TPS investigation raises questions about paraprofessionals using restraint in schools
TOLEDO, Ohio — An investigation is underway into a Toledo Public Schools paraprofessional who restrained an 8-year-old student at an elementary school last month. Brenda Gift, assistant superintendent at Lake Erie West Educational Service Center, said physical restraint should only be used when someone is in physical...
Local counselor shares personal addiction story while fighting opioid crisis
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A local behavioral health agency is on the front lines fighting to end the opioid crisis, with counselors working to save one life at a time. One of their social workers is sharing her own personal story of how addiction has touched her life. New Concepts...
New midsize truck to be assembled in Toledo as part of Stellantis investment
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Stellantis announced Tuesday that it will be investing $13 billion to grow in the United States. Nearly $400 million of that investment will go toward projects at the Toledo Assembly Complex. According to a press release from Stellantis, the assembly of an all-new midsize truck, which...
Toledo to hold community meeting on future of former Zablocki Center
TOLEDO, Ohio — The City of Toledo Department of Housing and Community Development is inviting residents to help shape the future of the former Zablocki Center, a longtime community hub in the Polish Village neighborhood. The center, founded in 1978 and formerly home to senior programs and community activities,...
I-TEAM Case Files: Man convicted of murder gets new trial
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo man convicted of murder is now getting a new trial. Dominick Barnett was shot and killed in 2022. Cedrick Belmon Jr. was charged and convicted of the crime. But now, the case is heading back to court. You can watch the full Case Files...
Husband of Rossford firefighter protests part-time cutback
The husband of a fired part-time Rossford firefighter accused the mayor and administration of wrongly terminating his wife, who has worked part time for the city for 25 years. Gary Ilconich lodged his complaint at Monday’s city council meeting, about an hour after five new full-time firefighters were sworn in, amidst...
71-year-old motorcyclist killed in Tuesday afternoon crash
CLINTON, Mich. (WTVG) - A 71-year-old Tecumseh man died Tuesday afternoon after a crash on Tecumseh-Clinton Highway. According to a press release from the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office, the 71-year-old was driving a 2008 Harley Davidson south on Tecumseh-Clinton Highway around 1:30 p.m. At the same time, a delivery...
Woodville Township residents pushing back on data center proposal
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Gibsonburg, Woodville Township, and Madison Township residents are pushing back after hearing about a proposed data center for the area. One family living inside the proposed zone for the center says they received offers of $100,000 per acre from a Danberry agent. For one family, the total would...
Son seeks justice after father’s death at Sylvania nursing home
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A local family is seeking justice after their loved one died from complications allegedly stemming from neglect at a Sylvania Township nursing home. Samuel Ray is speaking out after his father, Samuel Ray Sr., died in January from sepsis caused by an untreated bedsore he developed while a...
2025 Applebutter Fest in Photos
The 2025 Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest has come and gone, and what a day it was! Sunshine, perfect fall weather, and thousands of visitors filled the Village of Grand Rapids for one of Northwest Ohio’s most beloved traditions. Front Street was lined with crafters and artisans keeping business brisk...