Good morning, Youngstown.

A class-action lawsuit was filed by David McCullough from Garrettsville in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio on behalf of Insight Foundation employees after layoffs on March 28 left them without the pay or benefits they were owed—employees did not receive the 60-day notice required by the WARN Act.

Youngstown's iconic clock tower at the former Home Savings and Loan Building will soon show new backlit signs as WesBanco updates its branding after merging with Premier Bank.

Documents submitted to the Department of Community Planning and Economic Development detail plans for two large signs (35'8″ x 5'5.5″), two smaller signs (12'2″ x 8'7.5″) and an entrance sign (22'1″ x 3'4.5″) to be placed at 275 W. Federal St.

Reports by The Raymond John Wean Foundation show that homeownership increased and vacant homes dropped in Warren and Youngstown since 2022, with home sale prices more than doubling and new businesses and the numbers of minorities and women doubling — yet rising rents and stagnant wages have worsened poverty and deepened economic inequalities.

The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission started a new campaign this month to warn drivers about the dangers of distracted driving.

State highway patrol data shows over 50,000 crashes since 2020, including 157 fatal ones that caused 168 deaths — Mahoning County had 1,238 crashes.

At a 40-minute hearing Tuesday, Judge Anthony D’Apolito approved Caleb West’s move from Heartland Behavioral Healthcare to Horizon House— a community facility where the 42-year-old will receive treatment after spending over seven years at the state mental hospital following a felonious assault charge for allegedly stabbing his brother in 2016.

Campbell lost its longtime mayor when Mayor Brian Tedesco died in his sleep Tuesday night at age 67, council officials confirmed — he served as a councilman for over 20 years and was elected mayor in 2021.

City Council President George Levendis will be sworn in as mayor to complete Tedesco’s term while a new council president is named.

Mercy Health announced early Wednesday that it reached a multi-year deal with Cigna to keep the insurer in network for Ohio providers after a one-day contract extension during insurance talks—ensuring patients did not lose access to care.

Mercy Health and Cigna Healthcare reached a multi-year agreement that kept Cigna’s commercially insured patients in network at Mercy Health facilities effective April 1.

The contract prevented a care disruption that had loomed during lengthy negotiations and shielded patients from extra costs.

Mustard Mountain Moving Company Live

8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of live music with Mustard Mountain Moving Company, Shortt Stories, and One Eye Daddys.

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7:30 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Tickets required — Experience the Tony-nominated musical '[title of show]' that delights with its infectious charm and unique storytelling.

Marjorie Hartman Family Foundation Pet Clinic

10 AM – 2 PM — Youngstown State University — Free exams, low-cost vaccinations — Ensure your pets receive quality care with free wellness checks and affordable vaccines.

Hair Supply at Riser Tavern

7-11 p.m. — Riser Tavern & Grill — Enjoy great food and top-notch entertainment at this local favorite.

We Need You to Survive: Youth Safety Workshop

10 AM – 2 PM — McGuffey Centre — Free brunch — Youth ages 8-18 can learn essential life skills from mental wellness to internet safety in a fun and supportive environment.

Harlem Globetrotters Show

3-7 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Tickets available — Experience the thrills of basketball, comedy, and magic with the iconic Harlem Globetrotters.

Kindermusik Class for Toddlers

Recurring Class — Apr 18 – Apr 24 — Valley Little Melodies — Cost info not specified — A fun, engaging music class that promotes creativity and cognitive development in toddlers.

Tommy DeLuca LIVE

7-10 p.m. — Biker Brewhouse — Check out an entertaining evening of live music with musician and actor Tommy DeLuca.

Farm Animal Baby Shower

10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Mill Creek MetroParks Farm — Free admission — Celebrate the arrival of farm babies with fun activities and a sheep shearing demonstration.

Run Ytown 5 & 10-Miler

8-11 a.m. — Second Sole Youngstown — Registration fee required — Join the community for a morning of energetic running competitions at the annual Run Ytown event.