Plea expected for Youngstown man charged in child pornography case

Plea expected for Youngstown man charged in child pornography case

A court employee tells 21 News that a plea and sentencing hearing for 43-year-old Nicholas Belcastro has been set for April 17.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 2:21 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Multiple instances of unruly juveniles reported at Boardman Target

Multiple instances of unruly juveniles reported at Boardman Target

Boardman Police have reported multiple instances of unruly juveniles at the Target store in The Shops At Boardman Park plaza within the past month.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 2:07 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
FirstEnergy continues working to restore power to hundreds of Valley homes and businesses

FirstEnergy continues working to restore power to hundreds of Valley homes and businesses

Power restoration efforts continue in the Valley following Sunday's severe weather.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 11:47 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Milton Township man accused of secretly recording 12-year-old child

Milton Township man accused of secretly recording 12-year-old child

A Milton Township man has been arrested after a secret indictment accused him of secretly taking pictures or video of a 12-year-old child.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 11:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
YSU launches new app to improve campus safety

YSU launches new app to improve campus safety

The app integrates seamlessly with the university's PenguinAlert system to provide enhanced support in times of need by sending real-time safety alerts and providing instant access to critical campus resources.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 10:39 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Trump administration deports hundreds of immigrants even as a judge orders their removals be stopped

Trump administration deports hundreds of immigrants even as a judge orders their removals be stopped

The Trump administration has transferred hundreds of immigrants to El Salvador despite a federal judge’s order temporarily barring the deportations under an 18th century wartime declaration targeting Venezuelan gang members.

Sunday, March 16th 2025, 11:55 AM EDT
Youngstown State University Police welcome new K9 and handler

Youngstown State University Police welcome new K9 and handler

The Youngstown State University Police Department has introduced its newest K9 officer, Barkley, and his handler, Officer Hope Stoner.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 10:17 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Lewis Center for Gifted Learning at Valley Christian to close at end of school year

Lewis Center for Gifted Learning at Valley Christian to close at end of school year

Gonatas says the Lewis Center will become a program on Valley Christian's central campus rather than its own separate building.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 10:07 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Canfield Police again close 'foot spa' for alleged prostitution

Canfield Police again close 'foot spa' for alleged prostitution

Canfield Police say they’ll be talking with the landlord of an office building after an alleged prostitution business there was shut down for a second time this year.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 9:57 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Wellsville man sentenced to 10 years in prison for sex crimes with 11 and 12 year old children

Wellsville man sentenced to 10 years in prison for sex crimes with 11 and 12 year old children

A Wellsville man has been sentenced to ten years in prison for sex crimes against children. In addition, Columbiana County Common Pleas Court Judge Megan Bickerton declared 24-year-old Justin Talbert as a Tier 3 sex offender, requiring him to register his

Monday, March 17th 2025, 9:12 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Phantom Fireworks to give first responders free corned beef sandwiches on St. Patrick's Day

Phantom Fireworks to give first responders free corned beef sandwiches on St. Patrick's Day

The company will be providing the sandwiches to police and fire personnel Monday, March 17 at Jeff Chrystal's Catering located at 2315 Belmont Avenue in Youngstown between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 8:07 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Forever 21 files bankruptcy; Begins liquidation sales

Forever 21 files bankruptcy; Begins liquidation sales

Forever 21, which has a store in the Grove City Premium Outlets, says its U.S. stores and website will remain open as the company begins liquidation sales.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 7:42 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Mercer County's Lakeview Schools eye possible staff reductions amid enrollment decline

Mercer County's Lakeview Schools eye possible staff reductions amid enrollment decline

A Mercer County school district is considering staff reductions due to a significant decline in student enrollment over the past eight years.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 6:59 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Ravenna Police: Man shot after using hostage as human shield

Ravenna Police: Man shot after using hostage as human shield

Ravenna police officers fatally shot a man Sunday after they say he used another man as a shield and then pointed a gun at them.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 6:05 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
St. Patrick's Day events around the Valley

St. Patrick's Day events around the Valley

It's time for the "wearin o' the green" as the Valley observes St. Patrick's Day. Here are the local events and celebrations.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:38 AM EDT by Sarah Robles, Billy-Jack Colon & Zach Mosca
Traffic moving again in Interstate 80 after two delays on Sunday due to storm damage

Traffic moving again in Interstate 80 after two delays on Sunday due to storm damage

Traffic was diverted along Interstate 80 in Weathersfield Township for a second time Sunday after wires fell along the freeway.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:37 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Sharon Regional holds open house days before reopening

Sharon Regional holds open house days before reopening

Community leaders, staff and people in Sharon celebrated the reopening of Sharon Regional Medical Center at an open house Sunday afternoon. 

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:37 AM EDT by Kaitlyn McCarthy
Arrest made in Howland Middle School TikTok threat

Arrest made in Howland Middle School TikTok threat

On person has been arrested in connection with a threat made against Howland Middle School that was posted on TikTok.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:36 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Catholic Diocese of Youngstown releases statement on Father Swierz investigation

Catholic Diocese of Youngstown releases statement on Father Swierz investigation

"This has been painful on many levels. I pray for healing for anyone hurt by any member of the Church," said Bishop Bonnar in a statement. 

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:36 AM EDT by Grace Christopher
Fire breaks out in Warren apartment

Fire breaks out in Warren apartment

Authorities are investigating the cause of an early morning fire that erupted at a Warren apartment complex on Monday.

Monday, March 17th 2025, 5:35 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner