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Semi-professional soccer is coming to the city next year. Akron City FC plans to be a part of Akron sports for years to come.

The community development entity accepts its biggest allocation of tax credits ever.

Despite home construction typically dipping during cold weather, the inventory is expected to rise slightly because of the white hot housing market.

The bill is officially on hold, for now.

The team says it's considering improving accessibility at First Energy Stadium, but fans who are calling for better accommodations say they are still waiting for change.