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Kent State walk honors Ziggy Strong, the fight against cancer

Sofia Helena, KSTV Reporter October 22, 2025

Kent State alumnus Jason Zygadlo was diagnosed with cancer in 2019. Since then, he has turned his fight into a mission to help others overcome the disease, just as he did. With this goal in mind, he created...

Vaccine clinic in Akron helps pet owners keep up with care without breaking the bank

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter October 21, 2025

AKRON, Ohio — For many pet owners, keeping up with routine care can get expensive. But One of a Kind Pets is helping make it more affordable, one clinic at a time. Every month, the Akron-based rescue...

Kent Lions Club covers county with carnations

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter October 16, 2025

Pops of color fill the greenhouse of the Acorn and Evergreen Floral Studio as Kent Lions Club members package carnations for their annual flower fundraiser. Long white boxes stamped with the Kent Lions...

Operation Double Eagle leads to dozens of arrests and firearms seizures in Akron

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter October 12, 2025

A two-month joint investigation between local and federal authorities has led to dozens of arrests and more than 50 firearms seized in Akron. “Operation Double Eagle” was carried out by the Bureau...

Kent’s acting mayor reflects, looks to continue Fiala’s legacy

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter October 10, 2025

Stepping into the role of acting mayor in the city of Kent, Jack Amrhein hopes to carry out the legacy of longtime Kent Mayor Jerry Fiala. "It's still kind of jarring that he's gone," said Amrhein....

New Ohio law enforces mandatory drivers’ ed for all under 21

Talia Milewich, KSTV Reporter October 3, 2025

One new Ohio driving law was put into effect Sept. 30 and makes driver's education training mandatory for all new drivers under the age of 21. Previously, only those under 18 were required to attend...

Touch-A-Truck drives community together for day of memories

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter September 29, 2025

Kent Roosevelt High School's DECA students hosted over a thousand people at Touch-A-Truck. DECA, an international organization, focuses on preparing students for careers in marketing, entrepreneurship...

New H-1B visa fee raises concerns for graduating international students

Sofia Helena, KSTV Reporter September 27, 2025

Editor's note: The identity of the individual interviewed for this story has been protected to ensure their safety. A new $100,000 fee was announced Sept. 19 for new applicants of the H-1B visa, raising...

Akron firefighter featured at New York Fashion Week

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter September 24, 2025

Kent State fashion alumna, firefighter and paramedic Jazmine Fischer-Veal is back from New York Fashion Week. She described New York Fashion Week as an experience that solidified what she's supposed...

USG responds to changes under Senate Bill 1

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter September 23, 2025

Senate Bill 1, also known as the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act, is now in effect and bringing changes to campuses across Ohio. At Kent State, the Undergraduate Student Government responded with...

Portage County deputy pleads not guilty in Medina County abduction, intimidation case

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter September 18, 2025

Two Northeast Ohio officers, including Portage County deputy Daniel LaJack, have pleaded not guilty to charges of abduction, ethnic intimidation and assault following an incident at a Medina County bar. The...

Locals feel ‘angry,’ ‘confused’ on SNAP benefits’ impending changes

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter September 15, 2025

Waiting for guidance. As states start to feel the impact of President Trump’s tax law, the popular “Big Beautiful Bill,” Ohio’s benefits programs wait for the next steps to change Supplemental...

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