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The National Association of Black Journalists is in Cleveland this week for its 50th annual convention and the timing couldn\u2019t be more meaningful. With diversity programs under political attack and newsroom budgets tightening, this year\u2019s gathering carries the weight of both celebration and resolve \u2014 honoring progress while recognizing how much work remains.<\/p>\n

The backdrop, of course, is Donald Trump\u2019s return to power and his administration\u2019s aggressive push to dismantle DEI initiatives across the country. For Black journalists and media professionals, it\u2019s added pressure in an industry where they\u2019ve long had to fight for opportunity.<\/p>\n

Some companies that once showed up in full force at conferences like this are now noticeably absent. But others are leaning in \u2014 not just with words, but with hiring pipelines, support and visibility. And in this moment, attendees say, that commitment speaks volumes.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Laura<\/p>\n

Overnight Scores and Weather<\/h3>\n

Guardians at New York Mets<\/b>: Juan Soto ruins Gavin Williams\u2019 no-hit bid in the ninth, but Guardians sweep Mets with 4-1 win<\/a><\/p>\n

Northeast Ohio weather forecast<\/b>: Sunny and dry<\/a><\/p>\n

Top Stories<\/h3>\n

NABJ convention<\/b>: The National Association of Black Journalists 50th convention is in Cleveland. Olivia Mitchell reports<\/a> on media professionals discussing the impact of anti-DEI policies and the challenges facing journalists of color in the current political climate.<\/p>\n

RTA U-Pass<\/b>: Cleveland State University will end student RTA passes due to a state budget provision, leaving students facing $95 monthly transit costs. Laura Hancock reports<\/a> Gov. Mike DeWine\u2019s press secretary called CSU\u2019s interpretation of the new state budget language on student fees a \u201cridiculous reading\u201d of the law. Hancock reports<\/a> students attending Cuyahoga Community College will not lose their passes because because Tri-C doesn\u2019t pay for them with student fees.<\/p>\n

Immigration lawsuit<\/b>: <\/b>A new legal fight has emerged over the continued jailing of Mario Monroy Villalta, an immigrant who was denied a chance to argue for bond in his civil immigration case. Adam Ferrise reports<\/a> Monroy Villalta\u2019s lawyer has filed a lawsuit challenging the detention, citing concerns about due process.<\/p>\n

Today in Ohio<\/b>: Gov. Mike DeWine wants to ban prop bets in Ohio after two Guardians players were placed under investigation. We\u2019re discussing the controversy surrounding a state lawmaker\u2019s push to preserve these potentially problematic wagers on Today in Ohio<\/a>, cleveland.com\u2019s daily half-hour news podcast.<\/p>\n

Statehouse and Politics<\/h3>\n

Property taxes<\/b>: Ohio Senate Republicans likely will wait until fall to override property tax vetoes despite having sufficient votes. Anna Staver reports<\/a> Senate President Rob McColley suggests delaying the veto override process.<\/p>\n

\u2018Holly\u2019s Act\u2019<\/b>: <\/b>U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno proposed \u201cHolly\u2019s Act\u201d after meeting with Cincinnati officials about a violent beating, seeking criminal justice reforms and increased police staffing. Sabrina Eaton reports<\/a> on the senator\u2019s support call for stricter sentencing.<\/p>\n

Northeast Ohio News<\/h3>\n

Jail bookings<\/b>: Cuyahoga County Council unanimously approved a new agreement Tuesday that would overhaul how Cleveland police book arrestees into the county jail, advancing a long-negotiated plan meant to curb unnecessary detentions and bring Cleveland\u2019s jail reimbursement rate more in line with current costs, Kaitlin Durbin reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Elections address<\/b>: Cuyahoga County\u2019s Board of Elections is now officially operating under a new street address \u2014 1803 Superior Ave. \u2014 following a recommendation from the U.S. Postal Service to ensure important election mail reaches the right destination on time, Kaitlin Durbin reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n

RTA ridership<\/b>: <\/b>Seven RTA routes each carried over 1 million passengers in 2024, with the Red Line Rapid leading at 3.2 million riders. Rich Exner reports<\/a> that ridership remains around 74% of pre-COVID weekday levels.<\/p>\n

School levy<\/b>: <\/b>West Geauga school leaders want to combine two expiring tax levies into one long-term funding measure and they\u2019re asking voters to approve it this November, Molly Walsh reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n