Youngstown promoter awarded $874K in concert booking fraud case

Youngstown promoter awarded $874K in concert booking fraud case

According to court documents, Givens provided Esmail Entertainment with contracts that appeared to be signed by artists Glorilla, Money Bagg Yo, and Skilla Baby.

February 9th, 5:14 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Brazilian Olympian back-flips into Opening Ceremony

Brazilian Olympian back-flips into Opening Ceremony

As Team Brazil was announced during Friday's Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, one athlete pulled off an epic back-flip that went viral on social media.

February 7th, 12:59 PM EST
Snoop Dogg carries Olympic Torch through streets of Milan

Snoop Dogg carries Olympic Torch through streets of Milan

Find complete coverage of the Milan Cortina Olympics on wfmj.com.

February 6th, 1:30 PM EST
Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comic actor of 'Schitt's Creek' and Home Alone' fame, dies at 71

Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comic actor of 'Schitt's Creek' and Home Alone' fame, dies at 71

The Emmy-winning actor was known for her roles on “SCTV,” “Schitt's Creek,” and the two “Home Alone"

January 30th, 6:40 PM EST
Once lamenting Youngstown’s steel decline, new Springsteen song protests Minneapolis deaths

Once lamenting Youngstown’s steel decline, new Springsteen song protests Minneapolis deaths

Less than one day after the video was posted on Springsteen's YouTube channel, the new song, titled "Streets of Minneapolis," was number one on the music trending chart with more than 2.5 million views.

January 29th, 8:26 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Dance celebration highlights First Fridays event in downtown Youngstown

Dance celebration highlights First Fridays event in downtown Youngstown

In collaboration with the city and local businesses, the monthly program aims to provide residents with arts and culture experiences in a central setting.

January 28th, 6:12 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Monster truck tour returns to Covelli Centre

Monster truck tour returns to Covelli Centre

Six monster trucks will compete on a dirt track at the Covelli Centre later this month.

January 21st, 7:26 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Youngstown nonprofit to host indoor pop-up skatepark

Youngstown nonprofit to host indoor pop-up skatepark

A local nonprofit group plans to turn part of Penguin City Brewing Company into a temporary skatepark for one day next month.

January 20th, 10:40 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

January 14th, 4:08 AM EST
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78.

January 12th, 4:23 AM EST
State awards $2.3 million for science fiction museum in Warren

State awards $2.3 million for science fiction museum in Warren

In 2023, Zabrucky donated more than 500 items to the society, including props used in “Ghostbusters,” “Blade Runner,” “Men in Black,” and the “Star Trek” franchise.

January 9th, 5:14 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Warren's Modern Methods to relocate Darlene Lounge

Warren's Modern Methods to relocate Darlene Lounge

Modern Methods Brewing Company announced plans to move its Darlene Lounge from West Market Street to a location adjacent to its main taproom. 

January 8th, 5:55 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Y-live music event returning to Stambaugh Stadium next year

Y-live music event returning to Stambaugh Stadium next year

The move marks a return to a venue that has hosted stars such as the Zac Brown Band and Blake Shelton.

December 19th, 5:05 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Greenville Symphony Orchestra to host holiday concert

Greenville Symphony Orchestra to host holiday concert

The program includes the GSO Jazz Band, the SAY Children’s Chorus, and the Shenango Valley Chorale.

December 18th, 11:33 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Salem to host ‘Home for the Holidays’ parade tonight

Salem to host ‘Home for the Holidays’ parade tonight

The holidays arrive in downtown Salem tonight as the annual Christmas Parade of Floats steps off at 6:30 p.m.

December 4th, 6:10 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Shenango Valley kicks off holidays tonight

Shenango Valley kicks off holidays tonight

The Shenango Valley is launching its holiday season this weekend with a trio of festive events, beginning tonight, with the "Night of Lights: Tree Illumination" in Sharon.

November 21st, 6:19 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Artisan crafts, holiday sound of tubas to fill Stambaugh Auditorium

Artisan crafts, holiday sound of tubas to fill Stambaugh Auditorium

Brightly colored lights and presents under the tree bring Christmas to mind for many. But for others, it’s the sounds of tubas.

November 20th, 5:18 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Covelli Centre Photo Contest winner captures 2016 KISS concert

Covelli Centre Photo Contest winner captures 2016 KISS concert

Edward Uberti’s photograph, which captured the moment confetti filled the air during the concert.

