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Warren man to exhibit his REO Speedwagon at REO Speedwagon concert

Rock fans know all about the hit-making act REO Speedwagon.


Most Youngstown crimes up slightly in 2015, but offset by reduced burglaries

Although almost all crime categories showed slight increases in 2015, statistics show a decrease in burglaries has given the city a reduced crime rate overall for the second straight year.


Strollo Architects suing Youngstown Diocese for breach of contract

An architectural firm has filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, saying the firm was improperly denied payment for its design services for a new Cardinal Mooney High School building, which was never built.


Inspiring Minds executive director on leave after criminal charges files

The executive director of Inspiring Minds Youngstown faces numerous criminal charges, and the organization has appointed an interim director to guide the results-based youth organization.


New spot spells success for Mr. Darby's Antique Mall

Just a few weeks after moving to a location in the township, the owner of Mr. Darby’s Antique Mall is astounded by the positive response from customers.


Sanders wins Wisconsin Democratic primary, but still lags Clinton's delegate count

Bernie Sanders has won the Democratic presidential primary in Wisconsin. It’s the Vermont senator’s sixth straight win over front-runner Hillary Clinton in recent weeks.


Cruz bests Trump in Wisconsin primary

Ted Cruz wins the Republican presidential primary in Wisconsin, a victory for the Texas senator over front-runner Donald Trump that slows the billionaire businessman’s bid to win the GOP nomination outright.


Cruz, Sanders leading in Wisconsin primary as polls closed tonight

Republican Ted Cruz and Democrat Bernie Sanders were leading in the Wisconsin primary as polls closed Tuesday night, with both candidates looking to emerge from the Midwestern battleground with new momentum as they pursue front-runners Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.


In Wiscosin primary, voters say Trump inspires most excitement – and most fear

Wisconsin GOP primary voters say a potential Donald Trump presidency inspires both more excitement— and more fear— than his remaining Republican rivals.


