Family says daughter's life-saving medicine for rare disease costs over $160-thousand

Family says daughter's life-saving medicine for rare disease costs over $160-thousand

The fluid cost of the medication has left the family scrambling for a necessity Christine Lapotta can't live without.

Friday, May 3rd 2024, 7:08 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Communities show support for Lakeview student injured during track practice

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."

Thursday, May 2nd 2024, 4:11 AM EDT by Erin Simonek
Valley dispensaries, cultivators react to potential cannabis reclassification

Valley dispensaries, cultivators react to potential cannabis reclassification

Cannabis could be reclassified for the first time since the Controlled Substances Act became law half a century ago.

Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 10:07 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital opens Cardiac Cath Lab

Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital opens Cardiac Cath Lab

Patients who need diagnostic cardiac catheterization can now undergo the procedure at Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital, in a newly opened, state-of-the-art catheterization lab.

Monday, April 29th 2024, 11:48 AM EDT
Dylan's House hosting weekend fundraiser to support individuals with autism

Dylan's House hosting weekend fundraiser to support individuals with autism

The non-profit is named after Kevin & Amy's son, Dylan, who has lived on his own for several years.

Friday, April 26th 2024, 10:02 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Youngstown Councilwoman provides update on plans for former south side McDonald's building

Youngstown Councilwoman provides update on plans for former south side McDonald's building

Davis tells 21 News this building will act as a community center targeted towards senior citizens, but this building will have plenty more to offer.

Friday, April 26th 2024, 12:58 PM EDT by Zach Mosca & Erin Simonek
YSU fashion program host fashion show promoting body positivity

YSU fashion program host fashion show promoting body positivity

This annual event has been taking place since 2013. The show is put on every year to honor Danielle Peters, a former student who died from an eating disorder in 2012.

Wednesday, April 24th 2024, 9:12 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Youngstown City Schools announce budget cuts and layoffs

Youngstown City Schools announce budget cuts and layoffs

The district projects that cuts and layoffs will reduce expenditures by $3.5-4 million. The district does not plan to lay off any teaching positions.

Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, 9:39 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Vienna Township makes more PD and FD staffing cuts, police chief quits on the spot

Vienna Township makes more PD and FD staffing cuts, police chief quits on the spot

After 2 hours of executive session, Assistant Fiscal Officer Tom Shay confirmed the township has at least $1.3 million of unpaid bills. Trustee Phil Pegg said while the current total stands at $1.3 million, it is likely to increase.

Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, 5:08 AM EDT by Maura Rubinic & Erin Simonek
Project MKC raises $90k for children in need

Project MKC raises $90k for children in need

"We serve all of Northeast Ohio," Coffin added. "From Steubenville to Cleveland and in between. It's a vast network of over 85 partners that we serve throughout Northeast Ohio."

Friday, April 19th 2024, 10:41 PM EDT by Erin Simonek