Officials said three inmates tackled and handcuffed a corrections officer on the third floor of the jail. The inmates are holding the officer hostage, and throughout Wednesday afternoon a peace officer has been negotiating with them to get a safe & peaceful ending.More >>
Officials said three inmates tackled and handcuffed a corrections officer on the third floor of the jail. The inmates are holding the officer hostage, and throughout Wednesday afternoon a peace officer has been negotiating with them to get a safe & peaceful ending.More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 6:17 PM EDT2014-04-23 22:17:30 GMT
University of Akrontrustees aremoving quickly in their search for the next university president, but say theyare under no pressure to act quickly because of competitionfor acandidate also being considered for the president's post at Youngstown State University.The sentiment is echoed by YSUtrustees, whoare expected toreveal soon if the remaining six applicants being considered for president includes former Ohio State and Youngstown State football coach Jim Tressel.The University ofAkronhas cu...More >>
University of Akrontrustees aremoving quickly in their search for the next university president, but say theyare under no pressure to act quickly because of competitionfor acandidate also being considered for the president's post at Youngstown State University.The sentiment is echoed by YSUtrustees, whoare expected toreveal soon if the remaining six applicants being considered for president includes former Ohio State and Youngstown State football coach Jim Tressel.The University ofAkronhas cu...More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 5:50 PM EDT2014-04-23 21:50:30 GMT
A judge in Mercer County sentenced Justin Moore, 24, to spend nine to 23 months in prison, and ordered that Moore register as a violent sexual offender for life.More >>
A judge in Mercer County sentenced Justin Moore, 24, to spend nine to 23 months in prison, and ordered that Moore register as a violent sexual offender for life.More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 5:20 PM EDT2014-04-23 21:20:30 GMT
A Lawrence County woman is still missing after the boat she and her husband were fishing in capsized last night. Nancy E. List, of New Castle, was fishing in a small aluminum boat in a private pond in Scott Twp, Lawrence County with her husband Michael W. List also of New Castle when the vessel capsized. Michael says he saw his wife hanging on to the boat attempting to swim to shore when she went under water. He says after searching he went to a nearby residence to call for help. Pennsylvania...More >>
A Lawrence County woman is still missing after the boat she and her husband were fishing in capsized last night. Nancy E. List, of New Castle, was fishing in a small aluminum boat in a private pond in Scott Twp, Lawrence County with her husband Michael W. List also of New Castle when the vessel capsized. Michael says he saw his wife hanging on to the boat attempting to swim to shore when she went under water. He says after searching he went to a nearby residence to call for help. Pennsylvania...More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 5:11 PM EDT2014-04-23 21:11:42 GMT
A former Trumbull County special deputy pleaded not guilty to new allegations that he operated a private security business without a valid license.More >>
A former Trumbull County special deputy pleaded not guilty to new allegations that he operated a private security business without a valid license.More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 4:40 PM EDT2014-04-23 20:40:04 GMT
Congressman Bill Johnson (R-Marietta)will behosting the 2014 “Women in Energy Summit” on April 28, 2014, at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center from 9 am to 12 pm.Registration opens at 8:30 am, and the summit will begin at 9 am with opening remarks by LeeAnn Johnson, wife of Congressman Johnson. Jessica Borza of the Mahoning Valley Manufacturing Coalition will serve as the master of ceremonies.Two reports will be presented: “Energy Revolution Creates Career Opportunities for Women...More >>
Congressman Bill Johnson (R-Marietta)will behosting the 2014 “Women in Energy Summit” on April 28, 2014, at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center from 9 am to 12 pm.Registration opens at 8:30 am, and the summit will begin at 9 am with opening remarks by LeeAnn Johnson, wife of Congressman Johnson. Jessica Borza of the Mahoning Valley Manufacturing Coalition will serve as the master of ceremonies.Two reports will be presented: “Energy Revolution Creates Career Opportunities for Women...More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 4:02 PM EDT2014-04-23 20:02:52 GMT
For the 58th consecutive year, the Westminster Presbyterian Church is holding a used book sale. The sale has a many books at discounted prices for those wanting to get a jump their summer reading. The sale is open today until 9 p.m. and tomorrow and Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is being held at the church located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman.More >>
For the 58th consecutive year, the Westminster Presbyterian Church is holding a used book sale. The sale has a many books at discounted prices for those wanting to get a jump their summer reading. The sale is open today until 9 p.m. and tomorrow and Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is being held at the church located at 119 Stadium Drive in Boardman.More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 3:40 PM EDT2014-04-23 19:40:22 GMT
