Lifestyle
John Carroll University to Host Ohio Peace & Conflict Conference
The public is invited to the annual event focused on civic engagement and peacebuilding.
Top Headlines of the Week, Feb. 7, 2026
Akron news roundup covers key stories from the past week.
Akron Public Schools Proposes Leggett CLC Changes to Ease Jennings CLC Crowding
District to hold meetings on plan to reassign some Leggett students to address overcrowding at Jennings CLC
Politics
6 GOP Candidates Vie for Ohio's 13th District Seat
After Republican Kevin Coughlin withdrew, a crowded primary field emerges to challenge Democratic Rep. Emilia Sykes.
Akron Man Charged in String of Waymo Vandalism Incidents
Authorities say Walker Reed Quinn has been damaging self-driving vehicles since July
Akron Police Deny Presence of ICE Agents in the Area
Officials say they are unaware of any immigration enforcement activity in the city despite ongoing protests.
Weather
Hourly Weather Forecast for West Hill, Akron
Latest updates on weather conditions in Akron, Ohio
Water Main Break Floods Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Emergency department diverts patients as crews work to restore service
Water Main Breaks Disrupt Traffic, Flood Highland Square in Akron
Crews work to repair multiple aging water mains as community deals with flooding and slush buildup
Crime
Akron man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism
Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.
28-year-old man killed in shooting near University of Akron
Authorities investigating fatal incident that occurred on Tuesday morning
Former Ohio Regulator Accused of Pocketing $4.3M FirstEnergy Payment
Testimony alleges Sam Randazzo secretly negotiated deal with utility, kept money without informing trade group he represented
Entertainment
Devo to play Akron Civic Theatre this summer
Tickets for the hometown show go on sale soon
Boston Brass and Imani Winds Collaborate for Akron Concert
The acclaimed chamber ensembles will perform a new work by jazz legend Arturo Sandoval.
The Black Keys Announce New Album "Peaches!"
Upcoming 14th studio album from the Akron duo features a stripped-down, organic approach.
