Akron OH

Akron has awarded nearly $400,000 in grants to businesses and entrepreneurs across the city as part of the latest round of funding for its Great Streets Akron Initiative. The businesses will use the money either to support general operations and business development or for exterior improvements. Trinmax Freight...

Michael Bradisse was last seen on December 28 around 10:30 a.m.

CANTON, Ohio (WJW) – A cat that took up residence in the parking lot of the Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) is marking a new chapter. The cat was abandoned in the parking lot of the airport several months ago, according to airport officials. Workers named him “CAK” and began caring...

In the heart of Akron, Ohio, Swensons Drive-In isn’t just a burger joint, it’s a local legend. For generations, families and friends have lined up under its neon lights, drawn by the irresistible aroma of sizzling patties and golden fries. This isn’t a place for quick bites; it’s...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Every day in Northeast Ohio, motorists nearly trade paint because of the same scenario. A vehicle is parked on one side of a two-lane road, but drivers are heading in both directions at the same time. Thinking they have the right of way, neither stops. After...

BRUNSWICK HILLS, Ohio (WOIO) - A missing 69-year-old Brunswick Hills woman was found dead in Huron County after she was last seen Sunday. According to police, Dawn Ann Miller, 69, was last seen leaving Wood Rose Drive in Brunswick Hills around noon on Sunday. On Wednesday morning, police said Miller...

Congresswoman Shontel Brown touted the impact of her office’s casework on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, noting that in the past year, her team helped return over $12 million to constituents in northeast Ohio. The support ranged from assistance with Social Security benefits to help navigating IRS and VA matters.

(WJW) – A reclusive animal has been spotted recently in Northeast Ohio. According to the Ohio Division of Wildlife, there were two reported sightings of American badgers on trail cameras in Ashland and Sandusky counties. Badgers are nocturnal, solitary animals. The burrowing predator can hide itself quickly if alarmed.

OHIO — A man and a woman were taken into custody Wednesday following a standoff with police in Ravenna that investigators say began with the assault and robbery of another man. According to the Ravenna Police Department, officers were alerted around 6:45 a.m. when a 33-year-old man arrived at the police station...

SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Summit County residents can get a free ride to ring in 2026, thanks to the Arrive Alive, a campaign that hopes to keep drunk drivers off the roads. The program aims to keep the roads safe as families gather during the New Year’s holiday.