An updated policy from the Department of Homeland Security has instituted policies affecting how long international students can
remain in the U.S., affecting their ability to leave the country and make changes to their academic plans.

New VISA rules bring Changes for CWRU’s international students

August 21, 2026

On July 17, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued new regulations that will replace the current “Duration of Status” system,...

The Observer’s 2026 USG Endorsements

April 10, 2026

It’s that time of year again, when officer elections are in full swing. That includes those for the executive committee of Case Western Reserve...

Editorial: ICE presence at Cleveland Hopkins sparks unease amid shutdown

March 27, 2026

This Monday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were deployed to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to assist Transportation...

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The Cleveland Clinic has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and State of Ohio after violating the Ohio’s Saving Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act, which has received polarizing responses. While governement officials believe this will prevent children from making regrettable medical decisions, the LGBTQIA+ thinks this is a step in the wrong direction for gender identity rights.

Cleveland Clinic reaches a settlement in gender-affirming care lawsuit

Ethan Park, Staff Writer • September 4, 2026

After a year-long legal battle, the U.S. Department of Justice and the State of Ohio have reached a settlement with the Cleveland Clinic. In...

Republican Congressman Max Miller seeks a second re-election while entangled in severe domestic abuse and child neglect allegations. Although local authorities deemed there to be insufficient evidence, his public image fell further after accusations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. While the U.S. House of Committee on Ethics has an ongoing investigation, Miller remains in the race and insists on clearing his name himself.

Max Miller refuses to leave congressional race amid abuse allegations

Maria Burrus, News Editor • September 4, 2026

This November, Ohio’s 7th Congressional District will be voting for a house representative. Republican Congressman Max Miller is up for his...

A Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) camera outside a retail store in Aurora, Colorado, on June 27, 2024.

Ohio lawmakers draft a bill to regulate Flock cameras in Ohio

Olivia Wen, Copy Editor • August 28, 2026

In response to privacy concerns regarding Flock camera data, Ohio State Senator Al Cutrona and Ohio State Representative Levi Dean are drafting...

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Step aside ‘Barbenheimer,’ it’s ‘Spidergrande’ season

Helen Cai, Layout Designer • September 4, 2026

The general public has been craving another “Barbenheimer,” an internet sensation over two concurrent theater releases, “Barbie” (2023)...

What to do this labor-free week(end): planeless edition

Anya Lin, Director of Business • September 4, 2026

Happy end to the second week of school, for Labor Day weekend is finally here. This weekend is always a very exciting time for the greater Cleveland...

Beach Weather, best known for "Sex, Drugs, Etc." recently performed at the Back to School Bash. They closed out this spirited night with this song as students gear up for the forthcoming school year.

UPB’s Back to School Bash: carnival games, music, etc.

Riya Kulkarni, Life Editor • September 4, 2026

After the syllabus shock that came with the first week of classes, students convened in East Bell Commons on Aug. 29 for five hours of carnival-themed...