State Officials: Controlled release of chemicals successfully completed in East Palestine Feb 06, 2023 As flames and smoke filled into the sky in East Palestine on late Monday afternoon, Norfolk Southern, fire officials and other departments completed a breach of five rail cars to release chemicals.… more Crews warn of ‘grave danger of death’ as officials prepare for controlled release of chemicals in EP Feb 06, 2023 In new developments in East Palestine, there is an order to evacuate the area as officials plan to conduct a controlled release of chemicals that are aboard the Norfolk Southern train that derailed Friday… more Urgent evacuation notice issued for East Palestine residents; explosion possible Feb 05, 2023 East Palestine officials and the Columbiana County EMA Director have issued an urgent evacuation notice to those who live within a mile radius of the train derailment. The urgent evacuation comes after… more Latest: One person arrested for getting too close to train derailment scene, EP schools closed on Monday Feb 05, 2023 As of Sunday afternoon, East Palestine remains in a State of Emergency, according to Mayor Trent Conaway. City officials also say a mandatory evacuation/stay in place order remains in effect within… more One killed in Kensington house fire Sunday morning Feb 05, 2023 Area crews responded to a fully involved house fire around 5:45 Sunday morning in Kensington. According to Hanover Twp. Fire Chief Frank Baker, seven people - four adults and three children - were inside… more East Palestine declares State of Emergency following train derailment, fire Feb 04, 2023 The Village of East Palestine is under a State of Emergency after a train derailment caused a massive fire Friday night around 9:30 p.m. "A train going from Madison, IL to Conway, PA carrying multiple… more One killed in Akron apartment fire; seven displaced as Red Cross assists Feb 01, 2023 The Akron Fire Department responded to an apartment fire on Fleming Dr Tuesday evening around 6 p.m. When fire officials arrived to the scene, they discovered one adult died in the fire and three people… more 32-year-old man killed in Akron shooting, investigation ongoing Jan 24, 2023 The Akron Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting of a 32-year-old Tuesday evening. According to police, officers responded to the 800 block of Haynes Street for reports of a shooting. When… more Body of missing Canton man found in Norton Jan 12, 2023 An 11-day search for a missing Canton man has come to an end in Norton. Norton police believe a body located within the city is that of a Canton man who they believe was in a traffic crash in their… more DeWine signs bill to crack down on texting and driving in Ohio Jan 03, 2023 On Tuesday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 288, which significantly strengthens laws in Ohio related to the use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. The bill,… more Sports betting is live in Ohio; what do you need to know? Jan 01, 2023 Some Ohioans will be ringing in the new year by checking out sports betting, as it officially becomes legal Jan. 1, 2023. What should you know? When is virtual sports betting legal in Ohio? After… more AEP Ohio asking customers to reduce electricity use due to extreme cold Dec 24, 2022 AEP Ohio is asking customers to reduce electricity use as the region endures extremely cold temperatures which has created extraordinary demands on the power system. PJM Interconnection, the electricity… more At least four killed in pileup on Ohio turnpike Dec 23, 2022 Photo courtesy: Ohio State Highway Patrol. The Ohio State Highway Patrol has confirmed the death of four people as a result of a 40+ car pileup on the Ohio Turnpike Friday. Dozens of cars were involved… more Pedestrian killed in Akron hit-and-run accident Dec 23, 2022 The Akron Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run accident that left a man dead in the city. Thursday evening police were dispatched to E. Exchange St at Spicer St for reports of a pedestrian… more What you need to know ahead of the first winter storm of the season Dec 22, 2022 Story by Kelcey Norris Avoid getting snowed in and make sure to check if your township or city has a parking ban in place for the storm. Parking Bans: Plain Township residents will want… more What you need to know ahead of the first winter storm of the season Dec 22, 2022 Story by Kelcey Norris Avoid getting snowed in and make sure to check if your township or city has a parking ban in place for the storm. Parking Bans: Plain Township residents will want… more Zac Brown Band to headline 2023 Concert for Legends at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium Dec 12, 2022 Photo credit: Danny Clinch Zac Brown Band will headline the 2023 Concert for Legends presented by Ford as part of the multi-platinum and Grammy Award-winning recording artists’ national “From the… more 14-year-old in critical condition after being hit by car Nov 08, 2022 The Akron Police Department is investigating a vehicle vs. pedestrian accident that left a 14-year-old injured Monday evening. According to police, the teen was attempting to cross the street in the… more Ohio judge temporarily blocks six-week abortion ban; restoring access in the state Sep 14, 2022 Abortion access has been restored to women in the state of Ohio after a Hamilton County judge temporarily blocked Ohio's six-week abortion ban for the next 14 days. The judge's ruling will allow access… more 3-year-old hit and killed in Akron parking lot Aug 16, 2022 The Akron Police Department is investigating an accident that left a three-year-old girl dead Monday afternoon. Police say that a Honda CRV was stopped in a parking lot in the 1100 block of Palmetto… more East Canton, Sandy Valley among over 1,000 Ohio schools to receive state assistance for security upgrades Aug 02, 2022 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Tuesday that more than 1000 Ohio schools will receive state assistance to pay for security upgrades to enhance the safety of students and staff. Local schools… more 29-year-old woman killed on I-77 while walking on interstate Jul 20, 2022 A 29-year-old woman was killed Wednesday morning while walking on I-77 in Summit County, according to the Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office. Akron Police were first dispatched around 5:30 AM… more Ready to save some money? Ohio’s “tax-free” weekend approaching Jul 18, 2022 The dates for Ohio’s annual sales tax-free weekend have been set. The tax-free weekend will take place Friday, Aug. 5 from 12 a.m. to Sunday, Aug. 7 at 11:59 p.m. During the tax-free weekend, certain… more Second victim dies in Akron shooting that killed 4-year-old Friday night Jul 09, 2022 The Akron Police Department has confirmed that the 40-year-old male shooting victim from Friday night’s shooting on Princeton St has died. A 4-year-old girl was killed when a gunman opened fire into… more 4-year-old killed in Akron shooting, adult man left in critical condition Jul 09, 2022 A four-year-old little girl is dead and another man injured after some fired into a crowd of people in Akron’s Summit Lake neighborhood. The shooting occurred in the 700 block of Princeton Street… more WATCH: Akron Police repeatedly punch