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Bryan Kristopowitz checks in with his review of the new natural disaster action flick On Fire with Lance Hendrikson.

The action thriller On Fire depicts a family fighting to escape a deadly fire. But, the filmmakers point out, in the real world this experience is all too common.

The actor-director shares why he wanted to make the wildfire survival thriller, how being a father has impacted his career.

Smokey the Bear says “only you can prevent wildfires,” but come on, you’re gonna listen to a cartoon bear?In the new movie “On Fire,” they’re<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://wsvn.com/entertainment/deco-drive/star-co-director-peter-facinelli-discusses-making-indie-wildfire-survival-film-on-fire/">Read More</a>

On Fire enters the fray, and the movie world, by volunteering to carry the mantle of climate urgency signaling.

Imokhai Okolo, who was denied a seat on Akron's police oversight board, said his client will sue after being punched during violent July 1 arrest.

Most of the 62 cases involving people arrested during protests last summer ended with dismissals. And most of the trials ended with acquittals.

Police say Jordan D. Ely Sr. did not comply with commands. He was arrested on a felony drug charge and five outstanding warrants.

Protesters in Akron took to the streets Tuesday to demand justice for Jayland Walker after a grand jury decided not to indict the eight officers involved in his fatal shooting.

The 35-year-old victim was taken to Cleveland Clinic Akron General where he was pronounced dead.