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Pakistan–Afghanistan peace talks in Istanbul fail amid rising border tensions

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Istanbul have ended without agreement, with the sides trading blame for the breakdown in negotiations aimed at easing border tensions and upholding a fragile ceasefire, officials said Saturday. Tensions have escalated in recent weeks following deadly border fighting that killed dozens of soldiers and civilians.

Chili cookoff fundraises for families in need

NILES, Ohio (WKBN) -- It's starting to get chilly outside, so a group in Niles is bringing out all kinds of comfort food for a good cause. The Steel Hammerz Heathen Crew motorcycle club hosted its second annual chili cookoff. They invited the community in to cook, taste and judge a full spread of different

Salvation Army holds toy drive in Austintown

AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) -- Even though it's only November, people in the Valley are already feeling the Christmas spirit. Quaker Steak and Lube and Biker Brewhouse in Austintown kicked off their Army of Toys' toy drive this afternoon with a special guest -- Santa, who came in via helicopter to spread some Christmas cheer. The

Devils down Penguins in shootout for division lead

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Paul Cotter scored the shootout winner, Jake Allen stopped 33 of the 34 shots he faced in regulation and overtime and the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 on Saturday to take sole possession of first place in the NHL's Metropolitan Division. Jesper Bratt also scored in the shootout

Mount Union wins conference and locks-up playoff spot

MARIETTA, Ohio (WKBN) -- No. 2 Mount Union continued its dominance with a win at Marietta, 30-19, for the Ohio Athletic Conference Championship at Marietta on Saturday afternoon. Watch above for highlights from the win! The Purple Raiders secured the program's ninth-straight Ohio Athletic Conference Championship in the win. Mount Union now has the conference's

Rod Wave Arrested On Drug & Weapon Charges Just After Grammy Nod Annoucement

Rod Wave has found himself back in hot water after he was arrested on Friday (November 8) in the state of Georgia, and it is the second such occurrence for the popular rapper. According to still-developing details, Rod Wave was arrested and reportedly has already posted bond while battling this latest legal hurdle. TMZ obtained

US government shutdown forces some overseas bases to stop paying workers

MADRID (AP) — The longest U.S. government shutdown on record is doing more than grind activities to a halt at home; an ocean away in Europe, local workers at U.S. military bases have started to feel the pain. Thousands of people working at overseas bases in Europe have had their salaries interrupted since the shutdown

Grove City forces 4 picks in win over Case Western Reserve

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WKBN) - Grove City College continues its win streak to six games in a win over Case Western Reserve, 28-14, in Cleveland, Saturday afternoon. Wolverine's quarterback Ethan Wiley completed 15-of-35 passes for 128 yards, two touchdowns, and two picks in the win. Seth McGroerty also caught seven passes for 72 yards and one