protester in face during arrest; 7 arrested Jul 07, 2022 Seven people were arrested by Akron Police during Wednesday night’s protest. The protests in response to the police shooting death of Jayland Walker started around noon Wednesday and remained peaceful… more 16 people killed on Ohio roadways over 4th of July holiday weekend Jul 06, 2022 The State Highway Patrol says 16 people were killed in 16 traffic accidents across Ohio over the four-day holiday weekend. That’s down from the 23 killed last year. Among those killed was motorcyclist… more Suspect shot, killed by police during foot pursuit in Akron Jun 27, 2022 A car chase turned foot pursuit has left a man dead and officers on paid administrative leave. Akron Police officers attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation at Thayer Ave and E. Tallmadge… more Ohio AG looks to impose Heartbeat Bill in light of Roe v. Wade ruling Jun 24, 2022 Reactions quickly surfaced following Friday morning's overturning of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court. Via a 6-3 decision, the court held that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to… more First ‘probable’ monkeypox case hits Ohio, health department says Jun 13, 2022 Ohio Department of Health director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff announced a probable case of monkeypox in the Buckeye State on Wednesday. Vanderhoff added the case was based on "preliminary testing" from the… more Ohio governor signs bill easing requirements for teachers to have guns in schools Jun 13, 2022 Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced on Monday that he has signed a bill into law that makes it easier for teachers to legally carry firearms in schools. The measure will reduce the amount of training that… more Three arrested in beating death outside Akron’s I Promise School Jun 11, 2022 AKRON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - Three young men were arrested on Saturday morning in the beating death of 17-year-old Ethan Liming at Akron's I Promise School. Deshawn Stafford Jr., 20, and Tyler… more Police say fight that killed Akron teen was started by group he was with Jun 08, 2022 Akron Police Detectives have confirmed that a water gun was being used by one or more occupants in the vehicle of Ethan Liming, the 17 year-old boy who died in a fight outside the I Promise School in… more Teen killed in deadly assault in parking lot of LeBron James’ I Promise School in Akron Jun 03, 2022 The Akron Police Department is investigating the homicide of a 17-year-old boy found dead in the parking lot of I Promise School, located in the 400 block of W. Market Street. Officers were dispatched… more Ford set to build electric vehicle at Ohio plant; bringing 1,800 new jobs to the state Jun 02, 2022 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio joined with representatives from Ford Motor Company on Thursday to announce that Ford will invest $1.5 billion into Lorain County at the… more OSHP reminds drivers to ‘Buckle Up’ and ‘Drive Sober’ for Memorial Day May 26, 2022 During the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Ohio State Highway Patrol will be highly visible on Ohio’s roadways promoting traffic safety. As motorists travel this weekend, troopers are reminding drivers… more ODOT driver lucky to be alive following fiery I-77 accident May 12, 2022 The Summit County Sheriff’s Office is still investigating an accident that seriously injured two motorists early Thursday morning - including an Ohio Department of Transportation highway technician.… more Man arrested after Ravenna VA Clinic ‘active shooter’ situation May 04, 2022 Reports of an “active shooter” were being called for at the Ravenna VA Output Clinic on Wednesday morning according to police scanner calls, leading to the Ravenna Police Department to close off an… more Stark, Carroll, Tuscarawas County and state race election results (May 3, 2022) May 04, 2022 As the polls closed Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m., many races were determined early in the first Ohio primary of 2022. Let's start with local races: In Stark County, the Board of Elections reported that… more Federal judge voids CDC mask mandate for travel Apr 18, 2022 A federal judge on Monday struck down the rule, imposed by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, requiring all travelers must wear masks while on airplanes, buses, trains and other forms of public… more Kimble truck driver seriously injured after being rear-ended on I-77 Apr 13, 2022 A Kimble truck driver was seriously injured in a crash on I-77 Tuesday afternoon, according to the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Bill Holland, a sheriff’s inspector reports the truck was rear-ended… more Firefighter killed, state trooper injured in Wayne County highway crash Apr 12, 2022 (Photos courtesy of Ashland County Pictures) A firefighter was killed Monday evening and a state trooper was left injured as a result of a tractor-trailer crash on I-71. According to the Ohio State… more Ohio lawmakers introduce bill restricting teachers from discussing sexual orientation, gender identity Apr 06, 2022 Ohio Republicans have introduced their version of Florida's controversial "Don't Say Gay" bill - which would restrict school teachers from talking about sexual orientation and gender identity. Ohio's… more Stark County Sheriff voices thoughts on House and Senate-passed SB-215 Mar 03, 2022 A bill has passed through the Ohio Senate and House of Representatives that would allow people to conceal carry weapons without training or a permit. Senate Bill 215 will head to Governor Mike DeWine's… more Ohio House passes bill eliminating need for concealed carry permits Mar 02, 2022 The Ohio House of Representatives voted on a proposed legislation to eliminate that need to carry a concealed carry permit for Ohioans 21 and older. The House passed Senate Bill 215 by a vote of 57-35… more VIDEO: Local man accused of punching Black woman in face while calling her the N-word turns himself in Feb 28, 2022 A man from the Kent area has turned himself into police after he is accused of punching a young Black woman in the face early Sunday morning, while calling her the N-word. https://twitter.com/DavidLeeMorgan/status/1497948024265482245?s=20&t=_P5KFwC7DYo4ljB7s_v_OA… more School closings: February 18, 2022 Feb 18, 2022 Many schools in the area have closed due to high water. Carroll County Brown Local Schools - closed Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - remote learning Carroll County Board of DD - closed Carroll… more List: High water causes area road closures Feb 17, 2022 Louisville - W. Main St at Constitution Ave - W. Main St at Gorgas St - Constitution Ave is completely closed - N. chapel St at the train tracks - N. Chapel St at W. Frana Clara St - Frana… more School closings and delays: February 7, 2022 Feb 06, 2022 Carroll County Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Tuscarawas County Buckeye Career Center - closedClaymont - closedConotton Valley - closedIndian Valley - closedNewcomerstown - closed more Out of salt? Here’s a list of alternative ways to melt ice Feb 05, 2022 Finding your driveway covered in snow and ice is never a great way to start the day. Most people pull out rock salt and generously pour it on the driveway, but what if you’re out of salt? Maybe you’ve… more Bill to legalize marijuana in Ohio gets enough signatures, heads to lawmakers for consideration Jan 30, 2022 Advocates looking to legalize marijuana in the state of Ohio have earned enough voter signatures to head to the Legislature. The Coalition of Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol submitted 136,729 signatures.