Russ Neal

Ellis ran "The Reporter" for more than 30 years, taking over from his father who started the paper in 1969. Those who knew him say it was Ellis' mission to lift up the Black community in Akron.

After the April 19 justice for Jayland protest that resulted in pepper spray and tear gas used by police against protesters, some Akron leaders have called for more communication between law enforcement and protesters. Some protesters say that's not an option.

Ward 4 Akron City Councilmember Russ Neal happened upon the protest right after the police arrived. He says protesters should be able to demonstrate in their own communities but understands first responders' concerns about emergency vehicles getting through protests.

Community members at Akron City Council on Monday compared the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols by police to the fatal shooting of Jayland Walker by eight Akron police officers just seven months ago.

While city council's chief of staff told Ideastream Public Media that there were "bomb threats" at city hall in July, council leadership has denied this. President Margo Sommerville said there were "credible threats" against the city's administration.

The cameras use artificial intelligence to capture and store identifying information about cars. Police say this can help them locate crime suspects and stolen vehicles quicker.

Akron 4th Ward Councilman Russ Neal wants the city to consider going to the cloud to protect itself from cyber criminals. And he says the best way to do…

Akron City Council is slated to vote tonight on legislation that could make its annual budget more accessible to the community.Since summer, 2017, council…

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Akron City Council meets Monday to get more information about a proposal that would increase penalties for people whose dogs are cited for excessive…