The latest from the 21 Newsroom.

 

Local politicians dished up their own chili recipes to be judged.

 

Christopher Alan of AutoParkit says reopening Dana Street would threaten his company’s future, while Councilwoman Tiffany Stanford says the city must balance his concerns with those of residents and other businesses.

 

Since the location of the preserve is more in Coitsville than Youngstown, there's only so much council members can do.

 

The business services firm says it plans to add 25 more "high-tech" jobs to its East Liverpool headquarters by the end of 2028.

 

Scholarships, school supplies and a local food pantry is also funded by the thrift shop, under the Ministerial Association.

 

Ohio schools will no longer be allowed to put certain levy options up to a vote. Lawmakers say it is in the interest of property tax relief.

 

In March, Lordstown Mayor Jackie Woodward called in the state to investigate allegations of misconduct inside the village police department. Concerns first surfaced around Lordstown officers working side jobs at Ultium Cells.

 

Ohio State Highway Patrol's Mahoning County Post told 21 News the crash resulted in minor injuries and the roadway is now back open.

 

Students will have free access to participating museums and historic sites statewide during the 2025-26 school year.

 

For families who rely on federal programs, the biggest concern and question is how long the shutdown will last and if those benefits will be impacted.

 

Feeling like summer for the first weekend of October