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YSU survey: 46 percent of faculty less optimistic

Lower scores on a university satisfaction survey aren’t negative, but merely more accurate, a Youngstown State University official said


Portman, local officials discuss ways to fight human trafficking

Senator and local leaders, law enforcement discuss ways to fight human trafficking


Congressman Ryan reaches Youngstown teachers

Practicing social-emotional learning in the classroom is what will transform schools for the better, said U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th.


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Boardman officials plan safety services memorial at new fire station

Memorial at Boardman fire station will honor local police and fire, and 9/11 victims


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Independent Niles shop is all about books

The Niles establishment specializes in used and new paperbacks, – and writing classes.


Rape conviction extends sentence to 10 years

A man who raped a 13-year-old girl, who became pregnant as a result of the incident, will be off the streets for 10 years.


METRO DIGEST || Animal art show

The All About Animals Art Show and Celebration will be on Courthouse Square from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.


METRO DIGEST || Awaiting extradition of suspect from Fla.

Awaiting extradition of suspect from Fla. HUBBARD Police are awaiting extradition of a suspect


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Allegiant pulling out of Y-W Regional in January

Allegiant Airlines announced Friday that it would be removing their flights from Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport on Jan.4. The company blamed decline in passengers. January through July passenger figures show a decline of 39 percent in the past year.


‘Wonder Woman’ director slams Cameron’s criticism

‘Wonder Woman’ director slams Cameron’s criticism LOS ANGELES The director of “Wonder Woman”


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ashley Babcock and Brandon Olson, Hubbard, boy, Aug. 24.


VW engineer gets prison

Associated Press DETROIT A Volkswagen engineer who had a key role in the company’s diesel


LOTTERies

LOTTERies FRIDAY’s numbers multistate Mega Millions 17-38-42-51-65 Mega Ball11


Harvey slams Texas coast

Associated Press CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas Hurricane Harvey smashed into Texas late Friday, lashing


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Family expresses frustrations in mall parking lot death case

Sentencing set for Monday