… more Bridge collapses in Pittsburgh hours before Biden set to visit, discuss infrastructure Jan 28, 2022 A bridge in Pittsburgh collapsed early Friday morning just hours before President Joe Biden's visit to the area to talk about the current infrastructure. Officials with Pittsburgh Public Safety are… more School closings and delays: January 28, 2022 Jan 28, 2022 CARROLL COUNTY Carroll Hills Schools - closed Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Brown Local Schools - closed STARK COUNTY No closings or delays have been reported. TUSCARAWAS COUNTY… more School Closings and Delays; Thursday, January 27, 2022 Jan 27, 2022 Carroll County Brown Local Schools - closed Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Stark County Canton City Schools - closed Fairless Local Schools - closed Alliance City Schools - closed… more School Closings and Delays; Tuesday, January 25, 2022 Jan 24, 2022 Carroll County Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Brown Local Schools - closed Carroll Hills Schools - closed Carroll County Board of DD - closed Stark County Minerva Local Schools -… more Parking bans issued around the area Jan 23, 2022 Snow missed Ohio through the most part of December, but January is making up for it. Less than a week after a 12+ inch snow fall throughout the area, Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas Counties are getting… more JMN expanding with local newspaper Jan 20, 2022 With the unfortunate closure of the News-Leader, a staple in the Minerva and Malvern communities, Jordan Miller – News (JMN) is announcing the start of the JMN Journal, a community paper, to fill the… more School closings: January 19, 2022 Jan 19, 2022 Carroll County Carrollton Exempted Village Schools - CLOSED Carroll County Board of DD - CLOSED Carroll Hills Schools - CLOSED Stark County Alliance City Schools - 2 HOUR DELAY Tuscarawas… more School closings: January 18, 2022 Jan 18, 2022 Carroll County Carrollton Exempted Village Schools Brown Local Schools Carroll County Transit System Stark County Alliance City Schools Kent State University-Stark Campus Louisville City… more Businesses close, athletic events canceled because of snow storm Jan 17, 2022 Communities throughout Northeast Ohio are experiencing the winter storm of the season. Areas have been affected with snowfall between 8-15 inches, making tri-county area businesses, schools and restaurants… more Local fire official issues warning about space heater safety Jan 11, 2022 The City of Philadelphia saw 13 people die, including 7 children in a row house apartment fire on Wednesday as a 5 year-old boy who escaped told investigators that he accidentally lit a Christmas tree… more School closings: January 7, 2022 Jan 07, 2022 Buckeye Career Center (closed) Carrollton (closed) Claymont City Schools (closed) Dover City Schools (closed) Garaway Local Schools (closed) Indian Valley Local Schools (closed) New Philadelphia… more Austintown man sentenced to prison for 17th DUI Jan 06, 2022 A 62-year-old man will spend two years in prison for a hit-and-run into a vehicle transporting people with disabilities. David Black, of Austintown, pleaded guilty in November to operating a vehicle… more What area schools are mandating, strongly recommending masks after winter break Jan 09, 2022 With 2021 in the rear view mirror, schools in the area are ready to welcome back students and staff into their buildings for the second half of the school year. But with the highest amount of positive… more Off-duty Cleveland officer killed in carjacking has been identified Jan 01, 2022 An off-duty Cleveland police officer was shot to death Friday night in a carjacking along Rocky River Drive. The officer was identified as 25-year-old Shane Bartek; he was hired with the Cleveland Division… more Avoid drinking & driving this New Year’s Eve; here are some companies offering free/discounted rides tonight Dec 31, 2021 If you are a partygoer ringing in 2022, getting home is essential. Last year, 14 people died in Ohio over the New Year holiday weekend; 10 of the fatal crashes involved alcohol and/or drugs. Luckily,… more 11-year-old Ohio boy dies in house fire over Christmas weekend Dec 27, 2021 Toledo Fire & Rescue responded to a home in Toledo for reports of a house fire Christmas Eve. When they arrived on scene to the house on Fernwood Ave in Toledo, they saw heavy fire coming from… more Man holding wife at knifepoint killed by police in Akron Dec 23, 2021 A 58-year-old man was shot and killed by Akron Police Thursday morning after holding his wife at knifepoint in the 2400 block of 26th St. SW. Police were dispatched to the scene when a woman called… more Gov. DeWine signs bill into law allowing cameras in nursing home rooms Dec 22, 2021 Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill into law Thursday afternoon that will allow cameras to be in place for safety reasons inside nursing home rooms. The bill, Esther’s Law, and sponsored by Sens. Nickie… more Ohio reports highest number of new daily Covid-19 cases Dec 21, 2021 On Tuesday, Ohio’s health department reported the biggest one-day increase in coronavirus cases since the pandemic began almost two years ago. ODH reported 12,502 new Covid-19 cases - 280 of those… more Ohio-based missionaries escaped kidnappers in Haiti Dec 21, 2021 A harrowing escape plan by a group of missionaries from Ohio, earned them their freedom after being held captive for nearly 2 months in Haiti. Officials with Christian Aid Ministries held a press conference… more Gov. DeWine to send 1,050 National Guard members into hospitals to help with staffing shortages Dec 17, 2021 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has issued an order to deploy 1,050 members of the National Guards into hospitals effective Monday to ease staffing issues. "Earlier in the pandemic, our concern was about… more Investigation: ODJFS employee discontinued relative’s unemployment payments after argument Dec 17, 2021 A six-month long investigation by the Office of the Ohio Inspector General determined an Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) employee improperly accessed a relative’s pandemic unemployment… more Local schools, police warn against national trend encouraging students to call in threats Dec 16, 2021 A national trend encouraging social media users to call in a threats to schools has many local schools on edge as they prepare for their last day before the winter break. Several local school districts… more Remaining 12 Ohio-based missionaries kidnapped in Haiti released Dec 16, 2021 A Haitian gang released the remaining 12 hostages they had abducted in October, the Ohio-based religious group announced on Thursday. "We glorify God for answered prayer—the remaining twelve hostages… more Omicron variant detected in Ohio Dec 11, 2021 As