Judge: Porsche not at fault in crash that killed actor Paul Walker

Judge: Porsche not a fault in crash that killed actor Paul Walker


Mahoning Valley Dems criticize Kasich's lack of supporting local governments

Mahoning Valley Dems criticize Kasich's lack of supporting local governments


Man charged with leaving baby in car at strip club

Man charged with leaving baby in car at strip club


Master potter to have presentation Wednesday at PSU-Shenango

Master potter to have presentation Wednesday at PSU-Shenango


Bill to make Bible Tennessee's state book heads to governor

Bill to make Bible Tennessee's state book heads to governor


Trump proposes funding wall by cutting off remittances

Trump proposes funding wall by cutting off remittances


Capital One makes big contribution to downtown YMCA renovation

Capital One makes big contribution to downtown YMCA renovation


Ohio House Dems offer paid medical-leave legislation

Ohio House Dems offer paid medical-leave legislation


Ohio Supreme Court hears appeal from condemned serial killer

Ohio Supreme Court hears appeal from condemned serial killer


Police: Aunt kept toddler in closet before killing her

Police: Aunt kept toddler in closet before killing her


Struthers investigate weekend theft of gun

Struthers investigate weekend theft of gun


Mississippi governor signs laws allowing service denial to gays

Mississippi governor signs laws allowing service denial to gays


Cocca: Soup kitchen project goes on without Second Harvest

Cocca: Soup kitchen project goes on without Second Harvest


Puerto Rico Senate approves debt moratorium amid financial crisis

Puerto Rico Senate approves debt moratorium amid financial crisis


Minister convicted in $5 million tax scam

Minister convicted in $5 million tax scam


Suspect in Sunday homicide arrested on probation violation

Suspect in Sunday homicide arrested on probation violation


Ford to build small-car factory in Mexico, adding 2,800 jobs

Ford to build small-car factory in Mexico, adding 2,800 jobs


Man faces charges after traffic stop yields drugs

Man faces charges after traffic stop yields drugs


More food taken from Hilton Avenue home

More food taken from Hilton Avenue home


Valley Democratic lawmakers to address Kasich's state of state address

Valley Democratic lawmakers to address Kasich's state of state address


Election board kicks Hughes off the ballot for sheriff

Election board kicks Hughes off the ballot for sheriff


Architects sue Diocese of Youngstown over Mooney design plan payment

Architects sue Diocese of Youngstown over Mooney design plan payment


Detroit Homecoming speaker in Warren on Wednesday

Detroit Homecoming speaker in Warren on Wednesday


REUNIONS

REUNIONS


SUPER ’NOVA

Jenkins makes final shot to win championship


Organist booked for Stambaugh

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Renowned organist David Enlow will come to Stambaugh Auditorium on May


New show is looking for ‘America’s Greatest Makers’ Intel chief chips in

By RYAN NAKASHIMA AP Business Writer LOS ANGELES Taking a page from Donald Trump’s playbook,


Percussion ensemble at Spotlight

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Percussion Ensemble, under the direction


Cold-weather protest, indoor protestations flare Monday regarding Vienna hunting preserve

An hour of sign-waving and chanting protesters standing out in the cold was followed by more conservative protestations inside the Vienna Township hall by township residents


Makeup set for Tuesday afternoon

Mother Nature shuts down Indians opener Makeup set for this afternoon Associated


Penguins shuffling up front

As injuries take toll, offensive linemen are trying new positions


YSU’s most-veteran coach exudes joy

Golf mentor began career in 1984


Child Abuse Prevention Month launched

1,379 pinwheels were planted in Boardman Park to launch National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month.


Trustees will have to decide a zoning change with opposing recommendations

A 28-year-old decision is back up for debate for zoning classification for Green Leaf Landscape Supply


Next big 3 hope to solve major problem

Johnson, Stenson and Fowler have come close Associated Press AUGUSTA, GA. The modern “Big


U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan wants to increase the number of special forces in the Middle East

The congressman returned from a week-long visit to the Middle East


Couple celebrates life

Ella Peterson underwent a liver transplant in 2008


Falls Family Care, ONE Health Ohio’s sixth site, accepting patients

Falls Family Care, ONE Health Ohio’s sixth site, accepting patients


Two YSU students among Goldwater Scholars

Two YSU as Goldwater Scholars is a first for the university


Meeting on MetroParks draws crowd of 100

Former park leaders speak out in opposition to recent MetroParks events


YEARS AGO

YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, April 5, the 96th day of 2016. There are 270 days left in the year.


Racism thrived in America before the dawn of political correctness

Opinion: By Aimee Liu Los Angeles Times Today it’s popular to say that political correctness is


Ramos booked

Ramos booked YOUNGSTOWN Luis Cruz Ramos, 30, who was shot Friday in the leg by a member of the


Mahoning Valley Race Course

MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $10,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, CLM $5,000 2 Dixie Brew (Nunez,


Calif., NY enact gradual rise to $15 minimum wage

Associated Press LOS ANGELES California and New York acted Monday to gradually push their


Storm clouds linger over Mill Creek MetroParks

Editorial: Less than a month after Mill Creek MetroParks’ boss and the board of commissioners were harshly


SPORTS digest

Scrappers promotion honors military heroes NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will honor those


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.40—.23 Aqua America, .71


No guns at ‘The Q’ for GOP

Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Reason has prevailed! Guns will not be


Live musical performances on television shows this week include:

Live musical performances on television shows this week include: v Fifth Harmony: Tonight on


Preps

Preps MONDAY’s RESULTS TENNIS WEST BRANCH 5, UNITED 0 Singles: Marshall Ney (WB) def. Tucker


Worker at glass plant killed when tank collapses

Associated Press LANCASTER, Ohio A worker at a central Ohio glass manufacturing plant has died


Protect yourself: first seasonal sun exposure

Mayo Clinic News Network The first seasonal exposure to the sun can be exciting. However, it also


Complaints rise even as more US flights are arriving on time

Associated Press DALLAS More U.S. flights are arriving on time and airlines are losing fewer


