New Ohio bill could make police, fire and school levies nearly impossible to pass

New Ohio bill could make police, fire and school levies nearly impossible to pass

A proposed bill making its way through the Ohio Statehouse is sparking concern among Valley leaders, who said it could severely limit how local governments fund critical services.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 5:12 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Ohio House Rep. Nick Santucci appointed to House Finance Committee

Ohio House Rep. Nick Santucci appointed to House Finance Committee

This committee is responsible for overseeing legislation involving financials matters including the state budget, the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Industrial Commission, Transportation, and Capital budgets. 

Friday, June 13th 2025, 5:06 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Youngstown fifth graders to race solar-powered cars in national competition

Youngstown fifth graders to race solar-powered cars in national competition

Izick and Ransome, two fifth graders from Paul C. Bunn Elementary School in Youngstown, will be advancing to the national Junior Solar Sprint competition.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 4:34 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Angels for Animals to hold a charity fundraiser at The Manor in Austintown

Angels for Animals to hold a charity fundraiser at The Manor in Austintown

On Saturday, June 14, Angels for Animals is holding a pet-friendly charity fundraiser at Austintown restaurant The Manor in honor of their new partnership. 

Friday, June 13th 2025, 4:13 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Struthers man accused of dumping leaked gasoline into storm drain

Struthers man accused of dumping leaked gasoline into storm drain

The EPA alleges that Ron Singh had collected gasoline that had leaked from a pump and dumped it in a storm drain.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 3:02 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Pennsylvania license and photo centers to close for Juneteenth holiday

Pennsylvania license and photo centers to close for Juneteenth holiday

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has issued a reminder to all Pennsylvania drivers that all driver license and photo centers in the Commonwealth will be closed on Thursday, June 19 for Juneteenth.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 2:55 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Columbiana County sewer rates to increase over three years

Columbiana County sewer rates to increase over three years

Residents can expect to see these rate increases starting with their next meter reading in July. Payments will be due by early August.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 2:33 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
21 News announces newscast anchor promotions

21 News announces newscast anchor promotions

Two dedicated journalists to anchor major newscasts in the Valley.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 2:07 PM EDT by Sheila Miller
Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California

Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California

A federal court hearing is scheduled on whether the Trump administration can use the National Guard and Marines to assist with immigration raids in Los Angeles.

Thursday, June 12th 2025, 3:28 AM EDT
Part of Warren Township roadway to close for water line installation beginning June 22

Part of Warren Township roadway to close for water line installation beginning June 22

Highland Avenue in Warren Township will close between Dover Avenue and Bane Street beginning Sunday, June 22 and lasting until Sunday, July 6 for a water line installation.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 1:42 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Youngstown councilwoman calls residency investigation 'unwarranted'

Youngstown councilwoman calls residency investigation 'unwarranted'

White has issued a response calling the investigation 'unwarranted' asserting that she has complied fully with all legal obligations and transparency requests.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 1:29 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground

Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground

Authorities have begun investigating one of India’s worst aviation disasters after an Air India plane crashed a day earlier, killing all but one of the total 242 passengers and crew onboard.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 12:59 AM EDT
More than 1 million Anker power banks recalled due to potential burn hazard

More than 1 million Anker power banks recalled due to potential burn hazard

So far, the CPSC has received 19 reports of fires and explosions from the recalled products including two minor burn injuries and 11 cases of property damage totaling over $60,700.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 12:52 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Youngstown family hosts benefit and bike run to support mother's ovarian cancer battle

Youngstown family hosts benefit and bike run to support mother's ovarian cancer battle

Reed's family says they are determined to do whatever it takes to support her through treatment, which has already resulted in more than $1.5 million in medical bills. 

Friday, June 13th 2025, 12:04 PM EDT
Five Valley communities sites for Saturday's 'No Kings' events

Five Valley communities sites for Saturday's 'No Kings' events

Organizers of "No Kings" events say they aim to reject what they say is authoritarianism.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 11:14 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Columbiana arson suspect accused of beating woman with baseball bat, strangling her with rope

Columbiana arson suspect accused of beating woman with baseball bat, strangling her with rope

The victim told police that she was laying in bed with the lights off when the suspect started hitting her with a baseball bat, as well as punching her and strangling her with a rope.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 11:12 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Grand Jury declines to indict Youngstown mayoral candiate accused of domestic violence

Grand Jury declines to indict Youngstown mayoral candiate accused of domestic violence

White was originally charged with one felony count each of domestic violence and disrupting public services. However, court records show the grand jury returned a no bill in this case, meaning they did not find enough evidence to indict him.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 10:04 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Liberty Township man secretly indicted for alleged sex crimes

Liberty Township man secretly indicted for alleged sex crimes

A man from Liberty Township was arrested Thursday after a Trumbull County grand jury secretly indicted him for rape and gross sexual imposition.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 9:57 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Warren-Trumbull County Public Library to open new branch in Eastwood Mall

Warren-Trumbull County Public Library to open new branch in Eastwood Mall

The new branch is set to open in September and will be located in a 2,500 square-foot store in front of the JCPenney concourse near the children's play area and across from St. Joe's at the Mall.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 9:38 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Unsettled weather returns for Father's Day weekend

Unsettled weather returns for Father's Day weekend

Scattered showers and storms will be likely at times on both Saturday and Sunday

Friday, June 13th 2025, 8:27 AM EDT by Jimmy Wendolek

Warren couple charged after emaciated dog found

Woman sentenced for 21 gun theft from Springfield Twp. home

Weathersfield ATV crash seriously injures two

East Palestine derailment victim lawyers 'devastated' as settlement administrator replaced

Semi crash closes stretch of Route 30 in Columbiana County

Warren man pleads guilty to sexual conduct with 13-year-old girl

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

2024: The year in retail closures

Decades of Dedication: Wendy's employee retires at 84

New laws coming to schools in the new year

No injuries when fire erupts at Philadelphia transit lot filled with decommissioned buses

No injuries when fire erupts at Philadelphia transit lot filled with decommissioned buses

To prevent blackouts, Trump administration keeps an aging power plant online through summer

Ohio Supreme Court's Pat Fischer launches 2026 bid to oust court's lone Democrat, Jennifer Brunner

Ohio divorce lawyer pleads not guilty in 2013 fatal stabbing of client

Trump's push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West Virginia

Trump administration says Penn violated sex discrimination laws after transgender swimmer competed