Staying warm and safe during this cold spell
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - As we expect snow, it is the bitter cold behind it that is changing how many of us heat our homes. Experts say the common ways people try to stay warm can come with hidden dangers. You can watch the full story above. Latest Local News...
Northwood man charged with reckless homicide in shooting death of 15-year-old girl
NORTHWOOD, Ohio (WTVG) - A 15-year-old female was found shot to death in a home in Northwood on Friday night, according to a press release from the Lake Township Police Department. Officials were called to the 3700 block of Lakepointe Drive in Northwood at approximately 10:45 p.m. on the report...
Snow Emergency issued in Monroe
The city of Monroe has declared a Snow Emergency starting at 12:01 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 25. Residents are asked not to park along major routes and relocating their vehicles to other neighboring streets until these routes have been cleared. This allows the city to better serve residents in providing efficient plowing...
The ‘mane’ event | Eugene the giraffe born at Toledo Zoo with adorable full...
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Zoo has reached new heights this week, quite literally, with the birth of a soon-to-be towering new addition to its reticulated giraffe herd. Eugene, a 130-pound male calf, arrived Saturday, Jan. 17, following a lengthy 15-month gestation period. The zoo said in a post...
Keep Walking to Better Health: Local Indoor Walking Venues
Walking improves our health. The Arthritis Foundation lists twelve benefits of walking including improved circulation, weight management, improved mood and better sleep. Consumer Reports acknowledges that a better memory and lower stress levels are benefits derived from walking. The Harvard Health Blog states that...
Toledo to open emergency warming centers Friday through Monday during bitterly cold conditions, snow
TOLEDO, Ohio — With bitterly cold temperatures and expected heavy snowfall, the city of Toledo is listing several emergency warming centers that will be open from Friday through Monday in order to help those who do not have access to housing. The following overnight warming centers will be available,...
Ohio teens steal group home car, spark wild 100 mph police chase
Two Ohio teenagers are accused of turning a confiscated cellphone dispute into a 100 miles per hour highway pursuit that stretched from a group home to a violent crash. Investigators say the girls, ages 13 and 15, slipped out of their supervised residence, took a staff member’s car, and then refused to stop for...
Winter storm warnings issued for Lucas, Wood counties
The National Weather Service in Cleveland extended its winter storm warning to Lucas and Wood counties from 7 p.m. Saturday to 7 a.m. Monday. Snow will spread into the region Saturday night and peak in intensity during the day Sunday. The snow will gradually taper off late Sunday night into Monday. Sub-zero wind...
Toledo Animal Rescue – Meet Genesis! | WTOL Good Day
Toledo Animal Rescue was in the WTOL 11 newsroom today, and a furry friend trailed along. Meet Genesis!
Ban on property taxes in Ohio would have dire consequences for grassroot government services
Nobody likes paying taxes. But before Ohioans vote to abolish all property taxes, local government officials want to make sure they know what is at stake. The banning of property taxes comes with a price tag in the form of decreased services and increased reliance on other taxes. A citizen-led...

















