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Sanctuary Cities That Don't Exist: What SB 172 and HB 26 Actually Do
Ohio is advancing bills to punish sanctuary jurisdictions that officials concede do not officially exist in the state. SB 172 passed the Senate in June 2025; HB 26 would dock 10% of funds.
15 July 2026
When the Debunk Came From a Nonprofit, Not the Daily
When a national lie hit Springfield, the early on-record correction came from the nonprofit Ohio Capital Journal and local officials, not a big daily. It shows who is left to check the facts.
08 July 2026
How "Eating the Pets" Spread in Days
A secondhand Facebook post became a national talking point in under a week, drew more than 33 bomb threats to Springfield, and was debunked first by a nonprofit newsroom and local Republicans.
04 July 2026
The July 1 Cliff: What Happens When 26,500 People Lose the Right to Work
Haitian work permits became invalid July 1, 2026, months before the election. DeWine called ending TPS a job killer for Ohio and for Springfield, breaking with national GOP policy.
04 July 2026
Anatomy of a Lie: How "Eating the Pets" Traveled From a Facebook Post to a Debate Stage
A false rumor about Springfield's Haitian community went from a deleted Facebook post to a presidential debate in 36 hours, and the trip added reach without ever adding proof.
04 July 2026