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A standoff is underway right now in West Akron, in the 200 block of Kenilworth Avenue. City officials say a SWAT team and negotiators are assisting

A federal jury in Cleveland found two brothers, and a former East Cleveland public official, guilty on multiple charges related to an elaborate fraud and bribery

Akron-based Grassroots Architecture has been selected to lead the “Made in Akron” housing plans initiative, a partnership between the Summit County Land Bank and the City

Grinding his way from marginal player to championship coach, Nick Harris has built something special with Ellet Community Learning Center girls basketball. In just five seasons,

From Lyndhurst to the Super Bowl skies. A northeast Ohio native will help deliver one of the most iconic moments of Super Bowl Sunday. Petty Officer

This year’s Ohio State Fair is going to be bigger and better than ever, when it comes to big concerts featuring big name stars. They include

The Ohio High School Athletic Association has officially renamed its state track and field championships in honor of Ohio native and Olympic legend Jesse Owens. Approved

The Ohio Department of Commerce is urging property owners to inspect roofs and attics for ice dams and winter damage following Winter Storm Fern and prolonged

A new remembrance memorial is being planned in Stow to honor children who have died and to create a peaceful space for grieving families. The Say

A new study from the Cleveland Clinic finds that while many Americans feel optimistic about aging well, a large number may be underestimating their risk for