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Steubenville reacts to funding to replace Market St. Bridge
STEUBENVILLE, OHIO (WTRF) — Officials with the City of Steubenville are still rejoicing after hearing the news that the Market Street Bridge in Brooke County will be replaced. Steubenville Mayor Jerry Barilla says when it was announced that the bridge would be shut down there was only one thing to do. After sending multiple letters […]
988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline celebrates 2 years of service
(WTRF) — It is a service that has saved many lives and helped thousands of people throughout the Mountain State. First Choice Services is celebrating two full years of its 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline today. A spokesperson for First Choice Services says over the past two years they have seen 3 times the amount of […]
Two arrested after strong armed robbery in Wheeling, third suspect still at large
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling Police arrested two individuals and a third suspect remains on the loose following a strong armed robbery Friday. Wheeling Police say that on Friday, July 12th they responded to 29th Street around 5:00pm for a robbery call. The victim told police he was stopped by 3 males while walking on […]
Ohio woman pleads guilty to making hundreds of calls to 911, using first responders for her personal entertainment for ambulance rides to the hospital
Kennedy called 911 almost 400 times, complaining of various illnesses. The South Zanesville Fire Department (SZFD) handled the responses and say they became strained by her improper and frequent use of emergency resources.
Trump’s classified documents case dismissed over Jack Smith appointment
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon on Monday tossed former President Trump’s criminal charges accusing him of mishandling classified information, ruling that special counsel Jack Smith was not lawfully appointed. The ruling hands a major victory to Trump, marking the first time one of his four criminal cases has been dismissed entirely. Cannon ruled that no […]
Motive of gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks in Trump assassination attempt remains elusive
In the wake of the shooting that killed one spectator, investigators were hunting for any clues about what may have drove Thomas Matthew Crooks, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, to carry out the shocking attack.
West Virginia Senator says the assassination attempt of Trump is a wakeup call for America
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin released a statement on Sunday saying the assassination attempt of former President Trump was a wakeup call for America and asked if America will answer it. “Our nation stands at a critical moment in our history. I love my country and I cannot stand by and watch these events unfold […]
Massive ‘Shawshank Redemption’ 30th anniversary celebration happening in Ohio
The 30th anniversary of the classic film "The Shawshank Redemption" will be celebrated with a massive event in the Ohio town and surrounding area where much of the movie was shot, featuring guided tours, behind-the-scenes panels, and appearances from cast members.
Former President Trump survives assassination attempt and 10 local men arrested in prostitution sting: Here’s a look at this week’s top local headlines
(WTRF) — Here’s a look at this week’s top headlines. The country is on guard following the attempted assassination of former President and presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump. The FBI has identified the shooter at Saturday’s rally for Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Trump says a bullet pierced […]
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