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Statehouse proposals to force cooperation with ICE decried by Akron City Council

Akronโ€™s mayor and City Council are opposing four proposed state laws that would require agencies such as the Akron Police Department โ€” and other entities like hospitals and schools โ€”ย to cooperate with the enforcement of federal civil immigration laws. At-large Council Member Jeff Fusco railed against the bills as an affront to Akronโ€™s right toโ€ฆ

Public safety and its entwinement with public health are top concerns for Akron residents, affecting their everyday well-being and their ability to thrive and feel safe in their community. Weโ€™ll dig deep into issues such as criminal justice, gun safety, climate change and resiliency, among others, all with an eye toward solutions.

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