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12/01/2025

Moments after Troy Weiss told his mother “The Kelly Clarkson Show” wanted to fly them to New York City to talk on-air about Akron native Paul Tazewell and his award-winning costume designs, she steered the conversation in a different direction — to fashion.

Troy Weiss was flown to New York by “The Kelly Clarkson Show” to talk on-air with Akron native and Wicked costume designer Paul Tazewell.

12/01/2025

Bras. Banners. Red maple trees. Anything that makes people stop and feel something. Jim Collver uses visual, public symbols to raise awareness, amplify voices of those who sometimes go unheard.

Jim Collver has transformed Northeast Ohio into a gallery of public symbols, anything that makes people stop and feel something.

12/01/2025

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The $17 million renovation project sought to make Lock 3 an everyday destination instead of a place people only visit to see a concert.

11/29/2025

From that cousin you see once or twice a year to the random co-worker you’re paired with for Secret Santa, it can sometimes be difficult to come up with a perfect gift. Books are a great way to show someone you know what they like.

It can sometimes be difficult to come up with a perfect gift. Books are a great way to show someone you know what they like.

11/28/2025

Almost 50 photographs depicting Black life in Akron in the 1930s and 1940s are on view at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron Black History and Culture. https://signalnews.info/43Npqb2

11/28/2025

This is your wake up call. DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE 👀 This gift guide has something for everyone. From foodies to die-hard Akron lovers, you can shop local and find a t-shirt or makeup bundle for your favorite people.

From foodies to die-hard Akron lovers, you can shop local and find the perfect gifts for your favorite Northeast Ohio people.

11/26/2025

Akron! What are your go-to holiday activities on a budget? Holidays can get pretty expensive. Spending time with friends and family shouldn't be determined by an overpriced or out-of-budget activity. Tell me about your plans for budget-friendly (or free) activities this holiday season. What do they usually cost (if applicable)? Have any cheap or free holiday traditions? Tell me about them at [email protected]."

11/26/2025

You stuffed WHAT now? We're in. TASTE THIS : Patrons of Papa Joe’s adore the crab stuffed mushrooms, calling them ‘savory, mouthwatering and comforting.’

Signal Akron’s Patricia Sheahan says the complexity of flavors assembled in the crab stuffed mushrooms at Papa Joe's is satisfying.

11/26/2025

Attorneys for the family of Jazmir Tucker repeatedly criticized Akron’s mayor and police department leadership for the death of the 15-year-old last Thanksgiving night. They said the teen’s death could have been avoided if officers had better training on de-escalation and constitutional policing.

Tucker’s mother, Ashley Green, filed a lawsuit against Fields, the Akron police chief, the mayor and the City of Akron, among others.

11/25/2025

*It's been looooongggg, looongggg time comin...🎶 * The City of Akron is officially in sight of a milestone it has been working toward since the 1960s: the complete removal of city-owned lead water lines.

Learn about the health effects of lead in your drinking supply as well as how to identify lead water lines in your home

11/25/2025

“It’s OK to be skeptical when something is suspicious." Let's stay safe Akron! Here are some red flags to help you avoid holiday scammers. For example: DO NOT book your vacation on an unfamiliar website. ⬇️ 📰

Ohioans lost more than $228 million last year to fraud and scams, so stay vigilant and monitor your bank accounts.

11/24/2025

Hey Akron, happy Thanksgiving week! — Let's start the week off with something fun. Are you ready to find your perfect neighborhood match?

Take our quiz: “Find your perfect Akron neighborhood.”

Remember our "Inside Akron" 24-part profile series? We covered them all. Now, we’re turning it into something a little more interactive. https://signalnews.info/48vMfT3