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The Akron curfew was reinstated Thursday night in anticipation of ongoing protests over the weekend; Community activists are speaking out about Akron police responding with unwarranted aggression to peaceful protesters; and more stories.

The City of Akron, Ohio, has imposed a curfew overnight in response to growing tensions and protests after police shot and killed 25-year-old Jayland Walker in an attempted traffic stop.

Black motorist Jayland Walker was shot dozens of times last week by police in Akron, Ohio. Outrage has roiled the city, as protesters call for police officers to be held accountable.

Walker, a 25-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Akron police following a car chase early Monday.

Mayor Dan Horrigan says this isn't the time for a city-led celebration.

Walker, a 25-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Akron police following a car chase early Monday.

Ethan Liming, 17, was beaten to death near the I Promise School in Akron on June 2. Police released new details at a news conference Wednesday.

Low income families in Ohio are challenged due to limits imposed on baby formula by a public assistance program; Akron police hope to install 130 license plate-reading cameras that use artificial intelligence; Ohio Redistricting Commission members spar over state supreme court contempt charges.

After the shooting death of a student in September, the University of Akron is developing a safety plan to enhance security in the areas surrounding campus.

An 18-year-old student in her first semester was shot after an off-campus gathering got out of control. Now the university is implementing new initiatives to address student safety.