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SNAP benefits to continue after judges order Trump administration to use emergency fund

Two federal courts have ordered the Trump administration to continue paying out food benefits during the government shutdown, directing officials to draw from backup funding…

Carroll County

Ohio to provide $25 million in emergency food assistance amid SNAP uncertainty

Gov. Mike DeWine announced Thursday that Ohio will provide up to $25 million in emergency food assistance to help families who could be affected by a possible suspension of…

Carroll County

Local food pantries ready to help if SNAP benefits end. Here’s a list

With federal SNAP benefits potentially ending Friday, food pantries across Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas counties are preparing to help families who may suddenly find themselves…

State News

Multiple horses found dead, believed to be starved to death in Columbiana County

The Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after four horse skeletons were found in a barn along State Route 45 at the Pure Gold Equine Facility. Deputies said the…

State News

Ohio AG seeks to dissolve Columbiana County nonprofit accused of issuing ‘blank check’ to board president

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit seeking to dissolve a Columbiana County nonprofit accused of misusing charitable funds and allowing its board president to live…

Carroll County

Playoff push: Here’s where local football teams stand heading into the final week

With just one week left in the regular season, the playoff picture is tightening across Ohio as high school football teams prepare for the first postseason under the OHSAA’s new…

State News

Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper killed after cruiser struck by semi in Canfield

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton of the Canfield Post, who was killed Thursday after his cruiser was struck by a semi-truck on…

State News

One dead in Saturday crash on State Route 172 in Columbiana County

A two-vehicle crash Saturday evening in Columbiana County left one person dead on State Route 172, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Lisbon Post. Troopers said the…

State News

Driver killed in fiery crash on SR 644 in Columbiana County

A driver was killed Wednesday night when their vehicle crashed and caught fire along state Route 644 in Columbiana County. The Ohio State Highway Patrol said the crash happened at…

National News

Stark Co. man wanted on multiple felonies arrested after chase crosses into West Virginia

A Massillon man wanted on a long list of felony charges was arrested Sunday evening after a police chase that began in Columbiana County and ended across the state line in…

State News

Photos: Take a look inside United Local’s new K-12 school

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Columbiana County man wins $1 million on Ohio Lottery scratch-off

A Columbiana County man has claimed a $1 million prize from an Ohio Lottery scratch-off ticket. The Leetonia resident won the top prize on a $30 Royal Riches scratch-off game,…

State News

Weekend motorcycle crash kills 20-year-old in Columbiana County

A 20-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash early Saturday in Columbiana County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers from the Lisbon Post said the crash…

Carroll County

Jordan Miller launches JMN App to expand access to local news

Independent journalist Jordan Miller has officially launched the JMN App, a mobile platform designed to deliver real-time news updates directly to users’ smartphones. The free…

State News

Pregnant woman, unborn child killed in Columbiana Co. incident; charges expected

A pregnant woman and her unborn child were killed Saturday after being struck by a car during a domestic dispute near the Broadway Wharf in East Liverpool, authorities said.…

Stark County

Authorities: Stark Co. hospital chaplain found with thousands of child sex abuse images

A Beloit man identified by authorities as a hospital chaplain has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to child sexual abuse material following a law enforcement…

Sports

West Branch leaders under fire after texts threaten: ‘It will all come out’ if coach speaks

Newly uncovered text messages between West Branch Superintendent Micki Egli and Board President Mikki Kanagy are sparking fresh controversy over the school district’s handling of…

State News

FedEx driver hospitalized after armed robbery in Columbiana County

A FedEx driver was hospitalized Tuesday afternoon after being injured during an armed robbery in Columbiana County, according to the sheriff’s office. The incident occurred around…

State News

Suspect arrested after Thursday evening shooting in Columbiana County town

One person was injured and a suspect was taken into custody Thursday evening following a shooting in East Liverpool. Police were called to the intersection of Eutaw and Montrose…

Carroll County

Driver killed, identified in semi-truck crash on U.S. 30 in Columbiana County

A New Jersey man was killed early Wednesday morning in a one-vehicle crash on U.S. Route 30 in Columbiana County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers from the…