Arts and Culture

7/10/2026 5:18:14 AM

This Akron artwork transforms your trash into an urgent plea to think before you toss.

From Trash to Treasure: Litter Art Sparks Environmental Conversation in AkronA public art project in Kenmore is turning ordinary litter into a powerful visual statement about the community's relations...

7/7/2026 5:14:20 AM

Vote for your local food favorites in our 2026 Best of the City competition

The Race to Find Summit County's Top Dining Destinations BeginsThe annual celebration of local flavor is officially underway in Akron, as "Breaking Now News" (BNN) launches the nomination phase for it...

6/5/2026 5:15:08 AM

Akron Zoo adding giraffes and ostriches in ambitious 2028 habitat expansion

Akron Zoo Unveils Major Wildlife Habitat ExpansionThe Akron Zoo is charting an ambitious course for the future, announcing a significant expansion project slated for completion in 2028. The new exhibi...

5/30/2026 7:17:58 AM

School’s out but brains stay on: summer reads middle-school students crave

Parents, Take Note: Your Middle Schooler Needs a New Kind of Reading ListThe window between childhood and high school is narrower than most realize, especially when it comes to literacy. This isn't ju...

5/6/2026 5:02:28 AM

Some Northside Marketplace vendors abruptly depart Akron, claiming they haven't been paid.

Exodus at Akron’s Northside Marketplace: Vendors Walk Out Over Unpaid Wages A fractures is emerging at the Northside Marketplace in Akron, as a growing number of vendors sever ties with the vendor, a...

3/31/2026 9:13:37 PM

Rhythmic Steel: Students Forge Music From Oil Drums

University Steel Drum Ensemble Keeps Caribbean Tradition Vibrant on CampusOn a university campus far from the tropics, the rhythmic pulse of calypso and soca music is alive and well. A dedicated stude...

3/27/2026 9:05:20 PM

First Look: Quaker Square's Bold Redesign with Rooftop Dining

Iconic Akron Silo Complex to Transform into Mixed-Use Hub The familiar skyline of Akron, Ohio is poised for a dramatic change. The long-vacant Quaker Square complex, with its distinctive grain silo...

3/10/2026 7:14:24 PM

Step Into Akron's Electric Poetry Night: Raw, Real Stories Shared

Akron's Weekly Poetry Night: Where Unscripted Stories Take the Stage In a cozy, unassuming corner of the city, a weekly gathering transforms ordinary Wednesday nights into a vibrant tapestry of hum...

7/7/2026 5:14:53 AM

Akron Native Pursues Coveted Spot at Esteemed London Drama Academy

From Akron Classrooms to Spotlights in London: Jovani Ibrahim’s Unconventional JourneyFor most artists, the path to one of the world’s most prestigious acting schools is laid with script readings and ...

6/28/2026 3:11:31 PM

Party reunites with North Hill neighbours aged 95 and beyond

Celebrating a Century of Life: Unity and Respect Shine at North Hill GatheringA recent community event brought together a unique and inspiring demographic: residents aged 95 and older. The gathering i...

6/4/2026 7:05:50 AM

BANGR at the HANGR honors 101 years of the legendary Goodyear blimp

Goodyear's Giant of the Sky Marks 101 YearsThe transition marking the debut contest was previously exclusive celebrity presence open business models launched annually decades earlier official mileston...

5/27/2026 9:02:08 PM

A monument for Chinatown, but silence for Santa Ana’s displaced and murdered Natives

A Planned Recognition, A Lingering SilenceAmidst the evolving landscape of urban memory, a recent proposal serves as a stark lens focusing on two competing narratives of a city's past. One story is sp...

4/26/2026 11:18:25 PM

A single potluck table built a whole new sense of community for Akron neighbors.

Akron’s Community Table: Did the ‘World’s Longest’ Potluck Break New Ground? Imagine a single table, teeming with casseroles and conversation, stretching down a closed-off Main Street for over two bl...

3/27/2026 9:05:45 PM

Comedians Share Their Wildest Memories as Beloved Comedy Club's Curtain Falls

Akron Comedians and Fans Remember a Local Comedy Launchpad For over two decades, a particular brick-walled room in Akron served as more than just a comedy club. For aspiring comics and dedicated fa...

3/26/2026 3:16:36 PM

Celebrate Toni Morrison's Legacy With These Ohio Events

Ohio Honors Literary Legend with Statewide CelebrationOhio is setting aside a special day to honor one of its most revered native daughters. The state has officially declared July 29 as "Toni Morrison...

3/10/2026 1:02:54 AM

Ohio's First Integrated Community Unearthed in Park Excavation

First Racially Integrated Neighborhood in Summit County Identified by HistoriansA quiet neighborhood in the Cascade Valley area is now recognized as a landmark of local civil rights history. Recent hi...

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7/10/2026 7:20:52 PM

Colbert County woman seeking freedom from prison for hoarding sick dogs hits court dead end

Ben Rudd from Crackpot Comedy aims to tug at heartstrings even without hearing a sound. His 2023 comedy album features just six minutes filled with deaf signing across a piano bar stage, but the hushe...

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7/10/2026 7:20:17 PM

Freedom Fuel stations already hiking prices days after debut, GasBuddy confirms

Rising Gas Prices Strike Soon After National ‘Freedom Fuel’ Launch, Data ShowsOptimism Fades as Pump Costs ClimbJust days after the rollout of a new, widely promoted fuel blend, new data indicates tha...

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7/10/2026 7:19:35 PM

Chris hit hard as Annie’s replacement faints, Zed’s bestfriend blushes during a challenge

Big Brother 28 Week 1: A Deep Dive into the Premiere's Biggest ShocksThe season premiere of Big Brother brought the drama, the puzzles, and the backstabbing houseguests fans crave. The first week insi...