November 18th, 9:53 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Shenango Valley to kick off holidays with lights, parade

Shenango Valley to kick off holidays with lights, parade

The Shenango Valley is launching its holiday season this weekend with a trio of festive events, beginning with the "Night of Lights: Tree Illumination" in Sharon on Friday, Nov. 21, and continuing through the weekend.

November 17th, 10:21 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Keystone Safari welcomes tiny, new resident: a giant anteater pup

Keystone Safari welcomes tiny, new resident: a giant anteater pup

Keystone Safari is celebrating another new arrival: a giant anteater pup, born Oct. 19 to first-time parents Helga and Hugo, the park announced.

November 13th, 8:46 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Youngstown Council considers call to restore McGuffey Wildlife Preserve

Youngstown Council considers call to restore McGuffey Wildlife Preserve

The Youngstown City Council is set to consider a resolution next week that supports the restoration and preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, a 73-acre property managed by Mill Creek Metroparks.

November 13th, 6:15 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Owners break ground at site of new Canfield Dairy Queen

Owners break ground at site of new Canfield Dairy Queen

Franchise operator Chrissy Smith tells 21 News the new location will be a "Grill & Chill" location featuring a full menu of hot foods, breakfast items and of course, ice cream treats.

November 10th, 1:36 PM EST by Mike Gauntner & Zach Mosca
Youngstown’s Yosteria plans winery, pavilion, bocce court

Youngstown’s Yosteria plans winery, pavilion, bocce court

Owners of a Youngstown restaurant have submitted plans to the city to construct a winery, pavilion, and bocce court on the property adjacent to its current facility on Valley Street.

October 31st, 6:22 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Reynolds Drive-in owners seek buyer as the family eyes retirement

Reynolds Drive-in owners seek buyer as the family eyes retirement

After successfully reviving a Mercer County community gathering spot, the owners of the Reynolds Drive-In have announced they are ready to retire and pass the business into new hands.

October 29th, 5:40 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Trumbull County Tourism launches updated Italian Food Trail

Trumbull County Tourism launches updated Italian Food Trail

The program includes restaurants, pizzerias, and bakeries offering a variety of food, from wedding soup and greens to pizza and pizzelles.

October 27th, 10:24 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
20 years of memories: Enter Covelli Centre photo contest

20 years of memories: Enter Covelli Centre photo contest

The contest's grand prize winner will receive a pair of Club Level Tickets to 10 shows in 2026.

October 24th, 4:19 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
ODNR fall color update places Valley at 'near peak'

ODNR fall color update places Valley at 'near peak'

Trumbull, Mahoning, and Columbiana counties are included in the large area marked as "near peak" on the map, displaying prominent yellow and orange hues.

October 24th, 3:59 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

The event took place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with children of all ages and family members invited to the 27th annual "Trick or Treat" event, presented by Once Upon A Child in Niles.

October 23rd, 5:25 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Ohio lodges, state parks give military 30% off November stays

Ohio lodges, state parks give military 30% off November stays

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is offering active-duty members and veterans of the U.S. military a 30% discount on overnight accommodations throughout November. The special discount applies to new reservations made for campsites, getaway rentals

October 21st, 11:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Calling hours set for Valley bandleader Dominic Tocco

Calling hours set for Valley bandleader Dominic Tocco

Public calling hours are scheduled for Thursday for Dominic J. Tocco Jr., a longtime Teamsters union official, military veteran, and Youngstown-area musician, who died Friday.

October 7th, 6:42 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Young athletes at Hess Ice Rink in New Castle are excited to see hockey in the Olympics

Young athletes at Hess Ice Rink in New Castle are excited to see hockey in the Olympics

FBI says it's unaware of Savannah Guthrie talking with her mom's suspected kidnappers

Social media 'addicting the brains of children,' plaintiff's lawyer argues in landmark trial

Testimony to begin Tuesday in Primary Health Network fraud trial

East Liverpool man charged in death of pregnant girlfriend

A brief thaw on Tuesday

Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Animal Charity of Ohio hosts open house

Celebrating Black History Month through entrepreneurship

OSP: Cars getting stuck, drifting off-road in snow

ODOT continues work to clear roads

Valley deals with snow

DeWine urges winter safety as extreme cold follows weekend snow

DeWine urges winter safety as extreme cold follows weekend snow

Mercer County conservation projects receive grant funding

Pennsylvania celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with $250k Scholarship Program

PUCO settlement would require FirstEnergy to pay $276 million to Ohio consumers over HB 6 misconduct

Driver killed in crash on Route 422 in Pulaski Township

Last flames on the Shenango: WaterFire celebrates 13 years