Trumbull County begins a search for summer job applicants next month.The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services says the 2014 Summer Youth Program will serve economically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 15 through 24. The program will run from June 16, 2014 to August 8. Youth selected for participation in the program will be paid $8.00 per hour and will work 30 hours per week. Applicants must apply in person and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, if under age...More >>
Trumbull County begins a search for summer job applicants next month.The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services says the 2014 Summer Youth Program will serve economically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 15 through 24. The program will run from June 16, 2014 to August 8. Youth selected for participation in the program will be paid $8.00 per hour and will work 30 hours per week. Applicants must apply in person and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, if under age...More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 3:36 PM EDT2014-04-23 19:36:58 GMT
A national publication that's made a name for itself ranking colleges and hospitals is out with it's list of America's best schools.Poland is one of three local high schools making U.S. News and World Report's top 100 list. The publication bases it's rankings on student performance on state testing and college readiness.Columbiana ranks 86 on the list, Hubbard came in at 90 and Poland is 98 on the list.All three schools were in the top 100 last year as well.You can see the entire report by fo...More >>
A national publication that's made a name for itself ranking colleges and hospitals is out with it's list of America's best schools.Poland is one of three local high schools making U.S. News and World Report's top 100 list. The publication bases it's rankings on student performance on state testing and college readiness.Columbiana ranks 86 on the list, Hubbard came in at 90 and Poland is 98 on the list.All three schools were in the top 100 last year as well.You can see the entire report by fo...More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 3:05 PM EDT2014-04-23 19:05:41 GMT
Investigators are trying to determine the circumstances behind an accident that resulted in a pickup truck striking a building along Southern Boulevard.First responders arriving at an apartment just south of Indianola Road early Wednesday afternoon found a the bed of a white Chevy Silverado pickup truck had broken through the front wall of the building.It's not known if anyone was injured.Authorities are still on the scene.Stay with 21 News and wfmj.com for more on this developing story.More >>
Investigators are trying to determine the circumstances behind an accident that resulted in a pickup truck striking a building along Southern Boulevard.First responders arriving at an apartment just south of Indianola Road early Wednesday afternoon found a the bed of a white Chevy Silverado pickup truck had broken through the front wall of the building.It's not known if anyone was injured.Authorities are still on the scene.Stay with 21 News and wfmj.com for more on this developing story.More >>
HUBBARD, Ohio - Fire crews from the United States Air Force Base in Vienna Township were called to I-80 Wednesday night to extinguish a tanker fire that was complicated by thousands of pounds of used cooking oil.
While traveling west on I-80, the tire on a trailer hauling used cooking oil went flat causing a fire on the trailer.
The driver of the semi-truck pulled over on the road, disconnected the truck from the trailer and parked a safe distance away.
The oil in the trailer began to boil because of the heat from the flames, but the air force crew was able to extinguish the fire using a special foaming agent.
The Westbound lane on I-80 was closed as a precaution, but there is no report of the oil leaking from the trailer.
Tune in to 21 News at 11 for more details on this developing story.
Memorable Meals will highlight the Valley's delicious ethnic food traditions and heritages; celebrate family meals from the garden and special foods of restaurants old and new; and connect the current local More >>
Memorable Meals will highlight the Valley's delicious ethnic food traditions and heritages; celebrate family meals from the garden and special foods of restaurants old and new; and connect the current local food trend with the Valley's deep agricultural roots.More >>
iver Rock at the Amp classic rock concerts take the stage rain or shine at the Warren Community Amphitheatre. The Amp is located in picturesque downtown Warren, Ohio. More >>
iver Rock at the Amp classic rock concerts take the stage rain or shine at the Warren Community Amphitheatre. The Amp is located in picturesque downtown Warren, Ohio, along Millionaires’ Row and adjacent to historic Courthouse Park overlooking the Mahoning River. The Amp is owned and maintained by the city of WarrenMore >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 2:04 PM EDT2014-04-15 18:04:57 GMT
NILES, Ohio – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra are excited to host one of the Valley's premiere summer events, POPS at the Ballpark,More >>
