Akron

In a letter released Wednesday, Black Elected Officials of Summit County called on Akron to consider a more diverse group of candidates in selecting the next police chief.

The co-responder pilot program involves paramedics, police officers and behavioral health specialists who have all been trained in crisis intervention.

The Ohio Department of Transportation recently released a proposal to build a braided ramp on State Route 8 to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce accidents.

The Summit County Outreach Team initiative consists of Akron Fire, Akron Police and a behavioral health specialist who will respond to mental health calls.

The city announced SiFi Networks plans to invest $200 million to install, maintain and operate the underground fiber-optic network.

More than two months into his administration, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik unveiled dozens of action items, including a tracker to follow progress.

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik unveiled the city's new snowplow tracker and dashboard Wednesday, which shows residents near real time information about the city's snow removal efforts.

Akron Children’s Hospital offers ketamine infusions to treat chronic pain in patients.

Rep. Tavia Galonski resigned Jan. 3 to enter the screening process to be appointed clerk of courts, according to the Ohio House Democratic Caucus.

Summit County is building a high speed broadband network, according to officials. When it's completed, it will connect all 31 communities in the county.