Ohio governor candidates want to suspend gas tax as prices surgeAs gas prices spike, candidates for Ohio governor want state lawmakers to slash the gas tax rate to give drivers some relief at the pump.Akron Beacon Journal15d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyHR 850ohio gas tax debate
Akron announces new small business initiativeAkron Mayor Shammas Malik says the city's new Small Business Enterprise initiative is a way to expand the base of contractors for municipal work.Akron Beacon Journal15d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyShammas Malikakron small business initiative launch
Mike Johnson says AI companies should ensure safety, not CongressHouse Speaker Mike Johnson told CNN's "State of the Union" that AI developers, not Congress, bear responsibility for ensuring their products are safe.Akron Beacon Journal23d agoWhole story →GovernmentTechnologyMike Johnsonai regulation debate
Made in Akron: Mayor debuts pre-approved home designsThe city of Akron has debuted 10 residential home plans that Mayor Shammas Malik's administration said will simplify the building process.Akron Beacon Journal1mo agoWhole story →BuildShammas Malikakron housing initiative
GOP fears Ohio data center fight could cost Husted Senate seatNational Republicans warn anti-data center sentiment in Ohio could hurt U.S. Sen. Jon Husted and the tech industry at large.Akron Beacon Journal2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentTechnologyJon Hustedohio senate election
City of Akron enacts zoning change to reflect data center concernsA zoning change crafted by Akron Mayor Shammas Malik's administration and approved by City Council reflects concerns about data centers' growth.Akron Beacon Journal2mo agoWhole story →BuildTechnologyShammas Malikakron zoning change
