Akron police are asking for the public’s help after 4 people were shot, including a 4 year old child Saturday evening in the 800 block of Morningview Avenue. No arrests have been made. The adults range in age from 33 to 52 years old. The shooting occurred around 740pm Saturday. Detectives are following up on…
Officer Jamieson Ritter’s memorial service
This morning, a procession and memorial service will be held in Cleveland to remember and honor the life of Officer Jamieson Ritter, who was shot and killed in the line of duty on the Fourth of July. The procession starts at 920am, with the service starting at 955am at the Cathedral of Saint John the…
Great news that the Cavaliers were able to get star guard Donovan Mitchell to sign and extension and remain with the team. Something that many of the national pundits said would not happen. This comes on the heels of the Cavs signing a new coach, former Golden State assistant Kenny Atkinson. Let’s hope there is…
3 sites listed as possible future home of the Akron Police
Akron Mayor Shammas Malik announced the city’s planning for a future permanent location of the Akron Police Department has narrowed to 3 sites, including 80 West Bowery Street, 178 S. Forger Street, and a renovation of the current Harold K. Stubbs Justice Center building at 217 South high Street. Malik says, the current APD station…
Record numbers
Many people will take to the skies this fourth of July. AAA is projecting nearly 71 million people will travel more than 50 miles from home this holiday with many taking to the skies. According to AAA, 5.74 million people will fly, up 7% from last year and 12% from 2019. More than 60 million…
Altercation in Highland Square
Early Sunday morning, around 145am, Akron officers assigned to the Highland Square Business District observed a large fight break out and radioed for backup. When officers arrived, they were able to assist with breaking up the fight and dispersing the crowd that gathered. In the end, at least 2 people, a 29 year old woman…
Houses hit by gunfire in Akron
Early Sunday morning, Akron police officers responded to the 400 block of Talbot Avenue for reported gunfire. On scene, officers observed a parked vehicle and at least 2 homes struck by bullets. Over 20 shell casings were found at the scene. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries. If you have any information, call Akron…
Man arrested accused of shooting at officer
A man has been arrested accused of shooting at a police officer just after midnight Saturday night. An East Canton police officer was making a traffic stop when he heard nearby gunfire. The officer saw a motorcycle speeding off and followed it. That’s when police say the motorcyclist fired 2 shots at the officer and…
Trial for woman accused of killing 5 year old
A trial for a woman accused of killing 5 year old Darnell Taylor is expected to get underway today. 48 year old Pammy Maye is charged with aggravated murder, tampering with evidence and abuse of a corpse. Police say Maye fled to Cleveland from Columbus after allegedly dumping the boy’s body in a sewer drain.
The first place Guardians look like they will still be sitting in the top spot in the AL Central when we get to the All Star break. They have one of the best bullpens and best closers in baseball. They have had a solid lineup with Steven Kwan, Jose Ramirez, Josh Naylor, and David Fry…