statewide hospitalizations hit the highest point in Ohio since January, the Ohio Department of Health announced on Saturday that the omicron variant was detected in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Health… more Over 16,000 AEP customers without power due to strong winds in Ohio Dec 11, 2021 More than 16,000 AEP Ohio customers are without power following a surge of high winds in the area. Local areas impacted by power outages are Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas Counties. At this time, crews… more Watch: Vehicle crashes into two ODOT trucks seconds after worker gets back into vehicle Dec 10, 2021 The Ohio Department of Transportation is asking drivers to slow down and move over when their crews are on the side of the road after a crew was struck by a truck in the Cleveland area. In the video… more Ohio legislature passes bill to legalize sports betting; DeWine expected to sign bill into law Dec 08, 2021 The Ohio legislature passed a legal sports betting bill that will allow betting to be in place by next year. The Ohio Senate voted 31-1 and the House approved H.B. 29 with a vote of 72-12 after both… more School closings: Dec. 8, 2021 Dec 08, 2021 Brown Local Schools Canton Local Schools Claymont City Schools (2-hr delay) Indian Valley (2-he delay) Minerva Area Christian Schools Minerva Local Schools Osnaburg Local Schools R.G. Drage… more Arrest made in fatal hit-and-run of 13-year-old boy Dec 06, 2021 A 38-year-old man is in custody after the Ohio State Highway Patrol said a hit-and-run accident left a 13-year-old boy dead Sunday in the Mansfield area. The OSHP said multiple tips regarding possible… more Three more hostages released in Haiti, according to Ohio-based Christian Aid Ministries Dec 06, 2021 Christian Aid Ministries in Ohio stated on Monday that a gang in Haiti has released three more hostages, while another 12 remain captives. The Berlin, Ohio-based organization said the people were… more 13-year-old killed in hit-and-run; authorities searching for driver Dec 05, 2021 The Ohio State Highway Patrol is searching for a driver who they say fled after hitting a 13-year-old boy on a bike with their car Sunday in the Mansfield area. OSHP said the hit-and-run occurred Cass… more Driver who hit, killed pedestrian believed to be impaired Dec 01, 2021 The Akron Police Department is investigating a fatal accident that left one person dead Tuesday evening. Police said a man driving northbound on Brittain Rd. hit a man who was walking in a crosswalk… more Ohio sees 26% increase in fatal drug overdoses; more than 5,500 died this year Nov 30, 2021 Overdose deaths are on the rise in the country, but Ohio alone has seen an increase of over 25%. Ohio went from 4,410 overdoses in 2020 to 5,585 this year according to the CDC numbers, an increase of… more 13 people killed in traffic accidents over holiday weekend in Ohio Nov 30, 2021 The Ohio State Highway Patrol has released their Thanksgiving weekend accident numbers. The report said 13 people died over the five-day period from Wednesday, Nov. 24 at midnight through late Sunday… more Three-year-old dies after being shot in chest in Wintersville; mother arrested, man wanted Nov 22, 2021 A three-year-old has died after suffering a gunshot wound inside a Wintersville home Sunday. Investigators say Paris Coleman suffered a gunshot to the chest, according to reports. WTOV9 reports that… more Two Ohio-based Christian Aid Ministries hostages released in Haiti Nov 22, 2021 Christian Aid Ministries confirmed that two of the organizations 17 missionaries who were abducted in Haiti in October have been released. "We cannot provide or confirm the names of those released,… more Store clerk shot during armed robbery at convenient store Nov 22, 2021 A store clerk was shot Saturday night just before 9pm during an armed robbery at the AK Firestone Mini Mart in Akron, located in the 1400 block of Aster Ave. Police say two black males walked into the… more Akron police investigating a string of armed robberies Nov 16, 2021 The Akron Police Department needs your help solving three robberies that occurred over the weekend. Detectives said the first robbery happened Friday around 6:15 p.m. out a bar in the 1500 block of… more Ohio passes new fireworks law for holidays, in effect July 1, 2022 Nov 09, 2021 Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation on Monday that will revamp the state's fireworks law after a years-long push by the industry to legalize their use. Starting on July 1, 2022, Ohioans can light… more New law requires Ohio high schoolers to learn financial literacy skills Nov 04, 2021 Students around the state of Ohio will now be required to learn basic financial skills in an effort to better prepare them for adult hood. The proposed bill, Senate Bill 1, which was sponsored by Republican… more Ohio is suing President Biden over vaccine mandates Nov 04, 2021 Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, a Republican, and two Ohio sheriffs said they have sued President Biden and other officials. The lawsuit is to fight the vaccine mandate, which is set to be enforced… more Proposed bill in Ohio would eliminate required conceal carry license Nov 01, 2021 Two Republican lawmakers are sponsoring a proposed bill that would eliminate Ohio's need for concealed carry permit (CCW). Republican Reps. Tom Brinker and Kris Jordan are sponsoring the bill, which… more Ohio to reveal new license plate design Oct 21, 2021 For the first time since 2013, Ohioans will be getting a new license plate. The new standard license plate is set to be revealed at 10 a.m. Thursday by Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles… more Teen killed, one arrested following lengthy standoff Oct 13, 2021 A teenager is dead and a person, who locked himself inside a house for hours a fatal shooting, is behind bars. Akron Police say a 19-year-old was killed Tuesday night after being shot to death inside… more Child dead after being attacked by dog in Akron Oct 03, 2021 The family of a toddler is mourning the loss of their child after the young girl was attacked and killed by a Pitbull Sunday morning - the Pitbull is one of the family's two Pitbulls. Akron Police responded… more Governor DeWine announces Ohio Vax-to-School scholarship incentive to get youth vaccinated Sep 23, 2021 In a news conference Thursday, Governor Mike DeWine announced the Ohio Vax-to-School program - a new incentive aiming at getting Ohio's youth and young adults vaccinated. Vax-To-School is for all vaccinated… more DeWine to announce new Covid-19 vaccine incentives Sep 23, 2021 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said he will be announcing new incentives on Thursday for people to get vaccinated against Covid-19. DeWine said more people need to get vaccinated as young people continue… more Could Ohio bring in the National Guard to help with the bus driver shortage? Sep 22, 2021 Many states around the country, including Ohio, are weathering a bus driver shortage in local school districts. The shortage of bus drivers continues to spread thin current bus drivers and other school… more Person of interest (fiance) in Gabby Petito disappearance now missing; what we know about the case Sep 17, 2021 The story of Gabby Petito's disappearance is captivating the nation right now and there are so many questions that remain unanswered. Petito went missing during a cross-country trip with her fiance,… more Ohio to allow expansion of medical marijuana dispensaries after complaints of low supply Sep 15, 2021 Wednesday afternoon, the Ohio Department of Commerce announced it would start the process for medical marijuana dispensaries to expand their growing area. Applications must be submitted by Oct. 1.… more DeWine, Ohio Children’s Hospital Association makes appeal to mask children in schools Sep 14, 2021 According to Gov. Mike DeWine, the Ohio Children’s Hospital Association is “is making a direct appeal to school superintendents, asking all schools in Ohio to require masks for staff and students… more Five dead in Akron fire, including three children Sep 13, 2021 A house fire in Akron has claimed the lives of five people, including three children and two adults. Emergency personnel responded to a house fire at 1118 Linden Ave. just before 1 a.m. Monday morning.… more Ohio State Highway Patrol cruiser demolished while conducting stop Sep 08, 2021 An Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper is lucky to be alive following an accident involving one of their cruisers over the weekend. OSHP posted on Facebook about the accident involving a Defiance Post’s… more Carrollton, Malvern, Minerva, many other schools to require masks starting Sept. 7 Sep 02, 2021 About two weeks into the school year, many local schools have announced they will be requiring masks be worn by students and staff while indoors, effective Tuesday, Sept. 7. Thursday afternoon, parents… more Kent State announces COVID-19 vaccine requirements for upcoming fall semester Aug 27, 2021 Kent State University is requiring COVID-19 vaccinations over a multi-phase process through the Fall 2021 semester. According to a Friday press release, Kent State President Todd Diacon states the school… more Ohio Navy Medic killed in Kabul Airport attack Aug 27, 2021 An Ohio family is mourning the loss of an American servicemen killed in a terror attack in Afghanistan. The attack killed 13 U.S Military members. Max Soviak was a 2017 graduate of Edison Local Schools,… more Ohio State to require students, faculty & staff to get Covid-19 vaccine Aug 24, 2021 Just one day after the FDA approved Pfizer’s two-dose vaccine, The Ohio State University has announced they will require students, faculty and staff to receive the vaccine. “With Monday’s news… more Akron Children’s Hospital plans to mandate vaccines, testing for employees Aug 17, 2021 A plan is in the works to finalize a requirement of employees to be vaccinated or receive mandatory testing. “Vaccination is the most important tool we have in fighting the coronavirus pandemic and… more OHSAA state wrestling returns to the Schottenstein Center, other athletic venues announced for state tournaments Aug 10, 2021 COLUMBUS, Ohio – Several more state tournament venues have now been set by the Ohio High School Athletic Association for the 2021-22 school year and beyond. During the 2020-21 school year, the… more Police arrest suspect in shooting death of Millersburg man Aug 07, 2021 A 49-year-old suspect has been arrested by police Friday night, according to authorities. Millersburg Police say an arrest warrant was issued for Steve Compton, of Millersburg, on Friday after police… more Kent State mandating masks for all students, regardless of vaccination status, at all locations Aug 04, 2021 In a move announced by Kent State University on Wednesday, all teachers, students and staff will be required to wear face coverings indoors, regardless of vaccination status, on all Kent State campuses,… more Ohio State Highway Patrol mourns loss of trooper found dead while on duty Jul 31, 2021 The Ohio State Highway Patrol is mourning the unexpected loss of one of their own while on the clock. OSHP said Sergeant Jared M. Ulinski of the Findlay District was found dead while on duty at the… more I-77 lane shutdown due to load spilled on road Jul 29, 2021 Your commute home may be affected if your route consists of I-77 just north of I-271. The northbound lanes of I-77 were shut down due to a crash, according to The Ohio Department of Transportation.… more OHSAA urges Ohio high school athletes, coaches to receive vaccine, wear masks Jul 29, 2021 The Ohio High School Athletic Association issued a memo Thursday morning, urging member athletes and coaches to get vaccinated. “Although Ohio lifted most statewide pandemic-related health orders… more Ohio Department of Health officials ‘strongly recommend’ masks in school but will not require them Jul 26, 2021 The 2020-21 school year was a little odd for teachers and students as they were required to wear masks throughout the year in an attempt to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Entering the school year… more World Champions Crowned at the 83rd FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby Jul 25, 2021 One of the great Northeast Ohio traditions made its return for the first time since 2019. Akrons’ Soapbox Derby. The 83rd running of the First Energy All-American Soap Box Derby took place at the… more DeWine vetoes bill that would’ve allowed Ohio residents to set off fireworks Jul 09, 2021 Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill that would legalize commercial-grade fireworks in Ohio. Senate Bill 113 would've made it possible for Ohio residents to set off fireworks on specific holidays throughout… more Ohio law firm files lawsuit to restore $300 unemployment payments Jul 08, 2021 A Cleveland law firm has filed a lawsuit in a Cuyahoga County court against Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Job and Family Services director Matt Damschroder for the stoppage of the extra… more 8-year-old Harrison County girl dies; law enforcement investigating Jul 06, 2021 A family is mourning the loss of an 8-year-old girl who died last week in Harrison County. Sources tell JMN that the Harrison County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation into the sudden… more 16 traffic-related deaths, 536 OVI arrests made by Ohio State Highway Patrol during 4th of July weekend Jul 06, 2021 The Ohio State Highway Patrol has released numbers related to the Fourth of July holiday weekend from July 2 to July 5. During the three-day period, OSHP indicated that 16 people lost their lives in… more Ohio BMV registration extension ends July 1 Jun 30, 2021 For those of you who have procrastinated, it's time to finally renew your Ohio driver's license and/or vehicle registrations by July 1. Back in November of 2020, Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill that… more Ohio House passes ban on transgender athletes in amended bill; heads back to Senate Jun 24, 2021 In a controversial move Thursday evening, the Ohio House of Representatives made an amendment to a bill that would allow NCAA athletes to earn money from their name, image and likeness. The House floor… more Portage County Sheriff’s Office trying to evacuate crowd after reported shooting at large Juneteenth event Jun 19, 2021 The Portage County Sheriff's Office is responding to a situation in Suffield Township at Wingfoot Lake Park where there have been reports of shots fired and firearms visible at a large gathering. The… more Arrest made in Sunday’s Dragway 42 fatal shooting in Wayne County Jun 17, 2021 JMN has learned an arrest has been made in the deadly shooting that left Luis Cuevas, 33, of Cleveland dead and others injured in the parking lot of a Wayne County dragway. As the investigation unfolded,… more Bear spotted in Salem; police, ODNR attempting to locate Jun 15, 2021 The City of Salem Police have received multiple reports of a bear in the city limits. Police say the bear was spotted in the area of E. Sixth St. behind First Christian Church. Salem police, in… more Woman attacks McDonald’s employees who denied request to ‘mix multiple slushy’ flavors in Ravenna; charged with assault Jun 15, 2021 A Ravenna woman was arrested Monday after police say she assaulted an employee and manager at a local McDonald’s in Ravenna. Ravenna police tell JMN that Cherysse Cleveland, 44, of S. Chestnut St.