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Columbiana County Tea Party
If the large crowd that showed up Friday night in Hanoverton was any indication, there may be a lot people out there unhappy with the way the country is being run. The event was billed as a "Boston Tea Party." And like its name-sake, Friday night's gathering was a protest.
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Youngstown Air Force Reserve Unit to Kill Mosquitos in N.D.
A Youngstown Air Force Reserve unit charged with controlling mosquitoes during wartime is using bug-bitten North Dakota as a practice ground again this summer.
Mother Nature Rains on Trumbull County Fair
Mother nature is not cooperating with the Trumbull County Fair once again.
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Woman Who had Squirrel in Top Talks
Many of us have seen her, but we didn't know her name or anything about her. Yet the video has been watched by millions of people around the world. We're talking about the woman taped in an interview room at the Warren Police Department. The woman who, during that interview, had a squirrel pop out of her shirt.
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GNG: A Special Trumbull County Fair for Local Girl
For the past few days, kids of all ages got a chance to show their animals at the Trumbull County Fair. Video Video
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Fireworks Sale Helps Ex-prisoner Rebuild Lives
Prisoners can often get a bad rap, but one local ex-prisoner is devoting his life to helping those behind bars rebuild their lives. His idea is causing a big bang in Lawrence County. Video Video
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Ohio's First Swine Flu Death
The Ohio State Health Department confirms the state's first swine flu death. The man, in his 40's, was from Butler County.
YSU Professor on Forum Union Filing
YSU Working Class Studies professor John Russo says it's important to keep in mind tentative agreements are just that -- tentative.
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Local Pharmacist Accused of Stealing Painkillers
A local pharmacist pleads not guilty to theft and drug charges.
Forum Health CEO Talks About Recent Court Filings
The man at the top of Forum Health still believes a deal can be reached with it's nurses' union -- even though another deal was rejected earlier this week -- and then the hospital system went to a Bankruptcy Judge to get out from under its existing contracts. Video Video
Our video showing a squirrel popping out of a woman's shirt has gained world-wide attention, and Thursday a crew working for True TV was in Warren interviewing the detective who handled that case.
A newspaper carrier arrested after exposing himself and for drug use.
Fireworks in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Mercer Counties
The Trumbull County sheriff's department is filing charges against a Gustavus Township man in connection with the electrocution death in Kinsman.
Forum Health asks a bankruptcy judge to toss out two union contracts.
The Niles parade has become somewhat of a tradition for people in Trumbull County.
It's not every day a local company is featured on national television, but this one should come as no surprise with the Fourth of July this weekend. Zambelli Fireworks, a staple in New Castle since 1893, will be featured all weekend on the National Geographic Channel.
A former Warren man who plead guilty in April for his role in a 30-year-old murder case is now asking the court for shock parole.
The people of Warren had been warned. Unless the city's policemen agreed to still further concessions, there would be more layoffs in the police department. Wednesday, notices were sent out to eight cops. Effective July 19, they'll be gone. So what effect will this have on the city? And how are the people reacting?
The case of an 11 year old Lawrence County boy accused of killing his father's pregnant girlfriend was back in court Thursday. Jordan Brown's lawyers are hoping to have the case thrown out, but the prosecution isn't backing down.
Youngstown's Board of Control approved plans to purchase approximately 150-acres on the north side. The land would be turned over to V&M if it goes through with plans for a multi-million dollar project, creating hundreds of jobs for the area.
Gerberry says his measure recently was passed-out of committee. He hopes to see it approved later this summer.
Longtime 7th District Appeals Court Judge Gene Donofrio was one of those chosen recently by a special advisory committee from southern Ohio.
As part of Governor Strickland's proposed budget, public libraries could be forced to cut staff and reduce hours, but libraries are not the only agencies now fearing the axe.
Even though Ohio is currently operating under a temporary budget, Governor Strickland feels confident a new two-year budget will be passed. But as the battle continues, local lawmakers say they are frustrated over the stalemate.
The Governor admits his proposed biennium budget will mean some painful cuts in many programs and departments around the state.
Americans are getting bigger, and according to a new report, Ohio has made the top ten list of the highest percent of obese adults. So what is causing America's waistline to continue to grow?
Every Ohio driver will now see an increase in auto title fees.
It's the video making waves across the country, and you saw it here first.
There is a setback for Forum Health as creditors deny the health care system's request for an extension.
Eight police officers in the city of Warren are getting pink slips, as cuts to the city's safety services continue.
Will charges against a Lawrence County boy, accused of a brutal double murder, be dropped? That's what his attorneys are asking for.
Less than a week has passed since Michael Jackson's death, but fans around the world are still celebrating his legacy. That includes right here in Youngstown.
The city of Salem is still reeling after the loss of one of their star athletes.
Norris Mills claims to be responsible for a double homicide two-years ago, but Mills admitted to other crimes before that proved to be false. This time, though, police had Mills's statement and a polygraph.
A big change took effect Wednesday on Ohio's highways. The speed limit for semi-trucks increased from 55 to 65 miles per hour. One group that's pleased with the change are the truckers, but others have their doubts about a single speed limit.
Are changes needed for some of our most popular forms of pain relievers and other over-the-counter products? Experts say tens of thousands are overdosing themselves to the point of having to go to the emergency room for treatment.
Earlier this year, Governor Ted Strickland proposed sweeping changes in public education, as well as new funding methods that would be less reliant on local property taxes.
Salem High School has grief counselors on hand to help students and friends of Dustin Huffman deal with his tragic death.
Several downtown Warren offices were evacuated after a suitcase was found in front of the Trumbull Art Gallery.
Buying a Hyundai will guarantee you cheap gas; at least for a year.
Boardman will be home to Michael Alberini's Restaurant soon.
One good decision leads to some big bucks for a Warren woman. She came within one number of winning $81-million in Friday's Mega Millions drawing.
The latest now as Warren residents continue their fight against gas wells being drilled in their neighborhood.
Through the concern of neighbors, a Youngstown woman is now getting a new roof on her home.
The funeral for Edna Pincham will be held this Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Third Baptist Church in Youngstown.
Heading into the July 4 holidays, Northeast Ohio motorists will be paying 7.7 cents less per a gallon of gas.
The Trumbull County Fair has become a long-standing tradition for one Valley family.
Michael Jackson fans can take part in a tribute to the King of Pop at an event planned for Wednesday night in Youngstown.
The Youngstown City School Board closed the books Tuesday night on its fiscal year and is now looking at ways to save money next year. One idea is to cut back on transportation costs.