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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...
Akron City Council reopens Ring doorbell camera application for some residents
Akron residents in Wards 1, 3 and 5 have another chance at scoring a free Ring doorbell camera from the city. From 8 a.m. July 24 to 4 p.m. July 25, residents in Wards 1, 3 and 5 who have not previously received a doorbell camera can apply for their free camera via the online application at akroncitycouncil.org/news/RingWards135.
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...
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.
Win Tickets To ‘One Night Of The Bee Gees’!
The Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees tour is coming to Cleveland!. To purchase tickets to Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees, CLICK HERE. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States residing within the Cleveland, OH metropolitan area, who are 18 years of age or older. The Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees register to win contest ends on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Subject to Official Rules.
Man found guilty in Cleveland Warehouse District shooting that wounded 9
A man accused in last summer's mass shooting on West 6th Street has been found guilty of all charges by a Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court judge after pleading no contest. A trial had been scheduled to start Wednesday.
Cincy Silent Disco returns to Madison Theater
Cincy Silent Disco is bringing their three-station, high-energy, headphone-centered dance party back to Madison Theater this Friday, July 19th. They are encouraging attendees to come dressed for the beach!. “We’ve been having such a great time hosting Cincy Silent Disco at the Madison and we’re ready to heat things up...
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!
2 teens among 4 suspects arrested in alleged masked attack in Summit County
GREEN, Ohio — Four suspects -- including two teens -- have been arrested after an alleged attack in the city of Green where authorities say a 25-year-old man was attacked by multiple people wearing masks. In details provided Wednesday morning, the Summit County Sheriff’s Office says it was around...
Rap, hip-hop concert set for Canton Civic Center featuring T.I., Ying Yang Twins, P$C
CANTON − Hip-hop artists T.I. and the Ying Yang Twins will perform at the Canton Memorial Civic Center on Aug. 30 as part of the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic weekend. The entertainers will be joined by two other acts − Lloyd and P$C, also known as PSC and Pimp Squad Click. Tickets go on sale Friday to the general public for the inaugural Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic Kickoff Concert. ...
Madison Local Schools planning festivities in honor of 100th anniversary
MADISON TOWNSHIP — A 100th anniversary is a big deal. Madison Local Schools is treating it that way. The 2025 graduating class will be the 100th in school history. School personnel have planned a variety of festivities throughout the school year. "You think of alumni over that time period...
Caring for sick pets is an unaddressed burden, Kent State researchers say
Having cared for her own dog as it battled two chronic diseases, Kent State psychology professor Mary Beth Spitznagel knew that caring for sick pets can be similar to caring for family members. She wanted to know more. She’d already developed a program to help veterinarians and their staff cope...
Perry's Liston Seibert in line for national title; 4 others one win from All-America
FARGO, N.D. – There’s no teacher in wrestling quite like Fargo. Lessons of the past come rushing back in an instant. It’s what you do with the experiences that define you as an athlete. ...
Inspector: Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority didn’t manage lead hazards or report sickened children
Federal housing inspectors report the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority failed in its oversight of lead-based hazards in some of its about 6,500 public housing units.
LeBron James Family Foundation opens health, wellness center in West Akron
AKRON, Ohio – The LeBron James Family Foundation has expanded its footprint with the opening of the I Promise HealthQuarters at 527 West Market Street, across from House Three Thirty, in West Akron. The new community health and wellness center offers medical, dental, optometry and mental health support for...
EPA watchdog investigating delays in how the agency used sensor plane after East Palestine derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year. The Associated Press reported on a whistleblower's concerns this spring...
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