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Tuscarawas County

Sheriff: Woman injured in shooting by ex-boyfriend in Tuscarawas County; suspect in custody

Authorities say a woman is recovering after she was injured in an apparent shooting early Sunday morning by her ex-boyfriend in Tuscarawas County. The Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s…

July 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Mother, stepfather charged in fatal Canton stabbing of 30-year-old woman

Canton Police have arrested and charged the mother and stepfather of a 30-year-old woman who died after being stabbed during an argument earlier this week. Terri L. Niner, 49, has…

July 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Child injured after bullet explodes while striking it with hammer in Tuscarawas Co.

A 9-year-old boy was hospitalized Thursday evening after being injured by shrapnel from a .22 caliber bullet he had been striking with a hammer near a shed in Wayne Township,…

July 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton woman dies after stabbing, victim identified; police investigating

A 30-year-old woman has died after being stabbed Thursday morning on the northeast side of the city, according to the Canton Police Department. Chief John Gabbard said officers…

July 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Lyme disease cases on the rise in Tuscarawas County, health officials urge precaution

The Tuscarawas County Health Department (TCHD) is reporting a significant spike in Lyme disease cases, with a 44% increase in suspected cases during the first half of 2025…

July 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton man killed in industrial accident at Canton Drop Forge

A 37-year-old Canton man was killed Monday evening in a workplace accident at Canton Drop Forge, according to local authorities. Daniel Chavez died of blunt force trauma after…

July 9, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Thousands of mink released from Massillon farm in suspected overnight trespass

Authorities are investigating after approximately 2,000 mink were released from a Massillon-area farm in what is being described as a deliberate criminal act. According to Fur…

July 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas County man, 37, dies after becoming trapped under vehicle while working on it

A 37-year-old man died Saturday evening after becoming trapped under a vehicle he was working on at his home in Tuscarawas County, according to the sheriff’s office. The…

July 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Fireworks incident injures one, sparks garage fire at Stark County home

One person was injured and a detached garage was damaged following a fireworks-related incident in Nimishillen Township on Thursday night, according to fire officials. The…

July 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas County toddler killed in “unprovoked” dog attack

A 1-year-old girl was killed Wednesday after being attacked by the family’s pit bull at their Dover Township home, according to the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office. Detective…

July 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton police charge ex-boyfriend with murder in disappearance of Ryan T. Godbey

The disappearance of 26-year-old Ryan T. “JJ” Godbey has officially become a homicide investigation, Canton Police Chief John Gabbard announced Thursday. Police have charged…

July 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

ryan “jj” godbey vigil darlin’s crew 304 cherry ave ne canton, oh. 44702 07/02/2025

Stark County

‘We want Ryan to come home’: Community gathers for vigil, benefit honoring missing Canton performer

As the search for Ryan T. “JJ” Godbey nears the end of its second week, the close-knit community the 26-year-old Canton resident called home has united to raise both awareness and…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Authorities: Stark Co. hospital chaplain found with thousands of child sex abuse images

A Beloit man identified by authorities as a hospital chaplain has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to child sexual abuse material following a law enforcement…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Man arrested after gunshot fired inside Aultman Orrville Hospital ER

A Wooster man was taken into custody Wednesday night after police say he fired a gunshot inside the emergency department at Aultman Orrville Hospital. According to the Orrville…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Fourth of July fireworks guide: Dates and times for Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas Counties

Quick! Think Fourth of July — what’s the first mental image that comes to mind? If your mind conjured colorful fireworks displays, you’re not alone. These visual and aural…

July 1, 2025 · Ray Sarvis

Stark County

‘We just want Ryan home’: Search continues for Canton's Ryan Godbey last seen June 19

The mother of a missing 26-year-old Canton man is pleading for help as police continue searching for her son, who disappeared under suspicious circumstances more than a week ago.…

June 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Truck driver sentenced to 18 months for crash that killed six Tusky Valley students, adults

A truck driver convicted in a fiery crash that killed six people — including three Tuscarawas Valley High School students — has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, with credit…

June 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Six killed in small plane crash shortly after takeoff in Trumbull County

Six people were killed Sunday morning when a small twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after taking off from Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, authorities said. The crash…

June 29, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man, 55, killed in fiery crash involving semi in Harrison Co.

A Canton man was killed Friday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash involving two SUVs and a semi-truck hauling a crane on State Route 151 in Harrison County, according to the Ohio…

June 28, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Details: Aultman Hospital tech shot after patient struggles with security guards

A hospital technician was shot Friday night during a struggle inside Aultman Hospital, prompting a swift law enforcement response and the arrest of a suspect, according to Canton…

June 28, 2025 · Jordan Miller