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Authorities in Richmond, Virginia, say seven people were shot after gunfire rang out near Virginia Commonwealth University in downtown following a high school graduation ceremony.
 

Pence says 'Different times call for different leadership' in video launching 2024 presidential bid

 
Former Vice President Mike Pence is staking his presidential hopes on Iowa as he launches his campaign for the 2024 Republican nomination in Des Moines on Wednesday.
 

Ohio senators want additional income tax cuts, universal vouchers in GOP crafted budget plan

 

More income tax cuts, phasing in a universal voucher program and hundreds of other changes are part of a Republican-crafted version of Ohio's nearly $86 billion state budget currently pending in the state Senate.

County Commissioners to consider water rate increase for Jackson, Milton, Craig Beach

 
The Mahoning County Commissioners are slated to consider a resolution on Wednesday to increase water rates for 1,400 homes and businesses in Jackson and Milton Townships, as well as Craig Beach Village.
 

EPA, CDC welcomes East Palestine community for health info session

 
"So, it's been a tremendous effort," Durano said. "It's been a huge site by our standards, so we're seeing progress."
 

'Meet the Helpers' responders event planned in East Palestine

 
The people of East Palestine will have a chance to meet some of the people who have been working to monitor health and safety in the village since the February 3rd Norfolk Southern train derailment.
 

Columbiana woman sentenced, fined for Dunkin Donuts crash

 
A woman from Columbiana has been ordered to begin serving a 20-day jail sentence in July after being convicted of child endangering and refusing to submit to a drug and alcohol test following a traffic accident.
 

Youngstown woman charged after accident that caused death of motorcyclist

 
The charges come after an accident earlier this spring, in which Dorsey failed to yield on a left turn and collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the death of 62-year-old Timothy Welsh.
 

AAA Issues warning about '100 Deadliest Days' of driving

 
The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest for teen drivers, according to AAA.
 

Artist chosen to paint giant mural along Warren's Dave Grohl Alley

 
The colorful mosaics featuring a depiction of the Foo Fighters frontman, a guitar being played, and an arm holding a drumstick will be painted on the 86 by 8-foot walls in Dave Grohl Alley.
 

Youngstown's Northside Pool opens for season Wednesday

 
Pool hours are 1 to 8 p.m. daily through Aug. 4.
 
 

Why is it so smoky outside? Canada wildfires lead to air-quality alerts in northeastern US

 
Canada is dealing with a series of intense wildfires that have spread from the western provinces to Quebec, with hundreds of forest fires burning.
 

Another hazy day Wednesday

 
Air quality will be reduced again on Wednesday