WORLD BRIEFLY Trump’s new travel ban set to take effect

At least 2 killed as storms push through South

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s new ban on travel to the U.S. by citizens from 12 mainly African and Middle Eastern countries is set to take effect Monday amid escalating tension over the president’s unprecedented campaign of immigration enforcement.

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Cooling off in Mingo Creek

June 9, 2026

Wearing swim goggles and taking refuge from the heat, Kole Carter, 9, of California floats in the cool waters Monday afternoon at Mingo Creek County Park. Jeff Helsel / Mon Valley Independent

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6 tornadoes confirmed in Southwest Pa.

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

June 9, 2026

Peak winds of 110 mph were recorded Saturday near Cokeburg and Ellsworth. Two days after severe thunderstorms battered Southwestern Pennsylvania, thousands of residents remained without electricity Mo...

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Dispute arises over attempted sale of Forward Twp. land

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

June 9, 2026

No bids have been received, so the parcel must be advertised again. Questions about township- owned property recently advertised for sale through sealed bids led to a contentious exchange Monday, as r...

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Charleroi couple has charges dismissed in child welfare case

By By TIM MADDOCKS For the MVI

June 9, 2026

The father remains in custody on ICE detainer. A Washington County judge dismissed all felony charges last week against a Charleroi couple arrested in February in a child welfare case that began with ...

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S-F’s Malinsky shuts down Charleroi Post 22

By JEREMY SELLEW

June 9, 2026

Smithfield pitcher Matt Malinsky allowed only one hit to beat Charleroi 3-1 Monday at Vets Field. Smithfield-Fairchance starting pitcher Matt Malinsky arrived at Charleroi’s Vets Field after a full da...

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White Oak pickleball court nears completion

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

June 9, 2026

An LSA grant requires that all work be wrapped up by June 30. Progress is being made on White Oak’s pickleball court, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of the month. Following last month’s...