Toledo man says tree removal crew took money, vanished
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo man says he is trying to get answers from a tree removal company after paying a deposit for work that was never started. Joseph Tarquinto Jr. said he found the company during an online search for tree removal services. Home security video shows him hiring a man to cut down a tree in his b
The Press newspaper closes after 54 years covering Toledo’s eastern suburbs
The Press, a weekly newspaper that covered the eastern suburban communities of Toledo for more than 50 years, has closed. H. Kenneth Douthit III, the owner and publisher of the Press, said he could no longer fund the paper because of years of declining advertising and rising printing costs. The free newspaper relied on
Tech company to relocate to Toledo’s iconic One Seagate building, plans extensive upgrades
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A tech company is taking over one of Toledo’s most iconic buildings. 13 Action News reported last month that One SeaGate, also commonly known as the Fifth Third building, was sold to a new buyer. The new owner wasn’t disclosed at the time of the announcement from real estate firm Reichle Klein Gro
Walbridge and Lake Township to collaborate on another road project
After a successful joint project between the two communities helped get a portion of Walbridge Road repaved recently, officials in Walbridge and Lake Township are collaborating once again with a grant that will help get a large portion of Drouillard Road repaved. “I'm ecstatic,” Walbridge mayor Ed Kolanko said. “This..
13 Action News Big Story: Flock cameras
As efforts grow to regulate the technology, the big question remains: are they crucial law enforcement tools -- or are they spying on us?
Major I-75 changes coming to Monroe County
Michigan transportation officials are preparing for a major reconstruction project in Monroe County, and residents will have an opportunity to learn more about the plans at an upcoming public meeting. The Michigan Department of Transportation is hosting an open house Monday in Monroe to discuss the planned rebuilding o
Bicyclist seriously injured in West Toledo crash
A 75-year-old man was seriously injured when he was hit by a vehicle in West Toledo while riding a bicycle near the University of Toledo main campus, police said. Robert Meeker, of Federman Street, was taken to ProMedica Toledo Hospital with injuries police described as “possible life-threatening.” Mr. Meeker was south
East Toledo neighbors find dozens of dumped tires blocking alley
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Someone dumped more than 70 used tires in an alley behind homes on Starr Avenue in East Toledo early Thursday morning, blocking residents’ vehicles. The alley runs between Thurston Street and Dearborn Avenue. Neighbors who live at the property were heading to work Thursday morning...
Driver nearly hits Bedford elementary student being dropped off by school bus
MONROE, Mich. (WTVG) - A Bedford elementary student was nearly hit while getting off the bus Wednesday, with charges being sought against the alleged driver. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the student was walking across the road after being dropped off on Douglas Road around 4:05 p.m.
Bedford Township votes to end Flock camera agreement
MONROE COUNTY, Mich. — Bedford Township's Downtown Development Authority voted Thursday to terminate its agreement for Flock cameras, ending the township's participation in a regional camera network used by law enforcement to investigate crime. The decision came during the DDA's meeting, where Monroe County Sheriff Tro

