NILES, Ohio – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra are excited to host one of the Valley's premiere summer events, POPS at the Ballpark, presented by Stanley E. Shearer with Northwestern Mutual and 21 WFMJ on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at Eastwood Field.More >>
In this installment of Take 5 with the Regional Chamber, we'll give you a glimpse at how the March of Dimes is working to help the Valley's premature infants live full, healthy lives.More >>
In this installment of Take 5 with the Regional Chamber, we'll give you a glimpse at how the March of Dimes is working to help the Valley's premature infants live full, healthy lives.More >>
Wednesday, April 23 2014 12:57 PM EDT2014-04-23 16:57:56 GMT
(AP) - Fans of the late Penn State University football coach Joe Paterno are planning to commission a new bronze statue of him, and place it across from the school. Organizers say the statue will feature Paterno sitting on a bench reading. It's expected to cost about $300,000 and would hopefully be done in 2015 by Philadelphia sculptor Zenos Frudakis. Penn State spokeswoman Lisa Powers says the school isn't involved in the plan. But a restaurant owner in downtown State Col...More >>
(AP) - Fans of the late Penn State University football coach Joe Paterno are planning to commission a new bronze statue of him, and place it across from the school. Organizers say the statue will feature Paterno sitting on a bench reading. It's expected to cost about $300,000 and would hopefully be done in 2015 by Philadelphia sculptor Zenos Frudakis. Penn State spokeswoman Lisa Powers says the school isn't involved in the plan. But a restaurant owner in downtown State Col...More >>
Tuesday, April 22 2014 11:44 PM EDT2014-04-23 03:44:25 GMT
Surveillance cameras at San Jose International Airport successfully captured the teenager on the tarmac, climbing up the landing gear of a jet. But in the end, the cameras failed because no one noticed the security...More >>
A 15-year-old stowaway who survived a flight over the Pacific in a jet's wheel well spent seven hours undetected in what is supposed to be a highly secure area of San Jose International Airport before the flight...More >>
Tuesday, April 22 2014 12:59 PM EDT2014-04-22 16:59:11 GMT
(AP) - A high school student is standing trial in northeast Ohio for allegedly raping a classmate in the locker room. Prosecutors argued during the first day of the trial in Cuyahoga (KY-uh-HOH'-guh) County Monday that the boy, then 16, carried the girl into the locker room at Shaker Heights High School and raped her. An attorney for the now 17-year-old boy - who is charged with rape and kidnapping - argued that the two had consensual sex. The Northeast Ohio Media Group reports tha...More >>
(AP) - A high school student is standing trial in northeast Ohio for allegedly raping a classmate in the locker room. Prosecutors argued during the first day of the trial in Cuyahoga (KY-uh-HOH'-guh) County Monday that the boy, then 16, carried the girl into the locker room at Shaker Heights High School and raped her. An attorney for the now 17-year-old boy - who is charged with rape and kidnapping - argued that the two had consensual sex. The Northeast Ohio Media Group reports tha...More >>
Tuesday, April 22 2014 6:24 AM EDT2014-04-22 10:24:15 GMT
American Meb Keflezighi has won the Boston Marathon, a year after a bombing at the finish line left three dead and more than 260 people injured.More >>
A year ago, an injured Meb Keflezighi watched the Boston Marathon from the stands at the finish line on Boylston Street, leaving five minutes before the bombs went off.More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 11:33 PM EDT2014-04-22 03:33:53 GMT
Officials say a 16-year-old boy is "lucky to be alive" and unharmed after flying from California to Hawaii stowed away in a plane's wheel well, surviving cold temperatures at 38,000 feet and a lack of oxygen.More >>
A 15-year-old boy found his way onto an airport's tarmac and climbed into a jetliner's wheel well, then flew for five freezing hours to Hawaii - a misadventure that forced authorities to take a hard look at the...More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 8:03 PM EDT2014-04-22 00:03:01 GMT
The federal health care overhaul is providing coverage for millions of Americans, but it has only chipped away at one of its core goals: to sharply reduce the number of people without insurance.More >>
Swan Lockett had high hopes that President Barack Obama's health overhaul would lead her family to an affordable insurance plan, but that hasn't happened.More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 7:25 PM EDT2014-04-21 23:25:03 GMT
For years, state and local officials have conducted a "tabletop exercise" before the Boston Marathon, a meeting that allows them to study a map of the 26.2-mile course from Hopkinton to Boston's Copley Square...More >>
Some ran to honor the dead and wounded. Others were out to prove something to the world about their sport, the city or their country. And some wanted to prove something to themselves.More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 3:42 PM EDT2014-04-21 19:42:29 GMT
MILFORD, Ohio (AP) - An 89-year-old southwest Ohio woman is preparing to move out of her home of the last 10 years because it has gone smoke-free. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Beulah "Billie" Toombs faces eviction after her apartment building's management deemed her noncompliant. A smoker for seven decades or so, she thinks she should be allowed to do what she wants in her own home. More than a year ago, the management of the apartments for low-income seniors announced a smoke-free p...More >>
