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Woman shot, killed at Akron bar, suspect arrested and charged with murder

A 28-year-old is behind bars after shooting and killing a woman in Akron, according to police. Police were dispatched to the Heights Bar and Grill in the 1300 block of Newton…

April 9, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

35-year-old shot to death in Canton; victim identified

The Canton Police Department is investigating another homicide in the city. Officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of Otto Pl N.E. for reports of a shooting at 12:38 Friday…

April 7, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Carrollton shutouts Marlington 5-0 in baseball action

Carrollton’s baseball team won in shutout fashion against Marlington Wednesday evening with a 5-0 victory. The Warriors had dropped a 6-3 game to the Dukes the night before, but…

April 6, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

Electric companies bracing for incoming storm, possible power outages again

AEP Ohio is preparing for the chance of another string of power outages in the area as threat of severe weather and strong winds loom once again. "Our crews are preparing their…

April 5, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

78-year-old Stark County man sentenced to life in prison for killing two women

A Jackson Township man is going to spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of murdering two women decades ago. Gus Sapharas, 78, of Jackson Township was…

April 5, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

Threats of strong winds, tornadoes to impact Northern Ohio on Wednesday

The Stark County Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service of Cleveland are issuing warnings ahead of expected severe weather set to hit the area Wednesday. The…

April 5, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

Akron police arrest 'serial rapist' who targeted rideshare users

Akron police arrested a 24-year-old man they are calling a 'serial rapist.' Officials say Mohamed Reeda, of Akron, said the man was a driver for a rideshare service. It’s alleged…

April 4, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Petro strikes out 11 in Sandy Valley win; Cardinals move to 4-0

Sandy Valley's baseball team improved to 4-0 on the season with a 4-3 victory over Ridgewood Monday evening. "I could not be more proud of our team through four games," Sandy…

April 4, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

New Ohio bill banning texting and driving goes into effect Tuesday

Starting April 4 in Ohio, texting while driving will become a primary offense in the state - meaning law enforcement can pull you over if they see you using your cell phone while…

April 3, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

AEP Ohio: Power to be out in some areas until Tuesday

Some Ohio residents may be without power until Tuesday, according to a statement from AEP Ohio. As wind gusts reached up to 60 mph on Saturday, hundreds of power poles were…

April 3, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

16-year-old killed in Wayne County single-vehicle crash

A 16-year-old driver died after crashing his truck, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The teen was driving a Chevrolet Silverado eastbound around Evans Road when he went…

April 1, 2023 · Jordan Miller

News

Weather update: Wind gusts up to 60 MPH to impact the area Saturday

The first day of April will be accompanied by strong winds on Saturday. Parts of Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas counties can experience high wind gusts up to 60 mph, according to…

March 31, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Hornets down Hawks 10-4 behind Kidder's seven strikeout performance

The Malvern Hornets (1-2) clinched their first victory of the season with a 10-4 win over the Hiland Hawks Thursday. Kathryn Kidder went the distance on the mound for the Hornets,…

March 31, 2023 · Jordan Miller

National News

Nine soldiers killed after two helicopters crash during training mission in Kentucky

A helicopter crash in Kentucky claimed the lives of nine American soldiers, according to a statement posted on the U.S. Army Fort Campbell Facebook page. The nine crew members…

March 30, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Pregnant woman hospitalized after being shot in Canton; suspect remains on the run

A woman who was seven-months pregnant was seriously injured after being shot while in a vehicle Monday morning. According to Canton Police Chief John Gabbard, the victim was…

March 30, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

$1 million wrongful death suit refiled against Canton, police in 2022 death of city man

A one-million dollar wrongful death lawsuit has been re-filed against the city of Canton and officers in the fatal shooting of James Williams. Williams' widow, Marquetta Williams,…

March 29, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Frazier goes the distance in Minerva's 9-3 win over United

The Minerva Lions (1-2) secured their first win of the season with a 9-3 victory over the United Eagles (1-1) Tuesday evening. Minerva senior Isaiah Frazier earned the win from…

March 29, 2023 · Jordan Miller

National News

Multiple children killed in Tennessee school shooting, gunman dead

(Photo courtesy: Metro Nashville PD) At least three children and three adult staff members were killed Monday after a gunman opened fire at a Tennessee Christian elementary…

March 27, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Family killed in Jackson Twp fire identified

A day after a family of four died in a Jackson Township house fire has been identified. The victims have been identified as Jeffery and Talina Hawk, and their two children, ages…

March 27, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Suspect arrested in early March murder of Canton man

A 20-year-old is facing multiple charges in connection to the shooting death of a Canton earlier in the month. On March 10, Steven Troyer, 55, of Canton was shot multiple times…

March 27, 2023 · Jordan Miller