Two firefighters taken to hospital after Youngstown house fire

Two firefighters taken to hospital after Youngstown house fire

At this time, it is unknown if anyone was in the home at the time of the fire, but two firefighters were taken to the hospital with minor injuries

Monday, April 21st 2025, 6:49 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Unsettled weather returns to the forecast on Monday

Unsettled weather returns to the forecast on Monday

After today's rain, pleasant weather is on the way for the middle of the upcoming week

Monday, April 21st 2025, 6:39 AM EDT by Jimmy Wendolek
Suspect identified in New Castle Shooting, still at large according to police

Suspect identified in New Castle Shooting, still at large according to police

The suspect has been identified as 29-year-old Alex Minnich.

Monday, April 21st 2025, 6:30 AM EDT by Corey McCrae & Zach Mosca
Valley residents celebrate Easter through faith, fellowship, and service

Valley residents celebrate Easter through faith, fellowship, and service

From worship services to community dinners and egg hunts, Easter Sunday was marked by hope, reflection, and togetherness across the Valley.

Sunday, April 20th 2025, 2:46 PM EDT by Malia Brown
East Palestine paving project begins Monday

East Palestine paving project begins Monday

Starting Monday, April 21, the Ohio Department of Transportation will be paving State Route 170 from Taggart Street to Village Limits. 

Sunday, April 20th 2025, 11:33 AM EDT by Grace Christopher
Rescue Mission invites community to Easter dinner

Rescue Mission invites community to Easter dinner

The meal will feature Easter ham, sweet potatoes, corn, cranberry sauce, rolls and desserts. 

Sunday, April 20th 2025, 11:26 AM EDT by Grace Christopher
Cover Story: YSU student newspaper, 'The Jambar,' scores big

Cover Story: YSU student newspaper, 'The Jambar,' scores big

This month, Youngstown State University's student newspaper, The Jambar, placed first in Overall Excellence in the Ohio News Media Association's Collegiate Newspaper and Website Competition.

Sunday, April 20th 2025, 10:30 AM EDT by Matt Stone
One-car crash slows traffic on I-76 westbound

One-car crash slows traffic on I-76 westbound

The crash happened on the westbound lane of the I-76 turnpike in Canfield.

Saturday, April 19th 2025, 10:24 PM EDT by Katie Rogers-Vadala
Columbine anniversary sparks reflection on school safety

Columbine anniversary sparks reflection on school safety

As the country marks 26 years since the Columbine High School shooting, demonstrators say more must be done to prevent gun violence in schools.

Saturday, April 19th 2025, 4:28 PM EDT by Malia Brown
Neighbors cleaning up Berlin Center home after finding piles of trash, dead animals inside

Neighbors cleaning up Berlin Center home after finding piles of trash, dead animals inside

21 News has reached out to the Mahoning County Sheriff's Office and Animal Charity of Ohio about the situation but have not heard back.

Saturday, April 19th 2025, 3:33 PM EDT by Corey Vallas
Mahoning Valley Young Professionals team with United Way for Easter food donations

Mahoning Valley Young Professionals team with United Way for Easter food donations

MVYP board members helped the United Way pack groceries for more than 450 area families.

Saturday, April 19th 2025, 1:12 PM EDT by Corey Vallas
Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks 'coming to a head' and 'no one is playing' him in push to end war

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks 'coming to a head' and 'no one is playing' him in push to end war

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. may be ready to “move on” from efforts for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal if there is no progress in the coming days.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 3:34 AM EDT
YSU celebrates medical laboratory graduates

YSU celebrates medical laboratory graduates

"This is the best field for them to make a huge difference in healthcare," said Medical Laboratory Sciences Program Director Dr. Farhana Mueez.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 10:24 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Youngstown and 717 Credit Union open applications for Residential Property Improvement Programs

Youngstown and 717 Credit Union open applications for Residential Property Improvement Programs

The initiative is funded by $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) money and will give homeowners the chance to improve the outside of their homes and landlords an opportunity to update their properties.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 10:20 PM EDT by Corey Vallas
Two cars involved in accident on Youngstown's east side; one injured

Two cars involved in accident on Youngstown's east side; one injured

Two SUV's have crashed on Albert St. by Victor Ave. on Friday, April 18. One person was transported by EMS to a hospital. The severity of their injuries is unknown as of now.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 7:37 PM EDT by Billy-Jack Colon
Warren city council candidate demands answers and action on Dana Street closure

Warren city council candidate demands answers and action on Dana Street closure

Dana street in Warren has been closed for construction for eight years. A city council candidate wants to know what construction has actually taken place.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 7:02 PM EDT by Meredith Lea
Mill Creek MetroParks against state budget proposal changing the way commissioners are appointed

Mill Creek MetroParks against state budget proposal changing the way commissioners are appointed

The Mill Creek MetroParks Board has sent a letter to State Senator Jerry Cirino (R-Kirtland), Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, requesting an amendment to remove the provision from the bill.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 6:35 PM EDT by Corey Vallas
First female-owned tattoo shop in Youngstown embraces eclectic interests

First female-owned tattoo shop in Youngstown embraces eclectic interests

The business aims to help individuals express themselves through high-quality tattoos, expert piercings, and a diverse collection of oddities and curiosities.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 6:26 PM EDT by Leslie Huff
Judge pauses Trump administration's plans for mass layoffs at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Judge pauses Trump administration's plans for mass layoffs at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

A federal judge who blocked the Trump administration from dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has ruled that the agency can’t go forward immediately with plans to mass fire hundreds of employees.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 12:14 PM EDT
Calcutta firefighters put out brush fire behind TJ Maxx parking lot

Calcutta firefighters put out brush fire behind TJ Maxx parking lot

The State of Ohio has a burn ban in place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Saturday, May 31.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 5:32 PM EDT by Corey Vallas