Two local communities are mourning the loss of residents following a pair of fatal accidents in Osnaburg Township Thursday evening. The first accident occurred on State Route 44 near Milepost six at…

Scott Hamilton, the Canton Local School Board President, has resigned from his position as school board president. Last week, Hamilton agreed to a plea deal to avoid a felony theft conviction. He was…

Protestors across America have taken to the street in light of the Supreme Court's ruling to overturn the landmark case of Roe v. Wade. While many of the protests have occurred in major metropolises…

A 35-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday, June 26 in Jackson Township, according to Chief Mark Brink. Chief Brink said the Jackson Township Police Department was dispatched to the Rodeway Inn, 6880…

A 53-year-old Uniontown man pleaded guilty this week to murder-for-hire charges. Scott Allen Renninger is accused of meeting with a person posing as a 'hitman' in the fall of 2020, according to court…

MASSILLON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - Canton Local school board President Scott Hamilton was found guilty of a misdemeanor theft charge on Wednesday in Massillon Municipal Court. Hamilton was charged…

A barn fire at 7989 Stump Road claimed the life of a horse just outside of Minerva early Tuesday morning. Firefighters with Sandy Creek Fire Department responded to the fire around 3:30 Tuesday morning.…

Mitch Spinell contributed to this story. MINERVA - A Minerva based company is making history by creating the formula for the first-ever FDA approved glove to protect individuals from both fentanyl and…

CANTON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - A 17-year-old suffered an apparent gunshot wound to the stomach on Thursday in Canton. Officers were dispatched at 12:44 p.m. to the 1400 block of 13th Street Southeast…

MINERVA, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - The Class of 2022 inductees to the Minerva High School Alumni Hall of Fame will be enshrined on Saturday, June 11, in the Minerva United Methodist Church's Wesley…

CANTON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - An arrest warrant has been issued for a second suspect regarding a March double homicide in Canton. Lawrence Jerome Collins, 17, has an arrest warrant charging him…

CANTON, Ohio (JMN Sports) - A Major League Football team will be coming to Canton this fall. The Ohio Force have an agreement to play at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium beginning in August, according…

The Canton Police Dartment needs your help locating five individuals they say are connected to a shooting that occurred last month in Canton. Police were dispatched to the 1200 block of Lippert Rd NE…

The Alliance Career Center has announced they will no longer provide adult education programs starting with the 2022-23 school year and beyond. One of the most well known adult education programs in…

Scott Hamilton, the school board president of Canton Local, faces a felony theft charge in Massillon which prompted an arrest warrant that was issued Wednesday, according to court records. Hamilton,…

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) arrested Andrew Williams, 28, on charges of complicity to commit murder. Williams, of Paris, was wanted by the Stark County Sheriff’s Office…

A 78-year-old man is behind bars for the shooting that injured another man at an Alliance gas station. Alliance Police arrested Charles Reed of Cenfield Street NE in Washington Township on an attempted…

The Canton Police Department is investigating an accident between a motorcycle and a car that left one man dead. Chief John Gabbard said that Rico Marshall, 36, of Canton was operating a 2007 Suzuki…

Three people have been charged in connection to the death of a man whose body was found on the side of a road in Canton Township on Tuesday, May 10. According to reports, the Stark County Sheriff’s…

The Alliance Police Department is currently working the scene of a shooting at the Bellstores gas station located at 2491 W. State St. Details are limited, but witnesses tell JMN that two men were talking…

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating a car accident that claimed the lives of two Canton residents Saturday night in Richland County. OSHP identified the deceased as Allison M. McCort,…

The Minerva Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Louisville Community Theatre, presents “Drop Dead” on Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4 and June 10 and 11, 7 p.m., in the Minerva High…

The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash between a motorcycle and a car that left a man seriously injured. The accident happened Monday at 6 p.m. on State Route 43 near…

Three men are behind bars in connection with the death of John Bashline II, 37, of Powhatan Point, who found dead behind Trinity Twin City Hospital in Dennison. Bashline was found dead in the back seat…

A three-year-old child was transported to Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital Sunday evening after police say they sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The accidental shooting occurred in the 3000…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a Canton Township homicide investigation. Deputies were dispatched to Hardington Avenue NE near 12th Street NE in Canton Township in…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a homicide in East Canton (Canton Township). Sheriff George Maier states that deputies were dispatched to Hardington Ave NE near 12th…

