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At least one officer shot in Sunday night Rittman shooting; BCI investigating

At least one police officer was shot during an officer-involved shooting Sunday night, July 5, in Rittman, as state investigators work to determine exactly what happened.…

July 6, 2026 · Jordan Miller

National News

Four family members charged after 16 children found living in 'deplorable conditions' at Ohio home

Four members of the same family have been charged after authorities say 16 children were found living in what investigators described as some of the worst conditions they have…

July 1, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Three killed in early morning hotel fire in Wayne County

Three people were killed in an early Wednesday morning fire at a hotel in Wayne County, authorities said. Deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched around…

July 1, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

15-year-old shot to death after friend was attacked by dog in Akron

A 15-year-old boy died after a shooting Tuesday evening in Akron that also left a dog wounded, according to the Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office. Authorities said the…

July 1, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Four missing Akron juveniles found safe; police say no abduction occurred

Four juveniles reported missing in Akron have been found safe, and investigators say they were not kidnapped or abducted, despite speculation that circulated on social media…

June 30, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

OHSAA officially sanctions girls flag football as varsity sport beginning in 2026-27

Girls flag football will officially become a sanctioned high school sport in Ohio beginning with the 2026-27 school year after the Ohio High School Athletic Association Board of…

June 24, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man, nonprofit indicted in alleged theft of charitable donations

A Stark County man and the nonprofit organization he founded have been indicted on allegations they stole approximately $375,000 in charitable donations over a three-year period,…

June 18, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says state should end the death penalty

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said Tuesday that he now believes the state should eliminate the death penalty, marking a significant shift from a position he once championed as a…

June 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Massillon husband and wife killed in weekend motorcycle crash

A Massillon man and woman died after a motorcycle crash Saturday afternoon in Holmes County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at about 3:33 p.m. June…

June 14, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County 18-year-old charged with murder in Cuyahoga Falls shooting

An 18-year-old Canton man has been charged with murder following a fatal shooting Friday afternoon in Cuyahoga Falls, according to police. The shooting was reported around 2:15…

June 13, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Juveniles arrested after shots fired near local school,police say

Two juveniles were arrested and firearms were recovered following a shots-fired incident near Lane Field that left a teenage girl injured, according to police. Officers responded…

June 11, 2026 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Alliance police sergeant charged following off-duty arrest

An Alliance police sergeant is facing criminal charges after authorities say he was involved in a crash and subsequent foot pursuit in Mahoning County earlier this month. Sgt.…

June 10, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area tracksters reach podium, advance to finals at OHSAA State Meet after Day 1

The opening day of the OHSAA Track and Field State Championships produced a state championship, several All-Ohio performances and multiple athletes advancing to championship…

June 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Three hospitalized with critical injuries following early morning crash in Columbiana Co.

Three people suffered critical injuries in a two-vehicle crash early Wednesday in Columbiana County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers responded shortly after 1…

June 3, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Federal investigation leads to arrest of Stark County volunteer assistant fire chief

A Washington Township volunteer assistant fire chief has been suspended following his arrest in a federal investigation involving allegations of child sexual abuse material.…

June 2, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Best of the Best: Area athletes set for OHSAA Track and Field State Championships

Athletes from 42 local schools and programs will compete this week at the Ohio High School Athletic Association State Track and Field Championships at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium…

June 2, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Akron Police investigating fatal morning shooting on Kenmore Boulevard

Akron police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday morning in the 800 block of Kenmore Boulevard. Police said officers responded around 10:01 a.m. May 27…

May 27, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Local woman among 8 indicted in Ohio Medicaid fraud, theft crackdown

Eight people have been indicted in Ohio in connection with alleged Medicaid fraud and theft schemes that prosecutors say cost the government health-care program and vulnerable…

May 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Salem Super Cruise to go without DORA as city shifts decision to event organizers

Salem event organizers will now decide whether the city’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area will be part of their events after City Council approved changes to the event…

May 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Woman killed in Columbiana County crash involving semi-truck

A 58-year-old Campbell woman died after a collision involving a semi-truck Monday morning in Mahoning County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Yolanda Medina Matos was…

May 18, 2026 · Jordan Miller