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,…

Emergency personnel are on scene of several locations in Stark County due to high waters caused by a fast and heavy downpour of rain Wednesday evening. The Belden Village Mall area was impacted heavily…

Yes, people will steal just about anything. The Canton Township Road and Parks Department is asking for the return of stolen flags that were placed along Faircrest Ave in honor of the 4th of July Holiday.…

Thomas Humphrey, 48, was arrested by Canton Police Wednesday night in the murder of Devon Meredith. Humphrey was charged with Complicity to Commit Murder after police responded to a fatal shooting Monday…

The Canton City School Board voted unanimously to terminate three of the six former assistant McKinley football coaches from their district employment - separate from their previous coaching jobs.…

One of the two suspects in the murder of 27-year-old Devon Meredith of Massillon has turned himself in, according to Canton Police Lt. Dennis Garren. Robert L. Torrence II, 29, who has been charged…

The Canton Police Department has obtained arrest warrants for two men who they believe were involved in the murder of a Massillon man in a Canton home. Police are searching for Robert L. Torrence, 29,…

The Canton Police Department is investigating the death of a 27-year-old. Police were dispatched to a home in the 1400 block of 6th St NW after a caller said a man had been assaulted in the home. When…

The Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office was requested for assistance in an investigation Monday in Uniontown. The Uniontown Fire Department responded to a fully involved house fire in the 3900 block…

The Jackson Township Police Department has identified the deceased in Sunday’s suspected triple murder-suicide. Chief Mark Brink says when his department responded for a welfare check, they located…

The Jackson Twp. Police department is currently investigating after four family members were found dead in the 6800 block of Salerno St, NW. Chief Mark Brink said his department was requested to the…

The Canton City School District has released the video of the entire incident involving several coaches who allegedly forced a player to consume a pepperoni pizza against despite him vocalizing his religious…

One person is dead after officials with the Stark County Sheriff’s Office say they responded to a shooting in the 700 block of West Common Street NE in Plain Township. The shooting occurred around…

At the center of an investigation that has captured much of Northeast Ohio, former Canton McKinley head football coach Marcus Wattley has decided to speak out after the Canton City School Board fired…

Federal agents are asking for your help in located a man wanted for an assault and robbery. The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a money reward for information that leads to the…

Canton City Schools Superintendent Jeff Talbert tells JMN that the school district has concluded their investigation into head coach Marcus Wattley and seven other coaches who forced a player to consume…

A Canton mother has been charged with child endangering, felonious assault and domestic violence after Canton Police say she placed her children in danger by "throwing one out the second story window."…

More details are being released regarding the suspension of eight McKinley football coaches, including the team's head coach. The family of a Canton McKinley football player has obtained an attorney…

Canton Police tell JMN that their department is conducting a death investigation after a female body was located in the 1600 block of 4th St SE Monday. The identity of the female has not been released…

Canton McKinley’s Head Football Coach and seven other coaches have been placed on administrative leave, according to a statement released to JMN. An official with the school says Marcus Wattley,…

It’s a dream come true for many crafters in the area. Hobby Lobby will be opening a store in Jackson Township - it’s first in Stark County. The popular craft retail store filed paperwork with…

The Canton Township Fire Department and multiple other departments remain on scene of a large fire at PSC Metals at Varley and Gambrinus SW. An official with Canton Township Fire says a large amount…

Like many around the globe, the Daystar Auto Family suffered an unbearable loss at the hands of Covid-19 in 2020. Tom Utley, a 49-year-old manager at Daystar’s North Canton location, died in December…

William D. Boggs, 43, of N. Mill St. in Waynesburg was arrested by federal agents Tuesday morning after a swat situation. Anne Murphy, spokeswoman for the US Marshals, tells JMN that Boggs was at the…

The scene is clear in Waynesburg after a swat situation forced a heavy police presence Tuesday morning. Dispatch tells JMN that Canton Swat, the US Marshals, Waynesburg police, Stark County Sheriff’s…

A Doylestown man was arrested Friday in connection to a homicide in the 300 block of 9th St SE in Canton. Canton police were dispatched to the area in reference to an unresponsive man who suffered…

A Waynesburg man is behind bars after court documents say he held a 17-year-old girl captive at an oil well site. According to Canton Municipal Court records, Samuel Bowles, 27, was charged with kidnapping,…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office said a 23-year-old Canton man died Wednesday in a two-vehicle accident that occurred at 11:59 in Plain Township. Investigators say Alexander R. Anderson of Canton…

Two men are in the hospital following a shooting outside of East Canton in Canton Township on Wednesday afternoon. According to a press release from the Stark County Sheriff's Office, deputies were…

A Canton mother is behind bars after police believe she killed her infant child by assaulting him with several pieces of household furniture Monday evening. Chief Jack Angelo said his officers responded…

