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Chicago to sue Jussie Smollett for costs of investigation
Chicago to sue Jussie Smollett for costs of investigation
Library system gets $16,500 state grant
Library system gets $16,500 Institute of Museum and Library Services Library Services and Technology Act grant
Ryan says he can appeal to all Democratic factions
Congressman Ryan of Howland, D-13th, ended the speculation Thursday about a presidential bid

Both sides weigh in after Ryan announces candidacy
Republicans pan Ryan’s president bid while Democrats say he appeals to voters

Unique experience for local fishing enthusiasts
ODNR fish donation provides unique experience for local fishing enthusiasts

Pinwheels represent a change for endangered children
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office in 2018 alone has conducted nearly 170 investigations involving children
Police: Woman face down in restroom had overdose No. 5
Police: Woman face down in fast food restroom had overdose No. 5
Authorities reject teenager’s claim that he was missing Illinois boy
Authorities reject teenager’s claim that he was missing Illinois boy
LaBrae's Haylee Harford to be among first women to compete at Augusta National
LaBrae's Haylee Harford made the cut at the Augusta National Women's Amateur
Grand jury indicts Lavontae Knight for Oct. 25 homicide
Grand jury indicts Lavontae Knight for Oct. 25 homicide

Pope names moderate Gregory as Washington, D.C., archbishop
Pope names moderate Gregory as Washington, D.C., archbishop
Missing woman found dead in vehicle at Ohio police impound lot
Missing woman found dead in vehicle at Ohio police impound lot
Austintown teacher facing OVI charges placed on leave
Austintown teacher facing OVI charges placed on leave
Ohio lawmaker in impaired driving case pleads guilty
Ohio lawmaker in impaired driving case pleads guilty
POLL | What do you think about U.S. Rep Tim Ryan's presidency-run announcement?
Tell us how you feel of Tim Ryan's 2020 run.
RYAN ANNOUNCEMENT | RNC criticizes Ryan presidential announcement
RYAN ANNOUNCEMENT | It's official: He's running for president

Ryan announces run for 2020 on "View"
Editor Todd Franko and Editorial Page Editor Bertram de Souza discuss Tim Ryan's announcement
Mahoning jury returns not-guilty verdict in meth case
Mahoning jury returns not-guilty verdict in meth case
Youngstown police confiscate gun, drug paraphernalia
Youngstown police confiscate gun, drug paraphernalia
Stacey Abrams weighs presidential decision, defends Biden
Stacey Abrams weighs presidential decision, defends Biden
Exonerated man charged in Ohio traffic worker’s death
Exonerated man charged in Ohio traffic worker’s death
News industry leaders fighting back against claims by Trump
News industry leaders fighting back against claims by Trump
Afghan officials: Taliban kill at least 20 troops, policemen
Afghan officials: Taliban kill at least 20 troops, policemen
China providing services to woman arrested at Mar-a-Lago
China providing services to woman arrested at Mar-a-Lago

Tommy Castro and the Painkillers return with new album, tour
IF YOU GO Who: Tommy Castro and the Painkillers When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: Rhine Haus Bier
Philharmonic to welcome spring with concert
IF YOU GO What: Warren Philharmonic Orchestra When: 3 p.m. Sunday Where: First Presbyterian
WEDNESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
WEDNESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE BASEBALL Boardman 8, Austintown Fitch 7 BOARDMAN
Campbell Council votes to put renewal levy on November ballot
The 5-year, 3.5 mill property tax levy renewal was originally passed in 2010 and funds the city’s operations.
YSU sweeps Niagara for record win streak
The Youngstown State softball team set a program record by winning for the 11th consecutive time.
City Series baseball returns as Chaney, East meet
The City Series restarted Wednesday at Pemberton Park, but fans have to wait to see the conclusion.
Austintown teacher faces endangering, OVI charges
Amanda L. Laird, 36, of Baker Street, could be placed on administrative leave after the incident.
Canfield hires attorney for water service review
The city’s special lawyer will be $200 an hour on an as-needed basis.

Jordan DePaul will preview songs at cabaret show
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jordan DePaul will return to his hometown April 13 for an intimate, acoustic evening of music.
Youngstown council authorizes contract for design work on downtown streets
The city received a $10.85 million federal grant for the street improvements
No kidding! Superhero flick ‘Shazam’ is a joy
‘Shazam!’ Grade: 3 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of action,
Excitement builds as Warren second-graders learn about college
Excitement builds as Warren second-graders learn about college
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,28.690.15 Aqua America, .20
Bernie Sanders to appear on Fox News town-hall meeting
Associated Press NEW YORK Fox News Channel says that Sen. Bernie Sanders will appear on a
“Station 19” (9:01 P.M., NBC): While struggling to help victims of a crash on a desolate
“Station 19” (9:01 P.M., NBC): While struggling to help victims of a crash on a desolate road, Vic
FORGET KIBBLES
FORGET KIBBLES US sales of fresh and raw pet food soaring, despite some cautions Associated
‘Spitfire Grill’ at Main Street
‘Spitfire Grill’ at Main Street The cast of Crown Theater Productions’ “The Spitfire Grill, the
White Sox clobber Kluber, Tribe
Just the sight of Corey Kluber is normally enough to weaken and wobble the White Sox.
YEARS AGO FOR APRIL 4
Today is Thursday, April 4, the 94th day of 2019. There are 271 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Officials probe e-cigarette, seizure link
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. health officials are investigating whether electronic
Partnership between Francona, Indians to continue through 2020
The Indians are an AL-best 547-427 (.562) since 2013 under Terry Francona.
Youth troupe presents ‘Saving Salina’
Youth troupe presents ‘Saving Salina’ Stage Left Youth Players of Lisbon will present its original
New This week
New This week The Best of Enemies (PG-13) Civil rights activist Ann Atwater faces off against
RYAN REACTION
RYAN REACTION After U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s appearance on ABC’s “The View,” join Editor Todd Franko
Thursday
Thursday Outdoors Mill Creek Trolley Tours, 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks Wick
Former vice president says he’ll be more respectful of personal space
Associated Press Former Vice President Joe Biden acknowledged Wednesday that his tendency toward
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
ohio 14-year-old says he is boy who went missing in 2011
Associated Press SHARONVILLE, Ohio A 14-year-old boy who said he escaped from two kidnappers in
AUDITIONS
ACTORS “Macbeth,” “Antony and Cleopatra.” Mahoning Valley Players will have auditions at 6 p.m.
Instructional concert at SMARTS location
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Area Community Concert Band will present a free concert
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Fri: Jon
Singer won’t be horsing around at Equine Affaire
Candace Campana was a natural choice to sing at this year’s Equine Affaire. The singer from
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Angelina Jolie not ruling out public office in her future LOS ANGELES Angelina
Artist will make, sell prints at YSU event
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A new Red Press Collaborative installment featuring guest artist Sarah
penn state Judge imposes first jail terms in 2017 fraternity death case
Associated Press A judge has sentenced three former Penn State fraternity members to jail in the
Earth Fest events at Shenango campus
Earth Fest events at Shenango campus Sharon, Pa. The Penn State Shenango Campus Earth Fest will
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Allen and Hallie Cracraft, North Jackson, boy, April 2.