A federal judge has given the Trump administration until Monday to pay nearly $2 billion in debts to partners of the U.S. Agency for International Development and State Department.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said China will retaliate to the United States’ “arbitrary tariffs” and accused Washington of “meeting good with evil.”.

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Thursday in a television interview that President Donald Trump will “likely” suspend the 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico for most products and services for a month, broadening an exemption that was granted on Wednesday only to autos.

Rep. Al Green is facing censure in the House for his outburst during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress.

A local nonprofit is offering free expungement services to help Youngstown residents clear their records, gain employment, and secure housing.

The Penguins beat Purdue Fort Wayne, 72-67, Thursday at Zidian Family Arena.

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a government reserve of bitcoin, a key marker in the cryptocurrency’s journey towards possible mainstream acceptance.

Our demand may eventually exceed our supply of fossil fuels. In this special report, 21 News looks to see if it's time to "move the needle"—move it from a focus on oil and gas to wind and solar.

President Donald Trump has issued what he called a “last warning” to Hamas to release all remaining hostages held in Gaza.

The renovations are possible due to the generosity of Joe DeSalvo and DeSalvo Construction, according to a news release. In recognition of the contributions, the field will be renamed DeSalvo Field.

"Obviously you're not allowed to build structures in Poland Woods so we brought it to the attention of our street department and they took it down yesterday.", said Tim Sicafuse.

ASAP and Prevention Resources aim to provide parents of elementary school-aged children with resources and tools they might need in order to have conversations about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

Walgreens Boots Alliance says it has agreed to be acquired by the private equity firm Sycamore Partners as the struggling retailer looks to turn itself around after years of losing money.

Construction is ready to start, and is expected to last throughout the summer. 

A firefighter with the Youngstown Fire Department still has not been placed on leave after being indicted for alleged worker's compensation fraud.

The Mahoning Valley is still experiencing a housing shortage, due in part by many homeowners unwilling to let go of pandemic-era, record-low mortgage rates.

Ohio State Veterinarian Dr. Dennis Summers says the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is looking into an effective vaccination strategy for the bird flu.

Asian shares are mostly higher, tracking a rebound on Wall Street after President Donald Trump pulled back on some of his tariffs.

Barclay Messerly Road is scheduled to close between Nelson Moser and Eagle Creek Road from 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12 for tree removal.

The library had to close shortly after 3 p.m. Thursday due to a gas leak in the Springfield Township area. The library usually closes at 5:30 p.m.

If found guilty of the alleged crimes, 40-year-old Michael Boston faces up to 20 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, or both.

Now that Barco has been named the new chief, Benetis says the next step is to negotiate Barco's salary, which will be between him and Village Manager Mike Novotny.

A search warrant delivered to the house around 6 am Thursday resulted in an arrest of 34-year-old Juel Demetrius Lewis, who goes by BEAR, who was inside the residence. 

The project area includes Bridge Street, Bob Cene Way, Main Street and Liberty Street.

The chase concluded when the vehicle crashed into B&M Automotive at the intersection of Southern Boulevard and West Market Street

March's First Friday event will be March 7th at SMARTS, Celebrating Young Artists of the Mahoning Valley in recognition of Youth Art Month.

A two-vehicle accident snarled traffic along a busy highway that runs between Youngstown and Austintown.

Dr. George Young, a Youngstown State University (YSU) alumnus, has pledged $400,000 to the "Kilcawley: Centered on the Future" campaign.

Police say Caleb Vancampen, now 25, caused $100,000 in damage to statues outside of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in February 2021.

In June of last year, 1,600 UAW Local 1112 members at the Ultium plant in Lordstown reached a tentative local agreement addressing wages, health and safety.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has signed an executive order to streamline the process of filling job vacancies in the Commonwealth with federal workers who were fired through cuts ordered by the Trump administration.

The right westbound lane was closed while first responders investigate.

Students and staff across several Valley schools are wearing blue on Thursday to show their support for the family affected by a two-vehicle accident in New Middletown.

After pressing for details for months, 21 News was sent reports of what led to not only that lieutenant's resignation, but the demotion of one trooper and reprimand of another at the Warren post. 

