Though Akron is deeply divided and facing the possibility of economic hardship, Mayor Shammas Malik said, the city can unite ...

Since becoming the mayor of Akron in January 2024, Shammas Malik has faced challenges and controversial issues.

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik’s second State of the City address focused on the city’s work to address public safety; economic ...

The city of Akron and its police union disagree on several terms of the collective bargaining agreement, including proposed ...

A neutral third party will issue a binding decision on the terms of potential pay increases for officers after listening to the two sides in a hearing.

to do it?" Akron Councilmember Eric Garrett speaks at a community meeting about the police department's use-of-force policy Jan. 9, 2025. Keysha Myers, the city's deputy police auditor ...

AKRON, Ohio — The city of Akron has confirmed to 3News that it has paid a $15,000 settlement to Jordan Ely Sr. to settle a federal lawsuit that accused two police officers of using excessive ...

By Mitch Smith Newly released video of the fatal November police shooting of Jazmir Tucker, a 15-year-old high school student in Akron, Ohio, has led to pointed questions from the city’s mayor ...

a Black man killed when eight police officers fired 94 bullets at him after he shot at least one round out his car window, will receive a $4.8 million settlement from the city of Akron ...

a Black man killed when eight police officers fired 94 bullets at him after he shot at least one round out his car window, will receive a $4.8 million settlement from the city of Akron ...

Each of them has ended in a settlement. In July, the city settled a lawsuit filed by the Akron Bail Fund and agreed to change how the Akron Police Department responds to and treats protesters.

Results will be reviewed by the police chief and the city of Akron police auditor. Mayor Shammas Malik said in a statement Saturday that his heart goes out to Jones' family. "While it is never ...