3 Northeast Ohio fire chiefs create Black History, trailblaze a new path
There are many African American who were in the shadow and doing the work and also had enough love and empathy to pour into us” said Canton Fire Chief K. Akhar Bennett ...
Akron hosts Corey and South Alabama
South Alabama plays Akron after Myles Corey scored 27 points in South Alabama's 84-59 win over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. The Zips are 11-0 in home games. Akron leads the MAC in rebounding, ...
Apartment fire in Northwest Akron leaves multiple residents displaced
No injuries were reported, according to the fire department. All six units at the apartment building sustained damage.
Private firefighters are increasingly popular with insurers. But do they pose a risk?
By Felicia Mello for CalMatters Robert MacKenzie is an assistant fire chief—but not the kind who works for your local fire department. As the Palisades Fire bore down on Southern California last week, ...
Officials offer $5K reward for information on deadly Akron fire
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - The cause of the fire that killed a 20-year-old Akron woman in December has now been ruled arson. The ...
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Akron's Firefighter/Paramedics Honored as "EMS Crew of the Year for 2024" by Cleveland Clinic
Akron Firefighters and paramedics Elizabeth Davis and James Remick were named "EMS Crew of the Year for 2024" by the ...
How flights out of Akron, Cleveland have been affected by tragic plane crash in D.C.
After Wednesday night's tragic plane crash near D.C., several Akron and Cleveland flights to and from the capital have been ...
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Springfield Fire accepts donation of off-road vehicle
1984 – 2025 Mark Edward LeFever, 40, of Coventry Township, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 19, ...
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Akron responds to executive orders, including suspension of legal refugees
An order signed on Jan. 20 realigning the Unite States Refugee Admissions program has put a stop to refugees who have been able to enter this country, including in Ohio.
Akron balloonist earns highest honor from FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration has presented Akron balloonist Michael C. Emich with the Wright Brothers Master Pilot ...
$5K reward for info on Preble County campground arson
The Camden-Somers Township Fire and EMS Department in Preble County is asking for the public’s help in finding information ...
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Tens of Thousands Told to Evacuate as New Fire Rages North of L.A.
Overnight plans: Chief Anthony Marrone of the Los Angeles County Fire Department said 4,000 firefighters had been assigned to the fire, and would work overnight to control it and monitor hot spots.