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Political analysts weigh in on Tressel's potential run for Ohio Governor

Political analysts weigh in on Tressel's potential run for Ohio Governor

Mike DeWine has served as the 70th Governor of Ohio since 2019. Term limits welcome a governor's race come 2026, with some now eyeing Jim Tressel as a prospective candidate.

6 hrs 34 mins ago by Erin Simonek
Valley lawmakers 'surprised' and optimistic over Jim Tressel's Lt. Gov. nomination

Valley lawmakers 'surprised' and optimistic over Jim Tressel's Lt. Gov. nomination

While Tressel's never been a politician, his fundraising, higher education experience and networking edge will likely shape his role, De Souza said.

7 hrs 42 mins ago by Madison Tromler
Trump considering eliminating the U.S. Department of Education

Trump considering eliminating the U.S. Department of Education

If the DOE were to be abolished, Ohio would be at stake of losing some pretty significant programs.

February 9th, 1:07 PM EST by Sydney Canty
Valley communities voice concerns over Senate Bill 56

Valley communities voice concerns over Senate Bill 56

A major part of the bill looks to revise marijuana taxes, causing uncertainty for dispensary host communities.

February 7th, 10:32 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Former bank in New Castle reopens as sushi, Asian-fusion cuisine restaurant

Former bank in New Castle reopens as sushi, Asian-fusion cuisine restaurant

The new owner, who bought the building in 2020 for $365,000, kept much of the classic design and elegant styling from the bank — including the chandeliers, clocks, marble interior and more.

February 7th, 1:41 PM EST by Robert McFerren
ICC condemns sanctions by Trump administration and pledges to continue its work

ICC condemns sanctions by Trump administration and pledges to continue its work

The International Criminal Court has called on its member states to stand up against sanctions imposed by President Donald Trump.

February 7th, 4:50 AM EST
Howland Police called to investigate lemon throwing allegations at Trumbull GOP meeting

Howland Police called to investigate lemon throwing allegations at Trumbull GOP meeting

A dispute allegedly involving thrown lemons has led to an assault report being filed following a meeting of Trumbull County Republican Party officers.

February 6th, 10:46 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Mahoning Valley candidates, issues on ballot for the May 6 primary election

Mahoning Valley candidates, issues on ballot for the May 6 primary election

Below, you will find a complete list of all local candidates who have filed for candidacy in all three Mahoning Valley Counties.

February 6th, 6:37 AM EST by Zach Mosca
Trump’s birthright citizenship order is put on hold by a second federal judge

Trump’s birthright citizenship order is put on hold by a second federal judge

A federal judge is set to hear arguments over temporarily pausing President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship for anyone born in the U.S. to someone in the country illegally.

February 5th, 1:19 AM EST
Valley Mexican restaurant closes for 'A Day Without Immigrants' protest

Valley Mexican restaurant closes for 'A Day Without Immigrants' protest

A Valley-based business participated Monday in what the Associated Press described as a loosely organized nationwide day of protest against President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

February 5th, 4:56 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
China counters with tariffs on US products. It will also investigate Google

China counters with tariffs on US products. It will also investigate Google

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced Tuesday it was implementing counter tariffs against the U.S. on multiple products.

February 4th, 12:38 AM EST
Pennsylvania governor expected to seek more money for schools and transit

Pennsylvania governor expected to seek more money for schools and transit

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is expected to seek more money for public schools and public transit when he delivers his third budget proposal to lawmakers.

February 4th, 5:21 AM EST
Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to boost border enforcement

Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to boost border enforcement

Ahead of tariffs starting Tuesday, President Donald Trump posted on social media that he spoke Monday morning with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and would “be speaking to him again at 3:00 P.M.” But the Republican president also used the post to repeat his complaints that Canada has been uncooperative, despite decades of friendship and partnerships that range from World War II to the response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States.

February 3rd, 10:08 AM EST
Wall Street falls following Trump's tariffs, but not as badly as feared in the morning

Wall Street falls following Trump's tariffs, but not as badly as feared in the morning

Asia shares are mostly declining as worries grow about President Donald Trump imposing tariffs on key U.S. trading partners.

February 2nd, 10:48 PM EST
Elon Musk says President Donald Trump has 'agreed' USAID should be shut down

Elon Musk says President Donald Trump has 'agreed' USAID should be shut down

The Trump administration has placed two top security chiefs at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave after they refused to turn over classified material in restricted areas to Elon Musk’s government-inspection teams.

February 2nd, 12:38 PM EST
Trump's trade war among allies triggers retaliation from Canada and Mexico

Trump's trade war among allies triggers retaliation from Canada and Mexico

Canada’s prime minister and Mexico’s president have ordered retaliatory tariffs against Americans, following through with their threats after U.S. Donald Trump sparked a trade war by imposing sweeping tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China.