… more 1 dead, multiple injured after shooting in parking lot at Dragway 42 in Wayne County Jun 14, 2021 Officials with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting that killed one person and sent many others to the hospital Sunday night. Deputies say the shooting occurred in the parking… more 4-year-old girl drowns in pool at house gathering in Akron Jun 13, 2021 A four-year-old girl is dead after drowning at a home in the 800 block of Independence Ave in Akron Saturday evening. Akron Police say officers and EMS were dispatched to the home for a drowning involving… more Man seriously injured in Akron shooting, police fire shots at shooter; suspect remains at large Jun 13, 2021 Akron Police are searching for a suspect who they say shot and injured a man in the 2200 block of East Ave. Police say while on patrol in the parking lot of the Duchess Shoppe Gas Station,… more Cleveland Browns chief of staff convicted of drunk driving; team releases statement Jun 09, 2021 The Cleveland Browns chief of staff, Callie Brownson, was found guilty of a drunk driving charge in Brunswick Mayor's Court Tuesday. Brownson originally pleaded no contest to the charge. Court documents… more WATCH: Ohio-based singer with cancer wows judges on ‘America’s Got Talent’, earns Golden Buzzer Jun 09, 2021 Singer Jane Marczewski, 30, an Ohio-based singer who is battling cancer, wowed over judges on America’s Got Talent on Tuesday night’s episode, earning a Golden Buzzer with her show-stopping performance.… more Man arrested after taking police on chase while driving stolen RV in Green Jun 02, 2021 Local police say a 24-year-old man from Green is in custody after he led deputies and state troopers on a chase Wednesday after stealing a motor home in a nearby neighborhood. Randy H. Schiffbauer was… more Person in custody following shooting in Coshocton County May 27, 2021 Deputies with the Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Coshocton County Regional Medical Center for a report of a male being treated for a gunshot wound. Officers learned that 36-year-old… more Man in custody after Tuesday evening shooting at Upper Deck Bar May 26, 2021 A beautiful night turned into a moment of chaos Tuesday evening at a popular spot on Portage Lakes. The owner of Upper Deck Bar & Grill took to Facebook to detail a shooting that occurred at the… more Bomb squad assisting with house raid in Salem May 25, 2021 The Youngstown Bomb Squad is on scene of a raid in Salem. The Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office is serving a drug-related warrant at a home along E. 3rd Street, just off of Lincoln Avenue and State… more Revised order: No more masks for vaccinated Ohioans; unvaccinated still required to wear masks through June 2 May 17, 2021 If you are an Ohio resident and fully vaccinated, you will no longer be required to wear masks in an indoor setting in most situations, according to a revised health order that was released Monday afternoon.… more How do I enter to win $1 million if I get vaccinated in Ohio? May 13, 2021 Yes, it’s true. There’s a chance you can win $1,000,000 if you are a vaccinated Ohioan. Governor Mike DeWine announced Wednesday evening in a statewide address that beginning May 26 for five weeks… more OHSAA expands football playoffs from 224 schools to 448 schools Apr 22, 2021 The Ohio High School Athletic Association Board of Directors approved the 2021 football tournament regulations Thursday during its April Board meeting that included proposals from the OHSAA staff to increase… more Columbus police officer shoots and kills 15-year-old girl who attacked other females with apparent knife Apr 21, 2021 Columbus Police shot and killed a 15-year-old girl Tuesday evening after police were dispatched to a neighbor after females said there was a girl with a knife. When police arrived on scene, body camera… more 16-year-old girl shot and killed by Columbus Police Apr 20, 2021 A 16-year-old girl has died after being shot by the Columbus Police Tuesday evening. Family members tell NBC4 reporter Lacey Crisp that 16-year-old Makiah Bryant was fatally shot by Columbus Police.… more Stow police officer hospitalized after hit-and-run; police searching for vehicle Apr 10, 2021 Stow Police are searching for a vehicle they say hit a police officer and fled the scene. Police say an officer was attempting a traffic stop when the vehicle in question fled from the officer.… more No…Ohio’s mask mandate has not been lifted Apr 08, 2021 Many people on social media are confused about the Ohio Department of Health's newly issued health order. Yes there is a new health order; no, it doesn't remove the current mask mandate in Ohio. The… more Teen killed, other injured in Akron drive-by shooting Apr 07, 2021 A 17-year-old is dead and another is injured after a shooting that took place in the 900 block of Neptune Ave around 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, according to Akron Police. APD said when they arrived on scene,… more Ohio’s ‘Stand Your Ground’ defense law now in effect as of Tuesday Apr 06, 2021 Ohioans now are protected by the “Stand Your Ground” self-defense law which took effect Tuesday. The new law removes the “duty to retreat,” which means now to claim self-defense, the person… more Akron police officer resigns amid use of force investigation Apr 05, 2021 The Akron Police Department announced the resignation of one of their own who was being investigated for their use of force. In a press release, the department stated that APD officers responded to… more Akron police investigating fatal hit-skip motorcycle accident Apr 05, 2021 A 21-year-old is dead after a hit-skip motorcycle accident Sunday night in Akron. Akron police are investigating a deadly hit-skip accident that occurred just after 11 p.m. Sunday in the area of 500… more Arrest made in connection to hit-and-run motorcycle accident of Waynesburg couple Apr 01, 2021 The Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of Jerome L. Starner, 39, of Coshocton, and Melannis L. Stevens, 45, of Newcomerstown in connection to a hit-and-run accident that occurred… more Kensington man in custody following deadly shooting in Homeworth Mar 29, 2021 A person is dead in Knox Township following a shooting early Monday morning around 2 a.m. Gary Joiner, of Kensington, has been taken into custody in connection to the fatal shooting. He had an arrest… more Waynesburg couple left in critical condition after vehicle hits motorcycle, flees scene; Coshocton County Sheriff searching for suspect Mar 29, 2021 Shawn Oneil, 57, of Waynesburg, and his wife Robin Oneil, 58, remain in the critical ICU after being hit while riding their motorcycle in Coshocton County. The Oneils were riding along St. Rt 751 when… more Police investigating after 3-year-old dies after being shot in Columbiana County; possible accident Mar 27, 2021 The Columbiana Police Department responded Saturday night to the 300 block of Quincy Ave. after reports of a child being shot. The child was treated at the scene and transported to St. Elizabeth’s… more 5-year-old killed in Parma; father arrested in connection Mar 25, 2021 In a statement, Parma police confirmed the homicide death of a 5-year-old boy Thursday afternoon. Limited details were released, but police say the incident occurred on the 4700 block of Russell Avenue.