Andrew Kim

Reporter · Akron, OH

Andrew is a graduate of Ohio University and has been reporting on arts and community happenings in Akron for 5 years. He has experience with both local newspapers and digital platforms, enhancing his understanding of diverse audiences.

13 stories from Andrew Kim in Akron

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When is trick-or-treat this year? Check our NE Ohio Halloween list

Feel those autumn vibes permeating the air? That means it’s time to start thinking about your Halloween choices -- especially trick-or-treat plans.

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LIST: Polling place changes for the Nov. 3 midterm elections in Cuyahoga County and across Northeast Ohio

Tens of thousands of voters across Northeast Ohio will be expected to cast their Nov. 3 ballots in a different location.

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Ohio governor candidates make last-minute pitches to voters

With the midterm elections just days away, Ohio’s gubernatorial candidates are making their closing arguments for who will best tackle the state’s affordability crisis.

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Ghostly encounters? Rocky River pub has haunted history

Gormley's Pub in Rocky River has reports of ghostly figures, unexplained noises and thermal images, along with a chilling history dating to 1865.

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Kids OK? A record number of people under 35 are living with their parents

One in 3 adults under 35 are living with their parents, according to a new analysis.

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Ex-Mickey Mouse actor tried to meet minor for sex, brought diapers, sheriff says

Out of the hundreds arrested in a recent Polk County child predator sting, one suspect stood out for besmirching the good name of Mickey Mouse.

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Prosecutor drops charges against man arrested in Ohio festival shooting that wounded 12

Citing “new and developing evidence,” a prosecutor in Ohio dropped charges Friday against a man arrested in a shooting that wounded 12 people at a crowded neighborhood street festival in June.

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Community•22h

Could you survive 90 days without power? Expert sounds alarm

Survival expert Mykel Hawke said Americans should pay attention to the same threats military planners are preparing for.

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Community•23h

Boo! NE Ohio haunted houses perfect for Halloween

If you're looking for a change of scenery, you could choose to be scared out of your wits!

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Community•23h

Trick-or-treating? How to check Ohio's sex offender registry

As families prepare for Halloween, parents may want to take an extra step before sending their children out trick-or-treating: checking Ohio's sex offender registry.

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Christa Pike says she's in constant pain and blames 'incompetence' for her failed execution

Christa Pike said Friday that she remains in constant pain and struggles to speak a month after surviving a lethal injection in Tennessee, a failure she blames on “incompetence.”

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Community•Yesterday

Ohio lottery winner splits prize with grandma

TORONTO, Ohio (WJW) – If you’re lucky, you get to grow up with grandparents and make special memories with them. That was the case with Alan. He and his grandma have a tradition of playing scratch-offs together. “Alan said that he used to ride along with his grandma when she bought tickets. Now...

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Community•Yesterday

WATCH: President, first lady greet trick-or-treaters at the White House

The president and his wife handed out candy to hundreds of costumed kids outside the White House residence at Thursday’s annual Halloween celebration.

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