It didn’t take East Canton long to fill the police department’s vacant role of Chief following the March resignation of long-time chief Derrick Blake. At Monday’s (May 2) village council meeting,…

The Canton Police Department is investigating the city’s 9th homicide, claiming the life of a 25-year-old man. Police were dispatched to the Victory Square Apartment complex on Lippert Rd. NE for…

The Canton Police Department has arrested a second teenager in connection with the Monday murder of Sean Rex in northeast Canton. Police arrested Justice D. St. John, 18, of 11th St. NW Wednesday morning…

Federal agents with the United States Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested Darcell Lamont Anthony Jr., 19, of Canton on a murder charge. Anthony Jr. is accused of shooting and killing…

Canton Local Schools has announced the hiring of Jodi Forshey as head volleyball coach.Forshey has coached volleyball for over 30 years, beginning at Tusky Valley and most recently at Canton South.…

The Canton Police Department needs your help locating 19-year-old Darcell Lamont Anthony Jr, who is accused of a Monday afternoon murder. Police responded to 2100 block of 7th St. N.E for reports of…

The Canton Police Department says an attempted murder/felonious assault investigation has taken a turn after the shooting victim died weeks later. 26-year-old Dajuan T. Wheat of Canton was shot April…

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred in Wayne County on Saturday. The accident happened at the intersection ofWadsworth and Fulton Roads in Chippewa…

Village officials in Waynesburg are considering asking voters to approve a tax increase in an attempt to get more financial support for the police department. The issue would be on the Nov. 8 election…

As of Thursday, April 27, the ramp from State Route 43/Market Ave. northbound to U.S. 62 eastbound will be closed for a project that aims to "improve safety and reduce crashes." The project also includes…

A man from Canton died Saturday night as a result of an ATV accident in Osnaburg Township - just outside of East Canton. Steven Blouir was pronounced dead at the scene Saturday on State Route 172 at…

CANTON, Ohio - Cleveland Browns fullback Johnny Stanton visited Canton South High School on Friday to participate in the school's 'Dragons Cats' club, which includes students who play the fantasy role-playing…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a Massillon man dead Wednesday morning. Canton Police responded to a residence in the 1000 block of 3rd St. N.W just after 10 a.m.…

In a room full of Canton Local school community members, the Board of Education was addressed by a concerned community member and by Erin Cole, the now-former Head Volleyball Coach for the Lady Wildcats,…

The Canton Police Department have made an arrest in connection to a shooting that occurred Saturday morning. Officers were dispatched to the 3100 block of Gilbert Ave. just after 4 a.m. When they arrived…

(Photos courtesy of Scott Jones) Many Stark County residents through three cities woke up Tuesday morning to a white foaming substance - assumed to be soap suds. Initial reports indicated areas with…

For a week now, Canton police have had their new interactive SPIDR Tech software up and running. It gives text-message feedback to those calling 911 and making police reports. But there’s another…

Law enforcement are investigating a fatal accident that happened Friday morning in Massillon. Ohio State Highway Patrol said a man driving a black Honda Civid died after crashing into two utility poles…

The Canton Police Department arrested a suspect in the murders of two 19-year-old men March 28. The shooting occurred March 28 just before 3 p.m. at an apartment complex on Ellis Ave Northeast. Both…

NORTH CANTON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - A van was pulled from a pond at North Canton's Arrowhead Golf Club early Friday morning. North Canton authorities attempt to recover a crashed van that was…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a double homicide of two teenagers. The shooting happened in the 3500 block of Ellis Avenue NE on Monday afternoon, according to Chief Jack Angelo.…

In a recent school board meeting, the Minerva Local Board of Education unanimously approved Superintendent Gary Chaddock’s recommendation of Covid-19 appreciation pay for all active Minerva Local employees.…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office Metro Narcotics Unit along with Homeland Security Investigations, the United States Postal Service, FBI Safe Streets Task Force, the Canton City Police Department…

Canton Local's volleyball coach is without a job after a split vote by the board of education decided not to renew her contract. Erin Cole is the coach, she's also the wife of school board member Chris…

