Crime
Canton Homicides More Than Doubled in 2025
Stark County saw a slight increase in total homicides last year, but the majority occurred in Canton.
Canton Men Sentenced to Life for Fatal Shooting
Three young men receive life sentences with parole possible after 38 years for the murder of Bryson Barksdale Sr.
3 Juveniles Sentenced for 2023 Canton Murder
Trio convicted of killing 36-year-old Bryson Barksdale in drive-by shooting
Lifestyle
From Derby Champion to Derby President
Dennis VanFossen Jr. leads the International Soap Box Derby organization after winning the championship as a youth
Beacon Art Academy in North Canton Teaches Kids 'Beautiful Paintings'
The art school, part of a national program, offers classes for students and adults to learn art fundamentals and oil painting.
Ohio Woman Wins $20,000 on Birthday Lottery Ticket Bouquet
The winning ticket was part of a gift from the woman's best friend.
Sports
Jordon Hudson takes wild shot at Robert Kraft's prostitution scandal with spa shirt
The coach's 24-year-old girlfriend seemingly shaded the Patriots owner on Saturday, attending the North Carolina-Duke men's basketball game wearing a shirt from Orchids of Asia Day Spa.
Trump Defends Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame Snub
Former president says Belichick's 'controversial' recent history shouldn't have kept him out of Canton on first ballot.
Deion Sanders Criticizes Pro Football Hall of Fame Voting Process
The Colorado Buffaloes coach believes Hall of Famers should vote on the Hall of Fame, not writers.
