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What is hantavirus? Deadly illness draws attention amid cruise ship outbreak

A rare and potentially deadly virus has drawn international attention after multiple deaths and illnesses were linked to a cruise ship stranded off the coast of Africa, raising…

May 6, 2026 · Jordan Miller

National News

Local couple’s wedding plans thrown into uncertainty after Spirit Airlines shutdown

A local couple’s destination wedding plans have been thrown into uncertainty after Spirit Airlines announced Saturday morning that it was shutting down operations. Mia Warner and…

May 2, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

14-year-old suspect arrested in Akron shooting that wounded two teens

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left two teenagers wounded in Akron last week, police said. According to an update released by Akron police,…

April 30, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

One killed in Steubenville house explosion; home leveled, rescue crews respond

A house explosion in Steubenville on Tuesday evening left one person dead and triggered a large emergency response along Rosslyn Boulevard. Fire crews were dispatched shortly…

April 29, 2026 · Jordan Miller

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

State News

9-month-old dies after reported drowning in Columbiana County; investigation underway

Authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the death of a 9-month-old child after an incident reported as a drowning Wednesday morning in Columbiana…

April 23, 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

State News

Man killed in local motorcycle crash Tuesday evening

A 26-year-old man was killed Tuesday evening in a motorcycle crash involving an SUV in the City of Green, according to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded…

April 8, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR STARK, WAYNE COUNTIES; STORM MOVING EAST AT 55 MPH

A tornado warning has been issued for portions of Stark, Wayne and Holmes counties Tuesday night as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moves through the region.…

March 31, 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

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

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

State News

Driver critically injured after rear-ending school bus in Columbiana County

A driver was critically injured Thursday morning following a crash involving a school bus in Columbiana County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers from the…

March 27, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Secrest, Ujcich lead area selections on Division IV–VII All-Ohio teams

The 2026 Divisions IV, V, VI and VII girls basketball All-Ohio teams were announced Monday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association, recognizing the top players across the state…

March 23, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Lorain County commissioners dispute deputies’ claims over possible cruiser repossession

Lorain County commissioners are disputing claims by the county’s deputies association that dozens of patrol vehicles were at risk of repossession, saying the information shared…

February 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Ohio county sheriff’s office warns patrol vehicles could be repossessed

The Lorain County Deputies Association says dozens of patrol vehicles are at risk of repossession after county commissioners allegedly defaulted on a vehicle fleet loan, raising…

February 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Fugitive arrested after hiding behind fake wall during Akron standoff and house fire

Members of the U.S. Marshals-led Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested a 35-year-old man early Wednesday following a lengthy standoff and house fire in Akron. Tristan…

February 4, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Local schools closed Friday, Jan. 30 due to extreme cold

Several local school districts and education centers will be closed Friday, Jan. 30, due to weather-related concerns, impacting students across Stark, Carroll, Columbiana and…

January 29, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

ODOT warns of temporary US 30 closures from Minerva to Lisbon for super load transport

Drivers traveling through parts of eastern Ohio should expect temporary traffic disruptions Thursday afternoon as a massive super load moves through the region, transportation…

January 29, 2026 · Jordan Miller

State News

Authorities: Second person dies in Orrville Power Plant murder-suicide

Authorities say a Thursday afternoon shooting at the Orrville Power Plant was a murder-suicide that left two men dead, according to a press release from the Orrville Police…

January 22, 2026 · Jordan Miller