A Stark County businessman/developer is the new owner of the Waynesburg Plaza - the plaza that houses Subway and a KeyBank ATM in Sandy Township (southern Stark County). JMN Photos/Jordan Miller Grant…

The Amazon fulfillment center coming to Canton will open its doors in 2023 - a year later than originally scheduled. "We were hoping it would be done in the fall, but with a pretty aggressive timeline…

A Canton man will spend at least 71 years to life in prison for his involvement in a drive-by shooting last summer that left Jenny Norris dead. Terrel J. Lipkins, 23, was found guilty on charges of…

The Vice President of the Alliance City School District's Board of Education died unexpectedly this week, according to the school district's social media. Sally Ailes was been an educator in Alliance…

Area residents are now able to get on a waiting list for a new apartment complex coming to East Canton. Testa is the developer of a soon-to-be built apartment and condo development for 55-year-old and…

Start county sheriff deputies were dispatched to a home in the 5000 block of Oakhill Ave NE for a domestic violence incident. When they arrived, a 31-year-old woman from Alliance reported that her…

A Massillon man was arrested Wednesday morning at his home on child abuse charges, according to court records Mark B. Toland, 27, has been charged with felony endangering children after police believe…

A 23-year-old woman is facing sexual assault charges after police say she sexually assaulted residents at an assisted living facility she worked at in Massillon. Tiara Lynn Ford, 23, of Canton, was…

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…

Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers have charged a Canton man with operating under the influence, his 4th offense within 10 years. Jordan Morris, was arrested after being stopped on Interstate 77 southbound…

A Canton McKinley High School teacher has been suspended pending an investigation that appears to show her asking students if she can say a racial slur that is in a song. In a message to parents and…

CANTON, Ohio (Jordan Miller News) - A teenager who was shot in a northeast Canton neighborhood late Saturday night has died. Jacere Jones, 15, was pronounced dead at 11:37 a.m. on Monday at Akron Children's…

A family was displaced from their home Friday (Feb. 18) afternoon after a fire. Crews were dispatched to 7218 Ravenna Ave SE in Waynesburg for a reported garage fire just after 12 p.m.. When they arrived…

CANTON, Ohio (JMN SPORTS) - Canton City School District announced on Wednesday that the Feb. 18 McKinley-GlenOak boys' basketball game will now be a varsity-only contest with limited spectators. The…

CANTON, Ohio - A Canton man was killed in a hit-and-run accident on Monday night at the 1000 block of Market Avenue N, according to Canton police. Horace Jones, 66, was traveling southbound on the roadway…

Clay's Park is undergoing a name change, but vow to be the same park. Clay's Park will now be known as Clay's Resort Jellystone Park after joing the Yogi Bear Jellystone Park family. "While we'll…

Uniontown Police are investigating a shooting that left a 41-year-old man dead and put a 74-year-old behind bars. According to Stark County Jail records, police arrested Alfred L. Johnson around 7:30…

The Canton Police Department has identified the man who was left in critical condition following a hit-skip accident that occurred Tuesday night on Tuscarawas St West at Harrison Ave in Canton. The…

The individuals who work inside of a school building may be considered as just employees to those from the outside looking in. But to the students that operate inside those walls, some are considered…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run accident that left a man seriously injured. Details are limited at this time, but Lt. Dennis Garren told JMN that a 64-year-old Canton man…

Firefighters believe that an electrical outlet that was overloaded on the second floor claimed a Plain Township home on Monday afternoon. Fire came from the second floor window when crews from Plain…

The village of East Canton has a new mayor following the abrupt resignation of Kathleen Almasy. David Spencer, the Village Council president, moved into the role of mayor following Almasy's resignation.…

Carroll County Brown Local Schools - closed Carroll County Transit System - closed Carroll Hills Schools - closed Stark County Canton Local Schools - closed Stark State College-Main Campus…

Carroll County Carroll County Christian Academy - closed Brown Local Schools - closed Carrollton Ex. Village Schools - closed Stark County Kent State University-Stark Campus - closed Louisville…

Area municipalities are issuing parking bans to make way for street crews to clear the streets. The parking bans are issued until the following times. *CLARIFICATION - cities/villages/townships with…

