Three injured in eight-vehicle crash in Hancock County
BLUFFTON, Ohio — Three people were injured — two seriously — in a chain reaction crash involving eight vehicles just outside of Bluffton. The two people who suffered serious injuries, a 69-year-old woman from Toledo and a 57-year-old woman from South Carolina, were taken to the hospital after the crash around 11:30...
Lucas County health leaders urge HIV testing on National HIV Testing Day
TOLEDO, Ohio — Friday is National HIV Testing Day and Lucas County health officials are encouraging residents to get tested for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, emphasizing that early detection saves lives and helps prevent further spread of the disease. Health educators are using the day to remind...
Coroner confirms identity of teen who drowned in Genoa Quarry
GENOA, Ohio — The Ottawa County Coroner's Office confirmed Friday the identity of the teen who drowned in the Genoa Quarry Wednesday afternoon. According to the coroner's office, the drowning victim was 16-year-old Ian Lawton. The autopsy, which was conducted by the Lucas County Coroner's Office, determined the cause...
TPD: Suspects attempt to steal Fifth Third ATM on Alexis Road
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Toledo Police are investigating an attempted ATM theft that took place early Thursday morning. TPD says on June 26 around 3:37 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Fifth Third ATM, located in the Big Lots parking lot on Alexis Road, after an ATM alarm went off.
BG woman arrested for alleged aggravated menacing and banned from factory’s property
A Bowling Green woman was arrested for aggravated menacing after she allegedly threatened another woman on Thursday (June 26) around 9:45 p.m., at a manufacturing plant in the 800 block of Miller Drive. Bowling Green Police responded to the factory, then arrested Geena Witt, 31, at her home. According to...
Person hospitalized after shooting in Old West End
TOLEDO, Ohio — One person was taken to the hospital tonight after they were found shot in the Old West End late Thursday night, Toledo police told WTOL 11. The victim, identified as a 29-year-old man, was found with at least one gunshot wound in the area of Lawrence Avenue and Virginia Street, according to police.
Man sentenced to prison for shooting death of 32-year-old woman in east Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — A man convicted of charges in the October shooting death of a 32-year-old woman in east Toledo was sentenced Thursday to 25 years in prison. Deondrae Ballard, 32, pleaded guilty earlier this month in Lucas County Common Pleas Court to one count of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of felonious...
Clydesdales impress crowds in downtown Toledo
They lined the streets in giddy anticipation of catching a glimpse of the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales. Despite the heat, people of all ages gathered Friday on North St. Clair Street in downtown Toledo after spotting the large red Budweiser semis, waiting for the doors to slide open to reveal their precious cargo....
Experts discuss spotting domestic violence red flags
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The effects of domestic violence can be devastating but advocates say it is preventable, and anyone in the community can help to ensure that their friends’ and families relationships remain healthy, respectful and nonviolent. You can help someone who is in an unhealthy relationship. It’s...
‘It’s like a jungle’ Nearly 6 feet tall grass brings trouble for Broadway St....
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Broadway Street is now open in both directions after months of construction. However, one woman who lives on that street reached out to 13 Action News to share that orange cones are not the only unsightly thing she’s been dealing with. The newest nuisance in...