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In a significant case of financial misconduct, two tax preparers from Akron, Ohio, have been found guilty of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that misappropriated over $1.2 million in government relief funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. The defendants, Mustafa Ayoub Diab, 41, and Elizabeth Lorraine Robinson, 33, exploited their clients’ personal information to file deceptive applications…

In a tense and dramatic turn of events on Thursday night in Jackson Township, Ohio, a man was taken into custody after allegedly holding a victim hostage for several hours during a standoff with police. The incident unfolded at approximately 7:30 p.m. at a residence on Scotsbury Street Northwest, prompting a swift response from local…

In a significant step towards improving mental health care access for underserved communities, the Greater Stark County Urban League has unveiled the Cultural Ally Program, a new initiative designed to bridge the gap between behavioral health services and diverse populations. Funded by a substantial $159,000 grant from Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery, this…

In a harrowing case that has brought to light the pervasive issue of domestic violence, Eric Branch, a 32-year-old resident of Canton, Ohio, has been sentenced to three years in prison for the brutal beating of his live-in girlfriend last November. Branch was found guilty of felonious assault during a one-day trial held last week,…

In Akron, Ohio, the struggle with homelessness is a stark reality for many. As of late January 2024, 690 individuals in Summit County were reported to be experiencing homelessness, reflecting a concerning 56% increase since the 2022 count. Among them was Mathew Seifert, a man who knows this struggle all too well. After enduring 12…

In a shocking revelation, Canton city officials recently uncovered a distressing scene at a rental home on Wertz Avenue SW, where a man and a woman were allegedly operating a rescue-type operation under the name Little Goblins Rattery & Rescue. The situation escalated when city officials responded to complaints and discovered over 250 live rats,…

In a significant development for local governance and community engagement, the Akron Citizen’s Police Oversight Board is inviting new members to join its ranks. Following the departure of three current members, the board is seeking to fill these critical positions as it continues its mission to enhance policing practices in the city. Established in 2022…

In a shocking revelation, a 29-year-old man from Canton has been indicted on multiple charges, including aggravated arson and cruelty to companion animals, following a disturbing investigation into animal abuse. The Canton Police Department released body camera footage that captures the unsettling confession of the suspect, Bobby Lee Long. The incident unfolded shortly after Christmas,…

On a tense Monday morning in Akron, Ohio, a police encounter turned deadly as officers responded to gunfire during a traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle. The incident unfolded around 8:45 AM when officers attempted to pull over a white Toyota Camry that was reported stolen. The driver, later identified as 39-year-old Marcus Leonard Smith…