The Canton Police Department announced that they arrested a second suspect in connection to the murder of 26-year-old Tiara Burch who found dead on the floor of her apartment January 19. Early in the…

Two parents under the age of 30 were arrested Tuesday by federal agents for the death of their infant child who died nearly three years ago. According to Stark County Jail records, Courtney A. Zufall,…

Members of the North Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested 17-year-old Ajani A. Smith for the shooting death of Terrell Lipkins, 51. Shortly after midnight on January 8, 2022, Smith and Craig Avery,…

The Massillon Police Department is investigating a stabbing that left one dead and two injured Monday evening. Officers responded to the 1800 block of Lake Trail NE at 3:36 p.m. where three injured…

Canton Police arrested a 38-year-old woman in connection to the homicide of 26-year-old Tiara Burch. Aja Miranda Lindsey, of Nicholas Place NW, was arrested Friday on complicity to murder charges related…

The Canton Police Department has announced the arrest of one of the two teen suspects accused of shooting and killing a 51-year-old Canton man earlier this month. Police were originally dispatched to…

The Canton Police Department is investigating the homicide of a 26-year-old woman Wednesday evening. Chief Jack Angelo said his department was dispatched to an apartment in the 500 block of 11 St. N.W.…

A Stark County resident has been selected as a presiding judge for Ohio’s Fifth District Court Of Appeals. Judge Earl E. Wise Jr. was selected to serve through the rest of this year as he was previously…

Just before midnight Saturday, the Canton Police Department responded to the 2200 block of Allen Ave SE for a car versus pole accident. When first responders with the Canton Fire Department arrived…

With construction continuing on new Meijer locations in Canton and Brunswick, the Midwestern grocery chain is looking to hire about 600 people. Meijer is looking to open locations on 3000 Center. Rd…

The Canton Police Department is investigating an accident that killed one person at the intersection of 4th St and Harrison NW after a stolen van crashed into another civilian vehicle. Chief Jack Angelo…

The Stark County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating an exchange of a firearm on the premises of a local school district. Deputies were called to a home on the 1600 block of Markley Street NW…

Canton Police have obtained a warrant for a second teenager in connection to a murder that occurred Saturday morning in the city. Police are currently searching for Craig D. Avery, a 16-year-old black…

Due to the Omicron variant of COVID-19 running rampant throughout the world, local hospitals and the Ohio National Guard in Stark County are working to find a new site for Coronavirus testing. The site…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that occurred following a road rage incident in Canton Township Sunday evening. Deputies were dispatched to a Marathon gas…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a shooting in the 3100 block of Gilbert Avenue NE. Officials responded to the area just after 12:30 A.M Saturday for reports of a man shot. When they arrived,…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Friday night in the 100 block of 17th St. N.W. just before 8 p.m. Officers were dispatched to the scene for reports of a shooting.…

The Ohio State Highway Patrol of Canton is investigating a two-vehicle accident that left a Canton man dead Saturday evening. Officials say Shannon L. Wilburn, 48, of Canton was driving a 1993 Ford…

A Canton city police officer has been placed on administrative leave following a shooting that left a suspect dead just minutes after the ball dropped to ring in the New Year. Chief Jack Angelo said…

CANTON - The family of a 17-year-old boy who was forced to eat pepperoni pizza filed a federal lawsuit against the Canton City School District on Wednesday. The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court…

A new business has come to Waynesburg and residents in surrounding areas.  A & D Bargain Outlet opened its doors in the former Dollar General store located at 7967 Minerva Rd Se in Waynesburg. …

A Canton man has been arrested following a shooting in Bethlehem Township early Wednesday morning. At approximately 6:37 a.m., Stark County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to the 9500 block of Sherman…

An employee died Monday morning after a workplace accident took place at Timken Steel’s Gambrinus finishing plant. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating the accident along…

Firefighters responded to Butterbridge Farms Pet Cemetery Wednesday evening for reports of a fire. Canal Fulton and Township firefighters were dispatched to the 5000 block of Butterbridge Rd. NW just…

A man was arrested by Stark County Sheriff Deputies Tuesday afternoon after reports of shots fired. Deputies were dispatched to the 7900 block of Woodrush Drive in Plain Township to reference to shots…

