Akron Police say a 27-year-old man is under arrest in connection to the shooting death of his uncle over the weekend. 

On Saturday, November 30th, police were called to home in the 800 block of Cordova Avenue, where they found the victim, 64-year-old Melvin Peters. He had been shot in the back and was pronounced dead on the scene shortly after EMS arrived. 

According to APD, Donnell Lawson, the victim's nephew, confessed to the shooting. 

Lawson is now charged with aggravated murder. 

The City of Akron is getting residents in the holiday spirit with the 16th annual Winterblast at Lock 3. 

The season of outdoor, wintry fun for both adults and kids kicks off Friday, November 29th, Black Friday, and runs through February 17th. 

“Winterblast is a hallmark of the Akron holiday season,” Mayor Dan Horrigan said. “It’s well worth the effort to navigate the downtown construction and stop by Lock 3 for a truly unique and enjoyable experience—whether that’s skating on the ice rink, strolling past the magical, animated window displays, or attending one of the many unique seasonal events. There truly is something for everyone during Winterblast.” 

Winterblast at Lock 3 Featured Events:

OPENING CELEBRATION:  Fri. Nov. 29^th | Festivities begin at 6:30 pm. Tree lighting at 7:30 pm.  Join us for free hot chocolate and cookie decorating, lighting of the City of Akron’s official tree, fireworks, make-n-take crafts, COSI – Center of Science and Industry with cool science spots, write a letter to Santa, and visit with Rudolph and friends, and more! Opening day hours: 11 am-11 pm.

CANDY CANE LANE - Presented by Cardinal Group and Signet Jewelers: Nov. 29^th – Jan. 1^st | 8 animated cottage windows will delight young and old.

WELCOME SANTA PARADE - Presented by Bridgestone: Sat. Nov. 30^th | 10 am – On Bowery from Exchange to Main St. Welcome Santa to Town! (Visit lock3live.com for route)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - Presented by Akron Community Foundation: Sat. Dec. 14^th and 21^st | 9:30 am –11:30 am. AND Sun. Dec. 8^th, 15^th, 22^nd | 9:30 am –11:30 am.  Event includes breakfast, entrance to the Akron Children's Museum, ice skating, skate rental, Polar Putt-Putt and photo opportunities with Santa and costumed characters. $15 Children | $10 Adult

A VERY GRINCHY NIGHT- Presented by HM Miller Construction: Sat. Dec. 14^th | 5 pm – 9pm. Menu includes Roast Beast, Who Pudding and More. The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who will be there for photos. Children $10 (12 and under), Adults $15. Price includes Dinner, Photos, Putt-Putt and Skating Coupon. The Grinch Who Stole Christmas Movie, starring Jim Carrey – Free Admission – Movie starts at 7:30 pm.

5TH ANNUAL COTTAGE CRAWL - Presented by Thirsty Dog Brewing Company:  Sat. Jan. 11^th | 1 pm – 6 pm. Fire Pits, Food and All Akron Beer.

NINJA PIZZA PARTY - Presented by The First Tee of Greater Akron: Fri. Jan. 18^th | 5 pm – 8pm. Pizza, Drinks, Ice Skating, Putt-Putt and Ninja Training! 

TOY TIME WEEKEND - Presented by Akron Community Foundation: Sat. Jan. 25^th AND Sun. Jan. 26^th | 9:30 am – 11:30 am. Event includes breakfast, entrance to the Akron Children's Museum, ice skating, skate rental, Polar Putt-Putt and photo opportunities with costumed characters. $15 Children | $10 Adult.

PJ HEROES EVENT- Presented by Akron Community Foundation: Sat. Feb. 8^th | 9:30 am – 11:30 am. Event includes breakfast, entrance to the Akron Children's Museum, ice skating, skate rental, Polar Putt-Putt, and photo opportunities with costumed characters. $15 Children | $10 Adult.

THE MOUSE AND HIS FRIENDS - Presented by Akron Community Foundation: Sun. Feb. 9^th | 9:30 am – 11:30 am. Event includes breakfast, entrance to the Akron Children's Museum, ice skating, skate rental, Polar Putt-Putt, and photo opportunities with costumed characters. $15 Children | $10 Adult.

Also This Year:

AKRON ZIP CARD NIGHT - Presented by the University of Akron: University of Akron students and faculty receive free skating & hot chocolate with their zip card on Thursdays from 6-11 pm.

FUNDRAISER NIGHT: Print out the flyer from our website and share with your organization.  Bring to Lock 3 any Wednesday night and your organization will receive $1 for every paid skate rental.   

For a full calendar, click here. For tickets, visit www.lock3live.com

The National Park System and local law enforcement are asking the public's help finding a suspect who assaulted a female runner in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park this past Sunday morning around 11:30.

According to the report (below), the woman was jogging on the Old Carriage Trail in Sagamore Hills when she was assaulted by a man wearing a ski mask, gloves, a dark zip-up jacket and work pants. He's described as a white male, average build and height. The victim was unharmed, according to police.

Anyone with information is asked to call the National Park's Investigative Services Branch.

