There is a difference between lying in state and lying in repose. Only the following are allowed to lay in state: Current or former government officials (e.g., Member of Congress, President, Vice President); military leaders; unknown servicemembers from World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam era. All other eligible honorees would be considered for lying in repose. At press time it appears that Jackson will be doing neither.It had been presumed that Congre

*How you start your day may have more impact on your heart health than you realize. Building a few intentional habits into your morning can support healthier blood pressure without requiring a dramatic lifestyle overhaul. As Health.com reports, calming practices like meditation and deep breathing are a good place to start. A 2024 review covering 15 clinical trials connected these types of exercises to lower systolic blood pressure numbers, with participants noticing changes a

Actor Delroy Lindo addressed the audience at the 57th NAACP Image Awards on Saturday (Feb. 28) with heartfelt thanks for the “support and love” following last weekend’s controversial incident at the BAFTA Film Awards. Lindo, taking the stage with “Sinners” writer-director Ryan Coogler, received a standing ovation before speaking about the Feb. 23 BAFTA ceremony. During that event, while Lindo and Michael B. Jordan were presenting an award on stage, a guest with Tourette’s syn

The Mark Heffernan/Margaret Judge Divisions of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, in association with the City of Akron, present the 43rd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 14. The parade will kick-off at noon, beginning at Cedar/S. Main and move northbound on South Main Street to Bowery Street in downtown Akron. This event is co-sponsored by The Riverfront Irish Festival and Presper Financial Architects.   Prior to the parade, guests are invited to visit the Hi

Akron, Ohio, March 1, 2026  — Last night, Akron Police Department responded to assist a neighboring agency in the 1700 block of East Market St. after receiving information that a semi-truck fled from officers in another jurisdiction. Two Akron officers fired on the suspect during the incident. Today, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik has released the following statement: “I want to express my sincere gratitude to all of the law enforcement officers who responded to last night's incid

INDIANAPOLIS – The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine continues, with wide receivers set to participate in live drills on Feb. 28. The Browns have 10 total picks in the 2026 NFL Draft – including the sixth overall and 24 th overall picks in the first round, and the 39 th overall pick in the second round – and could look to add depth to their receiving corps in the draft. Their receiver room currently is anchored by Jerry Jeudy and Cedric Tillman and features young players such as Is

QB  Shedeur Sanders  has officially been named to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games. Sanders joins DE  Myles Garrett  and CB  Denzel Ward  as representatives for the Browns. This marks the first Pro Bowl selection for Sanders following his rookie season. He was also the only Browns rookie to earn a Pro Bowl selection. "Thank you God. I'm beyond excited and extremely grateful for all the love and support from the coaches, players, and fans," Sanders said in a statement. "This wouldn't b

We've extended the hours at Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier St.) to last all week. The center will be open Monday, Jan. 26 through Sunday, Feb. 1 to provide a warming center for residents in need. The Summit Lake Community Center will be open between 8:00am and 7:00pm during those days. All other City of Akron community centers will be open during their normal business hours. The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center will be open nightly through Jan. 30 from

Tuesday Jan. 27 10:20am Update - If you have a residential street which has not been plowed, now is the time to enter a 3-1-1 request. Crews made one pass on every public, City of Akron street last night so if we missed you (we're sorry!) please enter a request. You can call 3-1-1, go online to akronohio.gov/311 , or download the Akron 311 app. Any request that was entered during the storm has been cleared so if you entered a request yesterday and it's still not done, please

As the Browns continue their search for a new head coach, the preparation for the 2026 season is underway. Decisions surrounding the coaching staff will be a key piece of the offseason, alongside the moves made in free agency and the players selected with their draft picks. The Browns officially hold the No. 6 and No. 24 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft – as well as eight other draft picks – and they will continue ramping up for draft season with the 2026 Panini Bowl and NFL Combi