Local standout commits to Division I college program

Last season she averaged 21.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 5.7 steals per game for the Golden Eagles.

Lindsay McCoy and Kathy DiCristofaro on Trumbull's Democratic Shift

During the midterm, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties were huge targets for candidates, knowing the critical role they would play in the outcome for statewide elections. Trumbull County saw one of the largest democratic movements in the state-- with a 24-percent increase in democratic voters from when Kamala Harris ran for president in 20-24 to Amy Acton's gubernatorial victory in 20-26. Vice Chair of the Trumbull County Democratic Party, Kathy DiCristofaro, is joining me now share what shift she is seeing in the county.

‘Warren’s Millionaires Row’ set for Nov. 24 release

Preorders are now open for “Warren’s Millionaires Row,” the third book by authors Josh Nativio and Trumbull County Historical Society Executive Director Meghan Reed. “Beginning as a path created by Indigenous cultures, Mahoning Avenue or ‘Millionaires Row’ would arguably represent Warren, Ohio, throughout the 19th century more than any other road. … Today, Mahoning Avenue remains the most historically intact neighborhood in the city and would be recognized by any denizen of early-20th-century Warren,” said Arcadia in its book description.

Local dentist office to give veterans free dental care this weekend

The Center for Progressive Dentistry will provide free dental services to local veterans this Saturday in Cortland.

Habitat for Humanity asking for public’s help after theft

Habitat for Humanity is asking for the public's help after a theft at its ReStore in Struthers.

From Nonna’s kitchen to the neighborhood pub: 5 must try Youngstown mom-and-pop joints

Youngstown is a city built on grit, heritage, and an unwavering love for good food. While corporate chains dominate the highways, the true soul of the Mahoning Valley lives on the neighborhood street corners, inside converted houses, and behind the counters of independent, family-run joints. From generational Italian recipes and...

20 Lake to River Tracts Win Opportunity Zone Status in Federal Round

Development officials and community leaders along the Lake to River corridor are preparing to capitalize on last week’s announcement that 20 local census tracts have been designated federal Opportunity Zones, The Business Journal Daily reported Monday. The tracts, in Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties, were among 260 Ohio tracts designated by the U.S. Department […]

Warren vacant lots to be turned into single family homes

Five new single family homes will be built on empty lots in Warren. Two lots on Atlantic Street and three side by side lots on Bonnie Brae Street will each have about 1,400 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The lots on Atlantic used to...

Girard’s All-State lineman named Student Athlete of the Week

Dylan Latell is a First Team All-State lineman with a 92% career blocking percentage

Local veteran awarded new car

STRUTHERS, Ohio (WKBN) — A Navy veteran from Struthers is getting a new set of keys ahead of Veterans Day. Kelsey McDaniel received a 2024 Ford Edge through Progressive Insurance’s “Keys to Progress” program. The company is giving away more than 100 vehicles nationwide to veterans. The goal is to help recipients get to work, […]

Low cost spay and neuter clinic fixes dozens of shelter dogs

Over two dozen dogs are now fixed, vaccinated and ready for adoption at the Healthy Hearts and Paws Project. This is thanks to a partnership between low cost spay and neuter clinic Tails of Hope and the Warren shelter. The entire day at Tails of Hope was focusing on fixing...

Legally Speaking: Landlord responsibilities

Attorney Frank Cassese explained some of the expectations around being a landlord.

Pack Up For This Ohio Town Where Rent Under $750 Still Buys A Great Small-Town Life

A water-powered mill from the 1840s still grinds corn, wheat, and buckwheat here, and you can buy the flour. That alone made me curious. Then I learned the same city has a free art museum with more than 22,000 pieces. Now add the rent. Studio apartments here often average well...

Why AI Could Create More Places Like Youngstown, Ohio

"Youngstown is a symbol for what can happen when America stands idly by as market forces inflict abrupt economic transition on communities," write Todd Jick and Bruce Usher.

Military Bridal Gowns Giveaway

Finding the perfect wedding dress can come with a hefty price tag. But this Veterans Day, one local bridal shop is making that dream a little easier to achieve for the women who serve in uniform. Leslie Huff takes us to Girard, where some brides-to-be got to trade in fatigues for formal wear.

It’s been 1 year since the US stopped minting pennies

Think about the last time you paid with cash. Did you get your exact change back?

Homestead Holidays at The Stone Trough

Water rate increase proposed in Trumbull County

Some Trumbull County residents could see their water rates rise.

WRTA Names Seven Winners of Its 2026 Nonprofit Awards in Youngstown

Seven Mahoning Valley nonprofits will be honored Wednesday night as the Western Reserve Transit Authority announced the winners of its 2026 WRTA Nonprofit Awards on Tuesday. The awards will be presented at a dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the B&O Station Banquet Hall in Youngstown, WRTA said in its announcement. WRTA is the public […]

Letter to Editor: Investing in teachers is investing in the Valley

“It was the greatest professional experience of my career.”. That’s how Josh MacMillan, a Hubbard art teacher with 23 years of experience, described his visit this summer to the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta. Take that in for a moment — after more than two decades in the classroom,...