‘A very happy dog’: Akron family reunites with dog after months-long search
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - A dog was reunited with its owner after it went missing last August. The Akron Police Department shared a heartwarming post on Facebook Monday of Zeus reuniting with his family who was determined to find him. After more than seven months of tirelessly searching, Zeus was...
6 Northeast Ohio counties under Flood Warnings
Flood Warnings are in place for Richland, Ashland, Wayne, Holmes, Stark, Tuscarawas, Carroll and Lorain counties.
Interview: Best friend who narrowly avoided death after Akron double murder speaks out
An Akron woman, who narrowly avoided death after witnessing the brutal murders of her best friend and that friend's 12-year-old son, decided on Tuesday to speak exclusively with FOX 8 News.
And then there were 4. Vote for Akron restaurant with best burger
The final four selections for our best burger in Akron are here. Last week, we announced our Elite Eight , and after a week of voting, more than 2,700 people narrowed our competition down to the Top 4 restaurants in the city with the best burger. Heavy hitters like Swensons and Bob's Hamburg easily beat out their...
Akron police officer resigns amid domestic violence probe, investigations into other incidents
An Akron police officer resigned in February amid three separate internal investigations, ending a 14-month tenure marked by violent incidents caught on video, outbursts against colleagues and bystanders and repeated policy violations, according to documents obtained by Signal Akron. Officer Samuel Putnam’s...
‘I’m vulnerable!’: While looking for connections, there were red flags
A heartbreaking story coming out of Akron, as an elderly man said he was just trying to create long-term relationships when he lost thousands of dollars.
Man Found Guilty of Lesser Charges in Traffic Deaths of East Canton Couple
AKRON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – A Summit County man has been found guilty of lesser misdemeanor charges in a bench trial in Akron in the traffic deaths of an East Canton couple back in October of 2023. Summit County Common Pleas Judge Kathryn Michael on Monday found...
Akron City Council requests more look back time on APD body-worn cameras
AKRON, Ohio — Akron was one of the first police departments in Ohio to equip its officers with body-worn cameras. For the cameras to be used successfully, the officer must turn it on in the heat of the moment. There is a risk the officer might turn it on after the start of the crucial incident.
East Trailers Accelerates Growth with New Manufacturing Line Expansion
Investment in Randolph will create 175 new jobs, strengthening local impact and boosting production capacity to meet rising demand. East Trailers LLC, a leading supplier of trailers to the North America commercial vehicle market, is fueling its next phase of growth with a major expansion that will increase production...
Planners unveil vision of redeveloped Quaker Square in downtown Akron
AKRON, Ohio — Akron's iconic Quaker Square may be getting a dramatic makeover. Renderings shared with 3News show plans to turn the former grain silos into a "modern mixed-use destination, while preserving its historic character and architectural identity." That vision includes adding glass features, open walkways,...
