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A Mentor Police officer was killed by a hit and run driver early Sunday morning. The Mercer Police Departments Facebook page reports that they are seeking assistance in the location of the suspect's vehicle. The officer, whose identity has not yet been released, was struck by the driver around 1:00 a.m., while he was assisting in a traffic stop on State Route 2 Eastbound, according to the information on the Departments Facebook. Reports state that he was taken to TriPoint Medical C...
Authorities state that parts of Western Reserve Road will be closed starting Monday. Western Reserve Road will be closed in between State Route 62 and Knauf Road (County Road) affecting Canfield, Green and Ellsworth Townships. According to reports, the closure will take place on Monday, June 25 through Monday, July 2. The detour from State Route 62 is State Route 62 to Calla to State Route 45. The detour from State Route 45 is Western Reserve to Knauf to Leffingwell to State Route... More>>
Congratulations go out to 21 News Reporter Danielle Cotterman who was awarded an Emmy during Saturday’s annual presentation ceremony of the Lower Great Lakes Chapter of the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences in Indianapolis.
Three Youngstown Phantoms were selected on day two of the NHL Draft in Dallas.
A crash in Mercer County Saturday morning left a woman severely injured. Pennsylvania State Police say the crash happened around 8 a.m. on Franklin Road in Coolspring Township.
Almost all power has been restored to customers in Mercer County after a transmission line issue left about 21,000 homes in the dark Saturday.
Sharon police are investigating after a man is murdered.
Jeremiah Jones (L) Isaiah Croff (R)Authorities in Howland say there are now three suspects behind bars in connection to a shooting in the township.
A major grand opening at Dunkin Donuts took place on Boardman Poland Road on Saturday. It was an especially big day for one employee, who was recognized for 25 years of awesome service. At the newly renovated Dunkin Donuts on Boardman Poland Road there is plenty of space to sit and enjoy a great cup of coffee, beverage, and food, although the decor has changed, the faces of friendly employees have not. Today at its grand opening at the Poland Dunkin Donuts, employee Pau...
The second day of the Hot Rod Super Nationals got underway earlier this morning at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Spectators poured in to see muscle cars, classic cars, and even buy parts for hot rods their putting together at home. While many cars turned heads this year, it was a new Packard exhibit that got the attention of many. Promoters say they wanted to pay tribute to the classic cars that were built right here in the Valley. Lee Hartman, a promoter for Hot Rod Super ... More>>
It's summer camp season, from basketball camps to vacation bible school to STEM Camp this week in Youngstown; a chance for students to build their own computers. All week long, a room full of kids at Youngstown's Lewis Center pounded away on keyboards connected to tiny little computers they built themselves.
Martin YavorcikThe Ohio Supreme Court denied Attorney Martin Yavorcik's motion to dismiss an interim suspension of his license to practice law on Friday. This ruling came after a court of appeals overturned his conviction in the Oakhill Renaissance Place corruption case. RELATED COVERAGE: http://www.wfmj.com/story/38160921/boardman-attorneys-oakhill-corruption-convictionsent-back-to-lower-court Reports stated that due to protocol the Supreme Court has not given a reason as to why they declin... More>>
The Trumbull County Sheriff's Office is investigating after an elderly man was hit by a vehicle Friday night.
A two-car accident took place in North Jackson around 6 p.m. on Friday. According to officials, one car failed to yield and struck a truck. The truck then rolled over into a ditch, and then into a field on it's top. One person is reported by police to have non-life-threatening injuries. The intersection of Blott and Rosemont is currently closed. Officers say it will hopefully be open by 9 p.m.
If your driving plans include Route 224 in Canfield and Boardman any night this weekend, plan on seeing more police and state troopers.
A group of Mahoning Valley government and business leaders are back from Washington, DC. The goal of the trip was to educate federal officials on the Valley's top priorities. Those priorities included attracting a missile defense site to camp Ravenna, protecting and maybe expanding the Youngstown air reserve station, and revitalizing the Mahoning River from end to end. Guy Coviello, Vice President of Government Affairs, told 21 News, "We think other communities have done very ... More>>
According to the Ohio Department of Health, they, along with local health departments are looking into an increased number of hepatitis A cases in Ohio. The odh.ohio.gov site said that they have declared a "statewide community outbreak of Hepatitis A after observing an increase in cases linked to certain risk factors since the beginning of 2018. Reports stated that outbreaks have been taking place in many states across the United States. The Ohio Department of Health wro...