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating Robert Leach, 87, of Navarre. Officials say Leach left his Navarre home around 8:30 Thursday morning to go to Acme on Whipple Ave. NW. He…

Canton Police and fire responded to a residence in the 600 block of Cleveland Ave SW due to a call about an unconscious man. When emergency personnel arrived, the man was dead. Police said he appeared…

The Stark County Prosecutor's office, in conjunction with the Canton Police Department will be hosting a community gun buyback on Saturday, May 15th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m at the Canton Civic Center…

Jason Neading remains in the Stark County Jail after being arrested Friday night on a rape charge involving a minor. Neading was a teacher at the Sandy Valley Middle School before the district accepting…

Richard Nelson, the 54-year-old suspect in the fatal shooting at Bob Evans Friday morning, pled not guilty to an aggravated murder charge Tuesday morning. Nelson is accused of shooting and killing his…

The US Marshal have confirmed to JMN that Aaron Pierre Thomas, 33, died last week while being treated at an area hospital with multiple gunshot wounds from a March 24 incident. Thomas died Thursday.…

Richard Nelson, the 54-year-old accused of fatally shooting and killing Rebecca Rogers, 38, inside a Bob Evans Friday morning, was 'unavailable' to appear for his scheduled court arraignment Monday morning.…

A three-year-old is in serious condition after a being struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon while riding their bike in the 300 Block Of Arlington Ave NW in Canton. Details remain limited but Lt. Dennis…

Jason M. Neading, 39, a Sandy Valley Middle School teacher, was arrested Friday night after a sex-related investigation. Neading, of East Sparta, was booked into the Stark County Jail on a rape charge,…

A day full of searching has come to an end after a Friday morning murder at the Bob Evans on Lesh St SE near 62 in Canton. Canton police say Richard James Nelson, 54, was arrested nearly 12 hours…

Canton Police responded to the Bob Evans on Lesh St in Canton just before 10 am Friday morning for reports of a shooting. Police say that a man, now identified as Richard James Nelson, walked into…

The suspect accused of hitting 23-year-old Abby Vanest’s vehicle and killing her will face trial in May. Stark County Common Pleas Judge Chyrssa Harnett scheduled Mario Lerario’s trial date to…

Jason McDermitt was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday afternoon. McDermitt was convicted on April 8 for the shooting death of Morgan Fox. He was found guilty on charges of aggravated…

The Jackson Twp. Fire Department confirmed to JMN that a man is dead after his boat capsized in a pond on Wednesday morning. Chief Timothy G. Berczik said that an 'elderly man' died as a result of the…

Update (7:20 p.m. April 9, 2021): The Amber Alert has been canceled and the boys are now back with their mother, Jackson Twp. police confirm. An Amber Alert was issued but later canceled after Jackson…

Thursday afternoon, Jason McDermitt was found fuilty on charges of Aggravated Murder and Firearm Specification and Menancing by Stalking after shooting and killing Morgan Fox, 29, in North Canton. Police…

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting the death of a juvenile believed to be from Marlington High School. OSHP says the teenager was driving a 2011 Kia Optima when he was reportedly seen speeding…

Sources tell JMN that Mario Lerario, the suspect in the fatal hit-and-run of Abby Vanest, did not show for his Friday morning arrangement but he did write in a not guilty plea the night before. Lerario…

The Jackson Township police department is investigating a shooting that occurred at Christie's Cabaret near Belden Village on Everhard Rd. The police department isn’t releasing much info, but dispatch…

Jackson Twp. police have announced the arrest of Mario Donald Lerario in the December death of Abby Vanest, 23. Police say Lerario was driving over 95 MPH an hour when his vehicle crashed into Vanest’s…

A Canton man is in custody following a narcotics investigation. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office Metro Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at a home in the 2100 block of Harrison Ave. SW. in…

A Virginia man who was allegedly involved in a shootout with US Marshals in Canton was convicted in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy in Virginia in 2017. Court records show that Aaron Pierre…

A US Marshal agent was left injured Wednesday evening after a shootout with a suspect in Canton. According to the U.S. Marshals Service, agents were serving an arrest warrant on a suspect out of Virginia.…

Officials have confirmed that a US Marshal was shot while serving an arrest warrant in the 1700 block of Regent Avenue in Canton. Canton police also say that the suspected shooter was also shot. The…

Friday afternoon, the US Marshals arrested Yousif Alhallaq MD on charges of attempted murder and two counts of felonious assault at his place of business. Alhallaq is accused of trying to cause death…

UPDATE: The family of Nickolas Hamilton says he has been found safe and in contact with family members. ORIGINAL STORY: The Stark County Sheriff's office is searching for a Louisville man who was last…

The City of North Canton Police Department identified a juvenile suspect responsible for a social media threat alleging they were going to shoot up Hoover High School. Police say a tip was received…

