ODOT proposes rehabilitation of Bazetta Township bridge
The project, which is currently in its engineering phase will consist of replacing the existing concrete bridge beams and deck, along with the roadway approach slabs, guardrail, structure identification signs and pavement markings.
Mahoning County townships seek grant funding from commissioners on infrastructure improvement projects
Commissioner Anthony Traficanti tells 21 News commissioners will be reviewing the requests on Thursday and should have a decision on which three projects will receive funding by early next week at the latest.
Sale underway as Wendell August Forge moves from Grove City
“With the move we are also starting an extensive moving sale. We have 100 years' worth of gifts and products
that we will sell online and at our current Flagship Store a mile west of the Premium Outlets,” Christian Werner said
Communities show support for Lakeview student injured during track practice
"It's the outpouring of love and support that sets this community apart from others," Superintendent Velina Jo Taylor said. "They will do everything possible to make sure Frankie and his family know they are loved and supported."
Ohio Secretary of State launches initiative for high school senior election participation
Secretary of State Frank LaRose announces the launch of the 2024 Grads Vote Program, a civic engagement initiative designed to assist high school seniors in learning about Ohio's election process
Blinken presses Hamas to seal cease-fire with Israel, says 'the time is now' for a deal
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is meeting with Israeli leaders in his push for a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas, saying that “the time is now" for an agreement that would free hostages and bring a pause in the nearly seven months of war.
No jail time for former McDonald teacher's aide who pulled special needs student up stairs
28-year-old Stephen Bornemiss was sentenced to three years of probation on one count of child endangering after pleading guilty back in February. He was also ordered to take an anger management class.
Youngstown Zoning Committee to discuss potential business license mandate for city businesses
Second Ward Councilman Jimmy Hughes tells us the requirement of business licenses could be a potential solution to solve the problem recently addressed at city meetings involving the influx of dollar stores, car lots and gas stations in the city.
'Most prolific serial rapist in Trumbull County history': Prosecutors note trends in officer rape allegations
This comes after another superseding indictment was filed against former officer Michael Edwards Jr. which revealed even more rape charges along with even more alleged victims bringing the total to six so far.
City of Warren accepting bids for sidewalk improvement project
Warren Director of Engineering Paul Makosky tells 21 News during Wednesday's Board of Control meeting, the state has authorized the city to advertise for bids on the project and construction is expected to begin in the summer.
Over 500 baby sea turtles washed ashore in a big storm off South Africa. Here's the rescue effort
A South African aquarium is stretched beyond capacity after more than 500 baby sea turtles were washed up on beaches by a rare and powerful storm and rescued by members of the public.
Evan Mobley has huge block in final seconds as Cavaliers hold off Banchero, Magic 104-103 in Game 5
Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points, Evan Mobley blocked Franz Wagner’s layup in the final seconds and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived a scare from Orlando, holding off Paolo Banchero and the Magic 104-103 in Game 5.
Multi-purpose military machine gun range coming to Camp Garfield
The new, multipurpose machine gun range will be used to train and test soldiers on skills that will help them to zero, detect, identify, engage, and defeat
stationary infantry and armor targets in a tactical array.
101 West: Invisible Chains, exploring human trafficking in the Valley
Although trafficking is believed to be prevalent in Ohio, the numbers are anecdotal because the hidden nature of the crime makes it difficult to measure. Rachel was trafficked for 15 years and saw first hand men and women trafficked for sex and labor.
Health concerns continue about injection well site, residents want testing
The injection well is where trucks dump used brine water. That water can contain toxic metals and radioactive substances and “damage the environment and public health if discharged to water or land” according to the EPA.
New Castle man sentenced to over eight years in prison on drug trafficking charges
The Lawrence County Drug Task Force conducted a search warrant on Collier's home in November of 2020 where they found a stolen loaded pistol, $5,034 in drug trafficking proceeds and drugs including fentanyl, heroin, cocaine and methamphetamine.
SLIDESHOW: Dog found abandoned in deplorable Girard home
Neighbors told police that this situation had been going on for quite some time with the homeowner, identified as 39-year-old Lisa Drummond and another male showing up periodically to remove items from the house but always leaving the dog behind.
Prosecutors call former Warren Police Officer 'sexually violent predator' as another alleged victim comes forward
Prosecutors have added new rape charges to the case of a former Warren police officer, also calling him a "sexually violent predator" as six alleged victims have now come forward.
Appeal denied for Warren man convicted of wounding 9-year-old with stray bullet
22-year-old Say'Quan Parks, is currently serving a sentence of 25 and a half to 29 and a half years in prison on charges of felonious assault, improper discharge of firearm into a habitation and improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle.