Solon native lands dream role in ‘The Lion King’ at Playhouse Square
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Growing up in Solon, Robb Sapp dreamed of a career in musical theater. As a teenager, he would see shows at Playhouse Square and wait at the stage door afterward, hoping to meet the actors and wondering if he’d ever perform there. Finally, after two decades...
Between Columbus And Youngstown Is Ohio’s Demolished Military Fort Site That Now Offers A...
While New England has a veritable monopoly on American Revolutionary War history, Ohio played a significant role in the War for Independence. Today, visitors can broaden their understanding of this pivotal time in U.S. history by visiting Fort Laurens, Ohio's only Revolutionary War-era fort. Constructed in 1778, Fort L
Fatal crash leaves 18-year-old dead in Ohio, alcohol suspected factor
NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH (WTRF) – The New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash. The crash occurred on June 28, 2026, at approximately 7:53 p.m. The crash occurred on County Road 103 North Orchard Road at Township Road 1277 Northwood Avenue in Lawrence Township, Tusca
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with jeep in Medina County
The Medina County Sheriff's Office is investigating a crash Sunday morning that left a motorcyclist dead.
Heat Advisory issued for Northeast Ohio counties this week
Temperatures are climbing this week, and the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for most of News 5's viewing area.
Man alleges his neighbor shot his cat: Medina Police Blotter
A resident reported his neighbor shot his cat at 7:42 p.m. There was no further information at the time of the report. Police responded to a private property crash at 6:26 p.m. June 28 involving an elderly woman who drove her car into a building. There was no further information at the time of the report.
Akron, Canton to activate cooling centers as heat, humidity arrive
As a heat dome moves east into northern Ohio this week, the City of Akron announced it will activate a cooling center for residents in need.
Scattered PM Storms Develop Across Central and Southeast Ohio Sunday With Low to Mid...
COLUMBUS, OHIO — Highs across Ohio on Sunday will range from the low to mid 80s statewide, with scattered afternoon storms expected to develop across parts of Central and Southeast Ohio during the afternoon hours. Future temperature guidance valid at 3:00 p.m. Sunday shows Columbus and Springfield reaching 85 and 84 de
Hidden history of Akron: Original hamburger, ice cream cone presses return home
The artifacts were returned to Menches Brothers Restaurant in Green by Gary Sterling, whose great-grandfather was Frank Menches.
Police arrest North Olmsted woman wanted for attempted murder: Brunswick Police Blotter
Police were advised by North Olmsted Police June 3 to be on the lookout for a vehicle owned by a North Olmsted woman wanted for attempted murder. Brunswick Police located the vehicle at Laurel Square and the suspect was taken into custody. A methamphetamine pipe was also found inside the vehicle and the woman was cited
