Akron OH

Akron may not always be the first Ohio city people bring up in food conversations, but it has quietly become a really rewarding place to eat. You will find longtime Italian favorites, classic steakhouses, lively casual spots, and a growing mix of restaurants that bring plenty of personality to the table.

MEDINA COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The jury trial for one of two Northeast Ohio law enforcement officers indicted for unlawfully detaining a man they thought was in the country illegally, is scheduled to begin in Medina County Court of Common Pleas Monday. Cleveland Police Detective Donald Kopchak is charged with...

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The 51-year-old Avon contractor who pleaded guilty to two schemes that totaled nearly $3 million, was sentenced in Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Monday to four to five years in prison. Jeffrey Crawford is the owner of Cleveland Custom Homes. In February, Crawford pleaded guilty...

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 @ 11:30 PM - Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 AM. We invite you to join us for the April Lunch and Learn, part of the Small Business Program event series featuring events and resources aimed at supporting the growth and success of small businesses in Greater Akron. Held monthly, each event...

Families looking for a hands-on weekend adventure can climb aboard a popular interactive event returning to downtown Akron next month.

Summit County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid openings from big names and local favorites. Whether you’re a hands-on technician or a team leader, there’s something here worth a look.

State routes 82 and 88 in northeast Portage County will be resurfaced during a project starting April 6, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation. ODOT said the project is estimated to be completed in late September. Motorists should expect various lane restrictions along the following routes: State...

Lake Center Christian School invites the community to gather for a special milestone as it hosts its 40th annual auction on Saturday, April 18, from 5-8 p.m. in the school’s main gym. This year’s theme, “We Are God’s Handiwork,” reflects Ephesians 2:10: “We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ...

Love Our Community in Hartville has received a $2,500 donation from Spectrum through its employee-driven Spectrum Employee Community Grants program. The grant, nominated by Spectrum employee Rudy Collins, will support renovations to the organization’s Love Our Community Mission Hub, a central space designed to serve...

Homeschoolers ages 12 and up are invited to join the Teen Homeschool Book Club at the Barberton Public Library Teen Room. The group will meet on March 24, April 14, April 28, and May 12, 2026, from 10:30–11:30 a.m. to discuss Warcross by Marie Lu, focusing on chapters 15 through the end.