Akron OH

You know the phrase…behind every successful man stands a pretty special woman? Nothing more true than the one who taught me to type and set me on my path as a writer at Akron East High School. (Ed. Note: A reader of the site recently wrote to ask what...

In the unassuming town of Brunswick, Ohio, there exists a culinary treasure that has locals and visitors alike following their noses to a humble establishment where the aroma of garlic and fried potatoes creates an irresistible siren call. The Cleveland Dog House might be named for its impressive hot dogs,...

A 27-year-old man died after being hit by an Ohio State Highway Patrol cruiser early Sunday.

In recognition of innovative initiatives that strengthen community services, Cuyahoga County has been honoured with two Achievement Awards by the National Association of Counties (NACo) for the year 2025. The awards were bestowed upon the county's Child Wellness Campus, known as the H.O.P.E Campus, and the Toxicology...

AKRON, Ohio — Nearly 300 boys and girls from across the United States, Canada and Japan converged on Derby Downs in Akron on Saturday for the 87th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby. Young competitors raced in three divisions – Stock Car, Super Stock and Masters – as they competed...

Authorities seek community response in the grim quest to identify those involved in a recent school shooting. In a sobering call to action, the department took to social media, requesting the public's aid in piecing together an incident that shook the city on July 7. The Akron Police Department is...

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — Heading to see Cynthia Erivo or Laufey at Blossom Music Center this summer? Leave the beer, big bags and elaborate picnics at home. Strict new food and drink restrictions will be in effect for both concerts, marking a significant departure from the typically relaxed rules of the Cleveland...

The Jackson Township Police Department in Stark County, Ohio, is seeking the public's assistance in identifying an individual related to an ongoing investigation. Officer Vanvoorhis is seeking assistance, and the department has made a clear plea via social media for anyone with information to step forward. The police...

A Springfield Township man was arrested after allegedly threatening a witness in an ongoing case in Aurora. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } According to a Facebook post on the Portage County Sheriff's Office's page, the Detective Bureau received a request from the Portage County...

MEDINA, Ohio – Roughly 325 people gathered on Medina Square July 17 to make their voices heard and to celebrate the life of civil rights activist and U.S. Congressman John Lewis. “We had a pretty nice turnout,” said Mosie Welch of Medina County Indivisible, the group that organized the...