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Tuesday, February 17th 2026, 6:37 AM EST
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Jackson was a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King and became a leader of the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King was assassinated in 1968.
Trump administration ordered to restore George Washington slavery exhibit it removed
A federal judge has ordered an exhibit about nine people enslaved by George Washington to be restored at his former home in Philadelphia after President Donald Trump’s administration took it down last month
Ohio power board to vote on Youngstown-Campbell power line project
Following years of debate, the Ohio Power Siting Board is scheduled to meet in Columbus on Thursday to decide whether to approve a new electric transmission line project in Youngstown and Campbell.
Report: East Liverpool waste incinerator emissions continue to decline
Government and facility officials reported this month that emissions exceedances at the East Liverpool hazardous waste incinerator reached new lows during the final quarter of 2025.
Masury man's fraud trial headed to the jury
A federal jury is expected to begin deliberations today in the trial of a Masury man accused of taking part in a $2 million fraud scheme against a Sharon-based healthcare network.
Witnesses told investigators that a group of people was arguing in the parking lot before the situation turned violent.
New Castle homeowner shoots burglary suspect
A New Castle resident shot a man who allegedly broke into his home early Monday morning, according to local authorities.
Authorities find handgun and suspected drugs during Wellsville search
During the investigation, officials say they discovered more than 70 grams of suspected cocaine, a loaded 9mm handgun, and various prescription pills.
Thiel College adds nutrition major to health science programs
Thiel College officials announced Monday the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in nutrition to meet growing interest in health and wellness careers.
The United States and Canada will meet for gold for the 7th time in Olympic women's hockey
Marie-Philip Poulin won’t dispute how good the Americans have looked in romping through the women’s hockey tournament at the Milan Cortina Games.
A spring fling through the end of the week
Temperatures for the remainder of the week will feel more like April
