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Akron proposes zoning changes aimed at increasing housing supply, seeks feedback

Cleveland 16 Jun 2026
AKRON, Ohio – The city of Akron is asking community members to provide feedback on proposed zoning changes that aim to increase the housing supply, offer more choices and improve affordability ....
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Akron native Vinnie Cimino beat out by Chicago chef at James Beard Awards

The Alliance Review 16 Jun 2026
Akron-born chef Vinnie Cimino will open his latest venture, Rosy, in Cleveland's Ohio City Feb. 26 ... Akron chef, Vinnie Cimino, fell short in the 2026 James Beard Awards ... June 18. Cimino grew up in Akron's Ellet neighborhood and graduated from St.
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Akron dance festival previews with Ohio Contemporary Ballet at museum

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
In advance of Akron's three-week Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival starting in late July, Ohio Contemporary Ballet will give a free preview performance Thursday, June 18, outside in the Akron Art Museum's Bud and Susie Rogers Garden.
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Who are the Akron-Area High School Athletes of the Week for June 8-14? Vote now

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
It's time to take a look at the standout high school performers from the Akron area last week. Your vote will determine who will be the Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week for June 8-14.
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Liberty HealthShare Donates $200,000 to Support Medical Bill Assistance for Akron Children's Families

PR Newswire 16 Jun 2026
Ministry's Sharing Hearts Fund Awards $200,000 to Akron Children's to Assist Families in Need of Financial Assistance with Pediatric Medical Bills ... "Everything that we do at Akron Children's is guided by our Three Promises.
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New polymer facility coming to University of Akron campus

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
Akron City Council has cleared the way for work to begin redeveloping a 40-acre area of the city, including 25 acres of the University of Akron campus ... "The garage portion of the facility is being used by University of Akron Grounds Maintenance.".
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Ella Girard headlines 2026 Beacon Journal All-Greater Akron softball team

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
That made the Walsh Jesuit center fielder the runaway MVP for our 2026 Beacon Journal All-Greater Akron softball team ... Ella Girard, Walsh Jesuit ... Sweeney led Greater Akron in home runs with 12 and was named honorable mention All-Ohio in Division II.
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These 7 men convicted of Akron-area murderers are on Ohio's death row

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
Rafferty, who was from Stow, got life in prison without parole, while Beasley, who is from Akron, was sentenced to death ... She was stabbed with a butcher knife while babysitting her grandchildren in her daughter’s Akron apartment.
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'Impactful legacy.' Akron attorney remembered for fights big and small

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
Akron Attorney Warner Mendenhall died June 8 after a months-long battle with cancer.He is best remembered for his failed recall attempt against former Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic.A private service will be held to honor Mendenhall's life.
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Ohio Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Midday winning numbers for June 15, 2026

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at June 15, 2026, results for each game.Powerball. Powerball drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10.59 p.m. 25-55-57-60-62, Powerball. 23, Power Play.
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Earlier bar closings lead to more peaceful Highland Square weekend

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
Akron Mayor Shammas Malik discusses gun violence at June 7 press event. Following a June 7 shooting in Highland Square, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik held a press conference announcing safety measures for the neighborhood.
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Three injured at Wayne County Speedway after sprint car leaves track

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
Tackling trash 'mayhem' after the Indy 500. Hundreds of workers and volunteers descended upon the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to tackle this trash "mayhem." ... The incident occurred during the Ohio Sprint Speed Week at the speedway.
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Shorter Griffin sworn in as Barberton's new mayor

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
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Shorter Griffin sworn in as new Barberton mayor

Akron Beacon Journal 16 Jun 2026
New Barberton Mayor Shorter Griffin is sworn into office . Video. Barberton Municipal Court Judge Todd McKenney swears in Shorter Griffin as the city's new mayor following William Judge's resignation ... "It's my first day,.".
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Barberton mayor resigns; replacement sworn in

Cleveland 16 Jun 2026
BARBERTON, Ohio – Barberton Mayor William B. Judge has resigned, effective June 15 ....

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