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Stark County

Student arrested after loaded gun found in backpack at Lake Middle/High School

A 17-year-old student at Lake Middle/High School was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies found a loaded handgun in his backpack, according to the Stark County Sheriff’s…

April 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Photos: Strong wind storm tears through Tuscarawas County, knocking down trees

A storm with wind gusts over 70 mph ripped through Tuscarawas County late Tuesday afternoon, leaving lots of damage and trees down in the area. New Philadelphia Uhrichsville Dover…

April 29, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Louisville boys basketball Coach Tom Siegfried resigns after historic state title run

Louisville Leopards head boys basketball coach Tom Siegfried has announced his resignation, just a month after leading the program to its first-ever state championship. In a…

April 28, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

One seriously injured, several rescued in Canton apartment fire

Several people were rescued and one man was seriously injured after a fire broke out early Sunday morning at a multi-unit apartment building in Canton. The Canton Fire Department…

April 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Portion of road sinks, forcing immediate closure in Canton

A portion of 15th Street NW between Woodland Avenue and Cleveland Avenue has sunk, prompting city officials to close the road Friday. The cause of the sinking remains under…

April 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Ohio teachers can now retire earlier as STRS board approves $1.84 billion benefit boost

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) board has approved a $1.84 billion benefits package that will boost retirement perks for educators and retirees, following a…

April 23, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Woman accused of attacking 11-year-old at Canton park, telling mother she hopes child dies

A Canton woman is facing assault and disorderly conduct charges after allegedly attacking an 11-year-old girl and telling the child’s mother she hoped the girl would die.…

April 22, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

One dead after single-vehicle crash on State Route 39 in Tuscarawas County

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle crash that killed a Bowerston man Saturday evening on State Route 39 in Tuscarawas County. Troopers with the New…

April 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Sam Bourquin joins q92 family with new afternoon talk show on AM 1310 WDPN

AM 1310 WDPN, the sister station of Q92 Radio, has announced that longtime local broadcaster and sports personality Sam Bourquin will join its weekday lineup with a new afternoon…

April 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Woman dies in Stark County house fire; investigation underway

A person was killed early Sunday morning after a fire broke out at a home on 58th Street NE, according to Plain Township Fire & Rescue. Crews were dispatched around 6 a.m. to the…

April 20, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Wayne County firefighter killed while assisting motorist in ditch

A Wayne County firefighter was killed Friday night after being struck by a vehicle while assisting a stranded driver along Stratton Road, authorities said. Lt. Paul Charles…

April 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

West Branch rehires girls basketball coach after uproar, board apologizes for handling

After weeks of mounting controversy and public outcry, the West Branch Board of Education voted Wednesday night to reinstate longtime girls basketball coach Walt DeShields. The…

April 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police respond to Perry Local’s Southway after student brings ammo to school; mentions gun

A student at Southway Intermediate School brought a magazine containing ammunition to school on Wednesday and allegedly implied they had a firearm in their backpack, according to…

April 16, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Former New Philadelphia assistant band director accused of sending explicit photos to student

Editor’s note: The article originally stated that the investigation began in 2023 but it has since been corrected to 2024. A former assistant band director at New Philadelphia…

April 15, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police: Stark County motorcyclist traveling at high speed killed in crash with SUV

A Canton man was killed Monday afternoon in a motorcycle crash on the city’s northwest side, according to police. Chief John Gabbard said officers with the Canton Police…

April 15, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Summit County man accused of cutting tails off kittens, arrested in Green

A Summit County man is facing felony charges after authorities say he mutilated several newborn kittens and threw their severed tails at a woman during a disturbing encounter on…

April 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local man dies after being struck by car along Stark County roadway; victim identified

A Massillon man has died after being struck by a vehicle Friday night in Canton, according to police. Chief John Gabbard said officers with the Canton Police Department responded…

April 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man killed in Barberton shooting; suspect charged with murder

A Canton man was shot and killed early Monday morning in what police say was a domestic dispute in Barberton. Barberton police responded to reports of gunfire around 1:24 a.m.…

April 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Police investigating shooting at Akron bar that killed 35-year-old man

An investigation is underway following the shooting death of a 35-year-old man early Sunday morning at a bar in Akron. Officers responded to reports of a shooting shortly before 4…

April 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

DeShields responds to West Branch decision, denies allegations of misconduct

Former West Branch girls basketball coach Walt DeShields is speaking out following the school district’s decision not to renew his contract, releasing a statement denying any…

April 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller