Crime

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Stark County

Mother, stepfather charged in fatal Canton stabbing of 30-year-old woman

Canton Police have arrested and charged the mother and stepfather of a 30-year-old woman who died after being stabbed during an argument earlier this week. Terri L. Niner, 49, has…

July 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Child injured after bullet explodes while striking it with hammer in Tuscarawas Co.

A 9-year-old boy was hospitalized Thursday evening after being injured by shrapnel from a .22 caliber bullet he had been striking with a hammer near a shed in Wayne Township,…

July 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton woman dies after stabbing, victim identified; police investigating

A 30-year-old woman has died after being stabbed Thursday morning on the northeast side of the city, according to the Canton Police Department. Chief John Gabbard said officers…

July 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Thousands of mink released from Massillon farm in suspected overnight trespass

Authorities are investigating after approximately 2,000 mink were released from a Massillon-area farm in what is being described as a deliberate criminal act. According to Fur…

July 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas County toddler killed in “unprovoked” dog attack

A 1-year-old girl was killed Wednesday after being attacked by the family’s pit bull at their Dover Township home, according to the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office. Detective…

July 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton police charge ex-boyfriend with murder in disappearance of Ryan T. Godbey

The disappearance of 26-year-old Ryan T. “JJ” Godbey has officially become a homicide investigation, Canton Police Chief John Gabbard announced Thursday. Police have charged…

July 4, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

‘We want Ryan to come home’: Community gathers for vigil, benefit honoring missing Canton performer

As the search for Ryan T. “JJ” Godbey nears the end of its second week, the close-knit community the 26-year-old Canton resident called home has united to raise both awareness and…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Authorities: Stark Co. hospital chaplain found with thousands of child sex abuse images

A Beloit man identified by authorities as a hospital chaplain has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to child sexual abuse material following a law enforcement…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Man arrested after gunshot fired inside Aultman Orrville Hospital ER

A Wooster man was taken into custody Wednesday night after police say he fired a gunshot inside the emergency department at Aultman Orrville Hospital. According to the Orrville…

July 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Judge denies bail for Sean “Diddy” Combs following federal conviction

Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail as he awaits sentencing, following his conviction Wednesday on a federal prostitution-related charge. The jury acquitted him of more…

July 2, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

‘We just want Ryan home’: Search continues for Canton's Ryan Godbey last seen June 19

The mother of a missing 26-year-old Canton man is pleading for help as police continue searching for her son, who disappeared under suspicious circumstances more than a week ago.…

June 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Truck driver sentenced to 18 months for crash that killed six Tusky Valley students, adults

A truck driver convicted in a fiery crash that killed six people — including three Tuscarawas Valley High School students — has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, with credit…

June 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Details: Aultman Hospital tech shot after patient struggles with security guards

A hospital technician was shot Friday night during a struggle inside Aultman Hospital, prompting a swift law enforcement response and the arrest of a suspect, according to Canton…

June 28, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

5-year-old Ohio child dies after being left in hot car

A 5-year-old child died Thursday afternoon after being found unresponsive in a vehicle on Marion Avenue, according to the Mansfield Division of Police. Emergency crews responded…

June 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Canton launches ‘Police in Parks’ initiative to build community trust, safety

City officials and community members gathered at King Park on June 25 to celebrate the launch of the Canton Police Department’s new “Police in Parks” program, a community outreach…

June 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton police searching for missing man under suspicious circumstances

Canton Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 26-year-old man reported missing under suspicious circumstances. Ryan T. Godbey, a Canton resident, was reported…

June 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local police chief from Stark County injured during mental health call

The Marlboro Township Police Department is reviewing body camera footage and anticipates filing charges following a violent encounter during a mental health emergency on Sunday.…

June 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Two inmates sentenced to maximum prison terms for beating at Indian River

Two 19-year-old inmates were each sentenced to eight years in prison for attacking and knocking another inmate unconscious at the Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility in…

June 16, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark Co. man killed in hit-and-run Sunday night; authorities searching for suspect

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred late Sunday night in Canton…

June 16, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Four shot at Stark County bar early Sunday morning; sheriff’s office investigating

Four people were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning at a bar in Stark County, authorities said. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to Ashton’s Bar &…

June 15, 2025 · Jordan Miller