Good morning, Akron.

A driver fired at Akron Police officers during a traffic stop in West Akron early Tuesday at 4 a.m. (he was in a rental car) and then sped away after shooting through his window, with an officer returning fire and no injuries reported as police plan to track down the suspect so he faces justice.

Akron police responded to a welfare check call on South Highland Avenue at 7:30 p.m.—they found a 26 year old man and a 44 year old woman with gunshot wounds in an apparent murder-suicide and both were pronounced dead at the scene.

Akron Public Schools introduced a plan on Monday to cut $10.2 million from the budget—$5.8 million from workforce reductions and $4.4 million from operational costs—with unions to be notified on March 30 and affected employees on April 1.

The proposal will be presented to the Board on April 14 and will be implemented the following day if approved.

Ohio kindergarten vaccination rates dropped to 85.4% for the 2024-25 school year as the MMR rate fell to 88.3%, Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff said at a Tuesday press conference—raising concerns amid rising measles cases in Texas and New Mexico.

Akron’s March Madness-style contest to name the best pizza has narrowed the field to eight local pizzerias after nearly 3,000 votes and over 600 Facebook comments.

Voters have until Sunday to choose winners in matchups that include Luigi’s vs Merriman Valley Pizza and Twisted Tomato Pizzeria vs Fiesta Pizza and Chicken with the final winner to be named on April 8.

The Akron Zips earned the No. 13 seed in the East Region and will face the fourth-seeded Arizona Wildcats on Friday in Seattle with tipoff at 7:35 p.m.

Electric Avenue Concert

Enjoy a performance by Electric Avenue at EJ Thomas Hall in Akron.

Introduction to Target Archery

Participants will learn international-style target archery and practice their skills at a temporary indoor range with all equipment and hands-on instruction provided.

She Kills Monsters at Akron Civic Theatre

She Kills Monsters is a theatrical performance exploring themes of friendship and fantasy, taking place at the Akron Civic Theatre.

Joy of Writing Workshop

A supportive workshop for individuals looking to develop their writing skills and share their stories, hosted at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.

Pokémon Club Gathering

The Pokémon Club at the Northwest Akron Branch Library is a community event for fans to engage in games, crafts, and show off their favorite Pokémon.

Open Interviews for 2nd Shift Production Operators

Hiring Event @ 1020 Lambert Street, Barberton, OH 44203 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Herb Alpert with the Tijuana Brass Live

Herb Alpert and his band will perform classic Tijuana Brass hits in a nostalgic evening filled with music and memorabilia.

Minecraft Madness at Northwest Akron Branch Library

Celebrate Minecraft with themed activities, crafts, and snacks at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.

Jackson Dean Concert

7-9 p.m. | The Dusty Armadillo | Ticket prices vary | Experience a night of live music with Jackson Dean in Rootstown.

Monthly Tabletop Role Playing Game Club

2-4 p.m. | Northwest Akron Branch Library | Free entry | Engage in creative storytelling and strategic gameplay with fellow tabletop enthusiasts.

Akron Open Door AA Meeting

7:30-8:30 p.m. — 610 W Exchange St, Akron, OH — Free entry — Discover local resources and support for alcohol addiction in a welcoming environment.