The shelves are empty at a Warren liquor store amid allegations that some employees were using the product to obtain cash from an online rebate app.
Three members of the Howland community unknowingly put their lives in imminent danger last February. They thought they were helping car accident victims and instead came face to face with a gun and a killer. It was on Route 46 last year when Nasser Hamad opened fire on a van full of people. Killing two people and injuring three others, while also firing his weapon across the busy highway. That's when an off-duty firefighter, and a nurse and her son stopped to help. It wa... More>>
A Campbell woman was indicted on two separate charges by the Mahoning County Court of Common Pleas on Thursday. 32-year-old Brittany Harmouche was indicted on one count of rape, and a second count of sexual battery. Police said that Harmouche engaged in sexual conduct with a male victim on January 5, 2018. The victim is reported by police to have some mental deficiencies, making his ability to consent or resist impaired. The prosecutor's office said that the victim is a ... More>>
A special one-day bridal event is taking place on Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Liberty Goodwill store, located at 2747 Belmont Avenue in Youngstown. According to Goodwill representatives, 'Say Yes to the Goodwill Dress' is an event that will feature a large selection of bridal gowns at a discounted price. Most of the gowns are going to be up to 75% off of original price. Representatives say that guests at the event will be able to enjoy free refreshme...
The U.S. Department of Labor is accusing the owner of a Trumbull County home health care provider of failing to pay her workers properly for overtime hours they worked visiting patients at their homes.
It's another benchmark day at GM Lordstown. Just over a year after the third shift was eliminated, now the second shift is gone. The sprawling GM plant which not that long ago was turning out 400 cars per shift, is a much different place now, and it's inventory yards are overflowing with thousands of Cruze's. Industry analyst say it's due to the on-going market shift away from passenger cars. "Passenger car sales are going down between 50 and 60 thousand cars a month. So far thi... More>>
In Sharon, membership has its privileges The Shenango Valley Chamber of Commerce held its inaugural membership-fest inside Brewtus Brewing in Sharon. It was a chance for business members to have lunch and talk about business growth opportunities in the Shenango Valley. "We wanted to do a fun way for people to see what the chamber is about, kick the tires so to speak, have a free lunch, prizes and give-a-ways. A way to meet people and see if it's a fit for them," said... More>>
People traveling interstate 80 in Pennsylvania are being asked to take caution in work zones. Penn Dot created a special workers memorial at the I-80 welcome center right by the state line in West Middlesex. The temporary memorial honors the 88 highway workers who have lost their lives in the line of duty since 1970. "All of our workers have families. We have people who rely on us. So when we are out there trying to provide a safe transportation system we need you to help us do... More>>
Plans for the construction of a new roundabout outside the Shenango valley mall in Hermitage is getting both praise and concern. Traffic looks like it's coming and going in five or six different directions out in front of the Shenango valley mall on route 62. That's why PennDot is planning to put a roundabout there. But recently their plans changed from a 2 lane roundabout to a single lane. That had local businesses concerned about heavy traffic flow. "The road is heavily... More>>
Police in Braceville say a man has returned a sign that welcomes people to the township.
Police have filed charges against a Newton Falls woman in connection with injuries suffered by her twin babies.
As General Motors moves to just one shift of Chevy Cruze production at its assembly plant in Lordstown, area businesses are hoping to hire some of the workers losing their jobs.
Earl Charity (L) Juan Phillips (R)Youngstown Police have released the identity of a man shot to death Monday night at an East Side business.
Week #2 of a time-lapse video of the construction of the downtown Youngstown amphitheater. This week's video is for the period June 14 through June 22, 2018.
More >>Week #2 of a time-lapse video of the construction of the downtown Youngstown amphitheater. This week's video is for the period June 14 through June 22, 2018.
