Synthetic stimulant Eutylone found in Ohio poses new threat, officials say
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Miami Valley Bulk Smuggling Task Force has issued an “urgent public safety warning” after the seizure of a substantial amount of dangerous synthetic drugs. According to the task force, 64.8 grams of a dangerous drug mixture of Eutylone, a synthetic stimulant, and Fetanyl...
Ohio corruption scandal looms over FirstEnergy rate case
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Jon Husted revives an ancient question: Should food stamps be used for soda and...
CLEVELAND, Ohio - U.S. Sen. Jon Husted signed on to a bill to prevent SNAP recipients from using their public benefits to buy candy, ice cream and other sugary foods. Does it make sense to prioritize nutrition? Or is the government misguided? We’re debating on Today in Ohio. Listen...
Families with kids in school can apply for $120 in summer grocery money
Parents and caregivers can apply for summer food benefits of $120 for each child aged 6 to 18 in their home. The program, known as Summer EBT or SUN Bucks, started last year and provides eligible families with extra money to buy groceries when schools are closed in the summer. Benefits can also be used at some summer...
Discover Ohio’s Most Dangerous Animals
Ohio is quite well-known for its incredibly rich biodiversity. However, amidst all the beauty, some dangerous animals are lurking around. While many people consider Ohio peaceful, it is important to know about the animals that can be a threat to humans. Whether you are an Ohio resident or a visitor, understanding the...
Driver dead, another injured in Route 25 crash Thursday in Wood County
WOOD COUNTY, Ohio — A driver was killed and another injured Thursday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on State Route 25 at U.S. Route 6, according to the Wood County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened around 2:45 p.m. Thursday and involved a 2002 Ford F-150 and a 2022...
Local restaurants find new ownership, visions for the future
Three popular downtown Toledo restaurants have found new owners in the past few weeks. The recent buyers of Hamburger Mary’s, Grumpy’s, and Ottawa Tavern have all teased their excitement and visions for the popular eateries on social media. “For me, personally, this is a janitor to CEO moment,” said Thea Grabiec,...
Man sentenced to prison for causing crash that killed 92-year-old Oregon woman
TOLEDO, Ohio — A man convicted of causing a crash that killed a 92-year-old Oregon woman in 2024 was sentenced to prison Thursday. Caleb Moore, 24, was sentenced in Lucas County Common Pleas Court to six to eight years in prison after pleading no contest in February to aggravated vehicular homicide, aggravated...
Two Ohio interstate ramps to close until September
OHIO — Motorists traveling through Ohio should be aware of upcoming ramp closures that may affect their commute. The ramps from Interstate 480 eastbound to Interstate 77 northbound, and from I-480 westbound to I-77 southbound, will be closed for construction work. According to a post on the Ohio Department of...
Man arrested after trying to abduct child in Hamilton: Court docs
HAMILTON, Ohio (WXIX) - A man is facing charges after court records claim he tried enticing a child to leave with him. Danifer Mark, 42, was arrested for aggravated menacing and criminal child enticement, according to Hamilton Municipal Court documents. On April 8, Mark told the child, “Come with me,”...