Stow Police add K9 to Force

"Spectrum" is third K9 unit for department

'Craigslist Killings:' Richard Beasley Testifies in Own Trial

Beasley told a jury Wednesday that one of the victims pulled a gun on him first in Noble County.

Stow Police on the Hunt for Alleged Gunman

Stow Police Chief Louis Dirker said it appears the shooting was drug-related.

Fugitive of the Week Accused of Attacking Housing Authority Security Guard

Jerrell Warren — a man charged with aggravated assault — is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force’s fugitive of the week

Two Shot in Stow Saturday Night (UPDATE)

Many details about the situation are still unknown.

Man Robs Bank With Pen; Burglars Target Frozen Turkeys: Best of the Blotter

Here are some of the weirdest police reports and incidents from departments across the region.

Stow Man Loses High-End Electronics, Jewelry to Burglar

The following was obtained from Stow police reports dated Feb. 21-25. It does not indicate convictions.

Stow Police: Suspected Bomb Actually Portable Meth Lab

Police say the items found in a box at Circle K on Feb. 18 were consistent with those used to produce methamphetamine.

Fugitive Of The Week Faces Robbery, Kidnapping & Burglary Charges

Everton Gillings — a man suspected of participating in a home invasion — is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force’s fugitive of the week

Craigslist Killer May Testify Against Alleged Perpetrator Richard Beasley

Jury selection in the trial against Richard Beasley -- the alleged mastermind of the Craigslist killings -- is underway, and prosecutors want Brogan Rafferty to testify against him.

Funky Odor Dooms Suspected Chuck E. Cheese Weed Dealer: Best of the Blotter

Here are some of the weirdest police reports and incidents from departments across the region.

Anonymous Tip Launched Suspected Meth Lab Investigation, Not Chemical Odor

Stow police said initial information suggested Tuesday's suspected meth lab bust was spurred by a child smelling of chemicals, but it was actually an anonymous tip.

UPDATE: Task Force Commends Teacher, Officer in Meth Bust

Parents charged with making meth after teacher, school resource officer acted on anonymous tip

Safety Task Force to Consider Training Grant

Munroe Falls police chief wants to apply for training for risk assessment team

Ex-Radio Shack Employee Arrested on Felony Charge

The following was obtained from a Feb. 16 Fairlawn police report. It does not indicate a conviction.

Suspected Meth House Searched; 5 Children Removed From Home

Jason and Brandi Little were arrested Tuesday after a suspected meth lab was found by police in their Stow residence.

Police Inspect Suspected Bomb at Stow Circle K

Stow police offer tips on what to do when finding suspicious items in public.

Public Indecency; Valentine Burglary; and 7-Eleven Con Man

The following was obtained from Cuyahoga Falls police reports dated Feb. 14-16. It does not indicate convictions.

Fugitive Accused of Shooting Rampage at Nightclub

Mario Burks is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force’s fugitive of the week.

Suspected Meth Activity Leads to Arrest at Walmart

The following was obtained from Stow police reports dated Feb. 10. It does not indicate a conviction.

Stow Wins Lawsuit Against Former Firefighter

A federal judge issued the ruling on Feb. 4.

Naked Man Confuses Masseuse for Prostitute: Best of the Blotter

Here are some of the weirdest police reports and incidents from departments across the region.

Stow May Sue Over Taser Settlement News Report

City officials say plaintiff may have breached disclosure agreement

Stow Man Hit With Felony Heroin Charge at Walmart

William F. Johnson, 53, of Stow, is being held in Summit County Jail.

Stow Woman Crashes Car Through Dollar General

Stow Fire Capt. Mark Stone reports the elderly driver was not injured in the accident.

Woman Tased by Stow Police Awarded $100,000 Settlement

Stow officials deny Chelsea Garrett's public statements that she was a victim of police brutality.

9 Signs Your Neighbor Is a Drug Dealer

Stow Police Det. Tom Gottas and Cuyahoga Falls Police Capt. Jack Davis provide a list of signs that could indicate drug activity in your neighborhood.

Fugitive Suspected of Murdering Man on New Year's Day

Marcellus Smith is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force’s fugitive of the week.

Dangerous Fugitives Wanted on Felony Charges

All information is according to the Portage County Sheriff's Office and county court records. Sheriffs warn their top fugitives could be armed and dangerous.

Puppy Stolen From Stow Apartment Complex

The following was obtained from a Feb. 4 Stow police report. It does not indicate a conviction.

Psychologist Talks Threat Assessment at Stow Safety Task Force

Dr. Alfred Grzegorek spoke at the community safety task force's second meeting Thursday

Stow Police Foil Inept Theft

The following was obtained from a Stow police report. It does not indicate a conviction.

Teen Found With Deadly Weapon at High School

A 15-year-old Stow-Munroe Falls High School student was caught with a 13-inch knife at school on Feb. 1.

U.S. Marshals Searching for Gas Station Robber

Charles Farris III is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force’s fugitive of the week.

Northern Ohio’s Most Wanted

Do you recognize any of these wanted fugitives?

Holy Family Student Wins Fire Safety Poster Contest, Design Displayed on Van All Year

Congratulations to Justin Malone and the other 11 finalists in the competition!

Fugitive Flees Police Wrong Way on I-90

Antonio Armstrong is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force's fugitive of the week.

WATCH: Donation to Stow Fire Department Could Save Your Pet's Life

Invisible Fence donated pet oxygen masks to the Stow Fire Department to save animals from smoke inhalation on Sunday.

Ding Dong Snowballs, Purse Snatcher & the Wanted: Week's Most-Read Crime Stories

We rounded up the three most popular crime stories this week, in case you missed it.

Northern Ohio’s Most Wanted

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force has recently updated this list of wanted fugitives.