More >>Police say a quick-thinking bank teller in Ohio convinced a suspected robber to hand over his own license.
More >>Police say a quick-thinking bank teller in Ohio convinced a suspected robber to hand over his own license.
More >>Authorities say two people blew up an ATM inside a Philadelphia business during an unsuccessful robbery attempt.
More >>Authorities say two people blew up an ATM inside a Philadelphia business during an unsuccessful theft attempt.
More >>Authorities say a 9-year-old girl sitting in a car while her mother went inside a building to pick up her son has been shot and killed in Cleveland.
More >>Authorities say a 9-year-old girl sitting in a car while her mother went inside a building to pick up her son has been shot and killed in Cleveland.
More >>The attorney for two Ohio firefighters who were suspended for allegedly making pornographic videos at a firehouse says the couple did not record the videos, but did participate in explicit livestreams.
More >>The attorney for two Ohio firefighters who were suspended for allegedly making pornographic videos at a firehouse says the couple did not record the videos, but did participate in explicit livestreams.
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One person went to the hospital after a two-car crash in a business district on Youngstown's South Side.
More >>One person went to the hospital after a two-car crash in a business district on Youngstown's South Side.
More >>Criminal charges filed earlier against a Mercer County man have been dismissed and replaced with more serious charges alleging that he had sex with an underage girl.
More >>Criminal charges filed earlier against a Mercer County man have been dismissed and replaced with more serious charges alleging that he had sex with an underage girl.
More >>A Canfield man convicted in a child pornography case wants to be released from prison after serving 13 months of a four-year prison sentence.
More >>A Canfield man convicted in a child pornography case wants to be released from prison after serving 13 months of a four-year prison sentence.
More >>The Lordstown Village Council voted to allow the zoning change for TJX on Thursday.
More >>The Lordstown Village Council voted to allow the zoning change for TJX on Thursday.
More >>Tinted windows and a drug-sniffing dog helped lead Youngstown police to the discovery of a gun, pills as well as suspected heroin and crack cocaine.
More >>Tinted windows and a drug-sniffing dog helped lead Youngstown police to the discovery of a gun, pills as well as suspected heroin and crack cocaine.
More >>After today the sprawling General Motors Complex in Lordstown which once boasted a workforce of 4,500 men and women will only have a fraction of that number.
More >>After today the sprawling General Motors Complex in Lordstown which once boasted a workforce of 4,500 men and women will only have a fraction of that number.
More >>The Ohio Turnpike's westbound lanes are open again just west of Trumbull County after an early morning crash that sent one person to the hospital.
More >>The Ohio Turnpike's westbound lanes are open again just west of Trumbull County after an early morning crash that sent one person to the hospital.
More >>Fire station number 15 in Youngstown did NOT close as planned today.
More >>Fire station number 15 in Youngstown did NOT close as planned today.
More >>Two suspects were arrested in Austintown on Tuesday after leading police on a chase.
More >>Two suspects were arrested in Austintown on Tuesday after leading police on a chase.
More >>The bonds are set for two teens suspected of a weekend shooting on Youngstown's south side.
More >>The bonds are set for two teens suspected of a weekend shooting on Youngstown's south side.
More >>Communities across the Valley are celebrating Independence Day with several "4th of July"-themed events, parades and festivals.
More >>Communities across the Valley are celebrating Independence Day with several "4th of July"-themed events, parades and festivals.
More >>Liberty Township Trustees met Thursday morning to discuss their plan to reduce the water rates of close to 1,500 households north of State Route 304.
More >>Liberty Township Trustees met Thursday morning to discuss their plan to reduce the water rates of close to 1,500 households north of State Route 304.
More >>A Boston-based consumer watchdog group is issuing its annual summer safety report flagging toys it says pose a danger to children.
More >>A Boston-based consumer watchdog group is issuing its annual summer safety report flagging toys it says pose a danger to children.
More >>The Supreme Court says states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax.
More >>The Supreme Court says states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax.
More >>This is a day set aside to encourage commuters to find another way to get to work or school besides driving a car.
More >>This is a day set aside to encourage commuters to find another way to get to work or school besides driving a car.
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