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Trump shooter Thomas Crooks was likely 'acting out a fantasy': Extremism expert
An expert in extremism and terrorism said that Thomas Matthew Crooks' assassination attempt on former President Trump was likely not politically motivated – instead, the 20-year-old was likely "acting out a fantasy," and seeking a target that would bring him "attention and fame." Jytte Klausen, a political science professor...
Ex-SEAL congressman posts video from roof where Thomas Crooks shot Trump — highlighting extent of Secret Service failure
An ex-Navy SEAL congressman has demonstrated the true depth of the Secret Service’s failure to protect former President Trump by broadcasting from the roof where would-be assassin Thomas Crooks opened fire. “I’m up here on the building where the supposed sniper took a shot. It’s not that steep at...
Secret Service director: Trump shooting was agency’s ‘most significant operational failure’ in decades
Oversight Chair James Comer kicked off the hearing telling Kimberly Cheatle that she should resign. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle told lawmakers on Monday that the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was the agency’s “most significant operational failure” in decades, while also broadly laying out how it prepared for the rally.
Sen. Ron Johnson releases preliminary findings of probe into Trump assassination attempt
Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wisc, released his official 13-page preliminary findings of his office's investigation into the assassination attempt of former President Trump. Trump survived the assassination attempt on July 13 at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where alleged gunman Thomas Mathew Crooks, 20, opened fire, killing one spectator and injuring several others, including Trump, who suffered injuries to his ear.
Secret Service director faces heated hearing today on Trump rally attack: Live updates
WASHINGTON − Embattled Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle is scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee on Monday about the agency's missteps in the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at the GOP nominee's campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Tenn., said Americans "demand...
Kimberly Cheatle admits Trump shooting was worst Secret Service blunder in decades: ‘On July 13th, we failed’
Embattled Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle admitted on Monday that the near-assassination of former President Donald Trump was the “most significant operational failure of the Secret Service in decades” — but still refused to resign as she faced tough questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill. “The Secret...
FALCONS HAVE THEIR WAY IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP
STRUTHERS OH- In a showdown at Bob Cene Park, the Astro Falcons flew past the Diamond Boys 6-2 to snag the NABF 16U title. Taco Verroco was on fire, blasting a double and a home run, driving in three runs, and scoring once. Gavin Hiscox chipped in with two hits and an RBI, while Brysan Zirwas added two hits, including a double, and scored a run. Logan Patellis also had a solid day at the plate with two hits and two runs.
Cranberry Teen Dies In Pittsburgh Crash
A teenager from Cranberry is dead after a motorcycle crash in Pittsburgh. 19-year-old Aiden Tanner was riding his motorcycle on Route 51 Friday night around 8:20 p.m. in the Mt. Washington section of Pittsburgh. Police say Tanner lost control of his bike and crashed. He was wearing a helmet, but...
FALCONS HANG ON FOR A TRIP TO THE FINALS
STRUTHERS OH- In a nail-biter, the Astro Falcons squeezed past Creekside Fitness 2-1 to punch their ticket to the NABF 16U Junior World Series Championship. Gavin Hiscox knocked in a hit and scored a run, while Ben Oddis chipped in with a hit and an RBI for the Falcons. On...
Valley realty company helps light up Rich Center in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – A Valley real estate company is helping the Rich Center with its renovation. Burgan Real Estate announced Monday its plan to donate over $30,000 worth of electrical equipment to The Rich Center for Autism to be used in Phase 2, of its Building for Tomorrow renovation.
Support grows for family of Slippery Rock Twp. crash victims
Support is rapidly growing for one Portersville family affected by Saturday's fatal car crash in Slippery Rock Township. The family of a young girl who is the sole survivor of the car crash tells 21 News she is expected to spend the next several months in the hospital. The incident...
Stray dog who went 'shopping' at Hubbard truck stop, reunited with owner
It’s never too early for some to run out to a convenience store… even for shoppers with four legs. The clerk at the Flying J truck stop store in Hubbard was working at 5:30 a.m. Monday when a dog slipped in after someone opened the door. After the...
3 Northeast Ohio locations receive final approval to begin growing, processing recreational marijuana
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Recreational marijuana availability in Ohio took another incremental step forward on Friday, but Ohioans still cannot legally purchase non-medicinal pot at dispensaries. On Friday, 10 marijuana growers and processors received certificates of operation that will let them start working in the recreational weed market. Here in...
Lisbon bridge replacement project underway
LISBON, Ohio (WKBN) – Construction is finally underway to replace the Market Street Bridge in Lisbon. The project was put on hold when construction costs skyrocketed following the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’ve been working on this project since 2020,” said Lisbon Mayor Peter Wilson. Wilson said construction costs...
Secret Service director, grilled by lawmakers on the Trump assassination attempt, says ‘we failed’
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle plans to tell lawmakers Monday that the agency “failed” in its mission to protect the president after former President Donald Trump was wounded earlier this month during a campaign rally.
Local experts weigh in on Biden bowing out and Harris’ appeal
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Although President Joe Biden is taking himself out of the running for a second term, one local professor sees potential nominee Kamala Harris inheriting many of the incumbent’s problems. “The big problem that Kamala Harris is going have is that Biden is very unpopular....
Secret Service director: 'We failed' solemn mission to protect Trump
(TND) — Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle was grilled in a House hearing Monday over what she admitted was "the most significant operational failure of the Secret Service in decades." “The Secret Service's solemn mission is to protect our nation's leaders,” Cheatle told lawmakers. “On July 13th, we failed.”...
Information for July 22 Trustee Meeting
The Boardman Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular board meeting on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 5:30 PM. This board meeting will be held at the Boardman Township Government Center at 8299 Market Street, Boardman OH 44512. Prior to the meeting, if you have any questions regarding the...
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