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 Police Release Bodycam Footage of Semi-Truck Shooting
Suspect remains hospitalized and faces multiple felony charges after dangerous pursuit and crashes
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.
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.
Business
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Sees Surge in Options Trading
Institutional investors have been actively trading the company's stock options.
Prosecution concludes testimony in FirstEnergy trial
Defense to present case after prosecution rests
Former FirstEnergy Exec Struggles to Recall Key Details in Bribery Trial
Michael Dowling's deposition played for jurors as he and ex-CEO Chuck Jones face charges over $4.3 million payment to ex-utility regulator
