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Vienna trustees approve financial recovery plan

Vienna trustees approve financial recovery plan

Trustees plan to meet with the state's fiscal emergency commission on December 30 to see if it was approved by the state. If the plan is denied, trustees will have 30 days to draft a new plan.

21 hrs 43 mins ago by Erin Simonek
What Trump's decision to wade into spending fight tells us about the next 4 years

What Trump's decision to wade into spending fight tells us about the next 4 years

After days of threats and demands, Donald Trump had little to show for it once lawmakers passed a budget deal.

December 21st, 3:41 PM EST
China says US is 'playing with fire' after latest military aid for Taiwan

China says US is 'playing with fire' after latest military aid for Taiwan

The Chinese government is protesting the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning the United States that it is “playing with fire.”.

December 22nd, 12:41 AM EST
Lara Trump says she's removing herself from consideration to be Florida senator

Lara Trump says she's removing herself from consideration to be Florida senator

Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she’s removing herself from consideration to be a Florida senator.

December 21st, 8:11 PM EST
Trump taps 'Apprentice' producer, Mark Burnett, as special envoy to the United Kingdom

Trump taps 'Apprentice' producer, Mark Burnett, as special envoy to the United Kingdom

Mark Burnett, the power producer who helped reintroduce Donald Trump to a national television audience with “The Apprentice,” is being tapped by the president-elect as special envoy to the United Kingdom in his upcoming administration.

December 21st, 4:51 PM EST
Senate review of Supreme Court ethics finds more luxury trips and urges enforceable code of conduct

Senate review of Supreme Court ethics finds more luxury trips and urges enforceable code of conduct

A nearly two-year investigation by Democratic senators of Supreme Court ethics details more luxury travel by Justice Clarence Thomas and urges Congress to establish a way to enforce a new code of conduct.

December 21st, 7:11 AM EST
Shutdown saga exposes new fault lines for Speaker Johnson and tests his grip on the gavel

Shutdown saga exposes new fault lines for Speaker Johnson and tests his grip on the gavel

One of the most turbulent sessions of Congress in the modern era is about to make way for the next one.

December 21st, 2:51 PM EST
Neighborhoods benefit as Youngstown council allocates remaining ARP dollars

Neighborhoods benefit as Youngstown council allocates remaining ARP dollars

"My favorite thing to see is when those dollars are going directly out into non-profit organizations to help them fill the capacity," Turner added.

December 18th, 10:00 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown gives farewell speech on Senate floor

Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown gives farewell speech on Senate floor

Brown spoke on all he's been able to accomplish and gave a call to action to continue to fight for workers.

December 17th, 8:42 PM EST by Derek Steyer
Trumbull County Republican Party rescinds actions against Niki Frenchko

Trumbull County Republican Party rescinds actions against Niki Frenchko

Frenchko tells 21 News she's looking forward to what's in store with the party's new leadership.

December 13th, 4:27 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Two from Valley await word on Trump pardon for January 6 convictions

Two from Valley await word on Trump pardon for January 6 convictions

As President Joseph Biden announces that he is granting clemency to nearly 1,500 people, the most in a single day, two Valley residents are waiting for Donald Trump to take office early next year to see if they’ll get out of prison early.

December 12th, 7:13 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Greenville residents speak out over change in blight committee rule

Greenville residents speak out over change in blight committee rule

Disgruntled residents collected a petition presented to the council Monday with 151 signatures, requesting the change be reverted. 

December 10th, 12:04 AM EST by Erin Simonek
Brookfield trustees narrow down ARP projects

Brookfield trustees narrow down ARP projects

"I think we've hit every part of the township and made some really big investments," Devitz said. "That's going to stretch our dollars in the departments for many more years to come."

December 2nd, 10:26 PM EST by Erin Simonek
YNDC granted $2.54 million to repair, build homes

YNDC granted $2.54 million to repair, build homes

"It's definitely worth a phone call to see if you're eligible or to start looking into it," said Ian Beniston. "I'd encourage everyone to act now to at least start getting information."

November 25th, 9:38 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Gov. Mike DeWine: Process underway to fill VP-elect Vance's U.S. Senate seat as year-end bills circulate

Gov. Mike DeWine: Process underway to fill VP-elect Vance's U.S. Senate seat as year-end bills circulate

DeWine said despite some notable Ohio Republican names floating around as potential picks, only he knows who he's considering to fill the spot once Vance heads to the White House.

November 25th, 7:28 PM EST by Madison Tromler
JD Vance is leaving the Senate for the vice presidency. That's set off a scramble for his Ohio seat

JD Vance is leaving the Senate for the vice presidency. That's set off a scramble for his Ohio seat

JD Vance’s election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio’s U.S. Senate seats for the third time in as many years.

November 22nd, 4:12 AM EST
Ohio Democrat Marcy Kaptur extends tenure as longest-serving woman in US House with election win

Ohio Democrat Marcy Kaptur extends tenure as longest-serving woman in US House with election win

Ohio Democrat Marcy Kaptur has won another term in the U.S. House after defeating a Republican state lawmaker endorsed by President-elect Donald Trump.

November 21st, 4:35 AM EST
No recount needed in Mahoning County prosecutor's race

No recount needed in Mahoning County prosecutor's race

Following a roller coaster of election night results, Republican Lynn Maro came out on top by 818 votes. The final numbers show Democratic Incumbent Gina DeGenova at 53,643 and Republican Lynn Maro sliding in with 54,461. That's 49.62% compared to 50.38%.

