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Stark County

On-ramp to I-77 North closed in Canton after semi overturns

The on-ramp to Interstate 77 North from Tuscarawas Street is closed Tuesday morning following a crash involving an overturned semi, authorities said. Canton Lt. Dennis Garren said…

April 28, 2026 · Jordan Miller

detail of a hand of an ambulance crew working with a stretcher

Stark County

Four ejected, five hospitalized after rollover crash on U.S. 30 in Canton

Five people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on U.S. Route 30 in Canton, according to police. Lt. Dennis Garren, a spokesman for the…

April 27, 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

Stark County man killed in head-on crash on State Route 93

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash that left one man dead Thursday afternoon in Stark County. The crash occurred at approximately 12:16 p.m. on…

April 24, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Motorcyclist hospitalized after crash with van on Whipple Avenue Thursday afternoon

A motorcyclist was injured Thursday afternoon in a crash involving a van in Jackson Township, authorities said. The Jackson Township Fire Department responded at approximately…

April 23, 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

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

Sports

Marlington welcomes Libertore as new girls basketball head coach

Marlington High School has selected Clay Libertore as its new head coach of the girls basketball program, pending approval by the school board. Libertore, a member of the…

April 21, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Bolivar man critically injured in Stark County weekend crash

A 53-year-old Bolivar man was critically injured in a single-vehicle crash Saturday evening in Canton, according to an Ohio Department of Public Safety crash report. Terry L.…

April 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Three hospitalized after vehicle overturns into Stark County pond

Three people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a vehicle crashed, struck a utility pole and overturned into a pond Saturday evening in Canton, authorities…

April 20, 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