A crash involving a dump truck Monday afternoon caused an overhead highway sign to collapse across part of Interstate 77 in Copley Township, shutting down southbound traffic for several hours. According to Copley Police, the semi-truck was traveling northbound on I-77 when the driver went off the roadway. The Ohio Read more
If winter’s starting to feel a little long, Chippewa Lake has a cure to help you wake up. The 16th Annual Chippewa Lake Polar Bear Jump has been rescheduled for Feb. 14. It will bring brave jumpers, runners, walkers, and plenty of spectators to the Chippewa Lake Beach for one Read more
Governor Mike DeWine has declared a state of emergency across Ohio as Winter Storm Fern strengthens and moves closer to the state. The declaration allows Ohio to respond faster, helping local communities access resources and support more quickly as conditions worsen. According to News 5 meteorologist Allan Nosoff, the Power Read more
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission is using the moment to shine a light on a crime that often hides in plain sight. Working alongside Mike DeWine and other state agencies, the Ohio Turnpike is focused on raising awareness and helping the public Read more
Losing power in the middle of a winter storm isn’t just inconvenient, when temperatures plunge, it can quickly become dangerous. If you’re facing days without electricity in bitter cold, here’s what to do to protect yourself, your family, and your home. First: Preserve Heat Inside Your Home If you still Read more
As cold weather settles in, fire safety experts are reminding homeowners that heating fires peak during the winter months. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nearly half of all home heating fires happen between December and February. Space heaters and heating stoves are the biggest concern, linked to Read more
Looking for a fun way to work during baseball season? The Akron RubberDucks are hiring. The team will host two job fairs in February to fill a wide range of positions for the 2026 season at 7 17 Credit Union Park. The fairs take place Tuesday, Feb. 17 and Thursday, Read more
Ohio is rolling out two new initiatives aimed at better protecting children who may be at risk of human trafficking, with a focus on early intervention, coordination, and care. Governor Mike DeWine, alongside leaders from the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, announced Read more
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Wadsworth from Saturday at 7 p.m. through Monday at 10 a.m. Area meteorologists are forecasting 3 to 7 inches of snow, along with dangerously cold temperatures. State and local officials are urging residents to slow down, stay prepared, and avoid unnecessary travel Read more
Superintendent Dr. Andy Hill reported on Friday around 8:30 a.m., due to a major heating system leak, there is no heat in the building, and school is canceled today (Friday, Jan. 23) at Wadsworth Intermediate School. Wadsworth Intermediate School is a new building that opened this school year, making this Read more