Students in the Louisville City School District will be home on Wednesday, March 10 as several staff members recover after receiving the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to the school's…

Jackson Township Police have confirmed the body of Jane McClelland was discovered Sunday morning behind The Strip in Canton near Stark State College. McClelland, 64, was reported missing Friday by…

Seven Sandy Valley wrestlers are heading to the state tournament, a new school record for the Cardinals. The previous record was four state qualifiers. Brandon Boggs, Brody Marks, Bam Moyer, Devon Watkins,…

The Thursday morning arraignment court hearing for Travonce Backie, the man accused of brutally beating an 85-year-old man, has been delayed due to quarantine. Backie is charged with attempted murder…

If you're traveling along I-77 near Route 800, you may notice something a little off. No, it's not a mobile office, it's a small house sitting in a construction zone. Ohio Department of Transportation…

Canton police have announced they are looking for 32-year-old Travonce R. Backie in connection to an assault that left 85-year-old Ralph White hospitalized. Warrants for Attempted Murder (F1) and Felonious…

WARNING: THIS STORY MAY CONTAIN GRAPHIC CONTENT Canton police are investigating an assault after an 85-year-old man was beat so badly after a car accident, he was left hospitalized. Police say the…

Stark County Sheriff George Maier announced on Monday that his office has released a new smartphone application to “further serve the citizens of Stark County.” The goal of the app is to better…

A virtual public involvement meeting is scheduled for Feb. 25 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the U.S. 30 Roadway Relocation Project. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation's website, "the…

Updated information (2/18/2021 3:56 p.m.): Jackson Twp. Police has made contact with the person identified as the ‘owner’ of the wild cat. The person told police he has never kept large cats nor does…

An arrest has been made in connection with several burglary reports in Plain Township, according to the Stark County Sheriff's Office. Abel Owens was arrested during an active burglary Friday, February…

Craig A. Wells, 39, of North Olmsted was arrested Tuesday night after driving his vehicle through road barriers and closure signs, colliding head-on with a parked Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)…

21-year-old Gage Woods has been charged with Felonious Assault (F2) after being arrested in connection to a shooting that left a juvenile injured. On Monday, February 8th, 2021, deputies responded to…

An official with the Stark County Sheriff’s office tells JMN that one person sustained non-life threatening injuries after being shot in the leg Monday afternoon. Authorities responded to the 12000…

Stark County Sheriff deputy Hiller was responding to an emergency call at 1:38 Friday morning when she lost control of her vehicle on the slush/ice covered road in Osnaburg Township along State Route…

On Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021 at 1:07 a.m., Stark County sheriff deputies responded to a shooting at a home in the 2300 block of 44th Street NW. Deputies located a male victim with multiple gunshot…

While parked on a closed portion of I-77, a Canton police cruiser was damage and an officer injured when a suspected impaired driver drove through barricades, according to Canton police. Officials…

Four individuals were arrested by the Stark County Sheriff's office in connection with a string of break-ins and thefts that occurred in Tuscarawas Township from Nov. 8, 2020 to Jan. 18, 2021. Deputies…

An Alliance High School student was arrested Wednesday afternoon after a gun was found in the waistband of his pants. Alliance police is handling the investigation, and they said a .22 caliber handgun…

A motorist has been charged with an OVI, driving with a suspended drivers license and failure to keep an assured cleared distance (ACDA) after crashing into a Louisville (OH) police cruiser early Sunday…

Canton police tell JMN that they were dispatched to the 2100 block of Tuscarawas St E. to investigate a shooting Thursday at 8:30 am. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old female dead in the…

ALLIANCE – Portia Johnson, the principal at the Alliance Alternative Academies in the Alliance City School district, was saddened and disappointed after waking up to hateful, racist and demeaning images…

Late Monday night, the home of an Alliance City School staff member was allegedly vandalized. The vandalization included hateful language, including the use of the 'n-word'. Alliance City School district…

UPDATE: A police report identifies the driver of the vehicle as 34-year-old Darling Ove of 13th Street NW, Canton. Canton Police are investigating after a single-car accident left a 34-year-old woman…

The Canton Police Department is investigating after the body of a man was found in Canton in the Nimishillen Creek under I-77. Canton Police Lt. Dennis Garren tells JMN they are not releasing the victims…

An 84-year-old woman who sustained injuries from a hit-and-run on Jan. 5th has died, according to the Canton Police Department. Police have identified the suspected vehicle involved in the fatal hit-and-run…

28-year-old Jacob T. Stockdale will have four extra months before facing trial in the double murder of his mother, Kathryn Stockdale, 54, and his younger brother, james Stockdale, 21. Stockdale is accused…

Jackson Twp. police say that Mario Lerario (the suspect in a fatal hit & run that killed Abigail Vanest Nov. 21) has been admitted to an out of state hospital for treatment. Mr. Lerario has retained…