Boardman trustees ask Ohio Attorney General to investigate Kohan Retail Investment Group over fraudulent activity at Southern Park Mall

Boardman trustees ask Ohio Attorney General to investigate Kohan Retail Investment Group over fraudulent activity at Southern Park Mall

Valley lawmakers are sending a letter to the Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, asking them to investigate Kohan Retail Investment Group for fraudulent activity at the Southern Park Mall. 

2 hrs 57 mins ago by Grace Christopher & Kaitlyn McCarthy
Hyundai, Kia settlement reached over anti-theft standards

Hyundai, Kia settlement reached over anti-theft standards

Hyundai and Kia have agreed to meet industry standards in manufacturing moving forward, a news release from Sunday's office states.

5 hrs 19 mins ago by Tristan Hostetter
Trumbull County woman pleads guilty to grand theft

Trumbull County woman pleads guilty to grand theft

Rachel L. Kennedy, 43, stole lottery tickets, cigarettes and other merchandise totaling over $15,000, according to the Trumbull County Prosecutor's Office.

4 hrs 5 mins ago by Tristan Hostetter
Campbell schools receive $200K grant toward dental, health care students

Campbell schools receive $200K grant toward dental, health care students

Campbell City Schools has been awarded $200,000 from the Delta Dental Foundation to support the Mahoning Valley Wellness and Rehabilitation Center (MVWRC). 

5 hrs 58 mins ago by Tristan Hostetter
'Taken for a Ride': Ohio joins multistate Uber lawsuit

'Taken for a Ride': Ohio joins multistate Uber lawsuit

Ohio has joined a multistate lawsuit against Uber USA, LLC and Uber Technologies, Inc. for alleged deceptive practice.

7 hrs 36 mins ago by Tristan Hostetter
Prosecutors will charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents

Prosecutors will charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents

Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, Los Angeles County prosecutors said Tuesday.

9 hrs 37 mins ago by Associated Press
Mild temperatures for the first time in December

Mild temperatures for the first time in December

A brief, but significant cool down will follow the warmup.

9 hrs 46 mins ago by Eric Wilhelm
MVHS announces holiday hours for Memories of Christmas Past exhibit

MVHS announces holiday hours for Memories of Christmas Past exhibit

The Arms Family Museum will be open on extended hours from noon to 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, as well as Tuesday, December 23.

10 hrs 34 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Counsel in Ursuline civil suit asks court to amend complaint through March

Counsel in Ursuline civil suit asks court to amend complaint through March

The December 16 supplement claims new information is coming in a fast pace and the suit needs

10 hrs 42 mins ago by Robert McFerren
Lisbon ramp to close daily for remainder of 2025 beginning Monday

Lisbon ramp to close daily for remainder of 2025 beginning Monday

The southbound on-ramp from State Route 154 to State Rout 11 in Lisbon will close daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for tree trimming work beginning Monday, December 22.

11 hrs 6 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Village of Washingtonville receives $53,000+ loan for new water storage tank

Village of Washingtonville receives $53,000+ loan for new water storage tank

The village received a total of $53,729.75 at 4.45% for five years for the design of a new 100,000-gallon water storage tank on High Street to replace the existing one, which has exceeded its useful life.

12 hrs 10 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Niles man sentenced to 11-and-a-half years for sexual abuse of 12-year-old girl

Niles man sentenced to 11-and-a-half years for sexual abuse of 12-year-old girl

75-year-old Danny McFadden was sentenced to a total of 11-and-a-half years in prison on 11 counts of gross sexual imposition.

12 hrs 31 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Hubbard couple accused of abandoning nearly a dozen cats after being evicted

Hubbard couple accused of abandoning nearly a dozen cats after being evicted

CONTENT WARNING: This story contains graphic details, which some viewers may find disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.

6 hrs 54 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Suspect in standoff at Niles hotel identified

Suspect in standoff at Niles hotel identified

A police report from Niles PD identified the suspect as 63-year-old Mickel Hall of Warren.

13 hrs 51 mins ago by Sarah Robles & Mike Gauntner
Austintown man secretly indicted on child exploitation charges

Austintown man secretly indicted on child exploitation charges

An Austintown man was arrested Monday by the U.S. Marshals Service following a secret indictment handed up by a Mahoning County grand jury.

14 hrs 15 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Judge denies lower bond for man accused in stabbing at Niles shopping plaza

Judge denies lower bond for man accused in stabbing at Niles shopping plaza

Judge Sarah Kovoor denied this request due to the seriousness of the alleged offense, as well as Kellum's violent criminal history.

