Akron is gearing up for its 42nd St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 8. The parade will feature floats, bands, and community groups, and festivities will include a pre-parade breakfast.

Cleveland State University prepares for its annual giving day on February 27, encouraging community support for campus programs through collective donations.

Mentor announces its February schedule, including the City Council meeting, Democracy Day, and the new Fire Chief's swearing-in. Events include the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, Safety Town registration, a job fair, and a bridal boutique event.

The Akron Police Department celebrated National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, highlighting the multifaceted role of SROs in schools, which includes law enforcement, counseling, and education.

A 3-year-old girl left at Cuyahoga County's Child Services has been identified, and efforts to reunite her with her family are ongoing. Her identity was unknown after being dropped off with little background information.

Cleveland Police seek help identifying a suspect in a February 8 vehicle theft. They shared a photo on social media and urged tips to Detective Krakowski.

Two Cleveland Water Department workers were struck by a hit-and-run driver while repairing a water main. The older worker was critically injured, and the younger had minor injuries. The driver was arrested, and the vehicle was located.

The Cleveland Guardians will launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service in 2025. The service will offer blackout-free access to around 150 games and offer subscription options at $99.99 for the season or $19.99 monthly.

West Park Elementary in Ravenna will close due to declining enrollment, aligning with a district consolidation plan. Students will transfer to Willyard Elementary School.

An elderly woman died in a house fire exacerbated by hoarding conditions in Cleveland. Firefighters' efforts were hindered by clutter, with the fire causing an estimated $210,000 in damages.

Akron is inviting public input on new crowd management policies following a lawsuit settlement. A forum is scheduled, and consultant Spencer Fomby is aiding the process.

The ODNR and its division received multiple awards at the OPRA Conference, with Director Mary Mertz inducted into the Hall of Fame and Heather Bokman earning the Jack Hanna Award.

The University of Akron ends funding for the 'Rethinking Race' forum in response to Trump's executive order targeting DEI initiatives, which affects campus programming and sparks diverse reactions among students and faculty.