Body cameras have become critical in law enforcement, providing police and community members with footage of crucial interactions. But the devices have become a flashpoint of controversy in recent months.
Ohio had one lead (3-2) in the first half of the game. The Bobcats lost by double digits despite making 30 of 33 free throws. Akron was 12 of 15. Akron is now 12-5 overall and 5-0 in MAC play. Ohio is 10-7 and 4-1.
Akron Citizens’ Police Oversight Board and the community said they’re devastated following the recent release of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker’s autopsy report, who was shot and killed by Akron Police.
As temperatures look to take another tumble in the upcoming week, the City of Akron will extend hours at the Summit County Lake Community Center which serves as a warming center for those in need.
Ohio is 10-6 overall and 4-0 in the MAC. Akron, Ohio and Miami of Ohio (12-4, 4-0) are tied atop the MAC standings. Tipoff is at 6 p.m. Check back here for updates.
In just a few hours, the Summit County Medical Examiner will release the autopsy report for 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker.
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The city of Akron’s warming center will be open for extended hours from Sunday, Jan. 19 through Weds. Jan. 22. The Summit Lake Community Center is located at 380 W. Crosier St.
Ohioans seeking public records from law enforcement agencies may have to pay a hefty price tag moving forward, after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 315 into law on Jan. 2.
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - 19-year-old Darrin Welch was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 17-year-old East Akron High School senior Antenio Louis. RELATED: Shots fired into car kill 17-year-old boy, injure 23-year-old man, Akron police say
In Cleveland, the Division of Recreation has extended the operating days of the warming shelters at four of the city's recreation centers. The shelters are now open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Monday, Jan. 13 to Wednesday, Jan. 15.
The news comes after the Ohio auditor also declared Boutros' self-authorized bonuses that led to his 2022 firing from MetroHealth were 'not criminal.'