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Remembering Bill Ellis, the voice of Akron's Black community
Akron is celebrating the contributions of the longtime publisher and editor of the city’s Black newspaper. Bill Ellis, who died June 21, 2024, at the age of 74, ran "The Reporter" for more than 30 years. Ellis’ mission was to lift up the Black community in Akron, former Akron...
Beachwood police chief announces retirement: I-Team
The FOX 8 I-Team has confirmed that the Beachwood police chief is retiring this September. Police Chief Katherine Mclaughlin sent a letter to city officials Wednesday informing them she plans to retire from law enforcement Sept. 13.
Car show at Smithville Historical Society campus Sunday afternoon
The Smithville Community Historical Society Car Show will take place 1:30-4 p.m Sunday. All are welcome to take their classic, vintage, and muscle cars along with Model Ts, Model As and any other awesome and unique cars ...
Canton City Public Health: West Nile virus found in more mosquito samples
CANTON − Two more mosquito samples — collected at Covered Bridge Park and Ransom H. Barr Elementary School as part of a mosquito surveillance program — have tested positive for West Nile virus, Canton City Public Health said. This brings the total of local West Nile virus...
2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival – Here’s the Schedule!
It’s “Hall of Fame” time! That means 1480 WHBC will be out and about and sharing all the fun with you! Here’s the full schedule provided to us by the Canton Area Chamber of Commerce plus notes on where you’ll see US! Be Proud Canton! Here we go!
Swagelok adding new distribution center in Solon
Swagelok, which was founded in 1947 and moved to Solon in 1965, has grown to be a $2 billion international business as it celebrated its 77th anniversary on July 14. The company, according to Amy Johns, senior manager of corporate communications and employer brand, said Swagelok is constructing a new distribution center and she expects it to be completed in 2025.
‘Le Diner en Blanc’ returns to Cleveland for elegant evening in secret location
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Le Diner en Blanc – the dinner in white – is back in Cleveland for a third summer on Saturday, August 24. Up to 800 participants can register for a space at the Parisian picnic-themed special event and party from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at a secret location.
New investment will turn decades of decay into new hope for a neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - “First thing is, a lot of abandonment,” said Cleveland Councilwoman Stephanie Howse-Jones of Ward 7 as she walks up on the old apartment building. “But now, with this investment, you know that it’s hope.”. The former Community Circle building on Hough Avenue...
Cleveland Clinic becomes official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics
KENT, Ohio -- Kent State University and Cleveland Clinic announced Wednesday a new partnership that establishes Cleveland Clinic as the official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics, offering health and wellness services to student athletes throughout the year. “Our student athletes deserve the best support possible for their health and...
Wooster Mourns Passing of Zack Weber
who was a member of The College of Wooster football team for parts of three seasons, passed away earlier this summer. Weber's family has announced a service will be held at 4 p.m. on July 29 at St. Martin of Tours Church in Valley City, Ohio. "We are shocked...
Niles hosting annual Mount Carmel festival
Niles is welcoming surrounding communities to the annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel festival that gets underway Thursday. The Festival kicks off Thursday, July 18 at 6:00 p.m. and will run through Sunday, July 21 at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Niles. The hours are 11 a.m....
Crooksville's Gage Lotozo: 'I'm quitting because I have to, not because I want to.'
CROOKSVILLE — For the third time in five years, Crooksville is looking for a new football coach. Third-year head coach Gage Lotozo has resigned, citing health reasons. His exit comes just two weeks before the start of two-a-day practices, as the district is now in scramble mode trying to find a successor. It's not...
Man blames popular flea and tick medication for his beloved dog’s death
WINDHAM, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - An Ohio man blames a flea and tick medication for the death of his dog, saying his veterinarian didn’t warn him about the possible side effects. Ted DeSalvo’s dog, 3-year-old Greta, was euthanized last month. He blames her death on Simparica Trio, a chewable...
Lila Hill, active in many Washington County community groups, passes away at 102
MARIETTA — A local centenarian who was involved in several community groups passed away this week. Lila Elizabeth Hill, 102, passed away on Sunday at her home, The Glenwood Community, an assisted living facility, according to her obituary. She was born Jan. 9, 1922, in New Matamoras, to George...
WATCH: Kent State professor arrested after alleged drunken 911 phone call, argument over whether she can drive Tesla drunk
A Kent State University professor was arrested after calling 911 to tell police she was locked out of a building and had to use the bathroom, and later argued with officers over whether she was intoxicated, body camera video shows. During an initial 911 call, Dr. Ellen Glickman, director of...
Chillicothe Schools to offer free breakfast and lunch
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Chillicothe City School District announced Wednesday that all enrolled students will receive free breakfast and lunch during the upcoming school year. The district will implement the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) as part of its participation in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Under...
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