In one week, voters will decide on a slew of important issues with outcomes that will ripple across the state and the city for decades to come. Signal Cleveland reporters stepped up to help you sort out the facts before you fill in the ballot bubbles.

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Issue 1: Add reproductive rights to Ohio’s constitution

Will the real Issue 1 please stand up? Yes, this is the second time an Issue 1 has been on the statewide ballot this year. We have the rundown on what this vote would mean for abortion access in Ohio.

Issue 1

FAQ: Issue 1, the proposed constitutional amendment that would ensure reproductive rights in Ohio

The amendment would guarantee the right to contraception, fertility treatment, miscarriage care and abortion.

by Frank W. Lewis October 9, 2023November 7, 2023

How Issue 1 could change access to abortion in Ohio

The passage of Issue 1 would guarantee abortion access up to ‘fetal viability;’ if the issue fails, the state’s contested ‘heartbeat bill’ could restrict nearly all abortions.

by Candice Wilder October 19, 2023October 20, 2023

The Issue 1 ‘ballot summary’ controversy explained

Proponents of the reproductive rights amendment say voters are being misled, but the Ohio Supreme Court mostly disagreed.

by Frank W. Lewis October 9, 2023November 7, 2023

Issue 2: Hey, man. Smoking pot legally is on the ballot

Medical marijuana has been available for years. Is legal weed for adults next?

Issue 2

Issue 2 would legalize recreational marijuana- here’s what that means 

If passed, Ohio would be 25th state to legalize cannabis.

by Stephanie Casanova October 17, 2023November 29, 2023

How Issue 2 would affect people currently facing marijuana charges

Though new programs might help those with previous possession records, people charged with certain marijuana crimes won’t immediately benefit.

by Stephanie Casanova October 26, 2023November 29, 2023

How Issue 2 proposes to help small businesses in the marijuana industry

Many small businesses, including those that are Black-owned, say they haven’t benefited from the medical marijuana industry but think the legalization of recreational marijuana holds promise.

by Olivera Perkins October 30, 2023November 2, 2023

Issue 38: It’s up to Clevelanders to decide on a ‘People’s Budget’

Do city residents want a seat at the budget table? Or should those decisions remain with elected City Council members?

Issue 38

Issue 38: How much residents would have to spend and what the People’s Budget could pay for

Cleveland residents can vote on what’s being called the People’s Budget from now through Nov. 7.

by Anastazia Vanisko October 16, 2023October 16, 2023

Issue 38: Who would run a People’s Budget process?

Cleveland residents can vote on what’s being called the People’s Budget from now through Nov. 7.

by Anastazia Vanisko October 16, 2023October 16, 2023

Issue 38: How residents would pitch People’s Budget ideas and vote for them 

Cleveland residents can vote on what’s being called the People’s Budget from now through Nov. 7.

by Anastazia Vanisko October 16, 2023October 16, 2023

Issue 38 debaters used the same study to prove points about voter engagement. Who was right?

Taking part in participatory budgeting in New York City led to more voting, especially among Black voters.

by April Urban October 4, 2023October 5, 2023

Issue 5: Upping taxpayer support for Tri-C

Tri-C levy

Tri-C seeks modest tax increase through Issue 5 on November ballot

President Michael Baston says the college continues to train future first responders, manufacturing workers and others by offering affordable education options.

by Amy Morona October 4, 2023November 7, 2023

Tri-C wants to put a levy on November’s ballot. Here’s how much it could cost Cuyahoga County property owners. 

Property taxes make up the biggest chunk of Tri-C’s primary revenue.

by Amy Morona July 3, 2023October 3, 2023

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