14 hrs 24 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Passenger accused of assaulting WRTA bus driver over wait times

Passenger accused of assaulting WRTA bus driver over wait times

The driver described the physical attack as completely unprovoked, noting the passenger said nothing immediately before striking him.

14 hrs 34 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Hermitage police offer reward in decade-old unsolved homicide

Hermitage police offer reward in decade-old unsolved homicide

The Hermitage Police Department announced a cash reward for information regarding the 2015 shooting death of Ralph Kenneth Lloyd. The appeal coincides with the 10th anniversary of the unsolved homicide. Lloyd, 56, was shot at 1:08 a.m. on Dec. 1, 2015, wh

14 hrs 50 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Legislation introduced to protect SSI benefits for disaster victims

Legislation introduced to protect SSI benefits for disaster victims

The Protecting Supplemental Security Income for Disaster Victims Act aims to ensure that SSI recipients don't lose or have their benefits reduced when they receive settlement payments after a disaster.

15 hrs 21 mins ago by Zach Mosca
City of Youngstown lifts snow emergency declaration, parking ban

City of Youngstown lifts snow emergency declaration, parking ban

Crews will still rerun the side streets to make sure no other issues arise.

16 hrs 17 mins ago by Zach Mosca
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October

The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October

The unemployment rate rose to 4.6%, highest since 2021.

16 hrs 31 mins ago
Pittsburgh airport prepares for increased passenger volume

Pittsburgh airport prepares for increased passenger volume

Officials at Pittsburgh International Airport expect a significant increase in passenger traffic during the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s travel period, marking the first major holiday season for the facility’s new terminal. Airlines are s

18 hrs 10 mins ago
Killings of Rob Reiner and his wife stun Hollywood as decision on charges for their son looms

Killings of Rob Reiner and his wife stun Hollywood as decision on charges for their son looms

The killings of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner have left their communities in Hollywood and Democratic politics stunned.

19 hrs 7 mins ago
Leavittsburg woman killed in Interstate 80 crash in Jackson Township

Leavittsburg woman killed in Interstate 80 crash in Jackson Township

A Leavittsburg woman died Monday night after her car, already disabled from an earlier collision with a semi-truck, was struck by another vehicle

14 hrs 54 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Ursuline, diocese deny negligence in lawsuit over student assault allegations

Ursuline, diocese deny negligence in lawsuit over student assault allegations

The response disputed the severity of the girl’s injuries, stating photographs show "no open wounds" or embedded turf pellets.

19 hrs 44 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Suspect in Leetonia teacher’s murder denied motions to suppress evidence

Suspect in Leetonia teacher’s murder denied motions to suppress evidence

A Columbiana County Common Pleas Court judge has ruled that prosecutors may present key evidence obtained from cell phones and a pickup truck in the upcoming trial of the man accused of murdering a Leetonia teacher. Judge Megan Bickerton issued a judgment

19 hrs 53 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Jury selection scheduled for former Girard youth coach facing 19 sex charges

Jury selection scheduled for former Girard youth coach facing 19 sex charges

Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday in the trial of a former youth softball coach facing 19 charges related to sex crimes involving minors. Shane Genetta, 40, of Girard, is to appear before Judge Cynthia Westcott Rice in Trumbull County Common Pl

20 hrs 10 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Thawing out throughout the second half of the week

Thawing out throughout the second half of the week

It took 15 days, but finally temperatures rise above the average

20 hrs 7 mins ago by Andrew DiPaolo
Powerball jackpot grows to $1.25 billion for Wednesday drawing

Powerball jackpot grows to $1.25 billion for Wednesday drawing

Viewers can watch the next drawing live on 21 News at 11.

20 hrs 54 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Bazetta Township receives $89,000 following court battle over stolen funds

Bazetta Township receives $89,000 following court battle over stolen funds

The case centered on a 2024 cyber scam in which hackers compromised the township's fiscal officer’s email account.

21 hrs 5 mins ago by Mike Gauntner
Cub Scout Pack in Columbiana share, celebrate 'International Peace Light'

Cub Scout Pack in Columbiana share, celebrate 'International Peace Light'

According to a release outlining the event, the Peace Light is a small flame that originates from the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, shared worldwide as a symbol of peace, hope and goodwill.

December 16th, 1:03 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Two Valley schools host annual gift exchange to help each other's communities

Two Valley schools host annual gift exchange to help each other's communities

Students within both the Crestview Local School District and the Springfield Local School District hold a friendly competition to donate items to each other's community.

