Lifestyle
Esther Lin Wins 97th Annual Akron Spelling Bee
Revere Middle School student takes home top prize at regional competition
Downtown Akron Sakura Festival Returns Next Month
The free annual event celebrates the arrival of spring and Japanese culture.
Akron Zoo Expands Sensory Accessibility Program
New guest comfort station and Sensory Explorers program launched to enhance visitor experience.
Weather
FirstEnergy Restoring Power After Windstorm
Utility company working around the clock to repair damage across multiple states
FirstEnergy Prepares for Severe Winds, Offers Safety Tips
Utility company activates incident command to coordinate restoration efforts as strong gusts expected across service area.
FirstEnergy Crews Preparing for Strong Winds on Friday
Utility company offers customers tips to prepare and stay safe
Crime
Jury Deliberating in Corruption Trial of Ex-FirstEnergy Executives
Former CEO Chuck Jones and ex-senior VP Michael Dowling accused of $4.3 million bribery scheme
Summit County Officials Warn of Imposter Clerk of Courts Website
Fraudulent site falsely represents itself as official county clerk's office
Judge dismisses money laundering charges against former FirstEnergy execs
Chuck Jones and Mike Dowling still face several other charges in their bribery trial.
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.
Sports
Ohio 3-Star DE Sets Pitt Official Visit
Dominic Letlow to visit Pitt campus in June
March Madness Bracket Trends & Stats: Upsets, Seeds & More
Analyzing the historical patterns and emerging themes that could impact your tournament picks
2026 NCAA Tournament Predictions: Sleepers & Cinderellas
Experts weigh in on which lower-seeded teams could make a deep run in March Madness
