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What to know about Ohio's new childcare rating system
Ohio is making dramatic changes to how it rates the state’s childcare programs. Previously, providers were rated using a five-star system. The new "Step Up to Quality" standards feature bronze, silver and gold awards. Supporters say this new plan will enhance child outcomes and remove unnecessary administrative barriers. But...
Red tape and delays are behind millions in unspent post-pandemic education funds
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the academic achievement gap widened in school districts across the country. To fill the gap, Ohio launched the Afterschool Childhood Enrichment (ACE) program — a savings account program that would reimburse parents for after-school activities. Thousands of Ohio families applied, but tens of millions...
Los Angeles drug dealers shipped pounds of fentanyl to Northeast Ohio hidden in printers, feds say
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Federal agents investigating drug trafficking through the mail say someone sent pounds of fentanyl from California to Northeast Ohio hidden inside printers, according to court records. U.S. Postal Inspectors who launched an investigation into Phillip Hurt wrote in court filings that they believe drug dealers in...
Wizardly Weekend Returns to Downtown Kent
Welcome back Main Street Kent’s annual Wizardly Weekend, a two-day feast of activities that has expanded from its original Harry Potter theme to encompass all things magical, with activities for families and kids and “adult only” events as well. The fun starts Friday night with The Run...
Enjoy Summery Music with Umojah Nation at Akron Art Museum Garden
The Akron Art Museum’s long-running Downtown @ Dusk series continues with a not-quite-as-long-running band : Akron’s favorite reggae band, Umojah Nation. (The band formed in 2006, the series is 40 years old.) Their repertoire includes tunes by beloved traditional roots reggae artists like Bob Marley as well as...
Books, Bites and Beats Come Together at Akron’s People’s Park
Sat 7/20 @10AM-5PM Once again, the Akron-Summit Public Library is hosting its Books, Bites and Beats Festival , taking place at North Hill’s People’s Park, at 760 Elma Street. Books are one of the main focuses, understandably, given the library’s mission — and you’ll find a batch of...
Akron home values rise as blight declines, report finds, and assistance remains essential
The Akron Housing Action Plan and Market Value Analysis contains 23 recommendations for how the city can address housing issues. The report states that housing values have increased by 75% citywide, and over 100% in some areas. The market value analysis portion of the report identifies specific market strengths and...
How did Akron area hospitals rank on latest US News & World Report?
Residents in Summit County and Northeast Ohio have access to some of the best medical care in the country, according to recently released hospital rankings from U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025. U.S. News has created a report of the best hospitals nationwide for more than 30 years in an effort to help patients find the best local care and consult with the best doctors. A variety of rankings are a part of the report, including...
Cleveland ranks No. 1, Akron No. 8 in WalletHub survey of the 'Most Stressed Cities in America'
CLEVELAND — It's happened again. For the fifth straight year, Wallethub has named Cleveland first in its study of the "Most Stressed Cities in America." Meanwhile, the city of Akron has cracked the top 10 for 2024 and ranks eighth in the nation. Before we give you the details,...
Akron man sentenced to 3 years in prison for accidental house fire that killed two
After facing two juries that could not reach a verdict, a 39-year-old Akron man was sentenced to three years in prison for causing a 2022 North Hill house fire that killed two people. Leon Newsome pleaded guilty to reckless homicide Friday, nullifying a third jury trial scheduled on July 23, his attorney John Greven said. Summit County Common Pleas Court Judge Tammy O'Brien sentenced him Tuesday afternoon. ...
Akron man who pleaded guilty to causing fatal fiery crash gets 8 to 12 years in prison
A 19-year-old Akron man will serve eight to 12 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to causing a fiery crash that left one person dead and two injured, including himself. Miguel Gipson pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter, a first-degree felony, vehicular assault, receiving stolen property and attempted failure to comply, which...
2 Akron residents plead guilty in 2023 shooting that left 1 dead, 2 injured
One day before they were scheduled to appear before a jury on July 9, two 27-year-old Akron residents pleaded guilty to charges including involuntary manslaughter, a third-degree felony, in a shooting that left one dead and two injured in May 2023. Meriah Lewis also pleaded guilty to assault, a first-degree misdemeanor, but had a firearm specification dismissed, according to court documents. She is represented by attorney Rhonda Kotnik. ...
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