A phishing scam is circulating that mimics BZBA invoices; North Olmsted advises residents to verify messages with City Hall at 440-777-8000.

A contract tweak and June 1 cap math have reignited trade chatter around Myles Garrett, even as the Browns publicly insist he's a franchise fixture.

Organizers say the two‑day Puerto Rican Day festival is on hold this year while leadership is restructured; a scaled‑down parade is planned for Aug. 2.

A man reportedly threatened a neighbor with a gun and then barricaded himself near South Berger and Nassau in Canton, prompting a multi-agency police response.

A man has died after a hit-and-run on Hudson Drive in Bethlehem Township. Troopers say a light-colored four-door sedan left the scene and the investigation is ongoing.

Four dogs were left in a Mount Pleasant backyard; city animal-control has the animals and is asking the public for tips to identify the owner.

Ohio's high court reinstated the felony‑murder conviction for the driver who struck Cleveland firefighter Johnny Tetrick, finding the record supported 'knowing' conduct.

After a failed 1.5% income‑tax measure, Wadsworth City Schools outlined cuts that would raise elementary class sizes, pause Chromebook replacements and eliminate dozens of positions.

A 29-year-old man was found shot to death on Kenmore Boulevard in Akron Wednesday morning, police are searching for witnesses and video.

Mostly sunny and dry through next week with highs in the 70s. Expect a brisk north breeze and choppy lake conditions at times.

Students at Valley Forge High have launched "Forge Strong" to refresh the cafeteria and courtyard after an April tragedy, raising money and gathering volunteers. The effort is student-led and community-backed.

Stark County says its 9‑1‑1 lines are down, county dispatchers are answering calls at (330) 430‑3800, then press 0. Text‑to‑911 may work where available.

Raw sewage spilled into a Cleveland apartment Tuesday; residents recorded the incident and called for city inspections to determine who’s responsible.