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Stocks rise, oil prices fall, but war worries continue

Business July 10, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks rose, and oil prices eased Thursday as financial markets calmed in the wait to see what will come next after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran. The S&P 500 climbed 0.8% and more than recovered its loss from the day before, even though the United States launched new airstrikes against Iran, which responded by targeting U.S. allies in the Middle East. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 139 points, or 0.3%, and the Nasdaq composite rallied 1.3%. In the oil market, prices gave back much of their jumps from ...

Rep. Thomas wins Ohio Realtors Public Service award

Local News July 10, 2026

State Rep. David Thomas, R-Jefferson, was chosen by the Ohio Realtors for its Public Service Award for his work on property taxes. Thomas, whose district includes portions of Trumbull County, said: “It has been an honor to work with the many Ohio Realtors across the state to help our taxpayers and homeowners in Ohio. I am looking forward to continuing our strong partnership into the future.” The award “recognizes leaders who make a real difference for homeowners and communities across our state,” said Mic Gordon, Ohio Realtors president. “Rep. David Thomas has been a ...

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Community News July 10, 2026

TRUMBULL COUNTY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT will have a special meeting at 11 a.m. today at the county commissioners conference room to approve a resolution accepting funding for the advancement of Educational Highway bridge replacement project.

Champion plans rules for data centers

Latest News July 10, 2026

CHAMPION — The Champion Township Trustees and the zoning board will be discussing what to include in zoning ordinances to have restrictions on data centers in the township. Trustee Doug Emerine said there have been no permit applications for data centers and residents’ concerns that one would locate at the former Copperweld Steel property are unfounded because that property has no activity on it and it is not for sale. Resident Debbie Christ said she is concerned over the potential for noise, toxic chemicals and emissions and also electricity and water use that a data center ...

World Santa Congress brings Christmas cheer to the summer

International News July 10, 2026

AALBORG, Denmark — While Europe’s still in the throes of summer heat, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Danish city of Aalborg. Dozens of Santas, Mrs. Clauses and elves from around the world have descended on Denmark’s fourth-largest city for the Nordic nation’s ...

‘The Pitt,’ ‘Hacks’ lead ’26 Emmy nominations

National News July 10, 2026

LOS ANGELES — “The Pitt” led all nominees with 25 in a dominant sophomore season, while “Hacks” got a graduation party with a record-setting 24 to lead all comedies in its final season as Emmy nominations were announced Wednesday. The totals give HBO Max the top spot for both ...