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Ohio sees decline in fatal crashes for third consecutive year, per Ohio State Highway Patrol

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is continuing its heightened presence on roadways statewide in an ongoing effort to reduce fatal crashes. Troopers are urging motorists to practice…

March 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

New Philadelphia teen arrested for alleged school threat on social media; charges are possible

A 15-year-old student at New Philadelphia High School was taken into custody Sunday morning after authorities were alerted to a potential school violence threat posted on social…

March 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

New Middletown woman, child killed in two-vehicle crash; another child critically injured

The Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that left a woman and a child dead and another child critically injured Monday…

March 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Suspicious death under investigation in Salem; man arrested after fleeing the scene

Authorities in Perry Township are investigating the death of a 28-year-old woman after officers responded to a medical emergency Sunday evening. According to the Perry Township…

March 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police arrest man accused of posing as Amazon delivery driver in Alliance armed robbery

A Chardon man accused of posing as an Amazon delivery driver to gain access to a home and commit armed robbery in Alliance has been arrested, police said. Steven S. Dackiewicz,…

February 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Carrollton girls rally to historic regional final, overcome 13-point deficit

As a sophomore in 2016, Mikayla Poole was a member of the Carrollton basketball team that won the school’s first-ever district championship. So, it’s rather fitting that Poole is…

February 26, 2025 · Ray Sarvis

Sports

Canton South girls on the brink of history as they advance to the Elite Eight

The Canton South Wildcats girls basketball team is headed to the Elite Eight for just the second time in school history, capping off a remarkable turnaround season under…

February 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

New Philadelphia man indicted for attempted murder in bicycle crash

A Tuscarawas County grand jury has indicted a 24-year-old man on attempted murder and felonious assault charges months after authorities say he intentionally struck a cyclist with…

February 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man indicted on felony charges, accused of hanging dog

A 28-year-old Canton man has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including cruelty to companion animals, after allegedly hanging his dog and attempting to set fire to his…

February 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County pastor accused of kidnapping, sexually abusing minor

A Stark County pastor is facing multiple charges, including kidnapping and sexual abuse, after allegedly taking a 14-year-old girl against her will and engaging in sexual contact…

February 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

white chickens and rooster walking on green grass.

Stark County

Bird flu detected in Stark County backyard poultry flock; five chickens killed

A backyard poultry flock in Stark County has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. The National Veterinary…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Misunderstanding at Muskingum University leads to shelter-in-place order

A shelter-in-place order at Muskingum University on Monday evening stemmed from a misunderstanding that was overheard during dinner, according to Muskingum County Sheriff Matt…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Northwestern delivers massive blow to Ohio State's March Madness hopes

In a decisive Big Ten matchup on Thursday, February 20, the Northwestern Wildcats delivered a 70-49 victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena in Columbus. This win…

February 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Heritage at Great Trail to bring new dining experience to Minerva golf course

A new restaurant is coming to Great Trail Golf Course in Minerva, as husband-and-wife team Gina Vizzo and Brent Bratu prepare to launch Heritage at Great Trail in late spring or…

February 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Young, but experienced Carrollton team advances to district championship under first-year coach Mikayla Poole

The Carrollton girls basketball team is returning to the district championship for the second consecutive season, this time under first-year head coach Mikayla Poole. Poole, a…

February 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Report: Two dead after planes collide midair in southern Arizona

Two people are dead after a midair collision involving two small planes near an airport on the outskirts of Tucson, authorities said Wednesday, according to an AP News report. The…

February 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Newcomerstown to retain police department despite staffing challenges

Village officials have decided to keep the local police department despite recent staffing shortages, including the resignation of the police chief. Newcomerstown leaders had…

February 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local woman killed in Stark County crash, others injured; victim identified

A Canton woman died Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on State Route 172, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 3:11 p.m. near Perry Drive…

February 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area school closings: Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025

Local schools are announcing school closures for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 due to predicted low temperatures. Alliance City Schools Canton City Schools Canton Local Schools…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting after firing at Akron Police

A man in his 30s was fatally shot by Akron police Thursday morning after he fired at officers during a traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle, authorities said. According to…

February 17, 2025 · Timothy