… more General Assembly overrides Gov. DeWine’s veto, allowing lawmakers to reject health orders Mar 24, 2021 After Governor DeWine chose to veto Senate Bill 22, a bill that would allow lawmakers to reject health orders, the Senate voted 23-10 to override the veto. The Bill then went to the House, who voted 63-35… more Court documents: Ohio mother accused of killing son seeking insanity plea Mar 18, 2021 According to court documents, an Ohio mother who said she killed her six-year-old son and dumped his body into the Ohio River is going to seek to plead not guilty by reason of insanity. The motion was… more DeWine says all Ohioans over 16 will be eligible for COVID vaccine March 29 Mar 16, 2021 Governor Mike DeWine released additional phases for the COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Beginning March 19, Phase 1E and 2C will be enacted to allow Ohioans with cancer, chronic kidney disease, chronic… more Law enforcement say tip led them to discovery of missing Ohio woman’s body in vehicle Mar 15, 2021 The Richland County Sheriff's Office confirmed Monday afternoon that the body of Melinda Kay Davis was found in the trunk of her car. Davis, a mother of four from Shelby, Ohio, was last seen Feb 25.… more Teen arrested, charged with murder of 17-year-old Portage County girl Mar 13, 2021 The Portage County Sheriff's office is investigating after a teen was killed Friday evening. In a press release from the Sheriff's Office, they say 18 year-old Zachary David Blosser was charged with… more Full county fairs get the green light for 2021 in Ohio Mar 11, 2021 Last year, county fair participants from all over were devastated with the cancelation of full fairs due to COVID-19 concerns. This year, Governor Mike DeWine announced fairs will be able happen in full… more Search party being formed for missing Ohio woman, ex-boyfriend accused of kidnapping is arrested Mar 07, 2021 The search for 33-year-old Melinda Kay Davis continues as family and friends now begin to form search parties. 43-year-old John Henry Mack Jr., her ex-boyfriend, was arrested on a kidnapping charge… more Bowling Green State University student on life support after alleged hazing incident Mar 08, 2021 UPDATE: Stone Foltz, the 20-year-old Bowling Green State University student hospitalized, has died after an alleged hazing incident, according to a statement from his family’s attorney. Bowling Green… more DeWine: Goal put in place to remove all health orders in Ohio Mar 04, 2021 A goal has been put in place for Ohioans to live life again without COVID-19 restrictions in place. During a statewide address Thursday evening, Governor Mike DeWine announced that when Ohio gets down… more DeWine to deliver statewide COVID-19 address to Ohioans at 5:30 Thursday evening Mar 04, 2021 According to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's communication team, the governor will deliver a statewide address on the COVID-19 pandemic Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. His regular 2 p.m. news conference has been… more Police respond to shooting at Polaris Mall Mar 03, 2021 There has been a reported shooting at the Polaris Mall in Columbus, according to Columbus Police Columbus Police say at this time no injuries have been reported but the suspected shooter has not been… more REPORTS: Ohio mother who killed 6-year-old says boyfriend pressured her to get rid of her 3 children Mar 03, 2021 The Middletown mother who is behind bars after allegedly dragging her son down the road and killing him in an attempt to abandon him at a park, is now telling authorities that her boyfriend pressured… more DETAILS: Police say mother tried to abandon Ohio child at a park before killing him with her car Mar 02, 2021 Brittany Gosney, the 29-year-old mother accused of murdering her six-year-old son, James Hutchinson, told police she first tried to abandon the child at a park. Hutchinson grabbed onto the vehicle and… more Law enforcement, pregnant women and more included in next phase of COVID vaccine distribution Mar 02, 2021 A new group of people has been announced to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Ohio’s Phase 1C. Governor Mike DeWine announced the decision, saying “certain professions and those with certain medical… more Ohio 6-year-old killed, body dumped in Ohio River; mother charged with murder Mar 01, 2021 A six-year-old boy is dead and his mother has been charged with murder in Ohio. Brittany Gosney, 29, has been charged with murder, abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence. James Hamilton, 42,… more Ohio woman reported missing after alleged attempt to make contact with ex-boyfriend Feb 25, 2021 Police in Shelby, Ohio are attempting to make contact with Melinda Kay Davis (Clark) who was reported missing February 25 at 12:36 p.m. According to the Shelby Police Department, Melinda was last seen… more Traditional end-of-year high school events get clearance in Ohio Feb 25, 2021 The spring of 2020 was a brutal time for Ohio high school students, especially the seniors. As they lost out on graduations and senior proms due to COVID-19, last year's graduating class missed out on… more DeWine to allow more spectators at sporting events, entertainment venues Feb 25, 2021 Governor Mike DeWine announced Thursday afternoon that sporting events and entertainment events will be allowed to reopen with a 25% indoor capacity limit and 30% maximum limit for outdoor events. Governor… more ODNR officer dies in rescue attempt; 16-year-old also dead after falling through ice Feb 24, 2021 Jason Lagore, an Ohio Department of Natural Resources officer, has died Wednesday morning from a medical emergency after an attempted lake rescue at a Highland County state park Tuesday night. “Our… more Ohio toddler kidnapped, mother assaulted Feb 23, 2021 UPDATE: The toddler has been found and the suspect has been arrested. The Franklin County sheriffs office says that a one-year-old was abducted and his mother assaulted Tuesday evening. According… more City of Akron to dedicate February 24 to late Cleveland legend Dick Goddard Feb 21, 2021 February 24, 2021, and each year after, will further be known as 'Dick Goddard Day' to the City of Akron after an ordinance was brought forth by