At-Large Councilwoman Linda Omobien said police "murdered" Jayland Walker in a recent council meeting. The shooting is under investigation and no charges have been filed.
At-Large Councilwoman Linda Omobien said police "murdered" Jayland Walker in a recent council meeting. The shooting is under investigation and no charges have been filed.
Some demands for police reform after the death of Jayland Walker will be realized at the end of February, when the civilian police oversight board is officially implemented in Akron.
Akron officials say a proposed housing and retail development on an area of wetlands is needed to meet the city's housing demands, but residents are concerned it will harm the environment.