Nadeen Abusada

1 week ago | news5cleveland.com | Nadeen Abusada

CLEVELAND — For immigrants, marrying a U.S. citizen and obtaining a green card is nothing new in the United States. However, as President Donald Trump pushes for stricter immigration policies, experts say the process has become more rigorous. Some immigration offices are now requiring extensive documentation and conducting in-depth interviews for all applicants. When a married couple applies for a green card or adjustment of status, there is a standard process.

1 week ago | news5cleveland.com | Courtney Shaw |Nadeen Abusada

GREEN, Ohio — The Green Memorial Day parade ended early after a child fell off a vehicle and was run over near the end of the route. The child was transported to Akron Children's Hospital in unknown condition. The Memorial Ceremony started late after the incident.

2 weeks ago | news5cleveland.com | Nadeen Abusada

Across Northeast Ohio, several sheriff’s departments are partnering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to house detainees and assist with immigration enforcement. But now, the American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio (ACLU) is suing the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office, claiming it has refused to release a copy of its contract with ICE. In Mahoning County, Sheriff Jerry Greene is one of the officials who offered jail space to ICE earlier this year to help house detainees.

2 weeks ago | news5cleveland.com | Nadeen Abusada

CLEVELAND — Every year, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps thousands of people fleeing war, persecution, and violence start new lives right here in Northeast Ohio. We’ve been following how a federal crackdown has impacted their operations for months. At one point, they laid off a third of their staff and weren’t sure what the future would hold. But now, they’re feeling a sense of optimism—even as uncertainty still lingers.

3 weeks ago | news5cleveland.com | Drew Scofield |Nadeen Abusada

CLEVELAND — The neighbors of a man who was fatally shot in broad daylight while mowing his lawn at his home in Kamm's Corners say the suspect was a known problem in their neighborhood. It happened around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the 15700 block of Munn Road. According to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office, the man has been identified as 68-year-old Thomas Overall. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Neighbors told News 5 that Overall was loved by the community.