Two residents suffered smoke inhalation early Saturday morning after a fire at their home in the 12000 block of Baywood St SE. Minerva Fire Chief Aaron Stoller said his department responded to the…

Authorities have made an arrest in the 2009 disappearance of an Alliance-area teenager. Chief Deputy Ralph Spidalieri of the Portage County Sheriff's Office released this statement to social media…

The Minerva Local School District has requested additional officers after receiving information about an unspecified threat about school violencethrough social media to be carried out themorning of Thursday,…

A 13-year-old was arrested following an investigation of a threat directed at Edison Middle School, according to Perry Township Police. The department was notified around 4:30 p.m. about the social…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that left four people injured Friday night in Plain Township. Sheriff George Maier said deputies responded to the call of a single vehicle…

The Canton Police Department has made an arrest following a series of emails and a phone call threatening to "shoot up" a Goodwill Industries Store in the 400 block of 9th St. S.W. in Canton. Chief…

The Canton Police Department is investing the death of a 57-year-old man found shot to death Diana Place NW. The victim was identified as Otis Richard Keller. Keller’s body was found with a gunshot…

As the winter months approach, Covid-19 numbers are on the rise once again. The high volume of patients seeking treatment right now is causing long wait times at local hospitals in Stark County as they…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the downtown area Thursday night near the Light Up Downtown event. Details are limited at this time, but Canton Police Lt. Dennis…

Robert Torrence, 29, entered a guilty plea to involuntary manslaughter charges Tuesday for the killing of 27-year-old Devon Meredith of Massillon. The shooting happened at Torrence’s home in the…

Thanksgiving has come and gone. So, now it’s officially time to get ready for the upcoming holiday season. Allison Gromofsky is the Marketing Coordinator for Visit Canton and she spoke with Jordan…

The Massillon Police Department is warning against the latest TikTok challenge known as the 'Kool Aid Man Challenge'. The goal of the challenge is to replicate the '70s Kool-Aid commercials as teenagers…

Some people look to make a difference in the world.  Beth Humbert is one of those people.  She found the inspiration to change the world through her youngest daughter Caroline being involved…

Jonathan Stinnett, the man accused of kidnapping his neighbor, five-year-old Ana Grace Burke, is scheduled to be extradited back to Ohio next week. The 36-year-old suspect was arrested in Illinois…

A 25-year-old Plain Township man was arrested Tuesday night after a two-year-old girl was found wandering alone on U.S. Route 62. Stark County Jail records indicated that the man was watching the toddler…

A 71-year-old Canton man is dead after his car was struck head on by another vehicle Monday morning. The accident occurred near the intersection of State Route 241 and US Route 30 in Tuscarawas Township.…

An Ohio Amber Alert issued for a missing five-year-old girl from Stark County has been canceled after she was located safe in Illinois. Police say Ana Grace Burke was located Bloomington, Illinois after…

The Jackson Twp. Police Department has issued warrants for the arrest of Jonathan Stinnett, the man accused of abducting the five-year-old girl who is his neighbor. Family tell me that Stinnett is…

One local family is asking for any information that will lead to the location of the family’s five-year-old daughter. Ana Grace Burke, 5, was reported missing late Thursday night after she left a…

The Jackson Twp. Police Department are searching for six-year-old Ana Grace Burke and 36-year-old Jonathan Lee Stinnett, both reported missing from the the 7200 block of Fulton Drive, NW, at 6:15 pm Thursday…

Nine people are dead and countless others injured after a crowd surge at the Travis Scott AstroWorld Festival in Houston, Texas. Stark County teen Cooper Downerd was among the injured; he spoke with Jordan…

If you are heading to the Strip in North Canton, you may want to rethink due to a power outage that has left the area in the dark. According to AEP Ohio, nearly 2,000 homes and businesses have been…

A two-vehicle crash claimed the life of an 18-year-old man from Navarre Wednesday morning in Wayne County. The accident, which involved a pickup truck and a commercial truck, occurred on State Route 21…

The Canton Police confirm a 29-year-old Canton woman has died following a weekend shooting that left her and another man injured on Sunday. The woman, identified as Shanee L. Betz, was dropped off in…

