WFMJ-TV (Youngstown, OH)

WFMJ-TV is a television station affiliated with NBC, catering to the Mahoning Valley region in Northeastern Ohio and Northwestern Pennsylvania. Based in Youngstown, Ohio, it transmits a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 20, which is recognized as virtual channel 21.1 through PSIP. The station is owned by the Maag family, who also publish the daily newspaper, The Vindicator, in Youngstown. WFMJ-TV operates its studios on West Boardman Street in downtown Youngstown and is the leading station in the area. It features coverage of select away football games for Youngstown State University, as well as the Penguin Gameday sports highlight show and coaching programs for both football and basketball.

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Salem, Columbiana collaborate to provide transportation to this week's events

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Mike Gauntner |Zach Mosca

NewsBoth cities' tourism boards have partnered to sponsor the Quakertown Trolley to transport guests between the Salem Super Cruise and the Columbiana Wine Festival free of charge. SALEM, Ohio - The cities of Salem and Columbiana are partnering on an initiative designed to boost economic growth and tourism, highlighted by a free shuttle service connecting major events this weekend.
Road in Johnston Twp. closing for 2 days next week

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas

NewsA road in Johnston Township is set to close for two days next week. JOHNSTON TOWNSHIP, Ohio - A road in Johnston Township is set to close for two days next week. Stoddard Hayes Road will close between Bradley Brownlee Road and State Route 5. The road will be closed for two days, June 9 and 10. Crews will be replacing a culvert in the area. The recommended detour is Bradley Brownlee Road to State Route 193, SR 193 to State Route 5 and SR 5 to Stoddard Hayes Road.
New Castle man gets prison term for fentanyl, fluorofentanyl trafficking

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas

NewsAccording to information presented to the court, Stewart was on state parole at the time after being released from an 11 to 40-year Pennsylvania state prison sentence for conspiracy to commit homicide. NEW CASTLE, Pa. - A New Castle man has been sentenced for trafficking fentanyl and fluorofentanyl.
Trumbull County African American Heritage Festival returns Friday

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas

NewsDuring that time, all four corners of Courthouse Square will be blocked off starting Thursday at 5:30 p.m. All cars will need to be moved by that time. WARREN, Ohio - The City of Warren is closing some roads downtown for the Trumbull County African American Heritage Festival. The festival begins on Friday and continues through Sunday. During that time, all four corners of Courthouse Square will be blocked off starting Thursday at 5:30 p.m. All cars will need to be moved by that time.
East Palestine community honors firefighters past and present

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas
More foster homes needed within the City of Youngstown

1 day ago | wfmj.com | Jeena Cadigan

NewsThe process to become a foster parent takes about six months with several training, background and home checks but in the end leaders say the impact is huge. YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Children's services is making a plea to people living in Youngstown to become foster parents. The city has dozens of children removed from homes every year but not nearly enough foster homes to keep them within the city limits.
Youngstown receives credit rating increase from Moody's

2 days ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas

NewsAccording to the Moody's Ratings report, the A2 rating "reflects the city's solid financial position, despite its challenged economic base and reliance on economically sensitive income taxes for operations." YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - The City of Youngstown received a low credit risk rating from Moody's Ratings. The "A2" Low Credit Risk rating means the city is in a solid financial position.
Trumbull Co. Prosecutor opposes parole of convicted rapist

2 days ago | wfmj.com | Corey Vallas

NewsClingerman had been let out of prison in May, just three months before the first rape after serving time for an attempted burglary conviction. TRUMBULL COUNTY, OH - The Trumbull County Prosecutor's Office is standing against the potential parole of a convicted rapist. Brian Clingerman, 55, was sentenced to 12 to 50 years prison in March 1995 after being convicted on two counts of rape.
Menards hosts food drive for Warren Family Mission throughout June, July

2 days ago | wfmj.com | Zach Mosca

NewsFrom now until the end of July, Menards in Warren will act as a drop off site for non-perishable food items, which will be donated to the Warren Family Mission to help those in need. WARREN, Ohio - Menards in Warren will be accepting food donations for those in need throughout the summer. From now until the end of July, Menards in Warren will act as a drop off site for non-perishable food items, which will be donated to the Warren Family Mission to help those in need.
Nebraska is the latest state to ban transgender students from girls' sports

2 days ago | wfmj.com | Margery Beck

News - AP-NationalNebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has signed into law a measure banning transgender athletes from girls’ sports. By MARGERY A. BECK Associated PressLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed into law Wednesday a measure banning transgender students from girls’ sports, making the state the latest to keep transgender athletes from competing on women’s and girls’ teams.