MILFORD, Ohio (AP) - An 89-year-old southwest Ohio woman is preparing to move out of her home of the last 10 years because it has gone smoke-free. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Beulah "Billie" Toombs faces eviction after her apartment building's management deemed her noncompliant. A smoker for seven decades or so, she thinks she should be allowed to do what she wants in her own home. More than a year ago, the management of the apartments for low-income seniors announced a smoke-free p...More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 10:47 PM EDT2014-04-22 02:47:39 GMT
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Captain America really is unbeatable - at least at the box office"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" has been the top draw at theaters for three consecutive weeks, vanquishing would-be foes including the new thriller starring Johnny Depp.According to Monday's final box office figures, the Marvel sequel added $25.6 million in ticket sales over the weekend. "The Winter Soldier" has made more than $200 million domestically since logging the best April opening in history."Hea...More >>
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Captain America really is unbeatable - at least at the box office"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" has been the top draw at theaters for three consecutive weeks, vanquishing would-be foes including the new thriller starring Johnny Depp.According to Monday's final box office figures, the Marvel sequel added $25.6 million in ticket sales over the weekend. "The Winter Soldier" has made more than $200 million domestically since logging the best April opening in history."Hea...More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 10:37 PM EDT2014-04-22 02:37:26 GMT
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Netflix is preparing a sequel unlikely to be a hit with its subscribers. The Internet video service is about to raise its prices for the first time in three years to help pay for more Internet video programming such as its popular political drama "House of Cards."The increase, to take place sometime before July, will hike prices by $1 or $2 per month for new customers. The company's nearly 36 million current subscribers will continue to pay $8 per month for at least the n...More >>
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Netflix is preparing a sequel unlikely to be a hit with its subscribers. The Internet video service is about to raise its prices for the first time in three years to help pay for more Internet video programming such as its popular political drama "House of Cards."The increase, to take place sometime before July, will hike prices by $1 or $2 per month for new customers. The company's nearly 36 million current subscribers will continue to pay $8 per month for at least the n...More >>
Monday, April 21 2014 10:35 AM EDT2014-04-21 14:35:30 GMT
From the disappearances of aviator Amelia Earhart to labor union leader Jimmy Hoffa, there's just something about a good mystery that Americans find too tantalizing to resist. Perhaps that's why the saga of...More >>
From the disappearances of aviator Amelia Earhart to labor union leader Jimmy Hoffa, there's just something about a good mystery that Americans find too tantalizing to resist. Perhaps that's why the saga of missing...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 11:02 PM EDT2014-04-20 03:02:53 GMT
Facebook users in the U.S. will soon be able to see which of their friends are in close proximity using a new feature the company is launching on Thursday.More >>
Facebook users in the U.S. will soon be able to see which of their friends are nearby using a new feature the company is launching on Thursday.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 9:35 PM EDT2014-04-20 01:35:04 GMT
MASON, Ohio (AP) - Kings Island theme park in southwest Ohio is unveiling a new inverted roller coaster more than 4,000 feet long with speeds up to 68 miles per hour.The "Banshee" is making its debut Friday at the park north of Cincinnati.Kings Island says the steel roller coaster named for a wailing mythological messenger from the underworld includes a 167-foot lift hill and a 150-foot curved first drop. Riders also will experience a zero-gravity roll.Three trains containing eight cars each ...More >>
MASON, Ohio (AP) - Kings Island theme park in southwest Ohio is unveiling a new inverted roller coaster more than 4,000 feet long with speeds up to 68 miles per hour.The "Banshee" is making its debut Friday at the park north of Cincinnati.Kings Island says the steel roller coaster named for a wailing mythological messenger from the underworld includes a 167-foot lift hill and a 150-foot curved first drop. Riders also will experience a zero-gravity roll.Three trains containing eight cars each ...More >>
A report published showed that 3.1 million smartphones were stolen in the US last year, that’s a big jump from the 1.6 million figure in 2012. Losing devices continues to be a serious problem too.More >>
A report published showed that 3.1 million smartphones were stolen in the US last year, that’s a big jump from the 1.6 million figure in 2012. Losing devices continues to be a serious problem too.More >>
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