South Toledo neighbors invited to form block watch group
The final block watch organizational meeting of the year is set for Dec. 29 in South Toledo to help set up neighborhood groups. Organizational meetings are designed to get residents active in their communities, said Robert Hayman who leads the Beverly Block Watch program. The groups discuss anything neighbors...
IAM Local 1297 approves contract with Libbey Glass
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The members of IAM Local 1297 approved a new contract with Libbey Glass Monday, effectively ending an 18-week strike. According to a press release from the union, the newly ratified contract includes:. • An immediate wage increase of 14.25%, with additional increases in subsequent years. •...
Toledo man accused of assaulting teenagers, holding family who was trying to flee
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo man is facing numerous charges for allegedly holding a family against their will through threats of violence and assaulting multiple kids. A Lucas County grand jury indicted Michael Richardson, 33, of Toledo, on Dec. 23 for an incident on Dec. 16. Affidavits say he...
‘Having it completely eliminated is definitely devastating’ | Complete ban of THC-infused beverages is...
TOLEDO, Ohio — A new law will ban intoxicating hemp products in Ohio, including THC-infused beverages. Gov. Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 56 into law on Friday, saying he agreed with lawmakers that there needs to be more restrictions on intoxicating hemp products like marijuana. Before signingthe bill, the...
Man indicted on multiple felony charges, accused of leading Toledo police on chase in...
LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — A man accused of leading Toledo police on a lengthy chase while driving a U-Haul truck has been indicted by a Lucas County grand jury on multiple felony charges. Rodney Coley, 35, was indicted Tuesday on charges of failure to comply with an order or...
Man charged with abduction, assault of woman
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo man was arrested after he allegedly assaulted a woman and would not let her leave. According to court records, Steven Ford is charged with felonious assault, strangulation, domestic violence and abduction. Police believe Ford pulled a woman out of a car by her throat...
Officials credit high water use for limited fee increase
BOWLING GREEN — The Northwestern Water and Sewer District has announced a slight increase to rates for 2026. The organization’s board of trustees approved both operating and capital budgets, which include a very small rate adjustment, officials said. Beginning Jan. 1, the average residential customer will see an...
Library announces reduced hours at 4 locations effective Jan. 4
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library has announced reduced operating hours at four locations starting Jan. 4. The Main Library at 325 N. Michigan St. will be open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and noon to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. The library will be closed on...
Firefighters battle flames at home in central Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo Fire and Rescue is battling a house fire in Central Toledo. The blaze happened at a home in the 1700 block of Bellmont Avenue, off of Detroit Avenue and near Dorr Street. Fire crews first arrived at the scene shortly after 4:30 a.m. to flames...
Two people escape overnight condo fire
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Two people were able to safely escape a fire at a home early Tuesday morning. A fire broke out at a condo in the 4400 block of Clearwater Drive in Monclova around 12:30 a.m. on Dec. 23. The Monclova Battalion Chief at the scene told 13...
