Akron's recent efforts in sustainability and community engagement have been recognized by the National Civic League, which ...

Christopher Hardesty, a University of Akron alumnus with nearly a decade of economic development experience, will head the ...

Three teens are in custody for the murder of a 15-year-old boy who was shot and killed last month in Akron, police reported ...

The All-America City Award recognizes 10 communities that leverage civic engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness and ...

Akron police have arrested three individuals, including two teens, wanted in connection to the shooting death of Javion Fort.

In honor of the city's bicentennial, the Akron Beacon Journal has been asking community members and city leaders to do just ...