Portage Lakes Polar Bear Jump participants raise funds for food bank
Registration is open for the Portage Lakes Polar Bear Jump that raises funds for the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank . Participants will jump into the icy waters at the Portage Lakes State Park beach off of Manchester Road for the Feb. 28 event. The fundraising goal for the 22nd annual jump is $125,000. Those who...
Ohio Homeowners Warning January: Winter Fire Risks in Cleveland, Parma
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Columbus, OH – With January in full swing and winter far from over, fire officials are urging Ohio homeowners to re-check common household hazards that can trigger fires during the coldest stretch of the...
Stark County community gives back with pop up grocery market
A community in Canton gave back to its community on Saturday. A pop-up grocery market was held to support families in their hometown.
Doctors outline symptoms to help prevent spread of measles in Ohio, Kentucky
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Doctors are asking people to make sure they know the symptoms of measles to help prevent the spread of the virus after outbreaks in Ohio and Kentucky. While there have been very few cases of measles reported so far, even one is considered an outbreak because of how easily it jumps from person to...
Newton Falls antique store decorates for America250
A Newton Falls antique store has decorated its front window as part of a celebration of America's 250th birthday. Tom Colosimo, a co-owner of the Fieldview Acres Mercantile antique store located at 36 West Broad Street in Newton Falls, shared the above picture with 21 News on Friday, January 9.
How This Locally-Owned Mom-and-Pop Pizza Joint Won Hearts in Akron, OH
Downtown Akron found its newest obsession in summer 2021 when this cannabis-themed mom-and-pop pizza joint opened with a groovy vibe and seriously creative pies. 🍕. Totally Baked Pizza serves slow-baked pan-style pizza that’s highly edible but definitely NOT infused, drawing crowds with clever menu names and flavor...
Strongsville high school student brings gun to school, faces disciplinary action
A Strongsville High School student is facing disciplinary action after bringing a firearm on school grounds Friday, according to Superintendent Dr. Cameron Ryba.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for 4 Northeast Ohio counties
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for three Northeast Ohio counties Sunday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
Endangered Lake Sturgeon released in 3 Ohio rivers
COLUMBUS – Reintroduction efforts for state-endangered lake sturgeon expanded to the Cuyahoga, Sandusky, and Scioto rivers in 2025, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. As part of a large, regional partnership, the 6- to 8-inch-long juvenile sturgeon were released in the...
Former police officer sentenced to prison for attacking a handcuffed man and falsifying police...
News 5 Cleveland investigator Scott Noll reports that a former East Cleveland police officer walked into court hoping to avoid prison, but walked out in handcuffs.
