Akron

Former School Van Driver Sues Akron District for $3.5 Million, Alleging Wrongful Termination and Retaliation

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Akron, Ohio — A former van driver, previously employed by Akron Public Schools, has filed a lawsuit against the district alleging wrongful termination and breach of contract following a complaint from a parent. Jasmeen Wadud is seeking $3.52 million in damages, claiming her dismissal was not only unmerited but also handled without a proper investigation, violating district procedures. According to court documents, Wadud recounts an incident where she was confronted by an agitated man, allegedly under the influence, while attempting to pick up a student. Following the altercation, the man, who then took the student … Read more

Akron School Superintendent Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Email Record Tampering and Lack of Transparency

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Akron, Ohio — The Akron Education Association is poised to take legal action against Akron Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson, alleging violations of Ohio’s public records laws through intentional mismanagement of email communications. The teachers’ union claims that Robinson utilized a Gmail feature called “confidential mode” to send disappearing emails regarding sensitive district matters, which they argue undermines transparency and record-keeping regulations. Union President Pat Shipe launched a scathing critique of Robinson’s practices, citing “public records mismanagement, fiscal irresponsibility, and legal obstruction” as core grievances. Specifically, Shipe spotlighted the superintendent’s approach to handling emails, … Read more

Community Outcry After Akron Teen Fatally Shot by Police, Bodycam Footage Sparks Concerns

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Akron, Ohio – The tragic police shooting of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker in Akron on Thanksgiving has cast a spotlight on law enforcement operations, sparking intense scrutiny and allegations of misconduct. In the aftermath of the incident, recorded partially on police body cameras, local authorities and family representatives voice deep concerns and demand answers. Mayor Malik Shammas publicly expressed his distress after reviewing the footage, noting it raised “serious questions” about the confrontation that he described as “deeply troubling.” The footage, lacking audio, fails to fully capture the moments leading up to and following Tucker’s shooting, … Read more

Stow Man Indicted for Niece’s Tragic Stabbing Death in Akron Home

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Akron, Ohio — A Stow man has been indicted by a Summit County grand jury on charges of murder connected to the death of his niece earlier this month. This indictment comes after the tragic event that unfolded on the night of Nov. 6. John Lorkowski, aged 46, is currently facing allegations of fatally stabbing 32-year-old Sharee Hutch. Authorities discovered Hutch’s body within a residence on Baird Road, showing signs of multiple stab wounds. The details surrounding the incident have sent ripples through the community, spotlighting the harsh realities of family-related violence. Further reports reveal … Read more