victims of politically motivated prosecutions, drawing intense scrutiny and debate.

A new DOT-backed reality series featuring Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family is drawing sharp ethics questions in Washington. The show’s corporate sponsors include companies regulated by the department, and critics say the timing is tone-deaf as gas prices rise. Duffy says ethics officials approved it and no one was paid. The series is set to debut on YouTube in June.

President Trump is signaling support for suspending the federal gas tax to ease pain at the pump, but he cannot do it by executive order. Any “gas tax holiday” would require Congress and could drain the Highway Trust Fund that pays for highways and transit. Sen. Josh Hawley says he plans to introduce a bill, but key details remain unclear.

The State Department says it is rolling out a special-edition U.S. passport for America’s 250th birthday, featuring President Donald Trump’s likeness inside the book. Mock-ups show his portrait on the ID page with a gold-printed signature and a 1777-style flag on the back cover. The limited release is expected to begin this summer, subject to availability.

A long-dormant part of the 25th Amendment is back in focus. Rep. Jamie Raskin and 50 Democratic co-sponsors have introduced a bill to create a bipartisan Commission on Presidential Capacity, a potential alternative “other body” to evaluate whether a president can discharge the powers and duties of office. The bill would bar sitting officials and rely on former leaders and medical experts.

A new federal law will shift Selective Service registration to an automatic system for eligible men, using existing government records to enroll them within 30 days of turning 18. Officials say it modernizes the process and could save millions, while stressing it does not reinstate a combat draft.

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $39 trillion, with annual interest costs now approaching $1 trillion, according to Treasury data. Lawmakers remain divided over spending cuts and tax policy, while shifting foreign holdings and renewed talk of “de-dollarization” raise questions about long-term demand for U.S. debt.

Cleveland’s National Air Show board is warning the event cannot continue if Burke Lakefront Airport closes. City leaders are studying a $600 million lakefront redevelopment vision and have asked organizers to consider remote or overwater formats, but the board says Cleveland’s geography and the show’s nonprofit finances make that impossible. The 2026 show is still on.

Ohio lawmakers advanced House Bill 84, the “Innocence Act,” requiring websites that distribute obscene material to geolocate users and verify ages for Ohio access. The bill also creates criminal penalties for using someone’s likeness in sexual imagery without consent and empowers the Ohio attorney general to enforce compliance with steep civil penalties. It now moves to the Senate.

A Franklin County magistrate issued a preliminary injunction blocking Ohio from reclassifying unclaimed funds as state property after 10 years. The ruling finds House Bill 96 likely violates Ohio’s takings and due process clauses, halting plans to transfer $1.7B-$1.9B to a sports facilities commission, including $600M tied to a proposed Browns stadium in Brook Park.