Lifestyle
Akron Zoo Expands Sensory Accessibility Program
New guest comfort station and Sensory Explorers program launched to enhance visitor experience.
Akron Zoo's $21 Million Expansion Brings Giraffes and More
The multi-year project adds new animal habitats, a family ride, expanded dining and shopping, and an event pavilion.
North High's New Campus Layout Unveiled
Akron Public Schools reveals plans for $29 million in local transportation upgrades
Crime
Akron-area Native Killed in Construction Zone Crash, $100K Reward Offered
Kokosing Construction is offering a $100,000 reward for information about the hit-and-run driver who struck and killed 25-year-old Jordan Thomas.
Ohio Man Indicted for Claw Hammer Attack on Officer
Jacob Culbertson charged with felony assault, resisting arrest, and domestic violence after incident in Barberton home.
Woman killed in Akron apartment shooting
Police investigating circumstances of early morning incident
Weather
Akron, Ohio Faces Changing Weather Conditions
Ten-day forecast shows mix of rain, snow, and freezing temperatures in the coming weeks
Akron's East Side Sees Mild Spring Weather
10-day forecast shows comfortable temperatures and low precipitation chances.
Hourly Weather Forecast for West Hill, Akron
Latest updates on weather conditions in Akron, Ohio
Politics
Randazzo's FirstEnergy Payments Scrutinized at Trial
Testimony raises questions about former Ohio utility regulator's handling of funds from energy company.
FirstEnergy trial witness says Randazzo dodged payment disclosures
Top Ohio ethics official says former utility regulator failed to report potential conflicts of interest
Rev. Jesse Jackson remembered for encouraging Akron leader to enter politics
Jackson urged minorities to run for office and companies to provide jobs, according to local leaders.
Health
Northeast Ohio Hospitals Embrace AI to Enhance Patient Care
Experts discuss how hospitals are partnering with tech companies to implement customized AI workflows across radiology and other medical specialties.
Nursing Leaders Embrace AI to Augment Clinical Care
Nurse informaticists focus on governing intelligence, not just managing technology
Five Ohio Hospitals Ranked Among Nation's 50 Best by Healthgrades
Summa Health System, Mercy Health, and The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health earn top honors for clinical excellence.