Canton Police Chief Jack Angelo says two people were injured in a shooting Sunday night in the 1800 block of Spring Ave N.E. Chief Angelo reported that officers were dispatched to the area for reports…

A 51-year-old has died following a crash with his motorcycle and a minivan, according to Alliance Police. The man, who has not been publicly identified, was traveling eastbound in the 2500 block of…

Students, faculty and staff in the Salem City School District are mourning the loss of a teacher junior high and high school teacher. Kera Lemasters-Leskovec died in a head-on collision in Lexington…

The Canton Police Department says a Plain Township man died Tuesday night in a car accident on U.S. Route 62. The man, Joseph Hester, 50, of Cliftmont Avenue NE, died at the scene of the crash, which…

The Alliance Police Department announced the arrest of Danield F. Lattanzio, 27, who is accused of robbing the Rite Aid in Alliance located at E. State St and Arch Ave on Monday evening. Police claim…

UPDATE: The 2019 Nissan Altima was driven by Jonathan Walter, 28, of Alliance, Ohio. The 2015 Ford Fusion was operated by Kera Lemasters-Leskovec, 32, of Atwater, Ohio. Two drivers have died following…

The Canton Metro Crash Team is investigating a fatal crash involving a car and a motorcycle, according to Chief Jack Angelo. Canton Police responded to the crash at the intersection of 30th St and…

The City of Alliance Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred just before 9:30 p.m. at the Rite Aid located on State St. and Arch St. Police say the suspect entered the store…

A two-year-old child has died after being shot in the face in Canton. Canton Police Chief Jack Angelo said his department was dispatched to a home in the 1600 block of Royal Ave. NE after receiving…

A young boy was killed Monday evening at a home in the 1600 block of Royal Ave NE in Canton. Officials with the Stark County Coroner’s Office said a young boy was killed, but details of his death…

It's been 192 days since Richard Nelson walked into the Bob Evans at Lesh Street and U.S. Route 62 and shot his ex-lover, Rebecca Rogers, 38. Nelson was found guilty by a Stark County jury of the…

Some local businesses suffered damage from Thursday evening’s unexpected storms. The National Weather Service of Cleveland has confirmed a tornado touched down in Jackson Township. Royal Docks Brewing…

Nichalous Harvey, 37, of Canton, who was accused of shooting and killing Aaron Lucas in early August will not be indicted by the Stark County grand jury. A grand jury said there was not enough evidence…

Many industries have been impacted by the lack of willing workers, and the refuge industry wasn't missed. Kimble Companies is suffering a lack of drivers. Many Kimble Companies clients are watching…

The life of a Canton resident was claimed Monday afternoon after a fire broke out in a NW Canton home. Officials said a body, which is believed to be of the home's occupant, was found on the front…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim in Wednesday night’s fatal single-vehicle crash. The victim is Timothy Michael Wilson, 43, of Minerva. Deputies determined Wilson…

The Stark County Sheriff’s is investigating a car accident that left one person dead Wednesday night outside of East Canton in Osnaburg Township. Officials said they responded around 9:50 p.m. to…

Many have speculated, but the cat is out of the bag: Amazon is coming to Stark County. Amazon.com announced they will be occupying the warehouse planned for the former Skyland Pines Golf Club, JMN has…

The Magnolia Police Department are currently searching for a man and woman they say 'escaped apprehension from the Magnolia Police department during a traffic stop'. The man, Larry Tyler Carman, is…

The Canton Police Department told JMN that one person is dead following a semi-truck vs. pedestrian accident in Canton just after 1 a.m. Friday morning. Details are limited, but according to a press…

A former Sandy Valley teacher has accepted a guilty plea after being charged with multiple sex crimes involving a minor. Jason Neading, 39, of East Sparta was sentenced to four years in prison on a…

Stark County residents remain in the dark as to what Skyland Pines is being converted to after the selling of the location in September. Skyland Pines, home to one of the best golf courses in the area,…

A 74-year-old man died early Saturday morning after crashing his vehicle into a tree. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office said they were dispatched to the intersection of Robertsville Avenue Southeast…

An 82-year-old Alliance woman is being treated at Mercy Medical Center after her car was hit head on Thursday afternoon, leaving her with serious injuries. The crash occurred when a 2010 Jeep Patriot…

