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President Donald Trump’s plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
 

Senate passes Valley Republican’s bill requiring school marriage curriculum

 
The Ohio Senate has passed controversial legislation that would require all public school students in grades six through 12 to be taught a three-part “Success Sequence” emphasizing marriage before childbirth.
 

Ursuline fights early release of student information in hazing lawsuit

 
The defendants contend that the information the plaintiffs seek—the names and addresses of minor students and their parents—is shielded by this privacy law.
 

Man with knife in standoff with Liberty Police, Troopers

 
Dispatchers say the incident began as a traffic stop in Weathersfield Township, eventually ending up in Liberty.
 

Canfield woman claims $100 stolen from her purse during massage

 
The woman told the officer that she did not want her purse moved because she carries a firearm.
 

Health researcher: Low chemical levels ‘good news’ for East Palestine

 
It'll give researchers an understanding of how chemical exposures will change your disease risk in 20 or 30 years.
 

Suspected drugs seized during Columbiana County traffic stop

 
Henry was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of driving under suspension and a misdemeanor charge of failure to display a valid sticker.
 

Carfentanil cases rise in Ohio

 
The number of drug samples containing the synthetic opioid carfentanil has risen across Ohio through the first three quarters of 2025.

 

 
Affected products have been sold at several Valley locations, including one in Boardman, one in Warren and one in Girard.
 

Youngstown event aims to 'stomp out' domestic violence

 
Community members were encouraged to attend the free event to learn more about domestic violence resources available in the region.
 

Newton Falls 2026 budget includes two full time police officers

 
As it stands, the department is operating with 18 part-time employees. The only full-time employee is John Barco, the Police Chief. 
 

Youngstown reveals plans for holiday parade, events

 
The City of Youngstown will soon host the community for its 2025 "Holiday Parade" in December.
 

The lake-effect giveth showers, and taketh our warmth

 
Hang in there - the weather takes a turn for the better this weekend