The National Weather service has teams on the ground to determine how many tornadoes actually touched down Wednesday evening. According to the Portage County Emergency Management Agency, a tornado touched down in Windham Township in the area of Bryan Road, Route 82, the Ohio Turnpike, and Parkman. Windham officials said they are assessing damage to…
Akron leaders fuming over proposed 30% rate hike for Dominion Energy customers
Akron city leaders are fuming over a drastic rate hike proposed for Dominion Energy customers. The utility company is asking regulators to approve a 30% increase on its basic service charge, taking effect in 2025. On top of the 30% fee increase, consumers could also expect add-0n monthly charges, known as “riders”. Dominion is proposing…
13 year old fatally shot
A 13 year old boy was killed last night in a shooting on the city’s West side. Cleveland Police said it happened just before 530pm in the 3800 block of Riverside Avenue, just east of 39th Street. The boy was pronounced dead at the scene. Police haven’t provided any additional information regarding the shooting or…
Akron woman killed in crash
A 28 year old Akron woman was killed Monday morning after her vehicle struck a concrete sign and caught on fire. The accident happened around 630am on Ghent Road. Akron police say the woman was driving an SUV southbound on Ghent Road when she failed to negotiate a curve and veered off the roadway and…
Akron Beltway Reconstruction Project
The reconstruction of the Akron Beltway and other projects are expected to affect Summit County traffic patterns beginning tomorrow. ODOT says, starting tomorrow beginning at 5am there will be new traffic patterns and partial closures on I-77 and State Route 8 between Johnson Street and Carroll Street. ODOT added that all construction projects are weather…
Teen dies in crash
The Ohio State Highway patrol is investigating after a teenager died Saturday morning. According to a press release, a truck was driving south on State Route 193 in Kingsville Township in Ashtabula County around 330am Saturday. The truck went off the side of the road, struck a ditch, and rolled over several times. Both teenagers…
3 arrested, charged in Akron illegal gambling scheme
A gambling scheme in the Kenmore neighborhood resulted in the search and seizure of an illegal operation and the arrest of 3 people. Officers searched the illegal gambling facility in the 1400 block of Kenmore Boulevard just before 11pm Wednesday night. During the search, officers seized 22 gambling machines, over $14,000 in cash, methamphetamines, a…
Akron mayor delivers State of the City address
On his 33rd birthday and his 100th day in office, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik delivered the state of the City address. In his address, the mayor discussed the search for the city’s new police chief, saying he would like to change a city charter that prevents him from hiring from outside. Brian Harding has been…
Ohio Turnpike launches new toll collection system
The Ohio Turnpike has launched its new toll collection system, covering the 241 mile stretch. The $250 million cost to modernize the toll collection system was funded exclusively by toll revenue. EZ pass lanes offer convenience and savings, reducing the need for toll plazas. For those without EZ Pass, the new system employs license plate…
Vehicle break-ins in the Firestone Park area
Akron police are warning residents of numerous vehicle break-ins in the Firestone Park area. Police have released surveillance pictures of the suspects from a resident’s surveillance camera system. To avoid potential break-ins, Akron police advise you to remove valuables from your vehicle and also lock your vehicle doors. If you have any information on the…
Man robs Hudson bank
Hudson police and the FBI are investigating a bank heist, which occurred around 1030am Saturday. Police say a white male walked into Key Bank in the 100 block of W. Streetsboro. Authorities say he presented a note to the teller demanding money, but no weapon was shown. If you have any information, call Hudson Police…
Drug bust
The Summit County Sheriff’s Office conducted a drug bust on Wunderlich Avenue….that’s in Barberton, that resulted in the seizure of drugs and a gun. The sheriff’s department said they were serving a warrant in connection to possible drug trafficking being conducted at that residence. During the search, deputies reportedly found a little over 7 grams…
Akron man sentenced to life in prison for fatal shooting
An Akron man convicted last month of fatally shooting a man and then leaving his body in a parking lot was sentenced to life in prison. 34 year old Luther Easter, will not be eligible for parole until he has at least served 28 years. A jury found Easter guilty of aggravated murder, murder, kidnapping,…
Akron house fire
Four dogs were killed and four residents were taken to the hospital after an Akron house fire. Firefighters responded to a report of a structure fire in the 1100 block of Collinwood Avenue. On scene, firefighters found heavy fire and smoke coming from the front of the house. They were able to make entry and…
METRO RTA offering free rides
Metro Regional Transit Authority (RTA) will be providing FREE rides all day this coming Monday, April 8th, the day of the Solar Eclipse. According to their Facebook post, the FREE rides are to help minimize roadway congestion. Officials are expecting a significant increase in visitors to our area for this event.