When an officer approached Thornton, he allegedly pulled a gun and pointed it at the officer, then ran from the scene, according to a press release from Akron police.

Akron Police arrested a man after he allegedly pointed a weapon at officers and then ran from the scene.

Akron police say a man pulled a gun on an officer and fled, prompting a SWAT standoff. He was arrested near South Broadway and charged with multiple offenses.

CLEVELAND — A Stow businessman who admitted to selling knock-off body armor to Northeast Ohio police agencies will spend over ...

How would you describe Akron using one word? We asked residents, public officials and celebrities with Akron ties. Their answers might surprise you.

AKRON, Ohio -- Christopher J. Hardesty will lead efforts to revitalize downtown Akron as the first executive director of the Downtown Akron Development Corporation.

“Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History” offers an in-depth account on subjects that haven’t been covered or covered thoroughly in previous history publications.

Akron Police Chief Brian Harding announced the passing of Detective Clay Cozart, who he called a “respected and beloved” member of the Akron Police Department.

During a recent visit to Tear-Ez in downtown Akron, patrons and a bartender said rough political climate for LGBTQ+ rights hasn't affected them yet.

Akron police detective dies unexpectedly after nearly 30 years of service AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - The Akron Police Department is mourning the passing of one of their own.