Youngstown, Ohio, moving forward from its steel industry past
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After decades of steel mill closures and population loss, the city of Youngstown, Ohio, is drawing new investment and fostering small businesses. Dave Malkoff reports.
Breakdown
- Youngstown, Ohio, was once a major center for the American steel industry. 19s
- The city suffered severe economic decline, with unemployment reaching 25% after steel mills closed. 53s
- Local entrepreneurs are repurposing old industrial buildings for new businesses. 1m 16s
- Youngstown's unemployment rate has improved and population levels have stabilized. 2m 26s
- The city's recovery is gradual, focusing on resilience and community revitalization. 2m 46s