Councilwoman Tara L. Samples and Mayor Dan Horrigan. The… more Boardman teacher’s aide resigns after accusation of stapling paper to disabled child’s head Feb 19, 2021 A teacher's aide from Boardman schools who was accused of stapling a piece of paper to a disabled child's head has resigned after public backlash. The incident occurred in early February and the mother… more Does the vaccine work?: Ohio sees drastic decrease in daily coronavirus cases Feb 18, 2021 On average now, Ohio is seeing nearly 2,000 new COVID-19 cases a day, which is a fraction of the nearly 9,000 daily cases at the beginning of 2021. More than 1.3 million Ohio residents have been vaccinated,… more Jewett Volunteer Fire Department mourns loss of both Chief and Assistant Fire Chief in unrelated incidents Feb 16, 2021 A local fire department is left without their fire chief and assistant fire chief, in what appears to be two separate incidents. Jewett Volunteer Fire Chief Denny Kovarik and Assistant Chief Richard… more School closings/delays: February 17th Feb 16, 2021 The following schools have canceled or delayed school for Wednesday, February 17 or switched to remote learning due to inclement weather in the area. It will be noted if the school is operating on a… more Man dead after crashing into ODOT plow truck Feb 16, 2021 According to a press release by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a man is dead after a crash involving an Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) plow truck. Officials say the accident happened at 10:15… more School closings/remote learning: February 16th Feb 15, 2021 The following schools have canceled or delayed school for Tuesday, February 16 or switched to remote learning due to inclement weather in the area. It will be noted if the school is operating on a… more How to properly measure snow Feb 14, 2021 The National Weather Service of Pittsburgh is advising local residents on how to accurately measure snowfall as the area prepares for a snow storm in the area. They say you need supplies, a plan, a… more Missing infant from Portage County Feb 12, 2021 On February 10, 2021 Portage County Job and Family Services obtained an emergency custody order. The parents were supposed to bring the child and appear at Portage County Juvenile Court on February 11,… more Boardman teacher’s aide allegedly ‘stapled’ a piece of paper to a disabled child’s head Feb 10, 2021 A Boardman Local Schools employee is under fire after a mother claims a teacher's aide 'stapled a piece of paper' to the child's head' as a reminder for the student to bring a water bottle from home,… more School closings/delays: February 9th Feb 09, 2021 The following schools have canceled school for Tuesday, February 9 due to inclement weather in the area. Will be noted if the school is operating on a two-hour delay. This list will be updated as school… more 3 children shot, 2 killed in domestic dispute in Toledo Feb 05, 2021 According to Toledo police, they are investigating a domestic dispute turned fatal. Police say three children were shot during the dispute at an apartment complex and two of the children have died.… more School closings: February 2 Feb 02, 2021 The following schools have canceled school for Tuesday, February 2 due to inclement weather in the area. Will be noted if the school is operating on a two-hour delay. This list will be updated as school… more Cleveland PD issue correction after police pursuit ‘does not appear to be a kidnapping’ Feb 01, 2021 UPDATE (February 1, 6:30 p.m.): Cleveland police originally reported this incident as a kidnapping, but they have issued a correction. Cleveland police sergeant Jennifer Ciaccia said a vehicle connected… more Man with Summit County ties wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer during Capitol riot Feb 01, 2021 Authorities in Ohio are searching for a man wanted for his alleged involvement in assaulting a federal officer during the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6. The Cleveland Division of FBI released two photos… more More than 930 ODOT crews clearing the roads Jan 31, 2021 As of 8:45pm, ODOT has 938 crews out across the state patrolling, plowing, and treating roadways, according to a tweet from ODOT. “Please give them room to work tonight,” the tweet read. more School cancelations: Monday, February 1 Feb 01, 2021 The following schools have canceled school for Monday, February 1 due to inclement weather in the area. This list will be updated as school closings continue to be announced: Carrollton Exempted Village… more 5-year-old kidnapped by mother in East Cleveland; Amber Alert Issued Jan 30, 2021 An Amber Alert has been issued after 5-year-old Jaion Harris was allegedly taken by his mother Friday evening from a home in the 13400 block of Graham Road. Cleveland police said the mother’s vehicle… more Kindergarten student found with gun, possible drugs at school, according to CPD Jan 26, 2021 Cleveland police said a kindergartn student from St. Adalbert Catholic School reportedly brought a backpack to school containing a revolver and a possible narcotics. Police said the student took a… more DeWine releases plan to lift state curfew Jan 26, 2021 In Tuesday's COVID-19 press briefing, Governor Mike DeWine announced the state's plan to slowly life the statewide curfew. He said if Ohio has seven straight days of hospitalizations below 3,500, the… more Portman will not seek re-election in 2022 Jan 25, 2021 Ohio Republican Sen. Rob Portman annouced Monday morning he will not seeking re-election in 2022. Saying in a statement that the 'partisan gridlock in Washington' contributed to his decision. "I feel… more Cleveland PD searching for man who impersonated police officer Jan 22, 2021 Cleveland police are seeking the public’s help to identify a male wanted for Impersonating a Police Officer and Grand Theft Motor Vehicle on Tuesday, January 19th. The female was approached by the… more Akron police investigating homicide on city’s west side Jan 21, 2021 A 35-year-old man is dead after a shooting in west Akron Thursday afternoon. Police were dispatched to the 1200 block of Park Lane Dr. for a shots fired call, according to Akron police. Upon arrival,… more Woman killed in hit-and-run in Akron Jan 19, 2021 Monday evening at 5:45 p.m., Akron Police were dispatched to the interestion of S. Arlington St. and Georgia Ave for an accident. Upon arrival, police learned that a 62-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle… more Toledo Police officer killed during standoff Jan 20, 2021 In a press conference Monday night, Toledo Police Chief George Kral confirmed that 24-year-old officer Brandon Stalker died in the line of duty. Kral said that Stalker was shot once during a standoff… more Two officers, suspect shot during Kent home invasion Jan 16, 2021 Two City of Kent police officers and a suspect were shot Saturday morning when police responded to an East Summit St. home Saturday morning in Kent. Police said a female called 911 stating that “an… more Mega Millions numbers for $625 jackpot Jan 12, 2021 The winning numbers for the Mega Millions are: 12-14-26-28-33 and Mega Ball 9 Megaplier 2x. According to the the Mega Millions website, the Mega Millions jackpot was an estimated $625 million with… more