December 16th, 12:46 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Youngstown CityScape hosts holiday-themed evergreen pot decorating

Youngstown CityScape hosts holiday-themed evergreen pot decorating

"We decided this year that people want experiences. So, we thought we'll do a little class... and let everyone decorate their pot," said Sharon Letson, Executive Director at Youngstown CityScape.

December 16th, 12:24 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Cleveland Clinic presents first phase findings of breast cancer vaccine clinical trials

Cleveland Clinic presents first phase findings of breast cancer vaccine clinical trials

Results from the study team show that the investigational vaccine produced an immune response in the majority of participants, totaling 74%.

December 16th, 12:01 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Eleven felony charges filed in alleged connection to possible Masury cat abandonment

Eleven felony charges filed in alleged connection to possible Masury cat abandonment

According to Trumbull County Eastern District Court records, eleven felony charges have been filed against two people in alleged connection with a possible cat abandonment in Masury in early December 2025.

December 15th, 10:54 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Downtown Youngstown shoe store closes, owner thanks community

Downtown Youngstown shoe store closes, owner thanks community

Andrew Murphy, owner of Youngstown Kicks, confirmed with 21 News that he had made the difficult decision to close his doors on November 8, 2025.

December 15th, 9:42 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Driver flees scene, road closed following crash on Interstate 680 near Youngstown

Driver flees scene, road closed following crash on Interstate 680 near Youngstown

When firefighters arrived, they told 21 News that the driver of a crashed vehicle on the bridge was nowhere to be found.

December 15th, 11:32 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Parents upset by 'misleading' holiday giveaways in Youngstown, Newton Falls

Parents upset by 'misleading' holiday giveaways in Youngstown, Newton Falls

Parents told 21 News the environment at the Toy Fest felt disorganized and chaotic, and from their perspective, it appeared that the vast majority of children in attendance did not receive toys. 

December 15th, 8:09 PM EST by Ally Ross
Foreclosure notice filed against The Hot Dog Shoppe in East Liverpool

Foreclosure notice filed against The Hot Dog Shoppe in East Liverpool

The Hot Dog Shoppe in East Liverpool, previously owned by Ray Trevelline, has been foreclosed on by Columbiana County.

15 hrs 29 mins ago by Leslie Huff
Youngstown native Bob Stoops announces retirement from coaching

Youngstown native Bob Stoops announces retirement from coaching

Stoops is retiring as head coach of the United Football League's Dallas Renegades.

December 15th, 5:17 PM EST by Brittany Bissell
A midweek warming trend, but a frigid Friday on tap

A midweek warming trend, but a frigid Friday on tap

Readings will finally be warmer-than-average by Wednesday and Thursday.

December 15th, 4:16 PM EST by Eric Wilhelm
Youngstown officer placed on leave after FBI search identified

Youngstown officer placed on leave after FBI search identified

Detective Sergeant Jessica Shields was placed on paid administrative leave until further notice following a search warrant executed by the FBI on Thursday, December 11.

December 15th, 3:42 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County hosts food drive

Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County hosts food drive

You can drop off any non-perishable food items at any PLYMC branch during regular business hours or the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry at Via Mount Carmel in Youngstown during its normal distribution hours.

December 15th, 3:35 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Local church donates to 'Columbiana Project Playground' initiative

Local church donates to 'Columbiana Project Playground' initiative

Upper Room Fellowship donated $25,000 to the community-driven initiative, which aims to build an inclusive playground for children of all abilities to enjoy.

December 15th, 1:00 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Lawsuit: Norfolk Southern's profits barely hit by East Palestine derailment settlement

Lawsuit: Norfolk Southern's profits barely hit by East Palestine derailment settlement

'While the people of East Palestine and the surrounding area continue to suffer, Norfolk [Southern] only 'suffered' 18 days' worth of lost revenue to compensate the people,' the suit reads.

December 15th, 12:19 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Energy drink maker reaches $3M settlement over preservative labeling

Energy drink maker reaches $3M settlement over preservative labeling

ZOA Energy has agreed to a $3 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging the company misled consumers by labeling its energy drinks as containing "0 Preservatives." The lawsuit, filed in federal court in California, claimed the labeling

December 15th, 11:56 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Police: Intruder in ski mask points gun at tenant in YSU apartment

Police: Intruder in ski mask points gun at tenant in YSU apartment

The tenant said the intruder was wearing a ski mask and a dark, puffy jacket and that he could tell by the intruder's body movements that he was a male.

December 15th, 10:02 AM EST by Zach Mosca
Family member questioned after Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles, AP source says

Family member questioned after Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles, AP source says

Detectives with the Robbery Homicide Division were investigating an “apparent homicide” at Reiner’s home, said Capt. Mike Bland with the Los Angeles Police Department.

