On September 19, 2026, an annual tradition steps off again to support mental health in the Summit County community. Join the celebration and show up in your best 80’s gear for your chance to get ...

Despite a rating reduction, Akron Public Schools continues to meet the state’s education standards, according to preliminary report card data.

With Oxbow Meadows, the former Brandywine Golf Course is now parkland, with future plans for a visitor center and overnight accommodations.

The $2.5 million project at Buchtel CLC includes a new press box and concession area, restrooms, storage and an upgraded track.

Test your local knowledge with AkronAlive’s photo quiz. Can you identify this body of water that is Akron’s primary drinking water reservoir?

The following item is a written record of the Akron City Council Ward 5 community meeting from May 21, compiled by Akron Documenter Jessica Rice. It is not a reported story. Documenters are residents ...

Since May 2025, Akron emergency dispatchers have used an artificial intelligence agent named Ava for nearly 85,000 non-emergency calls.

Zippy, the University of Akron's mascot, hands out candy to a trick-or-treater at the 2023 Downtown Akron Fall Fest. (Photo by Chris Rutan) As summer winds down, we’re looking ahead to autumn, and ...

Complaint tests how Akron Public Schools holds safety leaders accountable when they are entrusted with keeping others safe.

The following item is a written record of the Ward 8 Akron City County meeting from Aug. 19, compiled by Akron Documenter Andrew Lefevre. It is not a reported story. Documenters are residents who are ...

After completing Stark State College's five-week course, Chase Pitre was hired to transport crude oil across Ohio and West Virginia.

Voters wait in line at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections to cast their ballots ahead of the November 2024 election. Credit: Jeff Haynes / Signal Cleveland Ohio Republicans held a call to action ...