Akron observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day with closed city offices, delayed trash service, and events at the Akron Art Museum, Akron Urban League, and Akron Zoo. Mayor Malik comments on King's legacy and justice.

Three children, aided by a neighbor, escaped a fire in Akron by jumping from a second-story window. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, and the Red Cross assisted the family.

Federal funding has been allocated for the Cleveland Lakefront Project, aimed at enhancing accessibility to Lake Erie and sparking economic growth through the addition of parks, paths, and business opportunities.

Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office announces the 2025 spring session of the Citizens Academy program, which educates residents about forensic science and death investigations.

The article informs EasyPay users that their property tax installment will be automatically deducted on January 15. Non-users have until February 20 to pay. It offers several payment methods and details the EasyPay sign-up process.

Cleveland Police seek help to find missing 15-year-old Matthew Brown, last seen in the West 25th Street area, wearing a black hoodie and green sweatshirt. Contact 216-621-1234 with info.

The Cleveland area is preparing for snow, and a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued. Forecasters expect up to four inches and warn of commute impacts and lake-effect snow extending into the weekend.

Emergency sirens were tested at 11:00 a.m. on January 8, 2025, in Lake, Ashtabula, and Geauga counties to ensure readiness in case of a crisis at the Perry Power Plant.

A woman in Ohio, Deborah Davis, died after her car hit a guardrail on Route 93. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the solo crash, where alcohol was not involved, and the victim was seatbelted.

A Cleveland man died after his car hit an ODOT snow plow on I-90. He was not wearing a seatbelt. This is part of a more significant trend of winter accidents in Ohio.

A Cleveland woman, 25, died after her car hit a median and was struck by a tractor-trailer on the WV Turnpike.

North Olmsted Police increase patrols in school zones due to speeding and crosswalk violations, emphasizing safety and enforcement of the 20-mph limit during school hours.

The Cleveland Browns fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey and offensive line coach Andy Dickerson after a 3-14 season with poor offensive performance.