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Friday, February 13th 2026, 6:32 AM EST
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The Trump administration reached a trade deal with Taiwan on Thursday, with Taiwan agreeing to remove or reduce 99% of its tariff barriers, the office of the U.S. Trade Representative said.
As electricity costs rise, everyone wants data centers to pick up their tab. But how?
Politicians from President Donald Trump to local lawmakers agree that tech companies should cover the power costs of artificial intelligence data centers.
Imprisoned for life without parole, Wellsville man seeks to cancel sex abuse conviction
Authorities said the abuse occurred over several years during weekend visits.
More sexual misconduct allegations against Austintown doctor under investigation
“Sexual misconduct, including what is considered a ‘consensual relationship,’ exploits the provider-patient relationship in a sexual way," a spokesperson for the State Medical Board of Ohio told 21 News.
Friday court hearings set for suspects in murder of Warren juvenile
Police arrested two 18-year-old suspects, Ashaud Johnson and Willis Smith, in connection with the shooting
Sandy Lake woman’s PayPal account hacked to buy gaming consoles
State Police in Mercer County are searching for a suspect who used a stolen online account to buy more than $1,300 in electronics.
Warren man faces sentencing for DUI crash that seriously injured Southington woman
Investigators noted that Currey’s blood alcohol level was .161 percent at the time of the crash, which is twice the legal limit in Ohio.
Library trustees approve relocation of new branch in Struthers
As the board of trustees approved plans to move forward with this project, it will have to commence in phases.
Mahoning Co. Commissioners consider tax exemption
House Bill 96, which passed last year, allows county commissioners in Ohio to double the homestead exemption and owner occupancy tax reduction for eligible homeowners.
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