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Eastern Michigan beats Akron 25-23 on late field goal
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Rudy Kessinger's 48-yard field goal with 1:50 left gave Eastern Michigan a 25-23 win over Akron on Oct. 10, 2026, for a 3-0 MAC start.
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Alzheimer’s Walks Raise Funds Across Communities
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s events brought people together in Longview, Akron and Victoria to support Alzheimer’s care, research and a cure. Akron’s walk raised $230,381, while 182 people participated in Victoria.
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Akron Police Identify Fatal Hit-and-Run Person of Interest
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Akron police have identified a person of interest and recovered a tan Cadillac SRX believed involved in the fatal Sept. 26 hit-and-run that killed pedestrian Jesse McCool. The vehicle is being processed as investigators consult prosecutors about possible charges; no arrest or charges have been announced.
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Syracuse-Akron Soccer Test Was Scheduled
Sports
— Oct 5, 2026
Syracuse men’s soccer faced No. 18 Akron on Oct. 6 in a significant nonconference test that could help prepare the Orange for a potential NCAA Tournament run. Syracuse entered unbeaten in four matches after beating then-No. 10 Notre Dame and drawing No. 10 Pitt; Akron led the all-time series 3-1 and had last beaten the Orange in the 2018 NCAA Tournament.
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Cyberattack Turns Hundreds Of Grocery Coolers Into Saunas As Military Stores’ Meltdown Remains A Mystery
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Akron deal could scrap $300M sewage plant
Environment
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Akron has reached a tentative agreement with state and federal environmental regulators to drop a proposed sewage-treatment facility expected to cost more than $300 million, citing limited additional water-quality benefits and potential savings for ratepayers. The alternative would impose overflow limits and additional disinfection, but requires a 30-day public comment period and approval by a federal court.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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High School Bands Mix Cartoon Themes With Jazz at Fall Festivals
Entertainment
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Student musicians across the region are rehearsing and performing in school band events: five Campbell-Tintah students attended a festival at Minnesota State University Moorhead, Akron Early College students practiced with their pep band, and 11 mid-Michigan high schools performed at the Midland Marching Band Showcase.
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Candidates Speak at Campaign Events Across States
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Ohio Attorney General candidates Keith Faber and John Kulewicz agreed to a moderated debate at Youngstown State University on Oct. 19, while candidates for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, Carey Coleman and Emilia Sykes, are scheduled to speak at separate Akron Press Club events. In Georgia, four Republican statewide nominees—including U.S. Senate candidate Mike Collins—addressed supporters at a Statesboro luncheon.
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Restaurant openings, rankings, demand span four cities
Lifestyle
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Restaurant news highlights strong dining interest across several U.S. cities: Fort Worth’s most-booked spots include steakhouses and seafood restaurants, Miami is seeing new openings, and Akron-area communities welcomed new eateries in September. A Jacksonville survey also found restaurants and coffee shops are major downtown draws, with residents seeking more dining and dessert options.
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Drake Lindsey Leads Minnesota Past Akron 41-7
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— Sep 19, 2026
The Minnesota Golden Gophers cruised to a 41-7 victory over Akron, anchored by a dominant defense and a productive passing game led by Drake Lindsey with 204 yards and three touchdowns. With leading rusher Darius Taylor out, Minnesota showcased balance in the second half and heads into Big Ten play against Washington, while Akron struggled with penalties and injuries and multiple turnovers.
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Minnesota needs to carry this balance into the Washington game if they want to stay competitive in the Big Ten.
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Humans have become a geological force driving mass extinction
One species is reshaping climate, chemistry, and habitat fast enough to match past planetary die-offs.
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Akron Cancels July 4th Celebrations After Police Shooting; City Fortifies Local Precinct
Reporting
— Jul 3, 2022
The next major American police shooting controversy has arrived. Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old black man, was shot and killed by police in Akron, Ohio, in the early hours of Monday morning. According to the Akron Beacon…
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Akron Names Offensive Coordinator of the Game Winner
Sports
— Aug 23, 2026
The University of Akron crowned Marty Whims II as the winner of its viral 'Offensive Coordinator of the Game' contest, awarding him a role in scripting Akron's opening drive against Robert Morris. The promotion spurred record season-ticket and suite sales, drew wide national attention, and generated substantial revenue for the program and NIL initiatives.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Pole Vault World Champion Shawn Barber Dies at 29
Reporting
— Jan 19, 2024
Pole Vault World Champion Shawn Barber has died at the age of 29. On Thursday, Akron Track & Field announced the news of Barber’s passing in a statement. He was a student-athlete at the University of Akron . “The…
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LeBron James, PGA Tour plans Akron Invitational 2027
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— Aug 25, 2026
The LeBron James Family Foundation and the PGA Tour announced the LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational, a two-day charity golf event in Akron, Ohio, starting July 6-7, 2027 at Firestone Country Club. The event will pair amateurs and Pro-Bound Five pros with off-course mentorship from I PROMISE students and aims to raise funds for Akron while advancing opportunities for aspiring players through the Pathway to Progression program.
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Shock Waves Sent Through Town After Entire Bridge Gets Stolen in Ohio
Reporting
— Dec 23, 2021
It seems impossible that a bridge could just up and vanish, but that is what happened to a rather large bridge from Middlebury Run Park in Akron, Ohio. Police first posted about the missing bridge on Dec. 10, stating…
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Little-Known Green Law Becoming Thorn In Side Of Businesses
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Grand Jury Indicts 3 Men for Beating Death of Teen Ethan Liming , And None of the Charges Are for Murder
Reporting
— Jul 30, 2022
Three men charged in the beating death of a teenager that took place in the parking lot of LeBron James’s I Promise School in Akron, Ohio, have been indicted on charges lesser than the one of murder with which they were…
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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EXCLUSIVE: Indiana Middle School Hosted ‘Racially Exclusive Party’ For Students, New Complaint Alleges
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— Apr 28, 2025
An Indiana middle school is facing a civil rights complaint over a “racially exclusive party” one teacher hosted for select students in her class. A sixth-grade teacher at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School in Akron…
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Empty Casing Found Where Police Say Jayland Walker Fired at Them, Consistent with Gun Found in His Car
Opinion
— Jul 5, 2022
On June 27, Jayland Walker, 25, an unarmed black man, was fatally shot by Akron, Ohio, police officers during a vehicle and foot chase. After a medical examiner determined that Walker had sustained at least 60 bullet…
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Water Gun Started Incident That Ended in Teen's Violent Death, 3 Arrested for Fatal Beating
Reporting
— Jun 12, 2022
Three men have been arrested in connection with the death of a 17-year-old boy who was killed in the parking lot of LeBron James’ I Promise School in Akron, Ohio, on June 2. Deshawn Stafford Jr., 20, Tyler Stafford, 19…
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Ohio kitten joins construction crew, goes viral
Lifestyle
— Aug 25, 2026
A kitten rescued from a Komatsu excavator in Akron has become River Reach Construction’s newest unofficial crew member, earning the name Sue and soon a shop-cat role after a foster care stint and viral social media posts that even prompted branded gear and attentions from the company. The story has been widely shared across multiple outlets, highlighting the kitten’s transition from rescue to beloved on-site mascot and social-media sensation.
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Former Bush Press Secretary Has Warning: 'Look Out'
New Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has been the target of much criticism since standing at the White House podium for the first time Tuesday. But Dana Perino , former White House press secretary under President George W. Bush and current Fox News mainstay, offered some advice for those watching her. Perino said Americans needs to "look out” given the possibility of the opposition party retaking Co
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