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Stark County

SWAT responds to welfare check in Massillon; man dies by suicide

A SWAT response to a welfare check in Massillon ended in tragedy Monday evening when a 34-year-old man died by suicide, authorities said. Officers with the Massillon Police…

May 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Second man accused of sex with dogs in Stark Co. arrested; police say abuse was filmed

A second man has been arrested in connection to a disturbing animal abuse investigation in Stark County that now involves multiple victims and defendants. Joseph Domer, previously…

May 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton police seek parents of 3-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive

Authorities are searching for two parents charged in connection with the death of their 3-year-old son, who was found unresponsive in his bed last week. According to Canton Police…

May 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Carrollton schools treasurer indicted for felony theft in office, tampering with records

The treasurer of Carrollton Exempted Village School District has been indicted by a Carroll County grand jury on felony charges of theft in office and tampering with records.…

May 8, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Ohio man accused of having sex with his dog in Stark County

A 25-year-old Northwest Ohio man has been arrested in Stark County after authorities allege he engaged in repeated sex acts with his dog over a six-week period earlier this year.…

May 8, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Teen bicyclist, 15, seriously injured in Stark County crash with pickup truck

A 15-year-old bicyclist was seriously injured Tuesday evening in a collision with a pickup truck at an intersection in Washington Township, authorities said. According to the…

May 7, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Skeletal remains found in Akron identified as missing Stark County man

Human skeletal remains discovered near a homeless encampment in Akron last week have been identified as those of a 22-year-old Canton man. According to the Summit County Medical…

May 5, 2025 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Uber driver shoots passenger during ride in Stark County, police investigating

A 68-year-old Mogadore man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being shot by an Uber driver during an early morning altercation in Uniontown, according to…

May 5, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County deputy shoots, kills two aggressive dogs during call in Canton

A Stark County sheriff’s deputy shot and killed two dogs Sunday afternoon after they reportedly charged at him while he was responding to a call about aggressive animals. The…

May 5, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Student arrested after loaded gun found in backpack at Lake Middle/High School

A 17-year-old student at Lake Middle/High School was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies found a loaded handgun in his backpack, according to the Stark County Sheriff’s…

April 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Photos: Strong wind storm tears through Tuscarawas County, knocking down trees

A storm with wind gusts over 70 mph ripped through Tuscarawas County late Tuesday afternoon, leaving lots of damage and trees down in the area. New Philadelphia Uhrichsville Dover…

April 29, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Louisville boys basketball Coach Tom Siegfried resigns after historic state title run

Louisville Leopards head boys basketball coach Tom Siegfried has announced his resignation, just a month after leading the program to its first-ever state championship. In a…

April 28, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

One seriously injured, several rescued in Canton apartment fire

Several people were rescued and one man was seriously injured after a fire broke out early Sunday morning at a multi-unit apartment building in Canton. The Canton Fire Department…

April 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Portion of road sinks, forcing immediate closure in Canton

A portion of 15th Street NW between Woodland Avenue and Cleveland Avenue has sunk, prompting city officials to close the road Friday. The cause of the sinking remains under…

April 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Ohio teachers can now retire earlier as STRS board approves $1.84 billion benefit boost

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) board has approved a $1.84 billion benefits package that will boost retirement perks for educators and retirees, following a…

April 23, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Woman accused of attacking 11-year-old at Canton park, telling mother she hopes child dies

A Canton woman is facing assault and disorderly conduct charges after allegedly attacking an 11-year-old girl and telling the child’s mother she hoped the girl would die.…

April 22, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

One dead after single-vehicle crash on State Route 39 in Tuscarawas County

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle crash that killed a Bowerston man Saturday evening on State Route 39 in Tuscarawas County. Troopers with the New…

April 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Sam Bourquin joins q92 family with new afternoon talk show on AM 1310 WDPN

AM 1310 WDPN, the sister station of Q92 Radio, has announced that longtime local broadcaster and sports personality Sam Bourquin will join its weekday lineup with a new afternoon…

April 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Woman dies in Stark County house fire; investigation underway

A person was killed early Sunday morning after a fire broke out at a home on 58th Street NE, according to Plain Township Fire & Rescue. Crews were dispatched around 6 a.m. to the…

April 20, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Wayne County firefighter killed while assisting motorist in ditch

A Wayne County firefighter was killed Friday night after being struck by a vehicle while assisting a stranded driver along Stratton Road, authorities said. Lt. Paul Charles…

April 19, 2025 · Jordan Miller