November 19th, 9:40 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Republican Jason Stephens, who oversaw historically divided Ohio House, drops bid for speaker

Republican Jason Stephens, who oversaw historically divided Ohio House, drops bid for speaker

Republican Jason Stephens says he won't seek another term as the Ohio House speaker.

November 19th, 5:23 AM EST
Youngstown to seek additional year moratorium on pyrolysis in the city

Youngstown to seek additional year moratorium on pyrolysis in the city

"I believe that the citizens are concerned about it," said Jason Small, Senior Assistant Law Director with the City of Youngstown. "And there needs to be more time for investigation by the Mayor, city council, and all the elements of the city."

November 14th, 4:21 PM EST by Robert McFerren & Erin Simonek
Bazetta Township waiting on auditor to help recover stolen money

Bazetta Township waiting on auditor to help recover stolen money

"We're limiting overtime in both police and fire," he said. "Just because that's what you have to do this time of year and especially with this money that we're missing."

November 12th, 10:38 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Youngstown Symphony Orchestra music director resigns due to 'personal, health and family reasons'

Youngstown Symphony Orchestra music director resigns due to 'personal, health and family reasons'

Sergey Bogza has served as music director since July of 2024.

November 8th, 3:09 PM EST by Zach Mosca
'Sick of political signs', Boardman woman moves signs from neighbor's front yard

'Sick of political signs', Boardman woman moves signs from neighbor's front yard

After acknowledging that she knew it was wrong, she added that was “sick of seeing political signs”

November 8th, 11:05 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Decision 2024: US Senate race in Ohio

Decision 2024: US Senate race in Ohio

Bernie Moreno unseated incumbent Sherrod Brown.

November 6th, 5:07 AM EST by Chris Cerenelli
Decision 2024: Local Presidential Vote

Decision 2024: Local Presidential Vote

Trump won Ohio handily after Harris had a brief early lead.

November 5th, 11:33 PM EST by Chris Cerenelli
Counties in the Mahoning Valley increasing security for election

Counties in the Mahoning Valley increasing security for election

In each county, it's the sheriff's department in the lead for election security. Even so, other police departments are prepared to assist if needed. 

November 5th, 8:22 AM EST by Kaitlyn McCarthy
Top election officials in Ohio and PA give final update

Top election officials in Ohio and PA give final update

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and Secretary of Commonwealth, Al Schmidt both addressed the public to reassure the public about election integrity and preparedness.

November 4th, 4:43 PM EST by Derek Steyer
5@5: Mike Wilson for Trumbull County Sheriff

5@5: Mike Wilson for Trumbull County Sheriff

21 News is your place for politics.

October 31st, 7:28 PM EDT
Voters' Viewpoints: Columbiana County voters weigh in on high stakes election

Voters' Viewpoints: Columbiana County voters weigh in on high stakes election

In the 6th installment of our Voters' Viewpoints series, we talked to people at Riser Tavern on the Links who say they have election fatigue while encouraging others that everything will be ok no matter who wins.

October 31st, 6:45 PM EDT by Derek Steyer
Judge sets hearing on $1M-a-day sweepstakes from Elon Musk PAC helping Donald Trump

Judge sets hearing on $1M-a-day sweepstakes from Elon Musk PAC helping Donald Trump

A Philadelphia judge is set to hold a hearing in the city prosecutor’s bid to shut down Elon Musk’s $1 million-a-day sweepstakes in battleground states.

October 31st, 4:25 AM EDT
Jo Ann Davidson, Ohio's first and only female House speaker, to lie in state at Statehouse

Jo Ann Davidson, Ohio's first and only female House speaker, to lie in state at Statehouse

The late Jo Ann Davidson is set to lie in state at the Ohio Statehouse ahead of a public memorial service.

October 31st, 4:21 AM EDT
Brown & Moreno campaign in Mahoning Valley in last-minute push

Brown & Moreno campaign in Mahoning Valley in last-minute push

Both candidates focused on earning votes in the Mahoning Valley as the race for Senate draws closer.  

October 31st, 4:21 AM EDT by Erin Simonek
Ohio Supreme Court finds attorney general erred in rejecting voting amendment based on title

Ohio Supreme Court finds attorney general erred in rejecting voting amendment based on title

The Ohio Supreme Court has found that Republican Attorney General Dave Yost lacked the authority to reject a voting-related amendment’s ballot petition solely because he objected to the title.

October 31st, 4:20 AM EDT

Mercer County man arrested, charged with rape of child

Niles, Eastwood Mall area experienced 'large power outage' on last full shopping day before Christmas

Bond set for Boardman contractor arrested on domestic violence charges

Flight to Paris stowaway booked in Mahoning County Jail, held on a federal charge

Insight CEO on future of Sharon Regional, Trumbull County hospitals

$500,000 lottery winner from 'Home for the Holidays' scratch-off in Salem

Could there be consequences for children accused of stabbing dog in Youngstown?

Could there be consequences for children accused of stabbing dog in Youngstown?

How to spot misinformation in political ads

Pioneer Cemetery walking tour on Halloween

Coffee for a Cause raises money to help hurricane victims

FCS: YSU at Illinois State press conference

Taqueria El Vaquero opens at Southern Park Mall

The US government is closing a women's prison and other facilities after years of abuse and decay

The US government is closing a women's prison and other facilities after years of abuse and decay

Sightings of bizarre lights in Hubbard sky as New Jersey investigates drones

Prosecutor moves to clear 4 Ohio men convicted in 1991 killing

Penn State wins trademark case over retailer's use of vintage logos, images

Sig Sauer ordered to pay $11 million to Philadelphia man wounded by pistol that went off by itself

Ohio home explosion leaves 2 dead, 1 injured as debris rains down on neighborhood