Jennifer Rodriguez
WKBN 27 First News
Cheyenne, WY, United States
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Past articles by Jennifer:
Man sentenced on abduction charges says he plans to use prison time wisely
The charges stem from an August 2022 incident in which Cross was arrested after a report of a fight. → Read More
Over 30 pounds of marijuana, other drugs seized by task force
The drugs were found from a traffic stop and the search of a home. → Read More
Parents, students outraged over Cardinal Mooney assignment on racial slur
First News has received several messages about the assignment. → Read More
Youngstown woman creates safe space for grieving women
Most recently, Kristin Scott-Biggs has launched a new virtual group, Black Women Heal. → Read More
‘A dream come true’: New councilman appointed in Warren
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – The city of Warren has a new councilman after a vote was taken Tuesday evening. James Shaffer will replace Mark Forte as fourth ward councilman. Forte resigned after holding the position since 2017. “It’s been sort of a dream of mine to become a politician and run for the fourth ward, so it was sort of a dream come true,” Shaffer said. Shaffer holds a bachelor’s degree in… → Read More
Officials: Police presence at Boardman home part of firearm investigation
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was at a home in Boardman Monday evening. → Read More
Police raid home in Columbiana County
A home in Perry Township is being raided by law enforcement. → Read More
New store manager hopes to inspire others
It’s been a month since Justice took the position of store manager at the Mahoning Avenue in Warren location. → Read More
EPA requiring Norfolk Southern to test for dioxins
Previously, EPA administrator Debra Shore said the EPA was not testing for dioxins at the time. → Read More
New shelter in the works for city of Youngstown
A new non-congregate shelter could be coming to the city of Youngstown. → Read More
Austintown auctioning off fire truck, proceeds go back to community
100% of the proceeds from the auction will go back to the township. → Read More
Salvation Army expands relief for those impacted by train derailment
This includes providing food, spiritual care and other assistance to families impacted. → Read More
Former local attorney arrested on trespassing charge
Maridee Costanzo, 64, was charged with two counts of criminal trespass. → Read More
East Palestine community members send out list of demands
The demands are based on feedback from those who attended a town hall meeting. → Read More
Youngstown sees 80% decrease in school zone speeding since cameras went up
The Youngstown Safety Committee met Tuesday morning and received an update. → Read More
EPA not testing for dioxins, scientist calls reason ‘lame’
Scientist Stephen Lester says there is no doubt in his mind that dioxins were released during the Feb. 6 controlled burn of vinyl chloride. He says the EPA’s reasoning for not testing is a “lame excuse” and “wrong.” → Read More
2nd Annual Black Excellence Expo happening in Youngstown
It’s taking place this weekend. → Read More
Experts: People can be exposed to contaminants through livestock
An expert explained how it could be dangerous to consume an animal that ingested contaminated food or water. → Read More
Derailed train debris left 10 miles away from East Palestine
Several rail cars are still there, along with pieces of steel piled up near the railway. → Read More
Officers investigating home hit by gunfire
Warren Police are investigating after a home was hit by gunfire. → Read More