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Immunity protects officer, city of Akron from claims after cruiser crashes into 4 cars in Highland Square
An Akron police officer was found to be at fault for an accident in Highland Square that smashed up four cars, and an internal investigation revealed he violated department policy.
Akron mayor says city will remain 'welcoming community' amid President Trump's orders
Akron Mayor Shammas Malik will meet with organizations to get answers on questions raised by the president's executive orders.
Akron elementary school on lockdown after ICE activity in area
An Akron elementary school is on lockdown Tuesday afternoon after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the area.
Akron Zoo moves ‘feathered friends’ indoors as bird flu hits Ohio
We know you love our feathered friends as much as we do,” the Akron Zoo stated. “The health and welfare of our birds is our top priority.”
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Akron men arrested on drug charges following traffic stop
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Akron men on Tuesday on drug charges. In a release from the department, Daekwan Allen Sanders, 21, 1793 Gaylord Drive, Akron, Ohio, and Richard Lakaile McCallister,
Akron schools will cooperate with ICE only with a warrant or court order, district says
The district on Thursday released a four-page document outlining what schools staff should do if ICE or other law enforcement shows up at their door.
Akron Zoo moves some birds indoors as precaution as bird flu cases are detected in Ohio
According to the Akron Zoo, the birds are being moved indoors as a precaution and all of them "remain healthy."
Akron event to share stories of Sara Lucy Bagby, Sojourner Truth
Stories of Strength and Legacy event Feb. 8 to honor the legacies of historical civil rights figures Sara Lucy Bagby and Sojourner Truth. Event admission is free, but registration is requested.
Ohio elementary school goes into lockdown due to ICE activity
AKRON, Ohio (WKRC) - An Ohio elementary school went into lockdown due to ICE activity in the area. According to WOIO, citing the Akron Education Association (AEA), Forest Hill CLC was placed on lockdown after agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were seen patrolling near school grounds.
Kent State hosts Akron following Davis’ 24-point showing
Kent State hosts the Akron Zips after VonCameron Davis scored 24 points in Kent State's 75-57 win over the Bowling Green Falcons.
Akron visits Kent State following Batsch’s 33-point outing
Kent State hosts the Akron Zips after Jenna Batsch scored 33 points in Kent State's 79-59 win against the Eastern Michigan Eagles.
Chipotle offering BOGO entrées Tuesday in Greater Akron for Ohio State Buckeye fans 🌯
It doesn't exactly have the ring of Taco Tuesday but Chipotle fans can score a free burrito today. The chain is offering a free entrée today (Jan. 28) with the purchase of another entrée at all of its Greater Akron locations in celebration of the Ohio State Buckeyes national championship.