February 2nd, 11:08 AM EST
Trump wants to undo diversity programs. Some agencies react by scrubbing US history and culture

Trump wants to undo diversity programs. Some agencies react by scrubbing US history and culture

Donald Trump’s efforts to undo diversity, equity and inclusion efforts throughout the federal government have had a trickle-down effect far beyond formal DEI programs.

February 2nd, 8:37 AM EST
Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's pick to oversee US spy agencies, grilled about Snowden, Syria and Russia

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's pick to oversee US spy agencies, grilled about Snowden, Syria and Russia

Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump's pick to be director of national intelligence, is set to go before lawmakers Thursday for a confirmation hearing likely to focus on some of her past views on Russia and Syria.

January 30th, 12:15 AM EST
Trump White House rescinds memo freezing federal money after widespread confusion

Trump White House rescinds memo freezing federal money after widespread confusion

President Donald Trump’s budget office on Wednesday rescinded an order freezing spending on federal grants, less than two days after it sparked widespread confusion and legal challenges across the country, according to two people familiar with the matter.

January 29th, 1:25 PM EST
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing

Robert F.

January 29th, 12:15 AM EST
'Remarkably poor judgment': Wall Street Journal takes a critical eye to start of Trump's 2nd term

'Remarkably poor judgment': Wall Street Journal takes a critical eye to start of Trump's 2nd term

Not every outlet popular with conservative readers is cheerleading for President Donald Trump.

January 29th, 10:55 AM EST
Justice Department drops criminal proceedings against Trump co-defendants in classified records case

Justice Department drops criminal proceedings against Trump co-defendants in classified records case

The Justice Department has abandoned all criminal proceedings against two of President Donald Trump’s co-defendants in the classified documents case against him in Florida, foreclosing the chance that the case against them could ever be revived.

January 29th, 11:15 AM EST
Federal grant freeze could hurt Valley organizations that help children, students, elderly

Federal grant freeze could hurt Valley organizations that help children, students, elderly

21 News has reached out to some of the local organizations that received notification of funding for projects or rely on funding for their existence, and what this potentially means for them moving forward. 

January 29th, 4:52 AM EST by Robert McFerren & Erin Simonek
Two from Valley released from prison after Trump issues January 6 pardons

Two from Valley released from prison after Trump issues January 6 pardons

Both of the people from the Valley who were still imprisoned when President Trump pardoned those convicted for the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol have been released.

January 22nd, 5:08 AM EST by Mike Gauntner & Erin Simonek
Read the texts of Trump executive actions

Read the texts of Trump executive actions

President Trump signed many executive actions on his first day in office covering an array of issues including immigration, energy, foreign aid, and others.

January 21st, 7:54 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Trump restores 'Mount McKinley' name to North America's highest peak

Trump restores 'Mount McKinley' name to North America's highest peak

North America’s highest mountain will again bear the name of one of the City of Nile's favorite sons, under an order issued by President Donald Trump on his first day in office.

January 21st, 5:53 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Locals attend inaugural watch party, Mahoning Co. supporters in D.C. for President Trump's inauguration

Locals attend inaugural watch party, Mahoning Co. supporters in D.C. for President Trump's inauguration

James Mullarkey and Breann Stipetic of Mahoning County were in Washington D.C. for the swearing-in of President Donald Trump during the 2025 Inauguration. Mullarkey said it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. "To see it first hand, the transition of powe

January 20th, 6:09 PM EST by Madison Tromler
Surprise sale of Sharon Regional approved by bankruptcy court to Tenor Health

Surprise sale of Sharon Regional approved by bankruptcy court to Tenor Health

The attorney in bankruptcy court told Judge Christopher Lopez they hope for court approval as soon as possible to keep the 800 hospital employees employed. 

January 10th, 5:13 PM EST by Robert McFerren & Erin Simonek
Santucci elected as Majority Whip in Ohio's 136th General Assembly

Santucci elected as Majority Whip in Ohio's 136th General Assembly

Ohio House Republicans have given Representative Nick Santucci of Niles a position of importance as he begins his second term in Columbus.

January 8th, 10:11 AM EST by Mike Gauntner

Four PA correctional facilities recommended for closure

Trump considering eliminating the U.S. Department of Education

Youngstown woman accused of running man over with car

Victim burned in reported explosion at Sharon home

Kinsman convenience store sells winning scratch-off ticket

Warren trucker dies in I-77 crash

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

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Political analysts weigh in on Tressel's potential run for Ohio Governor

Political analysts weigh in on Tressel's potential run for Ohio Governor

Valley communities voice concerns over Senate Bill 56

Mayor says 5 injured in fatal Philadelphia plane crash remain hospitalized, 3 in critical condition

Judge finds Ohio pastor guilty of violating fire code while church operated as a temporary shelter

Banning cellphones in schools gains popularity in red and blue states

Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreements