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Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The LeBron James Family Foundation is auctioning a behind-the-scenes Akron tour to fund its Akron-centric initiatives, with bids starting at $10,000. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ A vigil is set to honor Coventry High School students Abigayle Mates and Adrian Mates-Mata, who died in a house fire, with live streaming available at 6:30 p.m. WKYC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in Akron, Ohio, dismantled an illegal gambling operation, confiscating over 150 machines and $93,188, and issuing several summonses. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ An Akron police officer pleaded guilty to charges related to creating and sharing inappropriate content of a minor. iHeartMedia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Firestone CLC will premiere 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,' showcasing a new generation of wizards and their conflicts with familiar characters in Akron, Ohio. Akron Beacon Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Akron President RJ Nemer initiates faculty and staff reductions to address a $27 million budget deficit. Signal Akron
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Ohio, taking a ballot selfie is illegal and considered a fifth-degree felony, though enforcement of this law is unlikely. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Signal Akron offers comprehensive election coverage, including local issue overviews, candidate information, and voting guides for Akron and Summit County voters. Signal Akron
- ➤ In Ohio, taking a selfie with a completed ballot is illegal and punishable, while in Kentucky, it's permitted; this article also covers what is and isn't allowed at polling stations in both states. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Browns players Joel Bitonio and David Njoku return to practice with no injury designation for Sunday's game, while Denzel Ward is listed as questionable. Akron Beacon Journal
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