Crime

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Stark County

Stark County man pleads guilty in deadly Halloween party shooting

A Canton man has pleaded guilty in connection with a fatal shooting at a Halloween party in Springfield Township in Summit County. Terrance Williams, 25, entered guilty pleas…

April 28, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Uniontown police officer fired after stopping driver who yelled ‘F* you pig’

A Uniontown police officer has been terminated following an internal investigation into a March traffic stop that officials determined lacked legal justification and escalated…

April 28, 2026 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Multiple arrests, citations follow Stark County weekend sobriety checkpoints

Nearly 400 motorists were stopped during two sobriety checkpoints conducted in Canton over the weekend, resulting in multiple arrests and citations, according to the Stark County…

April 27, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

DNA solves 1998 Tuscarawas Co. dismemberment case; son, now 81, admits disposal, faces federal charges

A grisly cold case dating back more than 25 years in Tuscarawas County has been resolved through advances in DNA technology, ultimately identifying the victim and leading to…

April 26, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Family of Canton woman found dead near creek pleads for answers

The family of a 47-year-old Canton woman found dead near a creek on the city’s southeast side is speaking out, calling for answers and justice as police continue their…

April 22, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Police: Local 14-year-old arrested after hiding gun near school

A 14-year-old boy was arrested Tuesday after Akron police said he was found with a stolen handgun following a brief foot chase. Detectives with the Akron Police Department’s…

April 22, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man avoids prison time after fatal hit-and-run

A Massillon man has been placed on probation after admitting guilt in a case involving a fatal crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian. Miguel Flowers, 55, was sentenced…

April 21, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Man shot in the head in Canton dies after being taken off life support

A man who was shot in the head early Sunday morning in Canton has died, according to authorities. Richard Staats, who had been listed in critical condition, died Tuesday, April…

April 21, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police investigate early morning Canton shooting; man shot in head

A man remained in critical condition after being shot in the head early Sunday morning in Canton, according to police. Officers were dispatched around 4:30 a.m. to the area of…

April 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Individual dies after medical emergency on roof of building at the Strip in Jackson Township

An individual died Wednesday evening after experiencing a medical emergency while on the roof of a commercial building along the Strip, according to the Jackson Township Fire…

April 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

From traffic stops to constitutional questions: Ohio Supreme Court hears cases at Carrollton HS

The Supreme Court of Ohio brought its courtroom to Carrollton High School on Wednesday, giving hundreds of local students a firsthand look at the state’s highest court in action.…

April 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark Co. woman identified after body found wrapped in blanket near creek, 911 caller reports

A 911 caller who reported finding a body near a creek in southeast Canton on Tuesday described the discovery as “kind of” looking like a body before confirming it appeared to be a…

April 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Body of unidentified female found along Nimishillen Creek in Canton; investigation underway

Canton police are investigating after a body was discovered Tuesday afternoon along Nimishillen Creek. Authorities said the body of an unidentified woman or girl was found on the…

April 14, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Alliance police rally around officer after surprising leukemia diagnosis; benefit set for April 18

Officers with the Alliance Police Department are rallying around one of their own after veteran Patrolman Shannon McCalla was diagnosed with leukemia, prompting a community-wide…

April 14, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Bomb squad removes explosive device in Stark County

Authorities safely removed a suspected explosive device early Friday morning along the 14000 block of Lincoln Way West, according to the North Lawrence Fire Department. Emergency…

April 4, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Judge sides with Canton in firing of officer seen in K-9 bodycam video

A Stark County judge has upheld the termination of a Canton police officer who was captured on body camera video using a K-9 during an arrest in 2024, reversing an earlier…

April 3, 2026 · Jordan Miller

National News

Report: Stark County mother, boyfriend charged after child critically injured at Airbnb

An Ohio woman and her boyfriend have been arrested after a 3-year-old child was found critically injured at an Airbnb in Henry County, according to court documents and reporting…

April 1, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Suspect fatally shot after three officer-involved incidents in Harrison County

A man accused of firing at law enforcement officers during a pursuit in Harrison County died Monday after being involved in three separate officer-involved shootings, authorities…

March 31, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Report: Suspect fires at officers during high-speed chase in Jefferson-Harrison county area

Authorities responded to a reported high-speed chase Monday in the Jefferson-Harrison county area that included gunfire and a foot pursuit, according to local officials. A deputy…

March 30, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Mother, 12-year-old son killed in Akron shooting; suspect in custody

A suspect is in custody following a shooting that left a woman and her 12-year-old son dead Saturday night in Akron, police said. Officers were called around 8:10 p.m. to the area…

March 29, 2026 · Jordan Miller