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Local News

University of Akron privatizes dorms to fund long-awaited improvements

Tessa DiTirro

Stark County News

Six escape Canton Township house fire that destroyed family home

Kylie Strandberg

Local News

Akron administration proposes end to officers using personal rifles for patrols

Remi Murrey
Local News

Thieves thought they stole plumbing tools - end up with trailer of soccer gear.

Clay LePard

Akron Canton News

Ohio Supreme Court to decide if Sydney Powell will get new trial

News 5 Staff

Akron Canton News

Akron Police investigating 'domestic-related homicide'

Drew Scofield

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