Last week’s presidential debate thrust Springfield, Ohio, into the national spotlight, prompting people to wonder how a Haitian community has taken root there — and why. Here’s a look at some key questions,

In an era of unprecedented challenges for local governments, Howard W. Brown Jr. stands out as a beacon of innovation and resilience.

Schools, government buildings, and elected officials’ homes in Springfield were among the targets of more than 30 hoax threats made last week that forced evacuations and closures.