One person dead following vehicle crash in Michigan
MICHIGAN — A 69-year-old man from Adrian died Monday evening after his vehicle collided with an Amazon delivery van, the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office reported. Authorities said the crash occurred at the intersection of Riga Highway and U.S. 223. The Amazon van, driven by a 25-year-old Perrysburg man, was traveling...
I-TEAM Case Files: Mother uses tragedy to bring community together
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - It has been almost a year since a Toledo man was gunned down outside of a restaurant. Two people are in prison for the murder, but the grieving mother who lost her son is on a mission to stop the violence. You can watch the full...
Iconic restaurant Schmucker’s plans to bounce back from fire
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A longstanding family-run restaurant is still standing after a vent fire in the kitchen. “This is the first fire we’ve ever had that I’m aware of,” said Doug Schmucker, who took over his grandparents’ restaurant that launched 77 years ago. “I’m 66, so I’ve been around most of those 77 years.”
Point Place residents shocked by fatal stabbing in community that rarely sees violent crime
TOLEDO, Ohio — A tight-knit community is mourning after a 14-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Point Place over the weekend. Police have identified the victim as Xander Epps and arrested a 16-year-old on a murder charge for the homicide. "It's not one of the things that we...
Prices increased more than 30 cents per gallon last week, GasBuddy says
TOLEDO, Ohio — Gas prices rose more than 30 cents in Toledo last week, GasBuddy said in a weekly analysis report. According to a press release from the organization, gas prices in Toledo are averaging $3.26 per gallon as of Monday, an increase of 33.9 cents over the previous week.
LCMHA To Discuss Medicaid in Town Hall
ADRIAN — Lenawee Community Mental Health Authority will be hosting a Town Hall to discuss changes in Medicaid coverage for behavioral health services on Tuesday, September 16th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Align Center for Workforce Development. The event will include presentations from Kathryn Szewczuk, the...
Maumee educator finalist for top civics teacher award
MAUMEE, Ohio — Jamie Naragon, an educator at Maumee High School, has been named one of ten finalists nationwide for the National Civics Teacher of the Year Award, presented by the Bill of Rights Institute (BRI). The recognition comes with a $1,000 prize and the chance to win the $5,000 grand prize.
Toledo program offers free lawnmowing services done by at-risk young adults
TOLEDO, Ohio — A free lawnmowing program aims to solve two issues in Toledo at once by combating blight through routine lawnmowing for homeowners who may struggle to do it themselves and reducing youth violence through paid work and career development for young adults selected by the city. According...
Burroughs Elementary School principal sets expectations and goals ahead of new school year
TOLEDO, Ohio — With the first day of school underway, excitement and energy are in full swing at Burroughs Elementary School, which operates within the Toledo Public Schools district. New principal Drew Legender said the focus this year is on student success, attendance, and building strong community connections....
Man charged with shooting death at party pleads guilty to manslaughter
On the verge of trial for murder, a central Toledo man pleaded guilty Monday morning to involuntary manslaughter for another man’s Oct. 27 shooting death at a Halloween party in South Toledo. Elijah Garza, 24, of the 2200 block of Dorr Street, faces up to 14 to 19½ years in prison when sentenced Sept. 22 by Lucas...