Akron OH

The City of Akron has confirmed it intends to demolish Firestone Plant #1 in its entirety after rejecting a proposal to turn it into the new police headquarters. The police headquarters proposal was the only one the city received in a last-ditch effort to find someone willing to redevelop the 115-year-old building....

A man was sentenced to life in prison for the stabbing murder of a man in Akron, the Summit County Prosecutor's Office announced Friday.

Three former leaders of a Western Pennsylvania-based medical organization have pleaded guilty to defrauding the nonprofit of millions of dollars, the Department of Justice says.

A recent social media post has sparked a wave of nostalgia among locals, as it brought up memories of a beloved Italian grocery store from the 70s. The store, named "Frustacci's," was situated near the current Pizza Oven location on the 3100 block of W Tusc. It was known for being run by two Italian women who spoke...

An Akron man who pleaded guilty to placing a hidden camera inside the bathroom of a Hocking Hills cabin was sentenced beyond the recommended prison term agreed upon by opposing counsel.

One of the area’s most spectacular holiday traditions kicks off this weekend.

NOPEC has released its Standard Program pricing for Enbridge Gas Ohio customers. The rates apply to meter readings from January to May 2026. Customers can also choose 12-month and 24-month Fixed Term plans or a Monthly Variable Rate. For more information or to compare rates, customers can contact NOPEC's Customer...

An Akron neighborhood that suffered major damage in a June 2023 fire is taking big steps toward a comeback, and a local business owner is helping lead the transformation.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — While Thanksgiving tends to be associated with home cooking, not everyone is excited about cooking or able to spend the holiday making an elaborate festive meal at home. Thankfully, regardless of your plans or lack thereof on Nov. 27, many Northeast Ohio restaurants remain open on...

GARRETTSVILLE, Ohio — Please ponder the pickle. What began as a preservation method more than 4,000 years ago has become not only an American staple, but a booming industry. And while pickles have always had a loyal following, their popularity today is positively brined and booming. According to Pickle...