The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a plane crash that occurred Tuesday, just after 4 p.m. in a field northeast of East Sparta in Pike Township in Stark County. Officials…

North Canton has a “selfie-style” mural ready for the community. Don Hill, the owner of Art Uncorked Studio & Gallery in Jackson Township unveiled a mural depicting three iconic celebrities,…

UPDATE: The victim has been identified as Markis R. Hopkins, 16, of 1921 Otto Pl NE, Canton A local teenager is dead following a shooting in the 400 block of WC Henderson Ave NE Sunday afternoon.…

Just before 2 a.m. Friday morning, police were dispatched to 1431 Scoville Ave SW for reports of a shooting. When officers responded to the scene, they discovered a man inside the home with multiple…

Police have made another arrest in the federal investigation of a local Canton-area gang. The FBI, Canton Police and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives announced the arrest…

The Canton Police are investigating a homicide that occurred over the weekend. Police were dispatched to the 1200 block of 2nd St. SE for a reported shooting September 11 just before 2pm. Chief Jack…

Students were evacuated from Washington Elementary early Thursday morning after a work crew struck a gas line at the school in the Alliance area. According to a statement sent to family of the students,…

The Stark County Sheriff's Office arrived at a home in East Canton on Sunday to make an arrest of a local man, but it took extra man power to get him to comply, according to a release from the Stark County…

Have you seen this 18-year-old boy? The Marlboro Police Department is asking for help locating 18-year-old Daniel Horvath, 18, of Lexington Township. Daniel was last seen Saturday (Sept. 4) afternoon…

UPDATE: The passenger of the motorcycle, Lacy M. Mathess, has died as a result of her injuries from the crash that occurred Aug. 21. Two people were transported to the hospital following an accident…

On Wednesday evening, the Canton Local school district announced that they would be implementing a mandatory mask policy for all students and staff members. The mask mandate comes after 26 students…

An application will be presented to Minerva Village Council on Oct. 12 to determine if the Village of Minerva will be allowed to set up outdoor drinking areas for special events. The outdoor drinking…

The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating an accident that occurred in Stark County Monday that left one man dead. According to OSP, John Diamond of Tracy, California, was driving…

The Alliance City Schools are implementing a mask requirement for students and staff effective Friday (Aug. 27). District families received a message from Superintendent Robert Gress Thursday about…

UPDATE: The driver of the motorcycle, 67-year-old Charles R. Wise of Plain Township and the motorcycle passenger, 66-year-old Virginia E. Wise of Plain Township were pronounced deceased at the scene.…

A 10-year investigation concluded Tuesday morning with the arrest of a slew of self-claimed gang members who are a part of the “Shorb Blocc” gang. "Members of the 'Shorb Blocc' gang committed numerous…

Two people were transported to the hospital following an accident Saturday evening. The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash involving a motorcycle.…

The Stark County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate a crash that left a man in the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Sheriff George T. Maier says that his deputies responded to the 6700…

A Stark County man is heading to prison for the death of a 23-year-old woman. Mario Lerario, 40, is accused of hitting and killing Abby Vanest in November of 2020 while he was under the influence.…

Officials are investigating a motorcycle accident that left a 17-year-old boy dead Sunday afternoon. Canton Police Chief Jack Angelo says Gage A. Carroll, of Canton, died from injuries he sustained…

Two juveniles escaped the Stark County Attention Center on Sunday, according to the Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office. Following the escape from the center, the two juveniles allegedly stole a vehicle…

A man has surrendered and charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing Aaron Lucas.  Nichalous Harvey, 37, of Canton, is accused of shooting Lucas multiple times Sunday evening. He…

An arrest has been made in the Saturday evening shooting death of a 65-year-old woman who was fatally shot in her driveway. Police say Javier D. Blood, of 26th St. NE, was booked into the Stark County…

I was trying to think of an appropriate start to this piece but I believe the President of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, David Baker, said it best when he took the mic on Saturday night before the Class…

The father of Ace and ArCel Lucas was found dead in the driveway of a home located in the 10000 block of 13th St. NW Sunday evening, according to Canton Police. Aaron Lucas, 29, died after receiving…

