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True TV Meets Detective Mackey and the Squirrel 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.

Local Newspaper Carrier Exposes Himself to Children A newspaper carrier arrested after exposing himself and for drug use.

Area Fireworks Displays Fireworks in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Mercer Counties

Charges Filed in Connection with Electrocution Death The Trumbull County sheriff's department is filing charges against a Gustavus Township man in connection with the electrocution death in Kinsman.

Forum Asks Judge to Throw Out Labor Contracts Forum Health asks a bankruptcy judge to toss out two union contracts.

Valley Families Stay Home Fourth of July Weekend The Niles parade has become somewhat of a tradition for people in Trumbull County.

Zambelli Fireworks Featured on National TV 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.

Warren Man Asks for Shock Parole 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.

Reaction to Possibility of More Warren Cop Layoffs 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?

11-year-old Jordan Brown Back in Court 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 to Buy Land for V&M Star 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 Pushes Qualifications Bill for Sheriffs Gerberry says his measure recently was passed-out of committee. He hopes to see it approved later this summer.

Judge Donofrio in Final "3" for Federal Bench Longtime 7th District Appeals Court Judge Gene Donofrio was one of those chosen recently by a special advisory committee from southern Ohio.

Local Agencies Fear Budget Cuts 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.

Local Lawmakers Claim Politics Behind Budget Stalemate 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.

Strickland Defends Budget Gambling Proposal The Governor admits his proposed biennium budget will mean some painful cuts in many programs and departments around the state.

Ohio is Obese 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?

Increase in Ohio Auto Title Fees Every Ohio driver will now see an increase in auto title fees.

CNN and the Squirrel It's the video making waves across the country, and you saw it here first.

Setback for Forum Health There is a setback for Forum Health as creditors deny the health care system's request for an extension.

Layoffs for Warren Police Officers Eight police officers in the city of Warren are getting pink slips, as cuts to the city's safety services continue.

Hearing Set for Boy Accused of Double Murder Will charges against a Lawrence County boy, accused of a brutal double murder, be dropped? That's what his attorneys are asking for.

Michael Jackson Tribute in Youngstown 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.

Salem Student Passes Away The city of Salem is still reeling after the loss of one of their star athletes.

Man Admits to Double Homicide 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.

Truck Speed Limit Raised to 65 in Ohio 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.

Could FDA Tighten Regs on Acetaminophen? 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.

OEA President Confident State Budget will be Approved 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.

Grief Counselors On Hand at Salem High School Salem High School has grief counselors on hand to help students and friends of Dustin Huffman deal with his tragic death.

Suitcase Leads to Bomb Squad Call Several downtown Warren offices were evacuated after a suitcase was found in front of the Trumbull Art Gallery.

Hyundai $1.49 Gas Offer Buying a Hyundai will guarantee you cheap gas; at least for a year.

Alberini's Coming to Boardman Boardman will be home to Michael Alberini's Restaurant soon.

Local Mega Millions Lotto Winner 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.

Warren Gas Well Fight Continues The latest now as Warren residents continue their fight against gas wells being drilled in their neighborhood.

A True Example of "Love Thy Neighbor" Through the concern of neighbors, a Youngstown woman is now getting a new roof on her home.

Saying Goodbye to Edna Pincham The funeral for Edna Pincham will be held this Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Third Baptist Church in Youngstown.

Northeast Ohio Gas Prices Drop Heading into the July 4 holidays, Northeast Ohio motorists will be paying 7.7 cents less per a gallon of gas.

4th Generation Fair Family The Trumbull County Fair has become a long-standing tradition for one Valley family.

Local Tribute Planned for Michael Jackson Michael Jackson fans can take part in a tribute to the King of Pop at an event planned for Wednesday night in Youngstown.

Youngstown Schools Looking at Ways to Save Money 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.