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Stark County

Stark County pastor accused of kidnapping, sexually abusing minor

A Stark County pastor is facing multiple charges, including kidnapping and sexual abuse, after allegedly taking a 14-year-old girl against her will and engaging in sexual contact…

February 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

white chickens and rooster walking on green grass.

Stark County

Bird flu detected in Stark County backyard poultry flock; five chickens killed

A backyard poultry flock in Stark County has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. The National Veterinary…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Misunderstanding at Muskingum University leads to shelter-in-place order

A shelter-in-place order at Muskingum University on Monday evening stemmed from a misunderstanding that was overheard during dinner, according to Muskingum County Sheriff Matt…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Northwestern delivers massive blow to Ohio State's March Madness hopes

In a decisive Big Ten matchup on Thursday, February 20, the Northwestern Wildcats delivered a 70-49 victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena in Columbus. This win…

February 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Heritage at Great Trail to bring new dining experience to Minerva golf course

A new restaurant is coming to Great Trail Golf Course in Minerva, as husband-and-wife team Gina Vizzo and Brent Bratu prepare to launch Heritage at Great Trail in late spring or…

February 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Young, but experienced Carrollton team advances to district championship under first-year coach Mikayla Poole

The Carrollton girls basketball team is returning to the district championship for the second consecutive season, this time under first-year head coach Mikayla Poole. Poole, a…

February 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Report: Two dead after planes collide midair in southern Arizona

Two people are dead after a midair collision involving two small planes near an airport on the outskirts of Tucson, authorities said Wednesday, according to an AP News report. The…

February 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Newcomerstown to retain police department despite staffing challenges

Village officials have decided to keep the local police department despite recent staffing shortages, including the resignation of the police chief. Newcomerstown leaders had…

February 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local woman killed in Stark County crash, others injured; victim identified

A Canton woman died Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on State Route 172, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 3:11 p.m. near Perry Drive…

February 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area school closings: Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025

Local schools are announcing school closures for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 due to predicted low temperatures. Alliance City Schools Canton City Schools Canton Local Schools…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting after firing at Akron Police

A man in his 30s was fatally shot by Akron police Thursday morning after he fired at officers during a traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle, authorities said. According to…

February 17, 2025 · Timothy

Stark County

Local suspect now facing rape charge in connection to missing teen case

A man accused of taking a missing 14-year-old girl from Illinois to Stark County is now facing a rape charge after authorities say he engaged in sexual conduct with the teen at a…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Authorities continue homicide investigation after body found in Carroll County

A man found shot in the head and wrapped in a tarp near a Carroll County roadway earlier this month had been living in Coshocton, according to Coshocton County Sheriff Christopher…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Stark County teacher charged in DUI crash with son in car that left man with fractured spine

A GlenOak High School social studies teacher is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly driving under the influence and causing a crash that seriously injured…