Wig wearing robber wanted in Akron

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 1:44pm

AKRON, OH (WOIO)- Akron police are looking for the suspect who robbed a cash advance at gunpoint.

It happened around 3:30 p.m. Monday afternoon at the First American Cash Advance on South Arlington Street.

An employee reported the suspect entered the business and approached the teller counter. The suspect pulled out a handgun and demanded money. The suspect fled with an unreported amount of cash.

The suspect is a black man, 20 - 25 years old, 5'08" - 5'10", thin, wearing a woman's black wig, a black shirt, blue jeans and was carrying a large white purse.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Akron Police at 330-375-2181.

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Spring Cleaning: 9 dangerous items to throw away

Submitted by JTullos on Tuesday, May 7th, 7:05 am

Spring’s here, which also means it’s time for the dreaded spring cleaning! Though cleaning is on the brain, many Americas will actually fail to clear out some of the nastiest and dangerous items in their home, which can harbor bacteria and potentially cause health problems if they aren't disposed of properly.

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Akron woman robbed at gunpoint while walking home

Submitted by WOIO Web Staff

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 2:56pm

AKRON, OH (WOIO)- Police say a 49-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint while walking home around 2:00 p.m. Friday.

Akron Police say the victim was walking in the 400 block of Sumner Street, when a gold minivan stopped and the passenger approached her on foot.

The suspect pointed a gun at the victim and demanded her purse. The victim gave the suspect her purse and he got back into the gold minivan and fled.

The victim ran to a nearby house and asked them to call the police.

The victim's purse contained over $600.00 in cash, a cell phone, a checkbook and miscellaneous identification cards.

The suspect(s) are two black males. The first suspect is 5'10" - 5'11", 150 lbs., and was wearing an Oklahoma City Thunder baseball hat, a black t-shirt and khaki colored shorts.

The second suspect is 5'05" - 5'08", 190 lbs., and was wearing all black clothing and had multiple tattoos on his face and arms.

The suspects vehicle was possibly a gold, Plymouth Voyager.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Akron Police.

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Man shot while driving in Akron

Submitted by WOIO Web Staff

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 2:17pm

AKRON, OH (WOIO)- Police say a 41-year-old man was shot in the arm while driving a black, 2003 Land Rover.

The shooting happened around 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Russell Avenue and West Bowery Street in Akron.

Two passengers in the Land Rover were not injured.

The victim drove himself to Akron General Medical Center where he was treated and released.

Akron Police say the suspects were driving a brown, newer Honda or Acura.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Akron Police.

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National Nurses Week 2013

Submitted by mdynia on Monday, May 6th, 10:27 am

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6, also known as National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

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Neighborhood Friend of the Week: Maya

Submitted by Brandon Yanak & Alyssa Andel, Animal Adoption Bloggers

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 8:12am

Friend of the Week is a regular feature to introduce furry friends in the community who need loving and caring homes. Please help these deserving animals find their forever guardians or consider adopting an animal yourself. NFW South: Available for Adoption

NFW Challenge 2013: 416 / 460 Adoptions

This special girl just celebrated her favorite holiday, Cinco de Mayo. You can see how she was all dressed up in her party gear. But now, it is the perfect time to adopt Maya and give her a new favorite day to celebrate. Whether it is Seis de Maya, Quince de Maya, or even Veinticuatro de Maya, our furry Friend is ready to celebrate the best day of her entire life – her adoption day! Everyday will be a celebration when Maya is in your life.

Maya was rescued from death row at the Cleveland Kennel by MuttleyCrue and taken to a foster home. She was always meant to be a loving pet and companion. Her foster mom has nothing but great things to say about Maya. She is working on all her commands and loves to show everyone how good she sits and gives paw. Maya is a quick learner and just wants to please people. She loves to play and even more to cuddle with anyone. Celebrate Maya day today!

To adopt Maya, contact the MuttleyCrue in Berea at muttleycrue@rocketmail.com or visit http://www.muttleycrue.org/.

Click here to view Maya’s profile on Petfinder.com.

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Sun-tastic Monday!

Submitted by A.Hake, Web Producer

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 7:45am

A storm system centered south of Ohio with bring a few showers to southern portions of Northeast Ohio this afternoon. I expect this to be light and to be limited to areas south of Akron. With still plenty of dry air in place the middle of the week will be dry. Out ahead of a cold front a few showers and isolated t-storms will be the focus of Thursday night into Friday.

TODAY: Partly cloudy with a few showers south of Akron this afternoon. High: 70 Wind: SE-NE at 5-10 mph

TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy. Low: 55 Wind: SE at 5-10 mph

TUESDAY: Partly cloudy. High: 71

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