December 15th, 9:56 AM EST
Mahoning, Trumbull County agencies receive traffic safety grants

Mahoning, Trumbull County agencies receive traffic safety grants

The grants will support a wide range of initiatives, including impaired driving and selective traffic enforcement, county OVI task forces, safe community programs, summer holiday enforcement programs and more.

December 15th, 9:47 AM EST by Zach Mosca
Attorneys say East Palestine settlement administrator outsourced claims to India

Attorneys say East Palestine settlement administrator outsourced claims to India

Attorneys representing victims of the East Palestine train derailment have filed court documents accusing the former settlement administrator of outsourcing claims processing to India without oversight.

December 15th, 6:07 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Cleveland Clinic doctor offers advice on preventing frostbite during polar vortex

Cleveland Clinic doctor offers advice on preventing frostbite during polar vortex

As a polar vortex moves across the United States and temperatures drop, health experts are warning residents about the increased risk of frostbite. Dr. Carole Parsons, an emergency medicine physician at the Cleveland Clinic, said the condition typically o

December 15th, 5:35 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Powerball jackpot reaches $1.1 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing on 21 News

Powerball jackpot reaches $1.1 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing on 21 News

Viewers can watch the winning numbers being drawn on 21 News at 11

December 15th, 5:19 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Frigid temperatures and snow prompt school delays and parking bans

Frigid temperatures and snow prompt school delays and parking bans

Commuters in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys face a cold start to the work week on Monday, as light snow and single-digit temperatures have prompted parking bans and widespread school schedule changes.

December 15th, 5:23 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ursuline defense seeks limits on publicity in hazing lawsuit

Ursuline defense seeks limits on publicity in hazing lawsuit

Attorneys representing Ursuline High School and the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown are seeking court intervention to limit public statements about a federal hazing lawsuit, citing concerns over social media posts by the legal team representing the former

December 15th, 4:53 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Weather-related closures and cancellations: Dec. 14 and Dec. 15, 2025

Weather-related closures and cancellations: Dec. 14 and Dec. 15, 2025

This story will be updated with any information on church or event cancellations for Sunday or Monday in the area.

December 14th, 10:22 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter & Sarah Robles
City of Niles implements emergency overnight parking ban

City of Niles implements emergency overnight parking ban

According to the alert notification, the ban will be in effect on all city roads from 8 p.m. on Sunday to 11 a.m. on Monday.

December 14th, 7:01 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Trumbull County animal shelter in need of homes for over 120 dogs

Trumbull County animal shelter in need of homes for over 120 dogs

The Healthy Hearts and Paws Project told 21 News that they have over 120 dogs in need of a new home as of December 2025.

December 14th, 3:50 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Willard PK-8 School opened the first Warren City School Pantry in 2018.

December 14th, 3:08 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter & Ally Ross
Boardman church holds its last Advent Lessons & Carol service

Boardman church holds its last Advent Lessons & Carol service

The service consisted of scripture and singing Advent Carols ahead of Christmas.

December 14th, 1:05 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Snow emergency parking ban declared in Youngstown

Snow emergency parking ban declared in Youngstown

A snow emergency is effective beginning at midnight on Monday, Dec. 15, until further notice. 

December 15th, 5:43 AM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Nine-foot menorah lights up JCC in Youngstown

Nine-foot menorah lights up JCC in Youngstown

Hanukkah began at sundown on Sunday, Dec. 14.

December 15th, 6:13 AM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Possible armed intrusion at YSU's Edge housing

Possible armed intrusion at YSU's Edge housing

The cause of the intrusion or whether anyone else was involved is unknown as of Sunday morning.

December 14th, 11:12 AM EST by Tristan Hostetter
PennDOT reduces interstate speed limits in Mercer County due to weather

PennDOT reduces interstate speed limits in Mercer County due to weather

Due to winter weather continuing to impact the region, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has temporarily reduced the speed limit on I-79 and I-80 in Mercer County, PennDOT said in a Saturday afternoon news release.

December 14th, 10:51 AM EST by Tristan Hostetter

Trump will award medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in an Oval Office ceremony

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San Diego considers $30 million settlement in police-involved shooting death of Black teen

National Park Service drops free admission on MLK Day, Juneteenth while adding Trump's birthday

Sheriff hunting for the last of 3 inmates who escaped from a Louisiana jail

California officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak

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Nicaraguans celebrate Virgin Mary in Miami despite fears at home and in US