D&E changes name to Alta Care Group

D&E changes name to Alta Care Group YOUNGSTOWN D&E Counseling, 711 Belmont Ave., has changed its


A guide for aging well in every decade of your life Living LONGER

By Howard Cohen Miami Herald (TNS) The title of a popular James Bond movie: “You Only Live


High court bolsters political influence of Latino Americans

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court unanimously endorsed election maps that bolster


Martinsville giving new stars chance to shine

Although Kyle Busch swept the two national races at Martinsville Speedway over the weekend, the tricky Virginia track gave other drivers a chance to shine and show their improvement.


Alaska Air buys Virgin America

Associated Press NEW YORK Virgin America has loyal passengers who love the airline’s cool vibe


Yoga classes

Yoga classes WARREN Beginning yoga classes are from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. or 7 to 8:15 p.m. on


COURTS

COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick S. Bundy, 37, of 64 Grimm Heights Ave.,


Freese re-igniting career in Pittsburgh

Cardinals’ 2011 World Series hero looks for a fresh start


Man faces charges for killing witness

Associated Press PITTSBURGH A heroin trafficking suspect has been charged with killing a


Officials discuss whether indicted Warren auditor can or should be removed from office

Dan Polivka, Trumbull County Democratic Party chairman willing to wait for the legal process to play out before Warren Auditor Anthony Natale faces questions about whether he should be removed from office.


NOTICES

NOTICES BASEBALL Tri-T — is hosting a Mother’s Day Weekend Tournament May 6-8 at McCune Park in


EU begins sending migrants in Greece back to Turkey

Associated Press ATHENS, Greece A controversial European Union plan to stem the flow of refugees


O’Neal, Yao lead group elected into Hall of Fame

Iverson knows he still won’t be able to shake his infamous rant about practice.


NBA mystery: Will Spurs try to foil Warriors bid for history?

Golden State pursuing NBA record of 73 wins


Heart disease in black women

Heart disease in black women PITTSBURGH Middle-aged black women have higher levels of a protein


Trump, Cruz make final pitches to win key Wisconsin primary

Associated Press MILWAUKEE After Donald Trump’s toughest stretch of the campaign, he and Ted


Top airlines

top airlines An aviation dean and a marketing professor ranked the 13 largest U.S. airlines after


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Crestview school board, public meeting to interview superintendent candidates, 6


2 OVI arrests

2 OVI arrests BOARDMAN Township police made two impaired-driving arrests over the weekend.


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital William and Kelly Pitoscia, Hubbard, boy, April 3. ST.


Pirates to extend Polanco’s contract

Five-year deal would add $35 million in guaranteed money


Unprecedented: Connecticut nears its 4th consecutive championship

Auriemma could top Wooden in crowns


oddly enough

oddly enough Chihuahua leads police on chase across Bay Bridge SAN FRANCISCO A Chihuahua is


Thursday

Thursday vThe Masters. TV: ESPN, 3 p.m. (rebroadcast at 8 p.m.)


A 20-year-old man led police on a chase through Youngstown’s South Side

He has a lengthy list of outstanding warrants


Warren Township police checking to see if Monday homicide is related to earlier killing

Warren Township police say they are investigating whether a homicide at the J&L Lounge is related to a 2009 killing in Warren


Drone company plans to drop blood, medicine in Rwanda

Associated Press LOS ANGELES Drone delivery might be years away in the U.S., but it’s becoming a


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Authors of kids books seek repeal of NC law CHARLOTTE, N.C. Nearly 270 authors and


Champion fire chief advised schools to close because of bacteria in backup water line

The Trumbull County Sanitary Engineer’ Office lifted a boil alert it issued for Champion and Bazetta townships


Senegal to take in 2 Gitmo prisoners

Senegal to take in 2 Gitmo prisoners DAKAR, Senegal Senegal has agreed to take in two Libyans


Syrian civil war Has Iran pulled out forces? US says yes, others say no

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is making the case that Iran is drawing


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