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
‘Blair Witch Project’ cast coming to Canton
A one-of-a-kind experience is coming to Northeast Ohio.
Police investigate shooting at Summit County McDonald’s
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Police officers are investigating a shooting at the McDonald’s in Barberton. Police were called to the restaurant in the 500 block of W. Tuscarawas Ave. around 1:30 p.m. 19 News has learned at least one suspect is in custody. At this time, there is...
Sheriff’s office search for missing Stark County woman
STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing woman. According to a Facebook post, 26-year-old Chelsea Jackson was last seem at 6:30 a.m. Monday in the 500 block of Baumford Road SE in Canton Township. Deputies said...
Portage County Sheriff’s Office addresses social media post, alleges harassment by felon
PORTAGE COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The Portage County Sheriff’s Office released an official statement Monday regarding a circulating social media post. According to the release, on August 26 at the Portage County Randolph Fair, an individual, who the sheriff’s office said is a recently convicted felon, and his young son ent
At Akron’s Cascade Village, residents see improvements but still want answers
The grounds at Cascade Village are better maintained since the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority acquired the complex in April, resident Jeanne Parker said. “The maintenance girls, they are phenomenal,” said Parker, 69, who has lived here for 11 years. For other residents, changes have been harder to see. Before...
NEXT Top Talent Award returns to celebrate trucking’s rising stars under 30
The trucking industry spends a lot of time talking about how to attract the next generation. The NEXT Top Talent Award focuses on something just
Stark Parks announces September programs
Stark Parks has announced a full schedule of programs and events throughout September, with activities ranging from hiking challenges and guided nature walks to concerts, kayaking, beekeeping and family-friendly festivals. The annual Stark Exploring Hiking Challenge begins Sept. 1. Participants who complete at least ei