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Brecksville, Ohio – At approximately 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 17, an unknown person wearing a ski mask assaulted a female runner on the Old Carriage Trail in Sagamore Hills within Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The victim escaped without injury. Rangers are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect. He is described as a white male of average build and height, wearing a knit cap, dark ski gloves, dark zip-up heavy jacket and dark work pants. The clothing is not typical for a hiker or runner.

National Park Service rangers and local law enforcement officials are investigating this crime. If you have information that could help solve this case, please contact the National Park Service’s Investigative Services Branch (ISB). Call or text the ISB Tip Line at 888-653-0009. Tips can be submitted online by visiting http://www.nps.gov/isb and clicking “Submit a Tip.”

Browns Defensive End Myles Garrett is appealing his indefinite suspension after Thursday night's on-field fight between him and Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph.

According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, Garrett and his representation may have found a loophole in the League's Collective Bargaining Agreement that doesn't allow indefinite suspensions for on-field acts.

As #Browns DE Myles Garrett gets set to appeal his lengthy suspension, one source said an argument will be that the CBA does not allow for indefinite suspensions for on-field acts. Garrett will hope for a finite number, as well as a reduction.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 17, 2019

Garrett is the talk of the NFL after he ripped off Rudolph's helmet with just 8 seconds left in Thursday's Browns win over the Steelers, and then clubbed him over the head with it. On Friday the NFL suspended Garrett without pay indefinitely.

From @NFLTotalAccess: Wrapping up a wild day of #Browns and #Steelers fines and suspensions. pic.twitter.com/o0G1IFfYcc

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 16, 2019

Gordon Banks Jr., 19, of Akron is facing charges connected to a Snapchat meet-up that turned into an armed robbery.

Back on November 11th, Brooks and the victim arranged to meet so that one of them could buy a THC cartridge from the other. That's when Brooks pulled a gun and stole the victim's cellphones.

Brooks is charged with Aggravated Robbery.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is still investigating, but have confirmed that at least one person was killed in an accident along I-80 Eastbound in Richfield Tuesday morning. 

According to the report, just about 9 a.m. a multi-vehicle happened in the eastbound lanes at State Route 8. 

As of noon all lanes on the eastbound side of the highway were closed and all but one lane of I-80 Westbound were closed causing major delays all morning. 

Another accident nearby along State Route 8, the southbound lanes were closed due to an accident near Rt. 303. 

Along I-77 Southbound at 241 an accident left one lane closed late morning. 

For more traffic updates follow @AkronTXWX on Twitter. 

The deadline to nominate your local hero for the annual Acts of Courage Awards hosted by the American Red Cross of Northeast Ohio is rapidly approaching!

What constitutes a hero? Well, an ordinary person who has done, or continues to do, extraordinary things. 

(Photo Credit: American Red Cross of Northeast Ohio Facebook Page) 

Take for example Eric Peterson of Atwater who was driving to work on the morning of March 27, 2018, just like any other day... until it wasn't. He noticed smoke coming from a house in his neighborhood, just a few houses from his. When Peterson didn't see anyone standing outside, he knew there had to be people inside and that they probably needed help. 

That's when he jumped into action and saved the lives of a family he'd never met prior to that day. 

Hear the interview with Eric Peterson, 2019 recipient of the Acts of Courage Award.  

If there is someone in your life who you feel deserves the title of NEO Hero, then click here to submit their name in the running for the 2020 Acts of Courage Awards on March 5th on March 5th. The deadline to submit is December 31st, so act fast! 

Click here for a list of restaurants where you can get a Veterans Day discount. 

Akron Police were called to a local business in the 700 block of South Canton Road Thursday morning, around 4:30, about a suspicious vehicle.

When officers arrived, they found car parked behind the building with the engine running, the headlights on, and the front passenger door open. Inside the car, was 37-year-old Michael Lee, asleep, and with a loaded gun, in plain view, on the back seat of the car. Then police found another loaded rifle and drugs, which Lee admitted were his.

Lee was arrested, and is charged with Carrying Concealed Weapon, Having Weapons under Disability, Improperly Handling Firearm in Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Drugs. 

UNION TOWN, OH (November 8, 2019) Local McDonald’s Owner/Operator Tom Locke wants to thank veterans for protecting the freedom we all enjoy in the United States.

“I appreciate our veterans’ service every day of the year.  Veterans Day provides an annual reminder to demonstrate that gratitude in a meaningful way,” Locke explained.

On Veterans Day – Monday, November 11 -- veterans and active duty military are invited to visit any of Locke’s 39 restaurant locations to enjoy a complimentary meal. Proper identification is required.  Guests should bring a military ID card, DD-214 form, Veterans Organization card, or a photograph of themselves in uniform.

The offer is valid at all of Locke’s McDonald’s restaurant locations:

About McDonald’s                                                                                                                                 

Locke’s family business has been a McDonald’s franchise organization for more than 20 years.  Based in Union Town, OH, the company owns and operates 39 McDonald’s restaurants in PA, WV and OH.  Each location employs more than 50 local residents