Akron

  As the holiday season approaches, the city of Canton is gearing up for a spectacular celebration that marks the 25th anniversary of its beloved holiday lights display in Stadium Park. From Thanksgiving through early January, visitors can experience a magical drive-through experience featuring over 50 dazzling displays, all created in-house by the dedicated Canton…

    The tragic case of Raychel Sheridan, a 24-year-old woman found dead in Canton Park, has captured the attention of the community and raised serious concerns about domestic violence and the justice system. Sean Goe, her boyfriend, was indicted on multiple charges, including murder, after Sheridan’s body was discovered in July. On November 9, 2024,…

In a troubling case that sparked serious discussions about safety in rideshare services, Akron man Mohamed Reeda has been sentenced to 20-24 years in prison for rape and kidnapping charges. Reeda, who worked as a rideshare driver, was found guilty of luring women into his vehicle and attempting to assault them. The case has raised…

In a significant move reflecting ongoing concerns about police behavior, The City of Canton has terminated the employment of Detective Brandon Momirov following an incident that sparked outrage and scrutiny. The decision comes almost a month after a viral video surfaced of the body cam footage showing Momirov kicking 21-year-old Jaemiier McElroy while he was…

In a disturbing event that unfolded in Canton, a man named Jacob Paul Weisgarber made headlines for his alarming behavior while dressed in a ghost face costume reminiscent of the iconic horror movie franchise “Scream.”  The incident occurred early Tuesday morning around 8:30am. The man in the scream costume who later was identified as Jacob…