Akron's next Tumble Together event offers free laundry to residents on May 20, with the mayor highlighting its success in aiding families with this basic necessity.

Cuyahoga County Invest in Children honored contributors to early childhood development at their annual meeting, with individual and team awards for innovation and service.

The National Weather Service in Cleveland predicts mostly mild weather for Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania, with a cold front approaching but not causing significant disturbance.

The NOVFTF arrested three homicide suspects in three days, including Jaylin Tyler, Anthony Ortiz, and Quinterious Parker, for separate violent incidents.

Springfield Township Police welcomed Officer Dan Fidoe, boasting a military background and advanced degrees in Criminal Justice, alongside 19 years in law enforcement including SWAT experience.

The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo welcomed an endangered Matschie's tree kangaroo joey, born to first-time parents and behind the scenes for bonding. The species faces severe threats in the wild.

Mayfield Heights hosts a Shredding & Recycling Day for residents to dispose of recyclables and small electronics responsibly.

New Scam Squad Guide launched in Cuyahoga County to educate seniors about scams; available in print and online, with support for those who need help accessing a copy.

Veteran firefighter Phil Ketchum retired from the Cleveland Division of Fire after 31 years, known for his HazMat service and admired for his camaraderie.

The NWS in Cleveland predicts that the current low-pressure system will move east and bring rain before clearing up, with fluctuating temperatures and a potential for brief showers midweek, then a dry weekend with warmer weather.

One woman was severely injured, and another is charged after a stabbing and pitbull attack in an Akron neighborhood. Nicole Posey, 51, is wanted for felonious assault.

Verizon partners with Cleveland State University to launch a new learning center in Northeast Ohio, providing free tutoring and support for K-12, college students, adult learners, and small business owners.

Columbia Middle School's 5th graders graduated from the D.A.R.E. program, learning to resist drugs and violence, with a ceremony attended by local officials and an essay contest winner honored.