Councilwoman Davis told 21 News the two departments have never had this kind of audit done before.

The memorandum states that failure to respond will result in disciplinary action and may lead to further review.

State troopers say Kincaid's blood alcohol level was .239 when the SUV he was driving crashed head on into a minivan in Augusta Township on March 20, 2024.

The collective efforts recovered approximately one ounce of methamphetamine, which resulted in the incarceration of two people in the Columbiana County jail with pending additional charges. 

The Hermitage Board of Commissioners sent a letter to Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi, urging the university to keep Penn State Shenango open, citing enrollment growth, new student housing, and workforce development programs.

The linear accelerator will allow access for treatments of different types of cancers that have, in the past, required patients to travel to Pittsburgh for treatment.

According to a news release, every ticket purchased for the raffle directly benefits a cancer patient by funding Yellow Brick Place programs. The drawing for the grand prizes will be drawn on April 3.

On Wednesday, an emergency resolution was unanimously passed to apply for the funds. Up to $150k could improve the existing trail, enhance safety and accessibility, add a staircase leading to the trail from the hill, and ensure long-term sustainability.

Veterans who have been abruptly fired from federal jobs say they feel betrayed by the Trump administration's dramatic downsizing of government.

Powerful storms that killed two people in Mississippi and ripped roofs from buildings in a small Oklahoma town are charging across the nation, threatening more communities in the central to eastern United States with wide-ranging weather.

HB 64 is a bill that proposes to revise the age for senior discounts on hunting, fishing, trapping and other sportsmen licenses and permits from 66, as it currently stands in Ohio Revised Code, to 65.

Lindsay McCoy spoke with former Ohio Department of Health Director and Valley native Dr. Amy Acton on 21 News at 5 about her candidacy, her work during the COVID-19 pandemic and her goals for Ohio.

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game.

The U.S. government’s decision to stop sharing air quality data from embassies and consulates worldwide has worried some local scientists and experts who say the data was vital for people to be aware of air quality and monitor their government's progress in improving public health.

The construction project is going to take place near Guliford Lake between Lakeview Road and Woodale Avenue.

A senior Canadian government official says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is not willing to lift Canada’s retaliatory tariffs if Trump leaves any tariffs on Canada, The official confirmed the stance on condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.

Oak Hill Collaborative is set to host an e-waste collection drive on March 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., citing the success of its winter drive.

Powered by TEAM330, the event will feature live entertainment, local vendors, networking opportunities and aim to showcase and celebrate community.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said there might be carveouts coming to the 25% tariffs placed on Canada and Mexico by President Donald Trump.

A sharply divided Supreme Court has rejected a Trump administration push to rebuke a federal judge who imposed a quick deadline to release billions of dollars in foreign aid.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning an “aggressive” reorganization that includes cutting 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care for retired military members.

Asian shares and US futures are higher after Wall Street's losses wiped out all of the S&P 500’s post-U.S. election gains.

According to NBC News, Tom Llamas, NBC senior national correspondent and anchor of 'Top Story with Tom Llamas' on NBC News NOW will be replacing Lester Holt as he steps down as anchor on NBC Nightly News.

During a Wednesday afternoon hearing, former Vienna Township fiscal officer Linda McCullough was arraigned on several more charges from a superseding indictment. She was then set to go on trial May 12.

Slots are available for 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., as well as 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Easter dinner deliveries will take place Friday, April 18.

According to a post on the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library System's Facebook page, wild turkeys have been on the property in the past, but lately, they have gotten 'a little too insistent' on coming in.

The Trumbull County Grand Jury wasted little time in handing up an indictment against a Masury man who authorities say shot his sister.

35-year-old Terry Luckey was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty in December to charges of tampering with evidence and improperly handling a firearm in a motor vehicle.

A local restaurant and VFW are planning benefit events.

An employee told 21 News it had only been in place for approximately one hour, and no customer information was compromised.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife recently concluded a public comment period on a proposed horizontal drilling project for oil and gas extraction beneath the Zepernick Wildlife Area in Columbiana County.

Police responded to the 1100 Block of Parkwood Drive just after 12:30 a.m. Friday, February 28 when a woman told officers that her husband was breaking items in the home and she wanted him removed.