A 65-year-old woman was shot to death Saturday night in the 100 block of Belden Avenue SE. inside her home. Canton police say the victim, Jenny B. Norris, was shot in the abdomen. No suspects have…

In a press release sent by the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in accordance with the latest health guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Canton…

An official with the Ohio State Highway Patrol confirmed to JMN that their department is currently on scene of a fatal two-vehicle accident in the Louisville area. The accident occurred Tuesday afternoon…

An East Canton man has died following a single-vehicle motorcycle accident in Paris Township on July 28. The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol says Roger L. Redman, 72, was operating a 1973…

The low vaccination rate and the substantial transmission of Covid in Stark County has the CDC urging residents to begin masking indoors again, regardless of their vaccination status. In May, the CDC…

A new facility for cancer patients is coming to Canton and the funding is complete. “Each gift and every dollar helped us reach this goal, and we are so grateful to the wonderful members of our community…

A wicked fire Close down Portage Street north West in Jackson Twp. Friday afternoon. Officials say that a vehicle was traveling down portage, when it crashed into a camper, forcing it to overturn.…

One local school district is taking a step they believe is necessary to protect students and staff from the spread of the coronavirus. Thursday evening, Canton City Schools announced they will require…

Matt Kiraly contributed to this story For students who are attending Walsh University in North Canton, there will be a unique opportunity to be awarded scholarship money. The university is planning…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Offiice has identified the four people who died in a two-vehicle accident just before 5 p.m. Thursday on State Route 153. Kyle Dougherty, 35, Diane Clark, 65, Charles Neff,…

Four people are dead following a multi-vehicle accident in Nimishillen Twp. At 4:57 p.m., the Stark County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a two-vehicle accident on SR 153, just 1/10th mile…

A 17-year-old Louisville boy died Thursday as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident Tuesday. Thomas Warner, of Louisville, was driving eastbound on Georgetown Rd, when troopers say he failed…

A family from Canton is mourning the loss of a 7-year-old child who died suddenly inside a vacation rental home Sunday evening. News outlets around the North Carolina Outer Banks say emergency workers…

Emergency personnel were dispatched to the 1600 block of Elberts Ave. SW for reports of a vehicle fire in North Canton. When they arrived on scene at 3:03 a.m., they discovered a SUV fully engulfed…

A lawsuit has been filed against many of the Canton City School Board of Education members, a former coach, an attorney and a player's parent. Former Canton McKinley head football coach and five of…

The Canton Police are still investigating a fatal shooting Saturday morning. Police say they were dispatched to the 900 block of 3rd St. NW for reports of shots fired. When they arrived, they located…

Two people are behind bars after a large fight/shooting at a local establishment in Alliance early Sunday morning. Police were dispatched to Elks Lodge Sunday morning just after midnight after receiving…

A two-vehicle crash claimed two lives Sunday afternoon. Brittany Spohn, 36, of Ravenna, was driving east on Ohio 14 when she lost control of her vehicle. She crossed the center line and collided westbound…

Members of the Alliance Police Department are investigating a shooting that occurred at Elks Lodge on Ash St. late Saturday night/early Sunday morning, dispatched confirmed to JMN. Details are very…

The Canton Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday morning. According to Chief Jack Angelo, his department was dispatched to the 900 block of 3rd St. NW for reports…

A change of plea has come in a brutal Stark County case. Travonce Backie, the man accused of beating 85-year-old Ralph White so bad he nearly died, has changed his plea from not guilty by reason of…

A 33-year-old Alliance man died Wednesday evening after being involved in a single-vehicle crash in Perry Township, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The driver of the vehicle, identified…

Quarantine was a time period for people to dive into a new hobby.  For 28 year-old Sierra Lepley, that new hobby was baking.  The Alliance native and Canton resident works as a full-time…

The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner has identified a Canton area teen who drowned Monday in Lake Erie. Omarion Baker, 13, was swimming at Villa Angela Beach in Cleveland when he went under water just…

The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident that left one man dead and another man behind bars. The accident occurred around 3 a.m. Monday morning in the area…

The Canton Police have arrested a man in connection with an April murder. On April 27, 2021, police responded to the 600 block of Cleveland Ave. SW for reports of an unconscious man. When they arrived,…