Haiti

Even though Temporary Protected Status was extended for Haiti, driver licenses still had expirations for Feb. 3.

The Trump administration is appealing a decision by a federal judge, which allowed Temporary Protected Status for Haiti to continue while a lawsuit plays out.

Springfield city schools dismissed early and downtown roads briefly closed as the threat was investigated.

In Columbus, protesters are gathering Saturday at 1 p.m. in Goodale Park to stand with Haitians and other immigrants and oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Organizers in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Yellow Springs, Dayton, Akron and Toledo also have events planned.

While the Trump administration appeals a ruling extending legal status for Haitians, Gov. Mike DeWine said the state of Ohio is working on how to help their kids.

With their protected status still in effect, many Haitians in Ohio can breathe a sigh of relief...for now. But a court battle over the issue will continue.

WYSO spoke with Dayton immigration lawyer Karen Bradley to learn what legal options exist for Haitians beyond temporary protected status, which is at risk.

In Springfield, many Haitians say their anxiety is lessening in the wake of a federal judge’s ruling. Monday night, a judge allowed Temporary Protected Status to continue for Haitians while a lawsuit plays out.

Columbus city leaders and many who support immigrant communities spoke Tuesday at a press conference supporting Haitian refugees in Columbus. The speakers were critical of the Trump administration and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A ruling from a federal judge yesterday keeps Temporary Protected Status in place for Haitians, including thousands in the Springfield area.