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Bruce Springsteen’s fiery protest song, “Streets of Minneapolis” is a worldwide hit, and now he’s taking it to the streets, with a national tour that’s making

A man is in custody after a violent assault Tuesday morning in Jackson Township against his girlfriend. Police say officers responded around 8 a.m. to the

The Ohio Supreme Court has stepped in to loosen some media restrictions in the criminal trial of two former FirstEnergy executives. In a unanimous decision, the

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of Lura Brown. The 33-year-old is wanted by the

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women,  yet fewer than half of women know it. That’s the message behind the American Heart Association’s

Thanks to an influx of cash from Summit County; the City of Akron now has 100 new security cameras in neighborhoods surrounding the University. This was

Oh Valentine’s Day. A time for roses, chocolates… and apparently turning in your ex if they have an outstanding warrant. Yes, police departments across the country

Ohio will now officially recognize March 9 each year as 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion Day, honoring the only all Black, all female unit to serve