Ohio Approves $400,000 for Akron Public-Safety Training Facility
The Ohio General Assembly finalized a $3.7 billion capital budget that includes $400,000 for Akron’s Dan Street training facility.
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Akron Adopts 2026 Capital Budget With $1.484 Million in Projects
Akron’s 2026 capital budget directs $1.484 million to polymer innovation, Polsky Building redevelopment, the Innerbelt plan and neighborhood business districts.
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Akron Reports Progress on 171 Capital Projects
Akron City Council received an update on 171 capital projects valued at more than $341 million, including road resurfacing and Home Avenue improvements.
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Akron council’s midyear budget review keeps city spending in focus
Akron City Council’s July 20 midyear budget review offered a checkpoint on 2026 finances, capital spending and city operations, with more meetings ahead.
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Akron Officials Defend Flock Cameras as Privacy Debate Continues
Akron police officials say Flock Safety cameras help investigations, while privacy and oversight questions remain unresolved in the city’s public-safety debate.
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Akron water plant valve project reaches bidding deadline
Bids are due Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 3 p.m. for valve, actuator and piping work involving all six high-service pumps at Akron’s Water Supply Plant.
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Akron’s polymer innovation push enters a new federal funding phase
The NEO-SMART Engine is moving into implementation, but Akron’s exact share remains unsettled as officials point to polymer facilities, startup support and workforce programs as early opportunities.
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Akron water main breaks put city on pace for a record year
Akron officials project about 500 water-main breaks in 2026, as aging pipes, temporary service impacts and emergency repairs strain the city system.
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Akron’s Native-Meadow Program Expands After Hardesty Park Pilot
Akron’s 2026 capital program allocates $70,000 to expand native-meadow work from Hardesty Park toward Memorial Parkway and Summit Lake, with changes to mowing, signage and park appearance expected as sites establish.
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Akron Metro Gas Hits $4.095; Diesel Reaches $5.294
AAA’s July 31 Akron metro check put regular gas at $4.095 and diesel at $5.294, with both fuels higher than the previous day, week, month and year.
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Akron’s $341M Capital Plan: What Road and Utility Work Means
Akron’s midyear capital update tracks 171 projects worth more than $341 million, with near-term work focused on roads, utilities, traffic calming and public facilities.
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Akron advances proposed Highland Square safety district assessment
Akron City Council advanced a proposed Highland Square district that could assess affected property owners about $100,000 a year for security and upkeep.
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Akron Daily Briefing: Sinkhole Repairs, Highway Crash, and $3.5M Lotto Win
Akron, OH — February 17, 2026 — Crews tackle a major sinkhole, an SR 59 crash disrupts traffic, and a persistent local player finally hits a $3.5M jackpot.
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Downtown Akron Fire Disrupts South Main as Crews Respond
Akron, OH — February 6, 2026 — Fire crews battled a large blaze on South Main Street this week, closing roads and drawing a coordinated emergency response downtown.
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Akron Weekly News Wrap-Up: February 5, 2026
Akron, OH — February 5, 2026 — This week in Akron, community initiatives, weather updates, and local events shaped the city’s landscape.
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Akron, OH Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
6:51 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Akron, OH: 1°F (Clear) · Feels like -8°F · Humidity 92% · Wind 5 mph
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Akron Zips Secure 28th Consecutive Home Win Against Kent State
Akron, OH — January 31, 2026 — The Akron Zips men’s basketball team extended their home winning streak to 28 games with a 69-52 victory over Kent State on Friday night.
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Akron, OH Weather Snapshot – January 31, 2026
5:31 PM · Saturday, January 31, 2026 · Akron, OH: 7°F (Mostly Cloudy) · Feels like -8°F · Humidity 66% · Wind 10 mph
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Akron Zips Prepare for Rivalry Game Against Kent State
Akron, OH — January 30, 2026 — The Akron Zips are set to face the Kent State Golden Flashes tonight at 6 p.m. at James A. Rhodes Arena. The Zips, led by Tavari Johnson, are aimi…
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Akron Zoo Extends Closure Amid Extreme Cold
Akron, OH — January 29, 2026 — The Akron Zoo remains closed due to severe cold temperatures, affecting both visitors and animal care routines.
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Local News Update for Akron, OH – January 28, 2026
Akron, OH — January 28, 2026 — Akron Zoo extends closure due to extreme cold; injury accidents reported near Kenmore Blvd and Florida Ave; Kent State men’s basketball game at Ak…