21 News has contacted YSU officials to inquire about the reasons for the contract termination, the identity of the replacement dining service provider, and whether any Chartwells employees will be offered continued employment.

A Sebring man was transported to a hospital in Alliance after a fire erupted in his basement.

Schneider must forfeit $45,401, the amount prosecutors said she received in bribery payments.

The 43,587-square-foot building was first built in 2002 in honor of former federal judge and Youngstown native Nathaniel R. Jones who retired the same year.

Captain Jason Simon lost his teaching certificate through the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy OPOTA in 2019 after being reported for a sexual relationship with a student while he was teaching at Kent State University's police academy. 

The school made a public announcement Wednesday stating that in-person classes will be discontinued for the community college satellite campus beginning in August 2025.

A Grove City man has been charged after police say he had inappropriate sexual conduct with children and also secretly recorded those children and their mother in their bedrooms.

Police spoke with 38-year-old Steven Dashner on February 18 to discuss allegations of having inappropriate relations with a 17-year-old high school student in Mercer County.

The scene of the accident was being cleared off by 7:15 p.m. It is unknown at this moment the cause of the accident or the condition of either driver.

A two-vehicle crash in Springfield killed a New Middletown woman and a juvenile passenger, and seriously injured a Struthers man Monday night According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol Angela

In 2023, the department spent $895,675 on overtime. Overtime spending was cut nearly in half in 2024, with the department spending $494,054.

Since 2019 over 2.9 million residents of Pennsylvania have obtained a REAL ID driver's license or ID card.

The Brightside Project celebrated the grand opening of its new facility, allowing the nonprofit to expand its food pantry, community programs, and career development opportunities for children and families in Columbiana and Mahoning County.

President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico went into effect Tuesday, putting global markets on edge and setting up costly retaliations by the United States’ North American allies.

The Penguins finish at 12-19 overall under new head coach Melissa Jackson.

Poland Township Fire Department called for mutual aid for a brush fire in the 1600 block of E. Western Reserve Road.

Hoagland Blackstub Road will be closed between State Route 305 and Prince Drive beginning Wednesday, March 12 from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. for an emergency culvert replacement.

Andrew Reedy pled guilty to one count each of aggravated murder and aggravated burglary, both with firearm specifications. He was handed a sentence of 23 years to life in prison on these charges.

According to the letter, these proposed cuts could threaten critical services from her office and other county offices as well.

The estate of David Rathburn donated a $70 million gift to enable the college to increase student and financial aid, fund campus building projects and continue its momentum toward a firmer financial future.

Reports of unsolicited real estate offers are targeting older homeowners and putting their financial well-being and housing security at risk which has resulted in the Ohio Department of Commerce to issue a consumer alert.

The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber has established a 24-member Housing Council to address housing challenges in the Mahoning Valley.

Pymatuning Police stated that Carter admitted to taking the checks to address her personal spending issues.

Brookfield Township Police Chief Aaron Kesiewicz tells 21 News police investigation revealed Janice had been dead since Wednesday and John had spent the following days contemplating suicide.

Republicans in Congress are taking aim at four cities over their policies limiting cooperation with immigration enforcement under Preident Donald Trump's administation.

According to the district, the gun never made it past the front entrance and the weapon was never fired. No students were hurt.

First Responders spent Tuesday morning on the scene of a truck accident along the Ohio Turnpike in Canfield.

With Lenten season comes Valley fish fries beginning Wednesday, March 5 and run through mid-April.

Hermitage police are warning residents, particularly those over 60, about a sharp increase in scams involving cryptocurrency, with victims losing nearly $590,000 in recent months.

An investigation into alleged child pornography has resulted in the secret indictment and arrest of an East Liverpool man on multiple felony charges. T

"We want a family-friendly place," said Jennifer Roth of Hubbard Twp. "We want to live in a community that is not high crime."

The free, family-friendly event will feature vendors and exhibits from local businesses, artisans and environmental organizations.

The special events coordinator for the City of Youngstown has released the schedule of downtown events for March and April 2025.

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will host the second annual Egg Hunt at Eastwood Field on Tuesday, April 15.