Akron Public Schools’ safety director placed on leave after employee alleges he became ‘physical’
An Akron Public Schools employee has filed a complaint against their supervisor — Al Jones, the district’s director of safety and security — alleging he “lost control of his temper” during a meeting, resulting in a brief physical altercation. Superintendent Mary Outley told Signal Akron...
Heat wave prompts school closures, schedule changes
A handful of local schools are closing or adjusting schedules as temperatures are expected to hit concerning levels over the next couple of days.
Northwest H.S. band director, instrumental teacher resigns amid police investigation
CANAL FULTON, Ohio (WOIO) — The Northwest Local Schools Board of Education held a special meeting this morning to accept the resignation of the high school’s instrumental teacher and marching band director. The resignation is effective September 2, 2026, according to documents listed on the Board of Education’s...
Around Brimfield: The long-awaited opening of the Kame-Esker Bog
Along with the rest of the country, I am saddened at the passing of Dolly Parton. Last August, my daughters and I flew to Nashville to see the premier of “Dolly, A True Original Musical”, which was a tune-up for the show that is opening in December on Broadway. I learned so much about Dolly’s life and came away with gr
Summit County restroom vandal caught on camera, deputies say
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The Summit County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help identifying a vandalism suspect. Investigators said a man was caught on camera carrying a fire extinguisher into the restroom building at Greensburg Park in Green early Wednesday morning. He then damaged the inside and...
Woman finds a burglar in her home: Medina Police Blotter
A resident reported returning home at 4:16 p.m. Aug. 28 and finding an unknown woman inside the house. The woman was arrested for burglary and was taken to the Medina County Jail. Dog bite, Broadway Street. Police responded to a report of a boy being bitten by a dog at...
First Labor Day sobriety checkpoint announced in Northeast Ohio
The first sobriety checkpoint for Labor Day weekend in Northeast Ohio has been announced.
Man found dead on vacant Lorain property identified: Detectives
Lorain police detectives have identified the body of a man who was found on a vacant property earlier this month.
Fire breaks out at home on West Exchange Street in Akron
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron fire made quick work of a fire at a home in Akron Monday afternoon. Crews were called to the scene of the fire located at 699 West Exchange Street about 12:30 p.m. When firefighters arrived on scene, there was smoke coming from the front of...
How 4 Black women entrepreneurs are improving health in Greater Akron
Four local wellness professionals are taking a collaborative approach to health, bringing mental, physical and emotional wellness together in one Fairlawn space. For the women behind Regenerative Self-Care & Wellness, wellness starts with looking at the whole person. It means having access to care that addresses differ
