Akron Mayor Shammas Malik has announced the city's proposal to fully renovate the Akron Police Department's downtown ...

With a wind chill of 21, the Welcome Santa parade in downtown Akron had a polar feel Nov. 28. Santa Claus, floats, drum lines, vehicles and costumed characters lit up the night, with the evening ...

Akron, Ohio — A police officer in Akron, Ohio, is under investigation after firing more than a dozen shots last week at a man he suspected of having a gun, officials say. The city's mayor said this ...

Teams looking to get back on track battle when the Akron Zips face the Bowling Green Falcons in MACtion on Tuesday night. Akron is coming off a 42-35 loss to Kent State last Tuesday, while Bowling ...

"Unauthorized and disruptive gatherings are strictly prohibited," Airbnb said. "We are heartbroken by this senseless act of gun violence, and our thoughts are with the injured victims and all those ...

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AKRON, Ohio — Travel down Akron's Main Street and you'll find the Polsky Building. Currently owned by the University of Akron, this brick-and-glass structure may look closed off from the community, ...

The University of Akron will demolish the Lincoln Building to make room for the Polymer Industry Cluster. The demolition is tentatively scheduled for the second quarter of 2026. The university said ...

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The Erie Canal lock in Akron, Ohio. Akron is hoping to promote growth and revitalization of its small downtown with investments in public spaces. Last year it cut the ribbon on a $17 million overhaul ...

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - A fire spread through multiple businesses and apartments in downtown Akron on Thursday evening. “Panic attack might be the best way to describe it,” said Nino Judah, owner of ...

CANTON ‒ John Strauss has lived in the area for 31 years, and he's been doing business downtown for 15 years. For him, crime has never really been an issue. "It's an extremely safe place to be," said ...