Akron man indicted in crash that killed Shaker Heights teacher
CLEVELAND, Ohio — An Akron man is charged in connection with a suspected drunken-driving crash that killed a 26-year-old Shaker Heights elementary school teacher. Quintin Walton, of Akron, is charged with felony aggravated vehicular homicide and misdemeanor operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol in th
5 students charged with assault after fight at Massillon school dance
Five students, four from the Massillon City Schools District, were charged with assault after they “jumped” another student outside of a school dance on Saturday, Sept. 26, according to a police report obtained by FOX 8 News.
End to E-Checks could be coming to Northeast Ohio
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Tuesday that he has directed Ohio EPA to begin the process of ending the vehicle emissions testing program in seven local counties, including Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Summit.
Spooktacular Announcement: Halloween Loop 2026 is Here!
Eleven ready-to-drive trick-or-treat loops across Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana, Portage, and Stark counties, grouped by neighborhood so a family can hit every address on a loop without crisscrossing the county. Tap a button and Google Maps opens with the whole route mapped out, stop to stop. Travel at your own risk:.
60th Ohio Mart at Stan Hywet Oct. 1-4
Over 150 juried artisans will be part of the 60th annual Ohio Mart coming to Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens at 714 N. Portage Path in Akron from Oct. 1 to Oct. 4. In addition to handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, textiles, fine art, leather goods, photography, home décor and culinary products, the fundraiser features
Altman named chair of Akron Children’s board
Akron Children’s mission had resonated with Louis Altman for quite some time. Not only does the Canton native love children and wants to ensure every youth is happy and healthy, but he is also passionate about the Northeast Ohio community. So, joining the Akron Children’s Foundation board of directors...
‘Advanced deterioration:’ Long-term solution needed for State Route 82 Bridge: ODOT
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) officials said recent inspections of the State Route 82 bridge had “identified advanced deterioration in key structural components.”. According to ODOT, ongoing maintenance efforts have addressed urgent deficiencies, but a long-term solution is neede
Medina prepares for asphalt resurfacing of US 42
MEDINA, Ohio – City officials encourage motorists to look for updated information on the city’s website as work continues on the US 42 resurfacing program. “Concrete work is continuing at the intersection of Lafayette Road and Friendship Street. That work is expected to be complete by the end of next week,” City Engine
Tallmadge City Schools places 1% earned income tax on November ballot amid financial crisis...
TALLMADGE, Ohio — Tallmadge City Schools is asking voters for additional funding for the third time in a year, but after voters rejected two property tax levies, district leaders are taking a different approach. A 1% earned income tax will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot. The district estimates...
Akron City Council delays vote on changes to residential zoning
Akron City Council has decided to take some time to consider a proposal for changing a residential zoning requirement intended to make it easier to build new housing. Councilmember Donnie Kammer, chair of the planning and development committee, said Monday that the committee would like to take a week or two to "digest"

















