Episodes of the Akron Podcast

Akron’s fire and EMS services just snagged the Mission Lifeline Gold Achievement Award from the American Heart Association, proving that if you happen to have a heart attack or stroke, you’re in pretty good hands here. It’s r...

Akron is stepping up to help hungry kids this summer with free meals, starting June 9, for those 18 and under who qualify. This initiative will run Monday through Friday until August 1, ensuring that eligible youth, especiall...

The Mayor of Akron, Shammas Malik, delivered a compelling state of the city address, marking a significant moment for our community. He highlighted the progress made under his administration and laid out a bold vision for the...

The blimps are coming to Akron! Yes, you heard that right. Three blimps will be floating over our city to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first blimp flight. We’ll dive into the details of when and where you can catch ...

Wayne Dawson is back in the news, but not for his usual morning TV gig—he's opening a pot dispensary in Akron. Yes, you heard that right; Steinle's restaurant is being transformed into a marijuana haven. Meanwhile, Metro RTA ...

Ohio has decided that students and their cell phones should take a break during school hours, as the Senate just voted to implement a ban starting September 1st. While supporters argue this will boost student engagement and m...

We've got some big news on the Akron Podcast today: crime is still a hot topic, despite the mayor's optimistic claims. While we might have thought gun violence was down, a recent shooting at a party proves otherwise. And just...

The superintendent of Akron Public Schools is officially out, and we’re left with a $200,000 payout to show for it. Mark Robinson’s tenure ended amid allegations of bullying his staff and making some truly questionable choice...

The main focus today is the upcoming meeting on April 29 called "Designing Akron's Future," where local creatives can share their ideas for a new city logo. We’ll hear from notable partners and city representatives about how ...

The big news in Akron this week is the sudden leave of Superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson from Akron Public Schools, which has everyone buzzing. Meanwhile, Mary Outley steps in as the interim superintendent (again), and the ...

Akron is buzzing with news this week, and we’ve got all the juicy details. Akron Taxes Due First off, let’s talk about taxes. If you haven’t filed your taxes yet, well, I don’t know what to say—like, do you really think the I...

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The Akron City Council meeting offers a revealing glimpse into the local governance, where residents voice urgent concerns about police accountability and public safety. We dive into the absurdity of public comments, where ci...

The Akron podcast dives into the exciting transformation of the Linda Theater, shifting from showing first-run movies to live entertainment. This change is about as groundbreaking as, well, watching paint dry, but at least we...

Ohio lawmakers are gearing up to make significant changes to the state's voter-approved recreational marijuana law through Senate Bill 56, which could raise the excise tax on marijuana and implement several restrictions. The ...

The latest Akron Podcast dives into the exciting launch of the Downtown Akron Development Corporation, a new initiative aimed at revitalizing the city's downtown area. With a significant funding boost of $360,000 per year for...

This episode of the Akron Podcast discusses the important bond issue on the upcoming ballot that aims to fund a significant renovation of the Akron Summit County Public Library system. As the library infrastructure ages, comm...

November 5, 2024, marks an engaging episode of the Akron Podcast, where listeners are welcomed with the excitement of civic engagement and local happenings. The show kicks off with a reminder for voters about the importance o...

New Anti-Violence Strategy in Akron In a proactive step against gun violence, Akron City Council has approved new funding for a violence prevention program, set to launch in January 2025. Following a recent surge in local sho...

This episode provides crucial information about Akron's leaf removal schedule, ensuring residents are prepared for the upcoming season. The hosts discuss how each ward in Akron has different leaf pickup dates, emphasizing the...

Akron City Council voted 10-3 Monday night to move forward on a heavily contested plan to build a modern waste transfer station at a different site than its current operations. The three council members who voted against the ...

Today, we introduce two AI Anchors that help me share information. While they are not real, they sound real and will help me consistently get more information out. Today, you will hear about a ruling on the Police shooting fr...

Police Union Willing to Talk At an Akron City Council meeting, Brian Lucey, representing Akron's Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7, stated the union's willingness to engage in discussions on police reform, offering to meet wi...

Welcome back to the Akron Podcast, where we tackle the tough stories affecting our community. Today is April 11th, 2024, and we have a difficult topic. This isn't an April Fool's Day prank—it's a serious incident involving Ta...